Welder Jobs in Virginia Beach, 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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Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Position Description Immediately Hiring a Permanent Full Time Diesel Technician Trainee. This role is Entry Level and DOES NOT REQUIRE Experience to be hired. We will pay you while training to...

Hydraulic Mechanic

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 10 hours ago

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Building parts for a machine from scratch - Will be responsible for either working on, hydraulics, pneumatics, bolts, gages, or anything that has to...

Senior Machinist/ CNC Programmer

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 13 hours ago

Technical Working Knowledge: CNC mill, CNC lathe, saws, grinders, hand tools, measuring and gauging instruments....

Structural Welder (2nd Shift)

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 22 hours ago

Ability to certify in the following: SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding) or Silver Brazing Knowledge of P-3 joint with a permanent backing...

Inside Machinist (VA)

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 22 hours ago

tag) System tolerance determination and application Rudders and Steering systems to include blue checking and fitting, piano wire alignment method, stock straightness determination, hydraulic and pneumatic...

Sheet Metal Mechanic J4 (Carpenter)

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 23 hours ago

General Dynamics NASSCO is a proud member of the General Dynamics Marine Systems business unit. In addition to ship construction, our capabilities include advanced ship repair, conversion, and...

Assembly E - Electronic Cable Assembler

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers mission and quest...

2ND Shift Vertical CNC Machinist

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Insight Global is looking for an experienced CNC Machinist with vertical mills knowledge/background. This person will be responsible for setting up, running/operating a vertical mills machine from...

Electrical Assembler

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Insight Global is looking for an experienced Electrical Assembler with cable pulling and terminating knowledge/background. This person will be responsible for assembling and installing wires and...

Marine Structural Welder

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Marine Structural Welders for projects located in Calvert City, KY....

Chassis Mechanic

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day 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...

Test & Calibration Electrical Assembler

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Insight Global is looking for an experienced Electrical Assembler with cable pulling and terminating knowledge/background. This person will be responsible for assembling and installing wires and...

Manual Machinist

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to join our Small Motors Department. This role involves precision machining and fabrication of smaller-scale motor components using strictly manual...

Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Field

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Skills in the use of a variety of hand tools....

Marine Watercraft Mechanic - 23082

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty. Must have a current, active DoD Secret Clearance and be able to obtain a DoD Top Secret Security clearance....

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Salary for Welder Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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Highest Education Level

Welders in Virginia Beach, VA 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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