Welding Jobs
Welding jobs, including shipyards, manufacturing plants, and industrial facilities
Welder Job Responsibilities
Welders are essential in fabrication and construction, joining metal components with precision and strength. Welding jobs are in demand across shipbuilding, aerospace, automotive, oil & gas, and infrastructure sectors. Typical responsibilities include:
- Interpreting blueprints, specifications, and work orders to determine welding requirements
- Operating welding equipment such as MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux-Cored arc welders
- Laying out, cutting, fitting, and welding metal to form structural and mechanical components
- Inspecting completed welds for defects and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards
- Utilizing measuring devices like calipers and micrometers to confirm weld dimensions
- Performing repairs on worn or damaged metal parts through welding or metal overlay techniques
- Following OSHA and jobsite safety protocols, including PPE usage and fire prevention
- Working with boilermakers, pipefitters, and fabricators in high-output industrial environments
- Assisting in the fabrication of pressure vessels, tanks, structural beams, and marine components
Required Education and Certifications
Welders may enter the trade with varying educational paths, but most roles demand some technical training and certifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Vocational Training: Completion of welding programs from trade schools or community colleges
- Welding Certifications: Commonly from the American Welding Society (AWS), such as:
- Certified Welder (CW)
- Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
- Certifications specific to MIG, TIG, and pipe welding
- OSHA 10/30 Certification: Preferred for welders on industrial job sites
- TWIC Card: Required for marine and shipyard jobs involving secure locations
- NDT Familiarity (optional): Knowledge of non-destructive testing for quality assurance
Welding Key Skills
CTR Group connects clients with highly skilled welders who bring technical precision, physical endurance, and strict safety awareness to every project. Core skills include:
- Welding Expertise: MIG, TIG, Stick, and FCAW across multiple alloys and metals
- Blueprint and Technical Drawing Interpretation
- Metal Fabrication and Assembly
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Identifying flaws or inconsistencies in welds
- Attention to Detail: Maintaining high standards in precision welding
- Manual Dexterity & Physical Strength: Working in tight spaces or elevated positions
- Safety Compliance: Deep understanding of welding codes, PPE, and jobsite safety
- Adaptability: Ability to work in varied environments, from shipyards to factories
Frequently Asked Questions
CTR Group places welders in shipbuilding, manufacturing, refineries, defense, construction, and infrastructure across Virginia and the Southeastern U.S.
Most positions require at least one AWS certification. Some jobs (e.g., shipyard or pipe welding) may require multiple qualifications and testing.
We recruit for structural welders, pipe welders, combo welders, marine welders, fabrication specialists, and welding supervisors.
Yes. Welders must often lift heavy materials, work in awkward positions, and endure hot environments.
Yes. CTR frequently works with junior welders and those coming out of training programs to place them in entry-level roles and apprenticeships.
In many cases, welders must complete on-site weld tests or submit certifications to ensure skill and safety compliance.
Testimonials
CTR Corp has provided Oceaneering with excellent service. I am confident that when we get in a recruiting crunch, we can rely on CTR.
CTR has always helped me to find a job when I needed it. They are a good staffing company to help with employment, and keep you working.
I have worked for CTR for the last 5 and a half years. It’s been a great experience, and they’re great people that really care about the employees and go the extra mile to make sure you stay employed.
CTR has been instrumental in our success by consistently providing us with candidates possessing the skill sets that we require frequently on short notice.
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