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Welding, Cutter, and Welder Careers in Arizona

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Salary Breakdown

Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

Average

$48,520

ANNUAL

$23.33

HOURLY

Entry Level

$33,680

ANNUAL

$16.19

HOURLY

Mid Level

$46,970

ANNUAL

$22.58

HOURLY

Expert Level

$66,370

ANNUAL

$31.91

HOURLY


Current Available & Projected Jobs

Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

56

Current Available Jobs

7,560

Projected job openings through 2030


Sample Career Roadmap

Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

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Entry Level

JOB TITLE

Apprentice/Trainee

Mid Level

JOB TITLE

Welder

Expert Level

JOB TITLE

Senior Welder

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Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Production and Processing

KNOWLEDGE

Mechanical

KNOWLEDGE

Mathematics

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

KNOWLEDGE

Design

SKILL

Quality Control Analysis

SKILL

Monitoring

SKILL

Critical Thinking

SKILL

Judgment and Decision Making

SKILL

Operations Monitoring

ABILITY

Arm-Hand Steadiness

ABILITY

Near Vision

ABILITY

Finger Dexterity

ABILITY

Problem Sensitivity

ABILITY

Control Precision


Job Opportunities

Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

  • Fabricator
    White Cap    Gilbert, AZ 85233
     Posted about 2 hours    

    A position at White Cap isn’t your ordinary job. You’ll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities.

    The White Cap family is committed to Building Trust on Every Job. We do this by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, and our associates are the driving force behind this commitment.

    Job Summary

    Manufacture customized products that meet customer specifications and prepare completed orders for shipment.

    Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

    + Examines specifications of the customer's order using drawings, work orders, or blueprints to determine the characteristics of the finished item, materials to be used, and machine setup requirements.

    + Fabricates work piece as determined by work order specifications. Retrieves correct materials and performs various fabrication duties.

    + Examines work piece visually, by touch, or using tape rule, calipers, or gauges to ensure product meets desired standards.

    + Packages for shipping. Installs protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.

    + Maintains condition of work area (i.e., free of trash, product in correct location, etc.).

    + Follows company safety policies and procedures.

    + Performs other duties as assigned.

    Nature and Scope

    + Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices, or instruction. Seeks advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from supervisor. Deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisor.

    + Under close supervision, exercises limited latitude/independent judgment. Work typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior coworker and/or supervisor.

    + None.

    Work Environment

    + Typically located in an outdoor environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.

    + Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment that may be heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward.

    + Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

    Education and Experience

    + HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred. 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility.

    **Preferred Qualifications**

    + Experience with fabrication shop equipment.

    + Metal working experience preferred.

    If you’re looking to play a role in building America, consider one of our open opportunities. We can’t wait to meet you.

    **Functional Area** Field Operations

    **Recruiter** Galbreath, Janna

    **Req ID** WCJR-019136

    White Cap is an Equal Opportunity Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veteran and Affirmative Action Employer. White Cap considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • manufacturing welder
    Randstad US    tempe, AZ 85282
     Posted about 3 hours    

    manufacturing welder.

    + tempe , arizona

    + posted today

    **job details**

    summary

    + $39,000 - $60,000 per year

    + permanent

    + no requirements

    + category production occupations

    + referenceAB_4527802

    job details

    Are you looking to bring your welding experience to a new employer and make an impact immediately. We are looking for dependable, experienced welders in the Phoenix East Valley! Do you have years of experience? If so, let's talk! Click to now and receive an invitation to quickly qualify online for an interview.

    salary: $39,000 - $60,000 per year

    shift: First

    work hours: 8 AM - 4 PM

    education: No Degree Required

    Responsibilities

    + Reading Blueprints & Schematics

    + Hand-Eye Coordination

    + Dexterity

    + Maintain concentration for long periods of time

    + Attention to detail & Accuracy

    The essential functions of this role include:

    + working in a smoke free environment

    + wearing steel toe shoes

    + manual lifting up to 50lbs

    Skills

    + Mig

    + Tig

    + Spot

    + Fit

    + Stick

    + Coordination

    Qualifications

    + Years of experience: 2 years

    + Experience level: Experienced

    Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

    Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

    At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].

    Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

    Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.

    **get in touch**

    we are here to help you with your questions.

    BA

    **bradley anderson**

    + +1 480 763 0100 (tel:+1 480 763 0100)

    + [email protected]


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Wetcast Fabricator
    Jensen Precast    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 1 day    

    **Wetcast Fabricator**

    **Job Details**

    **Job Location**

    Phoenix - Phoenix, AZ

    **Salary Range**

    $20.00 - $30.00 Hourly

    **Description**

    **WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING**

    The Concrete Production Worker is a key position at Jensen Precast. From start to finish you are responsible for the production of quality precast concrete products. Working in the production plant you will be on your feet moving quickly through the tasks of your day helping us meet customer needs.

    Reporting to our production supervisor, you’ll primarily work with the production, quality control and yard teams.

    A highlight of your day-to-day will include:

    + Performing a variety of production duties including setting up forms, installing inserts, removing excess concrete

    + Reading production drawings

    + Finishing concrete with various floats and other tools

    + Maintaining a clean and safe working environment

    **WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR**

    You’re enthusiastic and motivated in a fast-paced environment. You like to work with your hands, and you aren’t afraid to get dirty. You enjoy seeing a task through to completion and take pride in your work. You don’t take shortcuts. You’re safety conscious not just for yourself, but for your team.

    We’re open to individuals who aren’t just looking for their next job, they’re looking to build a career. You want an opportunity to showcase your skill set with a solid company who will invest in you. In our culture – everyone matters.

    **ALL ABOUT JENSEN PRECAST**

    Much like you, our founder, Don Jensen was looking for a way to support his family, so he started his Company in 1968. Since founded, we’ve been supporting communities across Nevada, California, Arizona, Washington, and Hawaii.

    Jensen Precast likely has an impact on your daily life. We build culverts to take water away from your neighborhoods, underground utility boxes to hold cables, and manholes to allow workers access to the sewers deep below the roads we drive on. And that’s just a small sample of what we do at Jensen on a daily basis.

    When you work at one of Jensen’s many locations, you will enjoy the close relationships and camaraderie of a small company while being part of a larger, well-established, growing company.

    _We are committed to ensuring employment practices that promote equal opportunities. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations during your interview process._


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Electrical Technician (Bridge/Structural Steel Fabrication)
    Steel Girder, LLC    Red Rock, AZ 85145
     Posted 2 days    

    Stinger Bridge & Iron, an AISC certified structural steel fabricator and PCI certified precast concrete girder fabricator and erection contractor. Stinger focuses primarily on the Southwestern Bridge and Highway market, specializing in bridge projects. Stinger fabricates in its Coolidge, Arizona facility located south of the Phoenix/Chandler/Gilbert area and erects work in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Colorado. For additional information about our company visit our website at www.stingerbridgeandiron.com

    We are seeking an energetic individual to work in our expanding electrical department as an Electrician Technician at our Coolidge, AZ location.

    POSITION SCOPE: This is a safety sensitive position consisting of working outdoor at our Fabrication facilities and with little to no travel.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

    + Superior knowledge of electrical tools and equipment.

    + Responsible for electrical requirements in manufacturing new equipment, servicing customers existing equipment in the field and electrical maintenance and repair of equipment.

    + Comfortable using mechanical tools and electrical power tools.

    + Excellent problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail.

    + Maintain records and paper work for jobs.

    + Assist with checking accuracy and quality of all phases of fabrication and installation.

    + Able to read and understand blue prints and wiring schematics.

    + Perform physical labor tasks associated with jobs (pull and coil wire, heavy lifting, etc.).

    + Ability to solve problems or issues using standard tools and techniques.

