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Alstom

Entry Level Arc Welder 1

Hornell, NY · On-site

$27.45/hr

... Entry Level - Arc Welder CBS Alstom Level: Undeployed Pay Rate: $27.45/hour Function ... High School Diploma, 2 year vocational degree or equivalent welding certificate with experience ...

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SURE STEEL INC

Specialty - Welder I

Sunland Park, NM

$25 - $30/hr

The Welder I at Sure Steel, Inc. is an entry-level position responsible for performing basic ... of a certified welding program or vocational training in welding is preferred. - Previous ...

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Welder I Midwest

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

$24 - $34/hr

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Sure Steel, Inc.

Specialty - Welder I

Sunland Park, NM · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

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SURE STEEL INC

Welder I Midwest

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

$24 - $34/hr

The Welder I at Sure Steel, Inc. is an entry-level position responsible for performing basic ... of a certified welding program or vocational training in welding is preferred. - Previous ...

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Newport News, VA

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Steel Craft

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Hartford, WI

$23 - $29/hr

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Millerbernd Manufacturing

Welder 1

Winsted, MN · On-site

$23.06 - $27.03/hr

We are looking for a Welder 1 (more of an entry-level MIG Welder) to join our team. A Welder 1 is ... Must be AWS GMAW certified * Welders employed with Millerbernd will have the opportunity to ...

Dongwon Autopart Tech

Welder

Hogansville, GA · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

We are looking for a motivated Entry-Level Aluminum Welder to join our team. This role is ideal for ... Welding certification or trade school coursework * Manufacturing or fabrication shop experience 1st ...

Carolina Heavy Steel

Welder

Ridgeville, SC · On-site

$19.25 - $25.50/hr

Tier Qualifications Welder I * Entry-level welding experience or completion of a welding program ... Welding training, certification, or relevant work experience preferred. * Ability to pass a company ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level certified welder in the United States is $23.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $26.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectEntry Level Certified WelderApprentice Welder
CertificationsOften requires certification (e.g., AWS Certified Welder)Typically in training, may not have certification yet
Work EnvironmentIndustrial, construction, manufacturing settingsTraining sites, on-the-job learning environments
Employer & Industry UsageHired as skilled workers in various industriesLearning role, supervised by experienced welders
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for qualified, certified welding rolesSeeking entry-level training or apprenticeship opportunities

In summary, an Entry Level Certified Welder has completed certification requirements and can perform welding tasks independently, while an Apprentice Welder is in training, gaining skills under supervision. Certifications distinguish the two, with certified welders being more experienced and qualified for independent work.

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Entry Level Arc Welder 1

Alstom

Hornell, NY • On-site

$27.45/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Alstom rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 49 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

266th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars

Job title: Entry Level - Arc Welder CBS


Alstom Level: Undeployed

Pay Rate: $27.45/hour


Function:
Manufacturing Plant #4


Mission
Responsibilities:
The ability to execute secondary structure welding operations for rail vehicle manufacturing.
Must be capable of learning to operate all welding machines including GMAW , GTAW and Resistance Spot Welders.
Must have working knowledge of material properties, methods and basic set-up, verification, adjustment, operation of the welding equipment and hand tools (grinding and cutting).
Must be able to read blueprints or work instructions, set-up of jigs and fixtures, comprehend the associated welding symbols and welding sequence.
Must have working knowledge and ability to safely use a variety of hand and power tools
Must have ability to work in a safe manner compliant with all Alstom Zero Deviation Procedures and Environmental, Health and Safety regulations and guidelines
Ability to learn to weld different types of materials (e.g. carbon steel, stainless steel) and pass applicable welder evaluation Entry Level tests.
Effectively communicate with Supervision, Level A welders, Engineering Department and the Quality Department discussing design changes or material changes
Must be adaptable - accepting different work assignments - maintain a clean working environment
The ability to Listen, Learn and comprehend from experienced welders to achieve all company and customer requirements.
Assist in new process development and troubleshooting of products.
The ability to utilize digital technology in day to day work responsibilities
Ability to obtain or has external certifications AWS/ANST or equivalent
Ability to inspect arc or spot welded weldments per the appropriate acceptance criteria and perform dimensional measurements to ensure conformance with specification.
Acceptable hand/eye coordination and ability to pass visual acuity test
Any and all other responsibilities, in addition to those mentioned above, as assigned by supervisor/manager. Any interpretation/clarification with responsibilities above will be settled by the supervisor/manager. This list of responsibilities is not all inclusive and may change, be added to or deleted from any time


Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma, 2 year vocational degree or equivalent welding certificate with experience


Experience:
Less than 2 years

Technical competencies & behaviour:
-Automatic/hand operated burning equipment
-Welding processes & machines GMAW / GTAW
-Blueprints
-Weld symbols
-Hand/power tools
-Adaptability
-Customer focus
-Accepts feedback and applies
-Offers feedback to leadership
-Cascades given feedback to other team members
-Fabrication and application of jigs/ Mechanical Principles and experience
-Ability to follow Instruction and order of operations with strong attention to detail

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