Welder Jobs in Palmdale, CA

A Welder in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for performing various welding tasks to repair, install, and maintain metal structures and equipment. They use different techniques like MIG, TIG, and stick welding to join metal parts together, ensuring that they fit accurately according to the design specifications. Welders also inspect structures or materials to determine any potential faults, repair worn-out parts, and test welded surfaces for any flaws. They need to follow safety rules and regulations, maintain a clean work environment and may also be required to read and interpret blueprints and sketches.

Important skills for a Welder include manual dexterity, attention to detail, ability to use hand and power tools, good eyesight, physical stamina, and knowledge of metallurgy and welding techniques. They should also have good understanding of safety procedures and regulations. As for certifications, many employers require a high school diploma or equivalent, and Welders usually need to complete a welding training program. Obtaining a certificate or associate's degree in welding technology, or a certification from a recognized body such as the American Welding Society, can significantly enhance their job prospects. Prior to becoming a Welder, a person might have roles as a Welder's Helper, Machinist, or Construction Laborer.

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(Entry Level) Assembler

  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Responsibilities & Qualifications of the Assembler (Entry Level) include, but are not limited to: Align and position parts using templates and measurements Fasten components and subassemblies,...

Production Equipment Mechanic

  • Sun Valley, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sun Valley, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Candidate will use basic hand tools and power tools....

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Turbine Mechanic

  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities & Qualifications of the Technical Turbomachinery Specialist include, but are not limited to: - Rotating equipment exp - Ideally a Rotating Equipment Specialist - Exp disassembling...

Manual Machinist

  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities & Qualifications of the Manual Machinist include, but are not limited to Engine Lathes (Small, Medium or Large) VTL's (Small and Large) Additional Information: Working Conditions:...

CNC Machinist Lathe Set-up Operator

  • Valyermo, CA (15 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Valyermo, CA (15 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Ideal candidates have experience as a CNC Lathe Machine operator, CNC Lathe machinist, CNC Set up....

Milling Machine Machinist 3 (3/10 2nd Shift)

  • Palmdale, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Palmdale, CA
  • 5 days ago

tools and precision measuring instruments; makes standard shop computations; and measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining....

Assembler Aerospace

  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Assembler | Aerospace Burbank, CA Do you have at least 2+ years of recent manufacturing and assembly experience, including proficiency with schematics and hand and power tools? A leading aerospace...

Mechanic II

  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 6 days ago

A DMV K-4 document is required to be submitted with job application. Requirements / Qualifications Job Summary Job Summary Under the supervision of Fleet Manager and/or Lead Mechanic participate...

Associate Assembler

  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Associate Assembler Company: Spectrolab, Inc. Spectrolab, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Companys Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) business unit has an exciting opportunity for...

Assistant Mechanic

  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Your next adventure starts here! At Lucky Strike Entertainment, great times and exciting opportunities go hand in hand. Join us as an Assistant Mechanic and become part of a vibrant...

Assembler - Home Center - CA

  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that...

Lead Mechanic - Located in Santa Clarita, CA

  • Newhall, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Newhall, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Personal hand tools....

Assembler

  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 10 days ago

URGENT APPLY TODAY! **Description** **:** If you're looking for a job and you have general assembly/work experience then this is the position for you. A very popular company in **Lancaster, CA**...

Electronic Assembler

  • Sun Valley, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sun Valley, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Move Forward with Volt Volt is immediately hiring for Test Technician in Sun Valley, CA. As a Test Technician, you will: Maintain strict adherence to AS9100 Generate Non-Conforming Reports (NCR)...

Power Mechanic Level B

  • Sun Valley, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sun Valley, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 11 days ago

tools and test equipment Must have own tools Must know general repairs and PM criteria Should have specific knowledge of heavy truck repairs in a commercial environment, including diesel engine system...

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If you are just starting out in the welding world, odds are that at some point in your career you will be required to read welding blueprints in order to complete your job. At the end of the...
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In a refinery, welding is a critical task that requires strict adherence to quality standards to ensure the integrity and safety of piping and structural components. Welder qualification tests are...

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Salary for Welder Jobs in Palmdale, CA

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Highest Education Level

Welders in Palmdale, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.1%
Associate's Degree
17.7%
Bachelor's Degree
11.3%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%


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