    + Responsible for quality NEC and MSHA code requirements of electrical work performed.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    BACKGROUND:

    + Electrician or Apprentice with at least 3 years experience.

    + Experience with commercial 480 volt 3 phase.

    + Familiarity with National Electrical Code.

    + Demonstrates positive "can-do" attitude.

    + Experience in design and wiring of control panels.

    + Ability to work with electronic soft starters and variable frequency drives.

    + Good interpersonal skills.

    + Ability to work well independently as well as on teams.

    + Effective collaboration and communication skills.

    Stinger Bridge & Iron is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

    Pre-employment physical and drug testing are required.

    If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact HR to request it. This is only to request an accommodation to the application process and is not to inquire about your application status.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Project Engineer (Bridge/Structural Steel Fabrication)
    Steel Girder, LLC    Coolidge, AZ 85128
     Posted 2 days    

    Stinger Bridge & Iron, an AISC certified structural steel fabricator and PCI certified precast concrete girder fabricator and erection contractor. Stinger focuses primarily on the Southwestern Bridge and Highway market, specializing in bridge projects. Stinger fabricates in its Coolidge, Arizona facility located south of the Phoenix/Chandler/Gilbert area and erects work in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Colorado. For additional information about our company visit our website at www.stingerbridgeandiron.co (http://www.stingerbridgeandiron.com)

    POSITION SCOPE:

    The Project Engineer will be responsible for technical and administrative support to the project team in performing the project and will share areas of overall responsibilities with the Project Manager, Superintendents and Construction Administrator. The Project Engineer must be willing to travel to remote project sites; this position requires travel. We offer a competitive market-based salary and comprehensive benefits.

    PRIMARY DUTIES:

    + Supervise and provide training for field crews.

    + Sets up and maintains standard project files, general correspondence, subcontractor's agreements.

    + Distributes correspondence and coordinates project payables and receivables with accounting department and maintain and other accounts.

    + Assists with project closeout.

    + Comply with procedures as outlined in the construction manual.

    + Develop and maintain positive and effective working relationship with owners, subcontractors, and crews.

    + Implement assigned duties with an exceptional level of accuracy, timeliness, and cost effectiveness.

    + Assist in managing project schedules.

    + Assist in preparation of change order requests and change orders, maintain change order documents, files, logs.

    + Equipment time tracking.

    + Acquire a thorough knowledge of the contract documents, plants, specs, subcontracts.

    + Expedite submittals and maintain status file.

    + Maintain field logs and quantity tracking for work performed.

    + Track RFI, Change order, addenda, clarification or correspondence.

    + Implement job closeout procedures as directed by Project Manager.

    + Perform technical and administration duties as directed by the PM to facilitate the project.

    + Accurate coding of costs and prepare monthly progress payment request.

    + Fully understand the scope of the subcontractors.

    + Attend and document project meetings.

    + Provide the PM with support and accurate information to maximize the project management effectiveness.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT:

    + Strenuous walking and required to wear protective personal protective equipment

    + Able to work in hot or cold outdoor temperatures and job site conditions

    BACKGROUND:

    + A related degree is a plus, 1-2 years (or related) highway construction experience preferred.

    + Applicant must be at least 18 years old.

    + Valid driver's license and have a clean motor-vehicle record to meet company insurance guidelines.

    + Broad knowledge of construction methods.

    + Good understanding of highway construction, blue print reading, and computer skills.

    + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a high level of integrity.

    Stinger Bridge & Iron is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

    Pre-employment physical and drug testing are required.

