How much does a Welder I make in Missouri? The average Welder I salary in Missouri is $44,897 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $39,950 and $51,423. 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 $35,446 MO April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Welder I Salary $39,950 MO April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Welder I Salary $44,897 MO April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Welder I Salary $51,423 MO April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Welder I Salary $57,365 MO April 24, 2024
25% $39,950 10% $35,446 90% $57,365 75% $51,423 $44,897 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Smithfield Foods - Martin City, MO

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804 Technology - St. Peters, MO

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Dairy Farmers of America - Perryville, MO

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

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

Leadership 9.78%
Building Maintenance 0.9%
Preventative Maintenance 2.71%
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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Location Saint Peters, MO Avg. Salary $45,745 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adrian, MO Avg. Salary $45,698 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Advance, MO Avg. Salary $45,745 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Agency, MO Avg. Salary $45,698 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alba, MO Avg. Salary $41,976 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Albany, MO Avg. Salary $45,698 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Aldrich, MO Avg. Salary $41,976 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alexandria, MO Avg. Salary $44,238 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Allendale, MO Avg. Salary $45,274 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Allenton, MO Avg. Salary $45,745 Date Updated April 24, 2024

Career Path for Welder I

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

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