Welding Technician
Welding technicians use a variety of techniques, like arc welding in manufacturing and other related settings. These skilled workers are typically employed in manufacturing industries, but they can also be found working in auto body shops, for construction companies or in other industries. Sometimes, welding technicians use certain programs to ensure that welding machines are functioning correctly.
WAGE RANGE
$29K - 62K
PROJECTED GROWTH
15%
ANNUAL OPENINGS
900
Education
- Academic Certificate: Program Completion within 3 semesters
Education
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Aiken Technical College
Central Carolina Technical College
Denmark Technical College
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Greenville Technical College
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Midlands Technical College
Northeastern Technical College
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College
Piedmont Technical College
Spartanburg Community College
Technical College of the Lowcountry
Tri-County Technical College
Trident Technical College
Williamsburg Technical College
York Technical College
Potential Employers
"Especially during this pandemic, I think it's important not to get discouraged, even if you are coming up against obstacles or difficult times."
Kristen Jackson
Central Carolina Technical College
I was set to graduate high school in 2016 when I found out I was pregnant. That changed everything. My daughter was born in April 2016 -- a month before I graduated from high school. As a single mom, I knew I needed to support her. I started looking into the options available to me. This is my story of how I designed my future.