Career Opportunities and Employment

As a welder, you will find employment opportunities available at every level and in a variety of industries. Working conditions vary greatly according to the specific industry. Welders can work inside manufacturing plants, welding shops and garage or work outside on bridges, pipes or other exterior structures.

The job market is outstanding and wide open to those students who successfully master the techniques presented in the course.

Average entry income $18,000, upgrading to $45,000 with skill and experience.

Occupational Titles:

• Welders and Fitters
• Welding Supervisors
• Welding Engineer
• Welding Technician
• Welding Equipment Sales
• Certified Welding Educator
• Certified Welding Inspector

Did you know?

Seminole State welding professor Andy Provost has been a certified welder for more than 10 years.