Jason Buchanan

has experience as a journeyman and welder, working for Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, Sierra Nevada Brewing and Starbucks Coffee. He now enjoys working as a Welding instructor at Lyndon B. Johnson Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center because he can help shape young minds of the future. 

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Welding

Welding

On the job you will …

  • Join metals using a variety of techniques and processes 
  • Read blueprints, work orders or production schedules to determine product or job instructions or specifications 
  • Inspect, measure or test completed metalwork pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using measuring and testing devices 

Some of the career options you will have ...

Most Welding Job Corps graduates go on to work for manufacturing companies, construction, wholesale trade or repair shops. 

Students should also consider pursuing the Advanced Welding training area and other Advanced Training programs at Job Corps as part of their career pathway.

The credentials you will earn ...

In the Welding program, you can earn industry-recognized credentials from such organizations as: 

  • American Welding Society (AWS) 
  • National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) 

Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program.

What you’ll need to start training ...

  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent  
  • Completion of all introductory and career preparation courses  
  • Passing scores on all written and performance tests  
  • Meet academic (math and reading) requirements 
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National Rate Max Value
71,240
Industry

Advanced Manufacturing

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Welders join metals using a variety of techniques and processes.

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50,336
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40,518
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