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Keston
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Why do welders get paid more for traveling?
I want to know this because they make a larger amount then shop welders.
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James Constantine Frangos
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Good Day Keston!
Why Welders Get More Pay Travel Money
Welders earn more due to their travel money because of the following factors:-
Specialization: Specialized welding skills and certifications are highly valued by employers, leading to higher pay.
High Demand: Welders are in high demand across various industries, which drives up salaries.
Travel: Traveling welders often work on projects that require specialized welding skills in diverse settings, which is in high demand.
High Pay: The average annual salary for welders is $48,940, with the potential to earn six-figure salaries for those with specialized skills and certifications.
Risk and Rewards: The risks associated with welding jobs, such as working on oil rigs or in pipeline construction, can lead to higher pay.
Welders who travel for work often earn more than those who work locally, as they are required to meet the same education and training requirements but also need to possess specific certifications and experience.
GOD BLESS!
Why Welders Get More Pay Travel Money
Welders earn more due to their travel money because of the following factors:-
Specialization: Specialized welding skills and certifications are highly valued by employers, leading to higher pay.
High Demand: Welders are in high demand across various industries, which drives up salaries.
Travel: Traveling welders often work on projects that require specialized welding skills in diverse settings, which is in high demand.
High Pay: The average annual salary for welders is $48,940, with the potential to earn six-figure salaries for those with specialized skills and certifications.
Risk and Rewards: The risks associated with welding jobs, such as working on oil rigs or in pipeline construction, can lead to higher pay.
Welders who travel for work often earn more than those who work locally, as they are required to meet the same education and training requirements but also need to possess specific certifications and experience.
GOD BLESS!
Tony Ramos
I am a Mechanical Integrity Inspector in where I conduct visual inspections on process piping and pressure vessels, which but limited to their welds and components.
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It can vary for several reasons, but the main one is because usually when you travel you get per-diem, which could be from $150 per day, depending on the contract.
Joel Sprague
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Rig welders often earn more per hour than shop welders, but running a welding rig comes with extra risks and costs, like buying a truck, insurance, tools, and covering travel expenses. There are three main types of rig welders, each with different earning potentials:
1) Pipeline rig welders work on oil and gas pipelines across the country. This job usually involves more travel and risk, but it's a top-tier position. You'll need to pass a test and all welds are thoroughly checked. You might travel from Texas to Montana for a project, and if you don't pass the test, you return home with travel expenses.
2) Oilfield rig welders handle maintenance and repairs on drilling rigs and tools. If you live in or move to an area with lots of drilling activity, you can stay busy with less travel and lower expenses. Testing is generally not needed unless working on high-pressure equipment.
3) Utility rig welders focus on farm and fence welding, repairing construction equipment, and building structures. Most of the time, you won't need to pass a test unless it's for bridge work or specific structural projects. You can work close to home.
1) Pipeline rig welders work on oil and gas pipelines across the country. This job usually involves more travel and risk, but it's a top-tier position. You'll need to pass a test and all welds are thoroughly checked. You might travel from Texas to Montana for a project, and if you don't pass the test, you return home with travel expenses.
2) Oilfield rig welders handle maintenance and repairs on drilling rigs and tools. If you live in or move to an area with lots of drilling activity, you can stay busy with less travel and lower expenses. Testing is generally not needed unless working on high-pressure equipment.
3) Utility rig welders focus on farm and fence welding, repairing construction equipment, and building structures. Most of the time, you won't need to pass a test unless it's for bridge work or specific structural projects. You can work close to home.
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Keston,
Traveling welders usually earn more than those working in shops because their jobs involve extra costs, risks, and sacrifices. For instance, welders in the oil and gas industry often work in dangerous or remote places like oil rigs and pipelines. Since mistakes can be costly and life-threatening, companies pay more for these skilled welders. Traveling welders also have to cover expenses for transportation, lodging, and meals. To help with these costs, employers often offer per diem pay or higher wages. These welders might spend weeks or months away from their families, living at job sites or moving between projects. The extra pay also compensates for this time away. Many traveling welding jobs require advanced certifications, which are rare and increase demand, leading to higher wages.
Traveling welders usually earn more than those working in shops because their jobs involve extra costs, risks, and sacrifices. For instance, welders in the oil and gas industry often work in dangerous or remote places like oil rigs and pipelines. Since mistakes can be costly and life-threatening, companies pay more for these skilled welders. Traveling welders also have to cover expenses for transportation, lodging, and meals. To help with these costs, employers often offer per diem pay or higher wages. These welders might spend weeks or months away from their families, living at job sites or moving between projects. The extra pay also compensates for this time away. Many traveling welding jobs require advanced certifications, which are rare and increase demand, leading to higher wages.