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So im just wondering about gettin a job in the near future, and im currently in school going for my associates in applied science (welding) and i have not finished the degree yet, mostly missing the academics for the degree tho. so ive done mig fillet in all postions. tig fillet all postions. stick fillet and full penitration in all postions. passed my plate test on plate and doing stick pipe 1,2,5,6 g this semester. I have done a lil FC and spray arc but not a whole lot.  i plan to finish up when i go to TX. But for now, like i said my question is would i be looking at any jobs chances with what i have now?All postions being flat,horizontal,vertical, horizontal overhead, direct overhead
Reply:Any of the large Construction Co.'s around the ship channel in Houston, would hire you.  JGSMAW,GMAW,FCAW,GTAW,SAW,PAC/PAW/OFCand Shielding Gases.  There all here. :
Reply:good way to get your foot in the door at most companies, you can prove you can weld all position at least somewhat, are certifiable and reliable.I'm actually looking for a TIG welder like that, fresh out of an A.A degree. We need someone very soon though.
Reply:Thanks for the help. And yea  my main thing is just not doing some of the welds in a while. ive done all the things i said very well, but its not like i have a lot of experience so it take a few times to get it back down in the grove ya know
Reply:What pay do you look at getting working with larger construction companies? Originally Posted by weldgaultAny of the large Construction Co.'s around the ship channel in Houston, would hire you.  JG
Reply:I'd suggest using "spell checker" or having someone look over your resume before submitting it to a company.No substitute for edumacation.Syncro 250 DX Dynasty 200 DXMM 251 w/30A SG XMT 304 w/714 Feeder & Optima PulserHH187Dialarc 250 AC/DCHypertherm PM 1250Smith, Harris, Victor O/ASmith and Thermco Gas MixersAccess to a full fab shop with CNC Plasma, Water Jet, etc.
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Reply:Originally Posted by Metarinkagood way to get your foot in the door at most companies, you can prove you can weld all position at least somewhat, are certifiable and reliable.I'm actually looking for a TIG welder like that, fresh out of an A.A degree. We need someone very soon though.