Production & Manufacturing · Use hand-welding, flame-cutting, hand-soldering, or brazing equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products.
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Entry Salary
$30–37k
First 1–2 years
Peak Salary
$68–80k
10+ years experience
Job Outlook
+3% · Stable
Infrastructure projects and manufacturing reshoring creating steady demand. Skilled welders with specialty certifications commanding premium wages.
Time to Start
1–2 years
College degree typical
Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.
Entry-Level Brazers
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
Experienced Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
Senior Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
Director of Production & Manufacturing
You prioritize Support
This career is strongly aligned with Support — a core work value that shapes how people approach their career decisions.
You're strong in Quality Control Analysis
Quality Control Analysis is a top skill for this career, and it plays to what students like you naturally do best.
Good fit for your timeline
This career typically requires short-term training (less than 1 year), which matches common student preparation goals.
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