Welder Jobs in Harrisburg, OR

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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Fleet Mechanic

  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Tangent, OR (18 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tangent, OR (18 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

JOIN OUR FLEET TEAM! Tool allowance included to support your trade. Our Diesel Mechanics start at $32.00/ hour 401K with 2% automatic company contribution plus company match up to an additional...

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Journey Level Mechanic

  • Weyerhaeuser
  • Eugene, OR (14 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Eugene, OR (14 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Weyerhaeusers Western Timberlands Trucking operations in Goshen, OR has an opening for a Journey Level Mechanic. This is a multi-craft maintenance position focused on the troubleshooting and...

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Wax Assembler - Prior Experience Required

  • PCT - Pacific Cast Technologies
  • Lebanon, OR (22 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lebanon, OR (22 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 14 days ago

Wax Assembler (Any Level) Prior Experience Required - Openings on Various Shifts If you would love to be part of a company that is poised for substantial growth with opportunities for advancement,...

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Wax Assembler - Prior Experience Required

  • Selmet
  • Harrisburg, OR
  • 14 days ago
  • Harrisburg, OR
  • 14 days ago

Wax Assembler (Any Level) Prior Experience Required - Varying Shifts If you would love to be part of a company that is poised for substantial growth with opportunities for advancement, then...

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Field Mechanic

  • Pape' Machinery, Inc
  • Tangent, OR (18 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tangent, OR (18 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 60+ days ago

PAPE MACHINERY, INC. AGRICULTURE & TURF DIVISION TANGENT, OR FIELD MECHANIC: Do you love working on equipment and turning wrenches? Are you looking to grow your skills as a mechanic? Are you...

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Production Home Assembler

  • Cavco Industries
  • Millersburg, OR (24 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Millersburg, OR (24 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary: The Production Home Assembler follows work orders and instructions in order to accurately and efficiently prepare and assemble building components and homes in a factory assembly line...

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Rock Crushing Mechanic

  • Aggregate Resource Industries
  • Springfield, OR (15 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Springfield, OR (15 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 7 days ago

Company Overview We are a specialty subcontractor headquartered in Springfield, Oregon, providing rock drilling, blasting, and portable crushing services. Our drilling operations support a range...

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Lift Truck Mechanic

  • Eugene, OR (14 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 8 days ago
  • Eugene, OR (14 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 8 days ago

un Lift Truck Mechanic (Springfield) compensation: $32.81 - $39.05 per hour, DOE employment type: job title: Mechanic Rosboro is seeking a full-time Mechanic with a minimum of three years of...

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Apprentice Diesel Tech-Mechanic

  • Travel Centers Of America
  • Coburg, OR (9 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 13 days ago
  • Coburg, OR (9 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 13 days ago

We are now looking for a Diesel Technician to join our team! As a Diesel Mechanic, you will provide accurate, efficient service to customers by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing heavy...

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Mobile Diesel Mechanic / Field Diesel Technician - Albany, OR

  • Gordon Truck Centers, Inc
  • Albany, OR (24 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albany, OR (24 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Diesel Technicians at Gordon Truck Centers (GTC) dealerships lead the charge in workmanship, commitment to safety, and providing reliable, first-class service to customers across the...

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Diesel Technician / Mechanic - Coburg, OR

  • Gordon Truck Centers, Inc
  • Coburg, OR (9 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Coburg, OR (9 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Diesel Technicians at Gordon Truck Centers dealerships lead the charge in workmanship, commitment to safety, and providing reliable, first-class service to customers across the Pacific...

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Mechanic - Heavy Equipment

  • Sierra Pacific Industries
  • Eugene, OR (14 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Eugene, OR (14 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Heavy Equipment Mechanics earn $34.27 to $36.65 per hour We train and promote from within Excellent low-cost health benefits Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions Paid vacation and 10...

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Diesel Tech-Mechanic I

  • Travel Centers Of America
  • Coburg, OR (9 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Coburg, OR (9 miles from Harrisburg, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters ofAmerica! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers andmotorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

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Ag Mechanic

  • Coop Shared Services
  • Harrisburg, OR
  • 45+ days ago
  • Harrisburg, OR
  • 45+ days ago

The position of a Mechanic is of great significance to Valley Agronomics. A person in this position is responsible for performing scheduled maintenance on diesel equipment and fertilizer...

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Salary for Welder Jobs in Harrisburg, OR

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Highest Education Level

Welders in Harrisburg, OR offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.3%
Associate's Degree
18.0%
Bachelor's Degree
12.3%
Master's Degree
3.3%
Some College
1.7%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%


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