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Red Mountain Iron LLC

Ornamental Iron- Welder

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Welding /Fabricating experience preferred. Must have a valid Driver's License with clean driving history. Ornamental iron shop that does blacksmithing. Willing to train. Experience a plus. Must be ...

Darren Sternlieb Woodworking

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Ornamental Metal Fabricator

Setauket, NY · On-site

Responsibilities: - Fabricate and assemble custom ornamental millwork. - Weld, Grind and finish and detail metal components. - Work with Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel, Bronze and Brass ...

CK Metalworks

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Welder - Fabricator

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$52K - $72K/yr

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in custom metal fabrication, structural steel welding, and creating high-end ornamental railings, staircases, and custom metal products. This role ...

Future Fabricating

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Fabricator Welder

Warren, MI · On-site

$18 - $24.75/hr

Future Fabricating is an AISC certified commercial ornamental fabrication company. We provide ... Utilize hand and power tools, including MIG and TIG welding equipment, to fabricate metal ...

My Goodwill

Welding Technician

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

We are looking for candidates with at least one year of experience in welding and fabricating stairs, railings, awnings, and other custom ornamental/architectural metal work. MIG welding is the ...

Future Fence

Fabricator/Welder - Tig

Warren, MI · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

This role supports the production of high-quality ornamental and structural metal components. Duties / Responsibilities: * * Set up and operate welding and cutting equipment under supervision.

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How much do ornamental welding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for ornamental welding in the United States is $22.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is ornamental welding?

An Ornamental Welding job involves fabricating and assembling decorative metal structures, such as gates, railings, fences, and artistic installations. Welders in this field use various techniques, including MIG and TIG welding, to create aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound designs. They often work with materials like steel, iron, and aluminum while interpreting blueprints and client specifications. This role requires precision, creativity, and craftsmanship to produce high-quality ornamental metalwork.

What skills and qualifications are needed for ornamental welding?

To thrive as an Ornamental Welder, you need strong metalworking skills, proficiency in blueprint reading, and experience with various welding techniques such as TIG, MIG, and stick welding. Familiarity with specialized welding equipment, power tools, and safety certifications like OSHA or AWS are typically important. Creativity, attention to detail, and good communication skills help you excel in custom projects and collaborate with designers or clients. These abilities are crucial for producing high-quality, visually appealing metalwork that meets both structural and aesthetic standards.

What types of projects and materials do ornamental welders typically work with?

Ornamental welders commonly work on projects such as decorative gates, railings, fences, balconies, light fixtures, and custom metal art for residential and commercial environments. They typically use materials like steel, wrought iron, aluminum, brass, and occasionally specialty metals, depending on the design requirements. The work often involves interpreting detailed design drawings, fabricating custom pieces, and collaborating with clients, architects, or interior designers to achieve precise results. These projects require both technical expertise and a strong sense of aesthetics to meet clients' unique needs and ensure high-quality finishes.

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Ornamental Metal Fabricator

G & M ORNAMENTAL IRON WORK INC

Bartlett, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

METAL FABRICATION (ORNAMENTAL, ARCHITECTURAL AND SOME STRUCTURAL)

Full Time opening for a skilled and motivated fabricator/welder to fill a vacancy in our busy non union shop.

We are a high end Ornamental Metal Fabrication shop located in Bartlett, IL looking to grow our team. We fabricate a lot of custom railings, gates, fencing, stairs, doors and much more. We mainly use carbon steel but also have aluminum, stainless steel, bronze, and brass projects. We work on both residential and commercial projects.

Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of hand tools
  • Ability to understand oral and written instructions of a technical nature
  • Effective English reading and writing communication skills
  • Ability to operate different industrial tools, and to troubleshoot equipment problems
  • Good interpersonal and teamwork skills
  • Ability to lift in excess of fifty pounds
  • Ability to drive with a valid license when asked
  • Have prior experience in Ornamental Metal Fabrication and Installation
  • Layout projects, measure, cutting, sawing and bending
  • Welding experience or AWS certification
  • Hand Grinding experience
  • Plasma Cutting experience
  • Prepare, Fabricate and Weld various project

**We often hand forge items for projects, having prior experience is a plus