Welding Jobs in Utah

A Welder in the construction industry plays a vital role in the building and repairing of structures, equipment, and various types of machinery. They use intense heat to fuse metal pieces together, following detailed schematic drawings to assemble structural metal products, such as frameworks or shells for machinery or metal parts for buildings or bridges. A knowledgeable welder not only performs welding tasks but also handles materials planning, preparation, and setup for welding. They also ensure the use of correct welding procedures to meet specifications, inspect structures or materials to be welded, and maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.

Key skills for a Welder include manual dexterity, technical skills, physical strength and stamina, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Welders should be adept at using hand and power tools and have a keen understanding of metallurgy and welding techniques. Most employers require welders to have a high school diploma or equivalent and to complete vocational training or an apprenticeship in welding. Some jobs may also require Welding Certification from a recognized institution such as the American Welding Society (AWS). Prior to becoming a Welder, a person might work as a Welder's Helper, Welding Intern, or a Fabricator.

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Structural Steel Fitter Welder

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 15 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 15 hours ago

Experienced with Flux-Cored (FCAW), Metal-Cored (MCAW), Gas-Shielded Metal Cored (GMAW-C) Welding processes. Must be able to pass a weld test (administered as part of the interview process)....

Sign Shop Fabricator/Designer

  • Layton, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Layton, UT
  • 1 day ago

Interstate: At Interstate, we are committed to delivering high-quality, cost-effective sign projects on schedule. We foster strong relationships built on fairness and integrity with our employees,...

Flash Butt Welder

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago

Work includes driving a welding truck (CDL required) to and from work locations and setting the welding truck on the track....

R&D Fabricator

  • Logan, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Logan, UT
  • 2 days ago

Must have welding skills with Mig, Tig, and Oxy Acetylene and maintain welding related equipment....

Sheet Metal/ ACM Shop Fabricator/Laborer

  • Lindon, UT
  • 3 days ago
  • Lindon, UT
  • 3 days ago

Western Building Group is looking for sheet metal fabricators. We're a sheet metal construction company and need people to help bend metal panels for some incredible looking buildings. This...

Welder

  • Provo, UT
  • 3 days ago
  • Provo, UT
  • 3 days ago

Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions....

MIG/TIG Welder

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 4 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 4 days ago

Attention to detail, welding to spec, dependability, and integrity are key in performing quality MIG and TIG welding....

Welder And Fabricator

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 4 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 4 days ago

Welder and Fabricator Job Description We are seeking an advanced fabrication welder, the welder will be working at a repair-fabrication shop of a construction company, we are seeking for a skilled welder-fabricator...

Welder

  • Centerville, UT
  • 4 days ago
  • Centerville, UT
  • 4 days ago

What You'll Do Fabricate and install steel natural gas main lines and services Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipelines Manage and maintain welding equipment, supplies and material...

Welder-Fitter

  • Tooele, UT
  • 5 days ago
  • Tooele, UT
  • 5 days ago

subassemblies and finished assemblies.Ensure compliance with USA and international welding codes to provide functional and acceptable products to customers in various countries.Search for, identify...

Scene Shop Fabricator

  • Ivins, UT
  • 5 days ago
  • Ivins, UT
  • 5 days ago

Join Our Team as a Welder/Fabricator at Tuacahn Center for the Arts!...

Mechanic/Welder A

  • Ogden, UT
  • 10 days ago
  • Ogden, UT
  • 10 days ago

Job Title: Mechanic/Welder A - Ogden, UT Job Requisition: R0019048 Job Description: H&E Equipment Services is one of the largest integrated equipment companies in the nation that provides the...

Journeyman/Senior TIG Welder/Fitter

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 10 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities: Welding of stainless steel or aluminum plate using TIG and MIG welding techniques Proficient in layout skills....

Welder (ASME Certified)

  • Provo, UT
  • 10 days ago
  • Provo, UT
  • 10 days ago

Would perform various welding operations during fabrication of our pressure vessel. Additionally, you will perform set-up and clean-up of welding operations. We are a second chance company....

Structural Welder/Fitter- 2nd shift

  • Brigham City, UT
  • 11 days ago
  • Brigham City, UT
  • 11 days ago

TestProficient in MIG welding techniques with a solid understanding of welding principlesAbility to conduct thorough visual inspections of welded parts for quality and compliance.Ability to read and...

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Utah

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Utah offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
30.5%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Bachelor's Degree
8.9%
Some College
2.8%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.2%


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