What Welders Love About Their Jobs

January 01, 2022Skilled Trades

One of the most rewarding things in life is finding a job you love. According to the World Happiness Report, people who report high job satisfaction also report being happier. If you’re looking for a career that can contribute to your own happiness, you may want to consider welding. 

Welding is the art and science of joining metal. The skill is sought after in a wide variety of industries. Many of our students who complete the welding program at All-State Career say they love their job, and they provide several reasons. 

A Quick Career Path

Jobs that require a college degree can mean years of schooling and loads of tuition. Welding programs, however, can be completed in a much shorter period of time. While there is some traditional classroom instruction in a welding program, students spend a considerable amount of time learning the hands-on skills they need. Welding students can get started on their new career path in less time than they think. 

Erik W., a welding student at All-State Career, chose welding because he could be on a fast track to a career. 

Opportunities

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of welders is projected to grow over the next decade. Welding is an important skill needed to help rebuild bridges, highways, and buildings, and the government’s commitment to improving the country’s infrastructure could provide opportunities for welders. 

Ronald H., a welding graduate from Pennsylvania, says he chose welding to find new opportunities—including moving to the south to work at a shipyard and escape the snow! 

Job Variety

Several industries hire welders, which means that as a welder you can enjoy a variety of interesting work or choose to specialize in one that is particularly interesting to you. For example, you can work for engineering, construction, robotics, manufacturing, and maintenance companies. You can also travel to new places and become a “road warrior,” working on cruise liners, doing underwater pipeline work, or even working for racing team pit crews. 

“Welders build bridges, they build signs, they build houses,” says Erik. “That's something that I want to be a part of.” 

Challenging and Rewarding Work

Successful welders are people who like to be physically active and involved. There is no sitting behind a desk as a welder.  But you get to see the results of your effort in tangible items, like ships, aircraft, bridges, and tunnels. Working with your hands to make something that helps improve the lives of others can be very rewarding. 

“I learned that I like to be meticulous,” says Erik. “So much goes into welding. It's not just trying to stick two things together. You learn that certain welds hold certain percentages and certain pounds of pressure. You learn that the metal itself will break before the weld breaks. It’s wonderful.” 

And unlike office jobs, you won’t bring work home with you. When it’s quitting time, you can leave the job behind and enjoy the greater work/life balance. 

Ready to get started? If you think a welding career will be one you would love, too, All-State Career can put you on the path. Click here for more information or call us today at (855) 834-4580 and speak to one of our career counselors.