Company
MTL IRONWORKS
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job type
Full-time
Salary
30–45 an hour
Posted
17 hours ago
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Job description
We are MTL - a metalworking job shop. Our main product offerings tend to be architectural stairways, railings, fences, canopies, pergolas, commercial buildings and related elements.
A lead fabricator in our company would have minimum 7 years experience with all of the following:
• Managing the safety of yourself and associate/junior fabricators in the shop and in the field
• Delivering results while working with deadlines
• Quality control
• Fitting and assembly
• Welding (all positions, mig/tig/stick, carbon/stainless/al)
• Installing/erection of finished product
• Finishing (grinding/polishing/patina/paint)
• Processing stock lengths of metal into single parts using various machines and tools
And would also possess:
• A valid drivers license and clean driving record
• D1.1 certification
• OSHA30 safety certification
This position also requires the ability to, and lift and carry objects up to 80 lbs, and work at height.
We offer:
• Competitive salary
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Health benefits
• Performance based bonuses
• 10 hour/4 day work week
• 401k
Please reply with cover letter, resume, and 3 references.
Company DescriptionWe are a small but swift company consisting of tightly knit group of highly motivated people who believe that learning, pulling your weight, taking pride in your work, and looking out for each other are the most important ways to continue to grow as individuals, and as a company.
If you share this perspective, we can offer:
Competitive salary
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Health benefits
10 hr day / 4 day week
A lead fabricator in our company would have minimum 7 years experience with all of the following:
• Managing the safety of yourself and associate/junior fabricators in the shop and in the field
• Delivering results while working with deadlines
• Quality control
• Fitting and assembly
• Welding (all positions, mig/tig/stick, carbon/stainless/al)
• Installing/erection of finished product
• Finishing (grinding/polishing/patina/paint)
• Processing stock lengths of metal into single parts using various machines and tools
And would also possess:
• A valid drivers license and clean driving record
• D1.1 certification
• OSHA30 safety certification
This position also requires the ability to, and lift and carry objects up to 80 lbs, and work at height.
We offer:
• Competitive salary
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Health benefits
• Performance based bonuses
• 10 hour/4 day work week
• 401k
Please reply with cover letter, resume, and 3 references.
Company DescriptionWe are a small but swift company consisting of tightly knit group of highly motivated people who believe that learning, pulling your weight, taking pride in your work, and looking out for each other are the most important ways to continue to grow as individuals, and as a company.
If you share this perspective, we can offer:
Competitive salary
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Health benefits
10 hr day / 4 day week
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Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States
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What is the starting salary for entry-level welder jobs in the US in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the 10th percentile annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers at $38,700, or $18.60 per hour, as projected for 2026. Most entry-level positions require on-the-job training and pay between $18.60 and $22.00 per hour depending on location. Overtime pay is at least 1.5 times the regular rate over 40 hours per week.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What work visa do I need as a foreign welder to work in the US in 2026?
Foreign welders can apply for H-2B temporary non-agricultural work visas, requiring a temporary labor certification from DOL valid for up to 12 months. USCIS approves H-2B petitions with a FY2026 cap of 68,500 visas after exemptions. Employers must prove no US workers available and pay prevailing wage of at least $24.50 per hour.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
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What education and experience do I need to qualify for welder jobs in 2026?
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, plus 3 to 6 months of on-the-job training or a DOL-registered apprenticeship program lasting 1-2 years. No college degree is needed, but 1-2 years of experience boosts hiring chances. About 49,800 annual openings are projected through 2033 for qualified candidates.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What documents are required to apply for welder jobs through US government programs?
Submit a resume, high school diploma, proof of apprenticeship completion via DOL Registered Apprenticeship ID, and AWS certification if held. For federal contractor jobs, include Form ETA-9062 for compliance. Applications via Apprenticeship.gov require SSN and training hours log.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration