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Gas Metal Arc Welding — the most common process in construction and manufacturing. High-speed, versatile, ideal for structural steel and fabrication.
Browse MIG Welding Jobs → 🎯Gas Tungsten Arc Welding — precision welding for stainless steel, aluminum, and specialty alloys. In high demand for piping and aerospace-grade work.
Browse TIG Welding Jobs → 🔧Shielded Metal Arc Welding — the workhorse of field construction welding. Works in all positions and weather conditions. Essential for pipeline and structural work.
Browse Stick / SMAW Jobs → 🏗️Flux-Cored Arc Welding — heavy deposition rates for structural steel, shipbuilding, and large-scale fabrication. Excellent for outdoor and windy conditions.
Browse Flux-Cored Jobs → 🔩Specialized welding for pipelines, pressure vessels, and process piping. Requires certifications to ASME and API codes. Premium pay rates nationwide.
Browse Pipe Welding Jobs → 🏢Structural steel welding for buildings, bridges, and heavy infrastructure. Requires AWS D1.1 certification. Combines welding skill with knowledge of blueprints and load-bearing connections.
Browse Structural Jobs → 🌊Hyperbaric welding for offshore platforms, dams, bridges, and marine structures. One of the highest-paid welding specialties in the industry.
Browse Underwater Jobs → ⚙️Shop and field fabrication — cutting, fitting, and welding metal components from blueprints. Combines layout skills with multi-process welding proficiency.
Browse Fabrication Jobs →Approximate annual salary ranges for welding roles in the U.S. construction industry. Rates vary by region, certifications, and experience level.
| Role | Salary Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-Level Welder | $35,000 - $45,000 | MIG/Stick, shop work |
| Journeyman Welder | $45,000 - $65,000 | Multi-process, field or shop |
| Certified Pipe Welder | $60,000 - $90,000 | ASME/API certified |
| TIG Specialist | $55,000 - $80,000 | Stainless, aluminum, alloys |
| Structural Welder | $50,000 - $75,000 | AWS D1.1, field work |
| Fabrication Welder | $42,000 - $65,000 | Shop-based, blueprint reading |
| Welding Inspector (CWI) | $65,000 - $95,000 | AWS CWI credential |
| Underwater Welder | $80,000 - $150,000+ | Commercial dive + weld certs |
| Welding Supervisor / Foreman | $70,000 - $100,000 | Crew management + QC |
Source data reflects industry surveys and BLS estimates. Actual pay depends on employer, location, overtime, and per diem.
Employers in the construction industry look for these credentials when hiring welders.
The most widely required welding certification in construction. Covers structural steel welding for buildings, bridges, and infrastructure.
Nationally recognized credential that validates hands-on welding skills. Portable across employers and states.
The gold standard for welding quality control. CWIs are in high demand on every major construction project.
Required for pressure vessel and boiler welding. Essential for industrial, petrochemical, and power plant work.
The pipeline industry standard. Required for oil and gas pipeline welding — one of the highest-paying welding specialties.
While not welding-specific, OSHA safety certifications are required by most construction employers before a welder can step on site.
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Yes. Both employers and job seekers use ConstructionHands.com for free. Employers can post unlimited welding jobs at no cost. Promoted listings are available if you want priority placement and extra visibility.
Yes. Use the specialty filter bar at the top of this page to filter by MIG, TIG, Stick (SMAW), Flux-Cored (FCAW), Pipe, Structural, Underwater, or Fabrication welding. You can also use the keyword search to find jobs by location, company, or specific skills.
The most requested certifications are AWS D1.1 (Structural Steel), AWS Certified Welder (CW), and OSHA 10/30 Safety. For pipeline work, API 1104 is essential. For industrial and pressure vessel work, ASME Section IX is required.
No. Most construction welding positions require a welding certification or completion of a trade school/apprenticeship program rather than a four-year degree. Many employers will train entry-level welders who show aptitude and a willingness to learn.
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Absolutely. Military welding MOSs (such as 91E or 3F1X1) translate directly to civilian welding certifications and jobs. ConstructionHands.com offers veteran-specific services including MOS translation, DD-214 verification, and priority placement.
