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100K Welding Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Maintenance Mechanic

Montgomery, MN · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Onsite Role Type: Direct hire Compensation: $90k-$100k salary, plus up to 7.5% MBO bonus ... Experience with capital projects, seasonal production, welding, electrical, HVAC, or industrial ...

General Manager

Rochester, NY · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

WEEKLY PAY Payrate: $100k -$120k D.O.E General Manager Job Summary We are seeking a hands-on ... This role is responsible for managing a diverse team, including team leaders, welders, drivers ...

WEEKLY PAY Payrate: $100k -$120k D.O.E General Manager Job Summary We are seeking a hands-on ... This role is responsible for managing a diverse team, including team leaders, welders, drivers ...

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How much do 100k welding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for 100k welding in the United States is $22.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a 100k welding?

A 100K Welding job refers to high-paying welding positions that can earn $100,000 or more annually. These jobs are typically in specialized fields like underwater welding, pipeline welding, or aerospace welding, where skilled welders are in high demand. High salaries often come from working in hazardous conditions, remote locations, or requiring advanced certifications. Many of these roles involve long hours, overtime, or extensive travel. Proper training, experience, and certifications like those from the American Welding Society (AWS) can improve earning potential.

What kinds of projects or industries typically offer $100,000 or more annual pay for welders?

Welding roles that offer $100K or more typically exist in industries such as oil and gas, shipbuilding, industrial construction, and specialized manufacturing or repair sectors. These high-paying positions often involve traveling to remote job sites, working on large-scale or hazardous projects, or taking on assignments that require overtime, night shifts, or extended periods away from home. Welders may find themselves collaborating closely with engineers, project managers, and other skilled trades to complete critical infrastructure or complex fabrication tasks. The work environment is usually demanding but offers rewarding opportunities for those with advanced skills and certifications. Advancing to these roles often comes with experience, specialized training, and a proven track record of safety and reliability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the 100k welding position, and why are they important?

To excel in a 100K Welding position, you need advanced welding skills across multiple techniques (such as TIG, MIG, and Stick), a strong understanding of metal properties, and a high school diploma or technical certification. Proficiency in reading blueprints, operating specialized welding equipment, and often holding certifications like AWS (American Welding Society) are standard requirements. Strong attention to detail, safety consciousness, and effective teamwork make a welder stand out in demanding projects. These attributes are critical to ensure top-quality work, meet strict safety standards, and thrive in high-stakes, well-compensated welding roles.

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Infographic showing various 100K Welding job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $46,613 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

$25.75 - $31.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


Job description

SubsidiarySuperior Aluminum AlloysOverview

Annual Salary - 100k+

Maintain baghouses in accordance with plant policies & environmental regulations

Responsibilities
  • Operation and maintenance of several baghouses
  • Maintain CEM (Continuous Emission Monitoring)
  • Work with other departments/contractors to schedule and execute shutdown maintenance work
  • Drive all components of TCOS (Take Control of Safety) - High risk exposures, PSIF initiatives/management, etc.
  • Coverage for vacation and outages
Qualifications
  • Good understanding of electrical, pneumatics, preventative maintenance practices, MS Office
  • Must pass a mechanical aptitude test
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • A clear understanding and adherence to safety regulations
  • Basic math and reading skills
  • Self-directed, with attention to details
  • Ability to work in all types of weather conditions
  • Pass a Spiro exam / fit testing for a respirator
  • Ability to work from heights
  • Basic welding and machining experience
  • Strong teamwork focus

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers. 

Employment Type: FULL_TIME