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What is the growth potential in the welding career path ?

I want to know if the welding career path has growth opportunities and longevity because I want a career I can continue pursuing for a long time, And what is the usual entry-level welding pay?

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Ed’s Answer

A trade is always a good idea to fall back on or as a career path. Firt try to register at a trade school if possible, if not like any trade on the job is another option but won’t guarantee you’re able to to learn with ALL basics there may be some gaps it depends on your journeymans knowledge and the work your doing. The last option is to join a local Union, you will be able to learn some class room time and in the field as an apprentice student. I personally have had a great experience as a NON-union tradesman although I may get paid less than a union worker, I always worked year round. High school might have welding program or auto shop which has some welding. But once you are a certified welder you can work in HVAC, underwater navy welders, in the auto industry and build or modify vehicles even in the commercial kitchen welding brazing stainless steel.
Finally as stated earlier a trade is a great idea in Hawaii an apprentice $18-$25 starting , journeyman $30-$50 per hour. Hope this helps, good luck!
Thank you comment icon Thank you so much! Enrique
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Joel’s Answer

Being a welder, for me, was a golden ticket to gain valuable experience while also funding my college education. It's a great strategy to alternate between work and university, especially if you're studying engineering. The experience you gain from welding dovetails nicely with an engineering degree. Even if you're not on the engineering track, welding is a skill that's always in high demand.

Starting off, you might find yourself assisting a seasoned welder while you learn the ropes. The pay for beginners is usually around $10 an hour, but don't let that discourage you. As you hone your skills and pass the welding test, you could see your hourly wage double or even triple!

Pair this with a university degree, and you might find yourself earning a six-figure salary in no time. It's a rewarding path that can lead to financial stability in a relatively short span.

Joel recommends the following next steps:

Investigate colleges in your area to see what you might be interested in that fit your level of competency - I started at a Junior college near my home.
Thank you comment icon Thank you, Joel for the advice. Enrique
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