If you focus on non-destructive evaluation of welds on critical components such as those in aircraft and turbine engines, you can make a very nice living. With overtime and experience, a six figure income is possible.
Welding is a vocational career track that many people choose. If you have already decided upon a welding career then welding training school will provide you with the necessary academic and practical training. Many technology institutes also provide some career placement assistance.
For one to be a good welding inspector they must be hardworking, easy to deal with and pay attention to detail. While actual experience in the welding field is not always required, it is certainly helpful and some companies require it. For example, the company AWS requires those with at least a high school diploma and at least a year's worth of engineering coursework to have over 4 years of work experience.
This inspector has a reputation for being a harsh judge.
It would be good for you to go back to school in order to become certified. This will allow you to be able to get better jobs.
The prospects for welding jobs are pretty good. It all depends on which company you work for. There are many factories located in the U.S. that need local workers.
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The American Welding Society has a list of schools at www.aws.org.
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Yes heat resistant gloves are a good idea for welding though very thick leather welding gloves are most commonly used and safest. Global Industrial is good.
You will find great information on welding schools at www.weldingschools.com.