Welder
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- What's it like to be a Welder?
- How to become a Welder
- Latest Welder jobs
- Top skills and experience for Welders
What's it like to be a Welder?
Welders are skilled labourers who can attach or repair metal products by heating them with welding tools. This involves cutting and joining metals and other materials in factories or construction sites. Welders must know how to use the proper equipment to join metal structures or parts precisely. Welders must also be highly trained to follow safety precautions while operating equipment, which can be dangerous if used incorrectly. Welders need attention to detail and a steady hand, and should be knowledgeable of different metals and how they react to welding.
Tasks and duties
- Determining the right welding equipment or method based on specifications.
- Identifying the metals and materials to be used in a welding project.
- Operating equipment to cut and shape metal in preparation for welding.
- Aligning components using callipers, rulers and clamp pieces.
- Fusing metal components using welding equipment.
- Testing and inspecting welded surfaces and structures to find flaws.
- Conducting regular safety inspections on machines.
- Using electrical or manual tools.
How to become a Welder
Aspiring Welders may want to obtain certain certifications to upgrade their technical skill level.
Obtain a Nitec diploma or the National Training Certificate - Grade 2 or its equivalent.
Seek and undergo training for specific welding skills at a polytechnic.
Apply for the Common Welder Qualification Scheme.
