Welding
Potential earnings range:
$40,518-$71,240*
Per year after graduation
Are you interested in hands-on, fast-paced environments? Have strong attention to detail and work well with others?
Then you may be a good fit for Job Corps’ Welding program.
On the job you will …
- Join metals using a variety of techniques and processes
- Read blueprints, work orders or production schedules to determine product or job instructions or specifications
- Inspect, measure or test completed metalwork pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using measuring and testing devices
Some of the career options you will have ...
Most Welding Job Corps graduates go on to work for manufacturing companies, construction, wholesale trade or repair shops.
Students should also consider pursuing the Advanced Welding training area and other Advanced Training programs at Job Corps as part of their career pathway.
The credentials you will earn ...
In the Welding program, you can earn industry-recognized credentials from such organizations as:
- American Welding Society (AWS)
- National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS)
Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program.
What you’ll need to start training ...
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of all introductory and career preparation courses
- Passing scores on all written and performance tests
- Meet academic (math and reading) requirements
* Salary information comes from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics Program and is provided for planning purposes only. Actual salary will depend on student skill level, credentials earned, experience level and location.
Meet your instructors
Jesse Montes
Jesse Montes brings extensive welding experience to his position as Welding instructor at Weber Basin Job Corps. Since he was in high school, Jesse knew he wanted to be a welder. He was nominated as Top Welder in high school. From this nomination, he received a full scholarship to attend Western New Mexico University, where he earned 6-G welder and Certified Welding Inspector certifications. Jesse then enrolled in the United States Navy. During his service, he trained in welding at Naval Station Treasure Island, earned Hull Maintenance Technician certification, served as a U.S. Navy structural welder and served aboard the USS Cape Cod (AD-43) destroyer tender. Jesse also gained experience working in a sheet metal shop, welding shop and pipe shop. He finished his enlistment serving as a radiation worker abroad nuclear-powered ships, repairing and maintaining the nuclear operations of valves, as well as structural plating and other repairs. Jesse also received certification in non-destructive inspection from Ogden-Weber Technical College in 2021 and is currently A-36 and 3G certified through the American Welding Society.
Derric Morse
Derric Morse has worked in welding for over 25 years. He received training and certifications from Ogden-Weber Technical College and Combination Welder certification from the American Welding Society’s Certified Welding Inspector program. Derric brings experience in structural steel fabrication and heavy beam welding and fitting. He previously worked with a high-level production company for nine years, fabricating heavy refrigerated transfer containers. Throughout his career, Derric has developed partnerships with several industry organizations. He is currently A-36 and 3G certified through AWS. His welding career has allowed him financial stability and, therefore, the ability to raise a family and provide them with a comfortable home.