Welder Jobs in Louisville, KY

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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Steinrock Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc.

Experienced Roofer and / or Sheet Metal Fabricator

If you're a seasoned roofer and/or sheet metal fabricator on the lookout for a fresh opportunity, Steinrock Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc. in Louisville, KY wants you to join their team. While we're...

HVAC Mechanic (Union)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 16 hours ago

What you will do We are looking for a skilled HVAC TB Mechanic who have worked in residential, light commercial and/or heavy commercial markets to join our team to work the most advanced heavy...

Production Worker

  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 hours ago

Production Worker PeopleReady of Scottsburg, IN is now hiring Production Workers in Jeffersonville, IN! As a production worker, you will assemble and inspect products and ensure that manufactured...

Senior Production Worker

  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago

ARCOSA Lightweight is searching for a Senior Production Worker for our Shepherdsville, KY plant. In this role you will support a positive safety culture by directing the activities and staff...

Pipe Welder Per Diem

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Additional Skills & Qualifications Level 4 pipe welder proficiency. Strong understanding of pipe welding positions and safety protocols. Lift Certifications are beneficial but not required....

Fleet Mechanic - UniFirst

  • Finchville, KY (24 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Finchville, KY (24 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 days ago

Our Team is Kind of a Big Deal! UniFirst is seeking a reliable and hardworking Fleet Mechanic to join our UniFirst community. As a Team Partner in the Maintenance Department, you will be...

Assembler - Day Shift

  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 3 days ago

Assembler - Day Shift Assembler - Day Shift Location: JEFFERSONVILLE, IN, United States Job Family : Manufacturing Job Type : Regular Posted : Apr 24, 2025 Job ID: 56314 Job Description WEEKLY...

Concrete Carpenter Craftsman

  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago

Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently....

Production Worker

  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago

Looking for a new job with great benefits and a 4-day workweek? Staffmark has the perfect opportunity for you! We're hiring Production Operators in Louisville, KY, for a seasonal position that...

Production Welder

  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago

Education & Experience: Must have at least one year of MIG welding experience with the ability to pass pulse assessment (Pulse welding is a plus)....

Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician III - Sysco Louisville (R179510)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago

The employee is Repair work requires excellent hand and finger dexterity used for wrenches, hand tools, and other shop equipment....

Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician II

  • Shively, KY (6 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Shively, KY (6 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 6 days ago

tools, and other shop equipment....

Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician - Now Hiring

  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago

tools, and other shop equipment....

Chassis Mechanic

  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago

Open availability Preferred Traits Previous experience working in a Depot, port, terminal, or intermodal setting Basic electrical and pneumatic troubleshooting skills Safety-conscious and detail-oriented...

Fabricator (1st or 2nd Class)

  • Heritage Creek, KY (8 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Heritage Creek, KY (8 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 7 days ago

Fabricates tank parts and components using various equipment, paints components, material handling, and general housekeeping. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other...

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Welder Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Offshore inspector learning Welders Guide
Underwater welding is a specialized and highly skilled technique used to repair or join metal structures submerged in water, typically in environments like offshore oil rigs, pipelines, ships, or...
Blueprint Reading for Welders Basic Lines, Views and Symbols
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...
W. Q.T. Welder Qualification Test Performance test Course
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 Louisville, KY

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Highest Education Level

Welders in Louisville, KY 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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