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Manufacturing
- Annual Median Wage$ 47,200$35,690
$63,480
Annual NC Wage Range
Growth Rate
Moderately Growing
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Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers use hand-held or remotely controlled equipment to join or cut metal parts. They also fill holes, indentations, or seams in metal products.
What do they typically do
- Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications
- Calculate and measure the dimensions of parts to be welded
- Inspect structures or materials to be welded
- Weld materials according to blueprint specifications
- Monitor the welding process and adjust heat as necessary
- Maintain equipment and machinery
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +1.0%Job Opening 1,763Education & Training
- Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseMore
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