Use hand-welding, flame-cutting, hand soldering, or brazing equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products.
Arc Welder
2
Cutting Torch Operator
7
Pipe Welder
3
Sub Arc Operator
1
Welder Fitter
1
Wire Welder
2
2012: 1,530 2014: 1,560
New: 10
Replacement: 40
(Total: 50)
Minimum education:
High school diploma or equivalent
Work experience:
None
On-the-job training:
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Education level achieved by workers
Sources: New York State Department of Labor, U.S. Department of Labor.