Welder

Fusing Passion with Purpose

Welders are artists behind the scenes. Their skills and talents make it possible for buildings to reach grand heights; industrial machines to turn out components, food and other things we need; and so much more! They use hand-welding, flame-cutting, hand-soldering, or brazing equipment to weld or join metal components.

Does a career in welding pique your interest? Use the details below to help spark your career journey.

Fast Facts

$39,252

Average Salary in Columbia, SC

$60,391

Experienced Earners Average Salary

6 - 24 months

Average Training Time

4%

Projected 5-Year Job Growth

Find the Flux for You

Welding has long been key part of modern metal fabrication and instrumental in helping build the future. Developing your welding skills takes time and is possible with the numerous resources available at training facilities throughout the heart of SC.

Central Carolina Technical College – Welding Certificate
Midlands Technical College – Comprehensive Welder Program
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College – Welding/Industrial Maintenance Degree, Basic / Intermediate / Advanced Welding certificates
Piedmont Technical College – Basic / Advanced / MIG / TIG / STICK Welding certificates, General Technology-Welding Concentration Associate’s Degree

Interested in something other than a two-year institution? Check out these training facilities:

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ManuFirst SC

South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership

Apprenticeship Carolina

readySC

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