How much does a Welder I make in Oregon? The average Welder I salary in Oregon is $47,865 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $42,591 and $54,823. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Welder I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Welder I Salary $37,790 OR April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Welder I Salary $42,591 OR April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Welder I Salary $47,865 OR April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Welder I Salary $54,823 OR April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Welder I Salary $61,157 OR April 24, 2024
25% $42,591 10% $37,790 90% $61,157 75% $54,823 $47,865 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Welder I need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Leadership: Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.

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Preventative Maintenance: Developing and implementing maintenance strategies to increase equipment life expectancy and avoid unplanned downtime.

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Building Maintenance: Maintaining, restoring, and improving the functionality of the building to ensure a safe, functional, and comfortable environment.

Leadership 9.78%
Preventative Maintenance 2.71%
Building Maintenance 0.9%
Others 86.61%

Job Description for Welder I

Welder I joins, fabricates, and repairs metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques. Interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams or schematics to determine appropriate welding process. Being a Welder I inspects completed welds to determine structural soundness. Familiar with and complies with all safety requirements and protocols for working in a hazardous environment. Additionally, Welder I may prepare the materials and set up for a welding device or robot. May be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Welder I works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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  • Description. Candidate will be doing production welding using .045 hardwire and .052 Fluxcore/Metal core wire on steel ranging from 3/16 inch to 1/4 inch. ...
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  • Description. Tradesmen International. is looking to expand our team of qualified Trade Professionals for current & future projects in and around. Medford, ...
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  • Now hiring Welders in Tualatin. Trillium Construction is now seeking Apprentice through Journeyman level Welders for work starting ASAP. The pay rate is $2...
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Location Clackamas, OR Avg. Salary $48,996 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Oregon City, OR Avg. Salary $48,902 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adams, OR Avg. Salary $49,561 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adel, OR Avg. Salary $46,499 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adrian, OR Avg. Salary $43,107 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Agness, OR Avg. Salary $46,499 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Albany, OR Avg. Salary $46,782 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Allegany, OR Avg. Salary $46,593 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alsea, OR Avg. Salary $46,640 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alvadore, OR Avg. Salary $47,159 Date Updated April 24, 2024

Career Path for Welder I

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Welder I, the upper level is Welder II and then progresses to Welder III.

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