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Welder

Los Angeles, United States
Welder
Company
Go-Staff Skilled Construction & Building Trades
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job type
Full-time
Via
via ZipRecruiter
Job description
Looking to hire experienced Welders!

Applicants must be able to use electrical currents to create heat and bond metals as well as cut and trim metals.

Applicant must be able to supervise machines that perform automated welding tasks, as well as operate machines that feed wire to bond materials

. Also, as a welder you must be able to connect copper plumbing pipes and thinner metals manually. Tools and transportation are required

Knowledge or processes and symbols a must

Certification pref but not mandatory.

Please submit your resume

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States

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What is the projected median annual wage for welders in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the projected median annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers in the United States is $52,500, or $25.24 per hour, as of 2026. Entry-level welders start at approximately $38,000 annually, while experienced ones earn up to $68,000. Wages are highest in manufacturing states like Louisiana at $28.50 per hour.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What visa do foreign welders need to work legally in the US in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign welders typically require an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural work, with a fiscal year 2026 cap of 66,000 visas plus up to 64,716 supplemental. Employers must obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL proving no US workers available, valid for up to 12 months. Processing fee is $460 per petition as of 2026.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
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What are the minimum education and experience requirements for welder jobs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, welders need a high school diploma or GED and completion of a 6,000-hour apprenticeship program averaging 2 years. No prior experience is required for entry-level apprenticeships starting at age 18. Vocational training from DOL-registered programs provides the necessary skills in MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship
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What documents are required to apply for welder apprenticeship programs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants need a high school diploma or GED, proof of age 18+, driver's license, Social Security number, and resume listing any metalworking experience. Submit online via Apprenticeship.gov portal with sponsor-specific forms. Background check and drug test are standard, processed within 30 days.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship