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What is the best field to work in when trying to become a welder?

My name is Keaton I'm from Rock Hill, and I'm hoping to become a welder when I get out of school but I'm wondering which field of work is the most enjoyable, and the most rewarding when becoming a welder.

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Keith’s Answer

Finish high school first and then look for a trade school locally that offers a welding program and apply. Complete the program and start your life as a trademan. Find an apprenticeship or mentorship to get some real experience in the field.
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Mack’s Answer

Hey Keaton,

Good input from Manny, Harry, and Keith.

If you are in the Rock Hill School District, check with the Applied Technology Center. Maybe even give them a call.
https://www.rock-hill.k12.sc.us/Domain/1390
803-981-1100

York Technical College has a welding program:
https://www.yorktech.edu/Welding-Technology/
(803) 981-7073

At either school, ask if you can talk to the welding instructor. You may have to set up an appointment even to get a phone conversation, but they should be pleased to give you some advice.

Also, check out this sort video to hear from a young man who seems to be enjoying his job as a welder in South Carolina:
https://www.scetv.org/stories/tags/your-path-your-journey

There is no question that there is a need for good, certified welders and the field is pretty broad. Good luck.
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Harry’s Answer

There is no real right or wrong answer to this question. You gravitate to where you see opportunity and where you feel lead. Structural steel welding is probably the most valued right now because of the construction market and the amount of buildings still being built and this is probably not going to change much. The second would probably be pressure pipe welding which is also much needed. And I would say that if you want to get extensive and very high pay is underwater welding. Experience and certification is key in any of these avenues. Get your high school diploma and then find a good trade school and enlist in their welding program. They can expose you to a lot of opportunity and direction that you may not have thought about.
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Manny’s Answer

If you choose welding for your career, I would choose a welding school in your town or area and study all the welding processes get the experience you need. pipe welding is also a popular field to get into. ASME Code welding is also a high-paying welding job, welding pressure vessels. start out as an apprentice and work your way up.
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