Working as a welder means you are working building working with your hands to put two pieces of metal together. The applications of welding are endless, from artistic to underwater working as a welder means being a part of a team creating something that wasn’t there before.
In this installment of Working in Science, we talk to professional welder Kodey Jones who currently works in the US Navy as a welder and shop foreman. Kodey has over 9 years of experience in welding, and he shares an inside look at his profession.
Watch the video to hear his take on what being a welder looks like, his favorite adrenaline-pumping parts of the job, welding salary, and advice for getting a welding job.
| Quick Facts: Welders | |
|---|---|
| 2015 Median Pay | $38,150 per year $18.34 per hour |
| Typical Entry-Level Education | High school diploma or equivalent. Associates degree encouraged. |
| On-the-job Training | Moderate-term on-the-job training |
| Number of Jobs, 2014 | 397,900 |
| Job Outlook, 2014-24 | 4% (Slower than average) |
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