Welder Jobs in Oregon

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.
  • Falls City, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Falls City, 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
  • 30+ days ago
  • Eugene, 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

  • Selmet
  • Scio, OR
  • 14 days ago
  • Scio, 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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Wax Assembler - Prior Experience Required

  • PCT - Pacific Cast Technologies
  • Lebanon, OR
  • 14 days ago
  • Lebanon, 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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Heavy Duty Mechanic

  • 01608 HM Pacific Northwest, Inc.
  • Beaverton, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR
  • 5 days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

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Heavy Diesel Fleet Mechanic

  • Waste Connections
  • Florence, OR
  • 12 days ago
  • Florence, OR
  • 12 days ago

County Transfer and Recycling, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join the team in Florence, OR! Mechanics interested in secure, steady employment are...

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Field Mechanic

  • Pape' Machinery, Inc
  • Medford, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Medford, OR
  • 1 day ago

PAPE MACHINERY, INC. AGRICULTURE & TURF DIVISION CENTRAL POINT, 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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Experienced Truck Technician / Mechanic - Day Shift

  • Pape' Kenworth
  • Klamath Falls, OR
  • 60+ days ago
  • Klamath Falls, OR
  • 60+ days ago

PAPE KENWORTH KLAMATH FALLS, OR EXPERIENCED TRUCK TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC DAY SHIFT : Do you love working on equipment and turning wrenches? Are you looking to grow your skills as a mechanic? Are...

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A&P Aircraft Mechanic - Hillsboro, OR

  • Aero Air, LLC
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 1 hour ago

We are Aero Air - A People Centered Aircraft Service Company. A premier, mission driven organization who employs high performing, dedicated professionals. Where our team members are committed to...

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Mechanic or Shop helper $1500 Sign on Bonus

  • Canby, OR
  • 12 hours ago
  • Canby, OR
  • 12 hours ago

MECHANIC / SHOP Local trucking company is seeking a motivated Mechanic or shop Assistant (does not have to be professional) to support our mechanics in and around our shop. -Help service and...

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Mechanic/Maintenance-Dist 10hr

  • Albertsons Companies
  • Portland, OR
  • 14 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 14 hours ago

Facility Maintenance Mechanics (Mechanics) perform preventive maintenance and repair on material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks and conveyor systems. Mechanics also maintain...

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Equipment mechanic

  • Mars construction
  • Roseburg, OR
  • 21 hours ago
  • Roseburg, OR
  • 21 hours ago

un Equipment mechanic (Roseburg) Mars construction compensation: 35 hr employment type: job title: Heavy equipment mechanic Looking for reliable mechanic to work for local company. Need to be able...

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Blackhawk Mechanic

  • Weyerhaeuser Company
  • McMinnville, OR
  • 21 hours ago
  • McMinnville, OR
  • 21 hours ago

Weyerhaeuser's Western Timberlands Division has openings for full-time Blackhawk Mechanics based out of the McMinnville, Oregon hangar. Duties will be performed at the hangar as well as in a...

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HVAC Truck Based Mechanic Apprentice (union)

  • Johnson Controls
  • Milwaukie, OR
  • 22 hours ago
  • Milwaukie, OR
  • 22 hours ago

Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

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Apprentice Diesel Tech-Mechanic

  • Travel Centers Of America
  • Troutdale, OR
  • 22 hours ago
  • Troutdale, OR
  • 22 hours 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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Salary for Welder Jobs in Oregon

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Highest Education Level

Welders in Oregon 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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