Welder Jobs in Downingtown, PA

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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Mobile Equipment Mechanic - Hiring Now

  • Frazer, PA (9 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Frazer, PA (9 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Line of Business: Other 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 U.S....

Mobile Equipment Mechanic

  • Plymouth Meeting, PA (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Plymouth Meeting, PA (24 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 21 days ago

Line of Business: Other 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 U.S....

Mobile Equipment Mechanic - Competitive Wages

  • Frazer, PA (9 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Frazer, PA (9 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 22 days ago

Line of Business: Other 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 U.S....

Mechanic Trainee

  • Gap, PA (14 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Gap, PA (14 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 7 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...

Entry-Level Industrial Mechanic

  • Aston, PA (19 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Aston, PA (19 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 15 hours ago

tools, power tools, and specialized equipment + Perform precision measurements and equipment calibration + Operational Support + Operate material handling equipment including forklifts and lifting...

Seasonal Laborer / Mechanic Assistant for Fleet Garage

  • Springfield, PA (21 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, PA (21 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, employs people in a variety of roles within our eight-state footprint, ranging from field workers and customer service representatives who are on the front...

Valve Services Machinist

  • Pottstown, PA (16 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pottstown, PA (16 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

WHO WE ARE As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in...

Mobile Equipment Mechanic II. Job in Pennsylvania Gr8Jobs

  • Malvern, PA (9 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Malvern, PA (9 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Line of Business: Other 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 U.S....

Welder and Sheet Metal Fabricator

  • Birdsboro, PA (16 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Birdsboro, PA (16 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Shift: 1 st Shift Monday-Friday Location: Birdsboro, PA Responsibilities of the MIG Welder: TIG welding, Tacking, welding Steel and Aluminum Assembling crane and fall protection components and sub-assemblies...

Road Service Heavy Equipment Mechanic

  • West Chester, PA (6 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (6 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

BJ Excavating a Chester County based Site Contractor is seeking Road Service Diesel Mechanic to fill open position. Position involves working on over the road CDL diesel trucks and large earth...

CNC Machinist Lead

  • Spring City, PA (11 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Spring City, PA (11 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Skills 3+ years of CNC Lead experience 5+ years of experience in running and setting up CNC Lathe machines. Milling is a plus....

Product Assembler

  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

-Your own reliable transportation and basic hand tools. -An entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to control your income....

Welder/Fabricator/Fitter

  • Boyertown, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boyertown, PA (22 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Welder/Fabricator/Fitter Job Description We are seeking skilled welder/fitters to join our team in welding steel government barriers. The role may also involve some TIG welding....

Welder

  • Spring City, PA (11 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Spring City, PA (11 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Skilled welding carbon steel and aluminum parts Responsibilities: -Perform Mig welding on carbon steel parts -Conduct Tig welding on aluminum parts -Read, understand, and follow blueprints -Weld in...

Corrections Plant Mechanic - SCI Phoenix

  • Collegeville, PA (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA (18 miles from Downingtown, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Reference #: 4814817**THE POSITION**Do you have experience working with boilers? Are you ready to use your repair skills to help keep our facility running smoothly? The Department of Corrections...

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Salary for Welder Jobs in Downingtown, PA

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Highest Education Level

Welders in Downingtown, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.1%
Associate's Degree
17.6%
Bachelor's Degree
11.2%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%


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