Entry Level Welder Helper Jobs
New grad welder helper jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or hands-on vocational training can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Construction & Real Estate, Energy, and Technology & Software, with employers like TIC - The Industrial Company, U-Haul, and BayCare Health System hiring at this level now.
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Requisition ID: 190934
Position Summary
Assist skilled craftsperson(s) by performing supportive duties as directed and will work under immediate supervision. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step.
Experience Level
Entry
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Learn to interpret drawings, sketches, software, plans and determine best work procedures, tools, equipment needed to troubleshoot and repair problems
- Assist skilled craftsman measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install electrical conduit; weld supports; install cable and duct banks; make terminations
- Assist with the installation of control and distribution apparatus and fastens in place
- Assist with the test and start up systems and continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components
- Observe functioning of installed equipment or system to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement
- May be required to pull wire through conduit; connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment
- Work with high and low voltage systems
- Assist with the disassembly and repair of defective electrical equipment or systems
- Learn to operate electrical and mechanical hand tools, power, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical tools
Qualifications
- May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
- Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools.
- Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing, fit-for-duty medical, and background check
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required
Work Setting & Job Requirements
- The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
- Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions
- Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required
- May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
- Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment
- May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site
- Must have required tools
- Must pass Fit For Duty Testing
- U.S. Driver's License may be required
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required
- Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing
About TIC
TIC – The Industrial Company is a leading industrial, power, marine and heavy civil contractor that builds some of the most complex projects across North America. As an employee-owned company, TIC is truly Powered by People. Our culture, focused on safety and people development, offers employees exciting, challenging and rewarding careers. Our services are diverse — and with our unique network of decentralized offices, backed by a multi-billion-dollar organization — we have the availability to tackle projects of any size within the energy marketplace. We offer more than a paycheck. In addition to competitive wages, employees receive access to award-winning training, paid time off (PTO) and full benefit packages— including health, dental and vision insurance and 401(k) retirement savings, complete with a company match program. We reward employees based on their performance and offer many opportunities for advancement.
If you want a career that will take you places, look no further. For more information on our current projects/job openings, or to apply online visit our website at: www.ticcraftjobs.com
Interested in our Craft opportunities? Give us a call!
Contact the Recruiting Craft Line at 877-772-7707 to learn more about current openings.
English: Select Option 4 — Human Resources, then Option 2 — Craft Jobs.
Español: Llama al mismo número y selecciona la opción 2 — Trabajos de oficio.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 190934
Position Summary
Assist skilled craftsperson(s) by performing supportive duties as directed and will work under immediate supervision. The level and degree of job responsibilities and requirements vary depending on months of experience and assigned job step.
Experience Level
Entry
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Learn to interpret drawings, sketches, software, plans and determine best work procedures, tools, equipment needed to troubleshoot and repair problems
- Assist skilled craftsman measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install electrical conduit; weld supports; install cable and duct banks; make terminations
- Assist with the installation of control and distribution apparatus and fastens in place
- Assist with the test and start up systems and continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components
- Observe functioning of installed equipment or system to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement
- May be required to pull wire through conduit; connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment
- Work with high and low voltage systems
- Assist with the disassembly and repair of defective electrical equipment or systems
- Learn to operate electrical and mechanical hand tools, power, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical tools
Qualifications
- May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
- Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools.
- Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing, fit-for-duty medical, and background check
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required
Work Setting & Job Requirements
- The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
- Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions
- Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required
- May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
- Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment
- May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site
- Must have required tools
- Must pass Fit For Duty Testing
- U.S. Driver's License may be required
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required
- Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing
About TIC
TIC – The Industrial Company is a leading industrial, power, marine and heavy civil contractor that builds some of the most complex projects across North America. As an employee-owned company, TIC is truly Powered by People. Our culture, focused on safety and people development, offers employees exciting, challenging and rewarding careers. Our services are diverse — and with our unique network of decentralized offices, backed by a multi-billion-dollar organization — we have the availability to tackle projects of any size within the energy marketplace. We offer more than a paycheck. In addition to competitive wages, employees receive access to award-winning training, paid time off (PTO) and full benefit packages— including health, dental and vision insurance and 401(k) retirement savings, complete with a company match program. We reward employees based on their performance and offer many opportunities for advancement.
If you want a career that will take you places, look no further. For more information on our current projects/job openings, or to apply online visit our website at: www.ticcraftjobs.com
Interested in our Craft opportunities? Give us a call!
Contact the Recruiting Craft Line at 877-772-7707 to learn more about current openings.
English: Select Option 4 — Human Resources, then Option 2 — Craft Jobs.
Español: Llama al mismo número y selecciona la opción 2 — Trabajos de oficio.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Entry Level Welder Helper Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level welder helper job?
Start by completing a welding vocational program, community college certificate, or trade school course to build foundational skills employers expect at the entry level. Hands-on experience from internships, apprenticeships, or shop classes strengthens your candidacy significantly. Highlight any safety training, familiarity with welding tools, and physical stamina in your resume, since these are the qualities entry level hiring managers look for most.
Which companies hire entry level welder helpers?
Companies hiring entry level welder helpers right now include TIC - The Industrial Company, U-Haul, and BayCare Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At the entry level, hiring tends to come from manufacturing facilities, fabrication shops, construction contractors, and industrial service firms that run structured on-the-job training programs for new hires.
Are there remote entry level welder helper jobs?
Yes, though remote options are limited given the hands-on nature of welding work. About 0% of entry level welder helper openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles typically involve inspection coordination, materials tracking, or shop floor support functions rather than direct welding tasks.
Are these new grad welder helper jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with zero to two years of experience. A new grad friendly posting typically notes that internship experience, vocational coursework, or a portfolio of shop projects counts in lieu of professional work history, making them accessible to candidates stepping into their first position.
Which industries hire the most entry level welder helpers?
Entry Level welder helper roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Energy, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent entry level hiring because they rely on steady production schedules, infrastructure projects, and equipment maintenance cycles that require additional support staff alongside experienced welders.