Welder Jobs in Fredericksburg, VA

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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Steel Fabricator/Welder

  • Fredericksburg, VA (6 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA (6 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 3 hours ago

Job ID: 511946 Non-Exempt Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North...

Forklift Mechanic Apprentice - Chantilly

  • Stafford, VA (8 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stafford, VA (8 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Mechanic Apprentice - Chantilly Eastern Lift Truck Co., Inc life insurance, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k) United States, Virginia, Stafford Jun 12, 2025 Eastern Lift Truck Co....

Assembler 1

  • Ruther Glen, VA (24 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ruther Glen, VA (24 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Assembler 1 Caroline County, Virginia Technician Full-Time Onsite No Clearance None 27875 Job Description Overview To be considered for this position, you must attend our hiring event on 6/10/2025...

Factory Worker / Mattress Production ( Assembler )

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 8 days ago

un Factory Worker / Mattress Production ( Assembler ) compensation: $17/hour net pay employment type: job title: manufacturing Location: Fredericksburg, VA 22408 Job Type: Full-time Salary:...

Assembler/Production Mechanic

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 8 days ago

Kaeser Compressors, Inc. is one of the largest and most successful suppliers of industrial compressed air and vacuum systems with nearly 7,000 employees worldwide. Our primary goal is providing...

Assembler

  • Bowling Green, VA (23 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bowling Green, VA (23 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Assembler M.C. Dean paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan United States, Virginia, Bowling Green Jun 04, 2025 Overview To be considered for this position, you must attend...

Welder 2

  • Bowling Green, VA (23 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bowling Green, VA (23 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Transports various items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies)* AWS Certification MIG welding, stick welding, TIG welding, fabrication, Blueprints Working Environment The position is physically demanding...

Assembler 2- Caroline County, VA

  • Bowling Green, VA (23 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bowling Green, VA (23 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Assembler 2- Caroline County, VA M.C. Dean United States, Virginia, Bowling Green Jun 04, 2025 Overview M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical...

Assembler- Caroline County, VA

  • Bowling Green, VA (23 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bowling Green, VA (23 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Assembler- Caroline County, VA M.C. Dean United States, Virginia, Bowling Green Jun 04, 2025 Overview M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical...

Forklift Mechanic

  • Stafford, VA (8 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Stafford, VA (8 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Forklift Mechanic Eastern Lift Truck Co., Inc 22 USD-40 USD life insurance, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), company vehicle United States, Virginia, Stafford Jun 05, 2025 Eastern Lift Truck Co....

Structural Welders

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 10 days ago

Bolts clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding. Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or gas welding equipment....

Journeyman Hvac Mechanic

  • Quantico, VA (18 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Quantico, VA (18 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago

The HVAC Mechanic is responsible for performing all HVAC trades functions necessary to assemble, install, maintain, and repair Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning fixtures, equipment, and...

Heavy Equipment Shop Technician (Mechanic) - Core Solutions

  • Catlett, VA (23 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Catlett, VA (23 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 16 days ago

EquipmentShare is Hiring a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician (Mechanic) - Core Solutions EquipmentShare is immediately hiring a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician (Mechanic) for our rental facility in...

Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic

  • Woodford, VA (12 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Woodford, VA (12 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 23 days ago

If you're a mechanic, check out this opportunity to work with a well-respected, award-winning Contractor that puts their employees first with safety initiatives, great benefits and perks, wellness...

ACE Production Worker

  • Bealeton, VA (22 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Bealeton, VA (22 miles from Fredericksburg, VA)
  • 25 days ago

Requisition Number: 26345 When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nations premiere propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential,...

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Salary for Welder Jobs in Fredericksburg, VA

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Highest Education Level

Welders in Fredericksburg, VA offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.1%
Associate's Degree
17.7%
Bachelor's Degree
11.4%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%


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