Welders work in a variety of work environments. They may work outdoors on construction sites, or indoors in production and repair shops. On jobs such as oilfield related welding, travel may be required. “Welding is carried out by the use of heat or pressure or both and with or without added metal.” (Elia L) There is some risk of injury involved in working with torches and hot metals, and working near the resulting sparks and toxic gases. Apprentices earn at least 55% of the prevailing journeyperson wage in the first period, 75% in the second and 80% in the third. Experienced Welders may advance to positions such as welding inspector, welding foreman or supervisor or plant supervisor. Some open their own repair shops or work as portable rig