    If you require an accommodation to submit an application, please contact HR to request an accommodation. This is only to request an accommodation to the application process and is not to inquire about the status of your application.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Welders Fitters (Bridge/Structural Steel Fabrication)
    Steel Girder, LLC    Red Rock, AZ 85145
     Posted 2 days    

    Stinger Bridge & Iron, an AISC certified structural steel fabricator and PCI certified precast concrete girder fabricator and erection contractor. Stinger focuses primarily on the Southwestern Bridge and Highway market, specializing in bridge projects. Stinger fabricates in its Coolidge, Arizona facility located south of the Phoenix/Chandler/Gilbert area and erects work in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Colorado. For additional information about our company visit our website at www.stingerbridgeandiron.com

    POSITION SCOPE: Stinger Bridge & Iron is seeking Welders/Fitters. The Welder/Fitter is a safety sensitive position that will perform layout and fit up from blueprints.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

    + Perform layout and fit up from blueprints, fillet, and Fillet PJP CJP welds.

    + Utilize Dual Shield, MIG, SMAW and Sub-Arc procedures.

    + Weld preparation and clean up.

    + Cut, cope, drill and otherwise fabricate parts from blueptints.

    + General knowledge of fabrication and erection standards and procedures.

    + General knowledge of AISC standards and AWS D1.1 and D1.5 codes a plus.

    + Proven ability to read and interpret shop and design blueprint drawings.

    QUALIFICATIONS :

    + Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) experience is required.

    + Ability to certify with any process in any position.

    + Ability to carbon arc.

    + Ability to read blueprints including AWS weld symbols.

    + Ability to lead a crew of fabricators.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    + Must be able to move shop equipment and material throughout shop.

    + Must be able to lift up to 75 Ibs.

    Stinger Bridge & Iron is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

    Pre-employment physical and drug testing are required.

    If you require an accommodation to apply, please email [email protected] to request it. This email is only to request an accommodation to the application process and is not an email to inquire about your application status.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Concrete QC Inspector - Tester (Bridge/Structural Steel Fabrication)
    Steel Girder, LLC    Coolidge, AZ 85128
     Posted 2 days    

    Stinger Bridge & Iron, an AISC certified structural steel fabricator and PCI certified precast concrete girder fabricator and erection contractor. Stinger focuses primarily on the Southwestern Bridge and Highway market, specializing in bridge projects. Stinger fabricates in its Coolidge, Arizona facility located south of the Phoenix/Chandler/Gilbert area and erects work in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Colorado. For additional information about our company visit our website at www.stingerbridgeandiron.com

    Stinger is currently seeking a Concrete Quality Control Inspector / Tester for the precast concrete production plant.

    POSITION SCOPE:

    The Concrete QC Inspector conduct sampling and testing of concrete and aggregates. This is a safety sensitive position.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

    + Inspection of precast prestressed concrete products for compliance with specifications, shop drawings and production processes and procedures.

    + Laboratory and field sampling and testing of concrete and aggregates.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    BACKGROUND:

    + Certification as an ACI Concrete Filed Testing Technician - Grade 1 Preferred.

    EQUIPMENT USED:

    + Personal Computer

    + Phone/fax;

    + Computer Software including: MS Windows 7, MS Office 2010 Word, Excel, Outlook, CAD, and Fabtrol.

    Stinger Bridge & Iron is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

    Pre-employment physical and drug testing are required.

    If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact HR to request it. This is only to request an accommodation to the application process and is not an email to inquire about your application status.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Welder Sub-Arc (Bridge / Structural Steel Fabrication)
    Steel Girder, LLC    Red Rock, AZ 85145
     Posted 2 days    

    Stinger Bridge & Iron, an AISC certified structural steel fabricator and PCI certified precast concrete girder fabricator and erection contractor. Stinger focuses primarily on the Southwestern Bridge and Highway market, specializing in bridge projects. Stinger fabricates in its Coolidge, Arizona facility located south of the Phoenix/Chandler/Gilbert area and erects work in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Colorado. For additional information about our company visit our website at www.stingerbridgeandiron.com

    POSITION SCOPE: Stinger Bridge & Iron, an AISC certified steel fabricator and PCI certified Prestressed Concrete Girder fabricator and Erector is seeking Sub-Arc Welders. Sub-Arc Welder will perform layout and fit up from blueprints. This is a safety sensitive position based out of our Coolidge, AZ location.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

    + Perform layout and fit up from blueprints, fillet, and Fillet PJP CJP welds.

    + Utilize Sub-Arc, Dual Shield, and MIG welding procedures.

    + Weld preparation and clean up.

    + Cut, cope, drill and otherwise fabricate parts from blueprints.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    + Ability to certify with any process in any position.

    + Ability to carbon arc.

    + Ability to read blueprints including AWS weld symbols.

    + Ability to lead a crew of fabricators.

    + Must be able to move shop equipment and material throughout shop.

    + Must be able to lift up to 75 Ibs.

    SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

    + Sub-Arc Welding experience is required.

    + General knowledge of fabrication and erection standards and procedures.

    + General knowledge of AISC standards and AWS D1.1 and D1.5 codes a plus.

    + Proven ability to read and interpret shop and design blueprint drawings.

    Stinger Bridge & Iron is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

    Pre-employment physical and drug testing are required.

    If you require an accommodation to apply, please email [email protected] to request it. This email is only to request an accommodation to the application process and is not an email to inquire about your application status.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Quality Control / Quality Assurance Inspector (Bridge/Structural Steel Fabrication)
    Steel Girder, LLC    Coolidge, AZ 85128
     Posted 2 days    

    Stinger Bridge & Iron, an AISC certified structural steel fabricator and PCI certified precast concrete girder fabricator and erection contractor. Stinger focuses primarily on the Southwestern Bridge and Highway market, specializing in bridge projects. Stinger fabricates in its Coolidge, Arizona facility located south of the Phoenix/Chandler/Gilbert area and erects work in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Colorado. For additional information about our company visit our website at www.stingerbridgeandiron.com

    Stinger is currently seeking a Quality Control Inspector / Tester for the Structural Steel fabrication shop.

    POSITION SCOPE:

    The Quality Control / Quality Assurance Inspector conducts sampling and testing structural steel and misc. metals. This is a safety sensitive position.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

    + Inspection of Structural Steel members for compliance with specifications, shop drawings and production processes and procedures.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    BACKGROUND:

    + Certifications a plus - past experience

    EQUIPMENT USED:

    + Personal Computer

    + Phone/fax

    + Computer Software including: MS Windows 7, MS Office 2010 Word, Excel, Outlook, CAD, and Tekla.

    Stinger Bridge & Iron is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

    Pre-employment physical and drug testing are required.

    If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact HR to request it. This is only to request an accommodation to the application process and is not an email to inquire about your application status.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Crane Operator / Rigger / Oiler (Bridge/ Structural Steel Fabrication) - COOLIDGE
    Steel Girder, LLC    Coolidge, AZ 85128
     Posted 2 days    

    Stinger Bridge & Iron, an AISC certified structural steel fabricator and PCI certified precast concrete girder fabricator and erection contractor. Stinger focuses primarily on the Southwestern Bridge and Highway market, specializing in bridge projects. Stinger fabricates in its Coolidge, Arizona facility located south of the Phoenix/Chandler/Gilbert area and erects work in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Colorado. For additional information about our company visit our website at www.stingerbridgeandiron.com

    POSITION SCOPE

    Currently is seeking Crane Operators, Riggers and Oilers to perform set up, operation, rigging and support for its fleet of gantry cranes and Hydraulic All Terrain Truck cranes. This is a safety sensitive position.

    BACKGROUND

    Experience with Steel and precast erection a plus. CCO certification a plus. CDL license is a plus.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    Must be able to move shop equipment and material throughout the shop. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.

    Applications may be filled out at www.stingerbridgeandiron.com.

    Stinger Bridge & Iron is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Employer of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

    Pre-employment physical and drug testing are required.

    If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact HR to request it. This is only to request an accommodation to the application process and is not an email to inquire about your application status.


    Employment Type

    Full Time


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