Welder Jobs in Kenosha, WI

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

  • GFL Environmental
  • Muskego, WI (23 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Muskego, WI (23 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 45+ days ago

Safely operate, repair, rebuild and perform maintenance on Company owned or leased heavy duty diesel trucks and equipment including rolling stock to ensure its ability to operate safely Our trucks...

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PM Mechanic - 2nd Shift

  • Waste Connections
  • Round Lake Park, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Round Lake Park, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 22 days ago

Groot, Inc., a Waste Connections company, has an immediate opening for a 2nd Shift - PM Mechanic to join our team in Round Lake Park, IL. Our PM Mechanic will work directly with the Maintenance...

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Furniture Assembler (Taskrabbit)

  • Taskrabbit
  • Round Lake, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Round Lake, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Taskrabbit is looking for capable, self-motivated individuals to join our global network of independent service providers, who we call Taskers. In this role, you'll help clients assemble a wide...

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Assembler - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 day ago

Ready for great manufacturing, warehouse or industrial job opportunities? Take the first one by joining our team and finding your next growth opportunity in a safety- and team-oriented warehouse...

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Trailer Mechanic

  • Dayton Freight
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Salary : $31.25 - $35.25/hour Trailer Mechanics are to perform maintenance service in which the volume and quality of work is within the acceptably measured standards for Dayton Freight...

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Controls Assembler (Panel Wiring)

  • Parallel Employment
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 6 days ago

Controls Assembler (Panel Wiring) The Controls Assembler is responsible for the hands-on fabrication and wiring of electrical control panels and installation of conduit, cable, and components on...

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Forklift / Diesel Mechanic - Overnights

  • Uline, Inc.
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 11 days ago

Forklift / Diesel Mechanic - Overnights Pay from $35 to $45 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! (Includes $4 Shift Differential) Wisconsin Distribution Center 12885 104th St....

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Assembler II (2nd Shift)

  • Badger Meter Inc
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 11 days ago

Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the...

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Mechanical Assembler

  • Aerotek
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 11 days ago

Aerotek is hiring mechanical assemblers for 1st shift! Assemblers will be responsible for team mechanical assembly of various railroad repair equipment and machines. Compensation ranges up to...

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Assembler-Immediate Hiring

  • Aerotek
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 11 days ago

Aerotek is hiring immediately for 2nd shift assemblers. This is an entry-level position and a great way to get your foot in the door at an excellent manufacturing facility in Racine! Job...

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Assembler II (1st Shift)

  • Badger Meter
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 13 days ago

Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the...

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Manufacturing Mechanic

  • Kelly Services
  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 13 days ago

Manufacturing Mechanic Apply Now Applied To save a job sign in or get started Job ID: 10234166 Posted today Back Waukegan, IL, US Light Industrial High School or equivalent Full Time, Direct Hire...

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Appliance Mechanic

  • Milwaukee Goodwill
  • Great Lakes, IL (21 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Great Lakes, IL (21 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 16 days ago

The Appliance Mechanic is responsible for installing, servicing and repairing commercial food service equipment such as stoves, refrigerators, dishwashing machines and other electrical household...

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Diesel Mechanic - CES

  • United Rentals
  • Oak Creek, WI (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Oak Creek, WI (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 16 days ago

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If youd like the chance to make your mark with the worlds largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As a...

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Upfit Mechanic - Custom Build Tech

  • Custom Truck One Source
  • Union Grove, WI (12 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Union Grove, WI (12 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 16 days ago

Custom Truck One Source (CTOS) 21209 Durand Ave., Union Grove, WI 53182 You will install and customize equipment on a variety of new specialty trucks used by utility companies, rail, telecom,...

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Salary for Welder Jobs in Kenosha, WI

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Highest Education Level

Welders in Kenosha, WI 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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