So I've been peeping on different ads online, and especially craigslist about finding a job
that is tig welding related which pretty much refers towards stainless steel,
and aluminum.

I have taken a 6 month tig welding course at the beginning of this year, and throughout
the course I can confidently admit that I am able to weld some pretty cool basic stuff.
I'm not saying that I can jump to the 40 G, or very thin aluminum welding, but based on
some of my 1/4 inch mild steel stuff I am doing fairly good for a noob.

Here is a thread I made last year that might relate to the subject:
https://honda-tech.com/forums/showth...3004933&page=2

What I'm pretty much looking for is a Tig Welding Job, or where should I start to begin with?

I don't have a problem welding, but all these jobs that I take a look at on various
ads online require you to read blueprints, and know what the different symbols mean.
As a prerequisite for welding, I was never given the chance to get comfortable with the
different signs, and blueprints that help you succeed in this business. I don't know how
my buddy did it, but he just got a job at a company known as flexible metals INC in
Atlanta, GA and his job doesn't require him reading any blueprints, just pure welding!

Where can I start looking, or what's the best place to look for and how can I make
an impression at an interview ? I know there's got to be vacant position here in
Chicago!

I'm getting ready to quit the automotive field, and go into the welding industry. I'm starting
to hate cars because of my job, and I don't want my hobby being ruined because I do
something every day.

 

when i took a welding class at a junior college they tought basic blue print reading. its really hard to find a welding job where i live. good luck. tell your buddy to put in a word for you.

 

Yeah I've put him down on almost all of my resumes.

Is welding what you do right now ?

 

Most of the time "blueprint reading a must" is just to thin the herd. Most places want people that can weld 2f, 3G on .063 and thicker. Usually when you go thinner is in aerospace. Depending on what type of job your looking for some people will like basic air tool, and fabrication experience. Don't let requirements online turn you away. I work in aerospace and the app said aluminum welding a must. The only aluminum I've done was for my weld test. I mainly do steel work. So what I say is apply for everything and anything. And if this is your first job don't worry to much on pay. As long as it pays more than McDonald's take it. First job isn't for pay it's for experience.

 

Aerospace, nice. What kind of stuff do you weld there ?

 

Aerospace = government = cant really talk about it publicly. But I weld thin (.027) inconel mainly, then some Ti and whatever else they throw my way.

 

Understandable.

Titanium ? Must be nice. Doesn't that stuff like crack if it gets too hot?

 

As long as you have gas Ti loves heat. But dont try welding Ti to other metals, itll destroy its self (sort to speak).

 

Gotcha!

Just got a call today from a place that is hiring here close to my city. I live in the city
of chicago, and there is a guy that's hiring in Wisconsin. Well, here is the catch ...

It is about 50-60 miles away from where I live, but the job consists of traveling around
nationwide, performing Tig Welds. I think I am going to give this a try and see how it
goes. He said more positions will be open in October for Entry Level Tig Welders. As of
now, he is looking for experts in the pipe fitters department in which have well
developed experience over the years.

 

Try the interview. If anything you have experience interviewing, and if he likes you enough hell remember you. Happened to a friend of mine, interviewed for a job that wasnt open, they opened the position for him. Good luck!

 

He a actually kinda lIke's me to begin with. I guess I made a good impression over the
Phone so my guess is I am waiting on openings in October. At the moment he
Really wants some pipe fitters or experienced guys.

And thank you btw.