Question by bigmeanie18: i need help i dont know what to do abt a new job?
im 20 im trying to get into welding.when i got out of high school in 2006 i went to adult night classes for welding which i did a awsome job in the welding classes.the problem im having is i cant seem to find a job as a welder i understand why these companys want people with experience but you have to start sum where to learn whaty you want to do.my mom suggested i go to a different school that would help me get a job after im done welding.but one problem i went and took a tore of the welding class the main teacher seemed to be alilttle to cockey like he thought he was the best in the world and if you screw up youll get punished for it and i have a really big additude problem where if you scream at me youll regret it the 1st adult school i went to the teacher works for esab which as everyone knows is a big welding company he told me he thinks i would do good rite now.i dont really want to waist 7 grand on going to school to learn everything i already know over again.i know how to mig and arc weld.any suggestions?i need help on what to do.go back to school or keep trying to find a new job.there also i a job fair coming to a baseball stadium in york pa this tuesday with a company that is looking for people and i know they need welders its voith hydro.any help im getting really miserable with my job now im getting to the point where i want to say i quit and never show my face there again.unless i need parts.
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Answer by Fred H
Welding jobs are available. You say that companies want experience.
You have experience – you trained in night school.
Call some smaller shops and ask to speak with owners. Try to get invitations to meet some owners. If successful in making these appointments, show up right on time and be happy for the ten or fifteen minutes they’ll give you.
Take samples of your work if you have them.
Your work pieces show what you can do and they divert the shop owner’s attention away from you – which is good because you’re going to be nervous.
A smaller shop will hire you because you will make money for them. Your work samples demonstrate your capabilities.
You can stay for 1-2 years (maybe longer) and maybe they’ll help you with certification if any is needed. As a welder, you may need additional preparation in print-reading, mathematics, other vocational, and general studies.
Afterwards, you can ‘move on’ to a big shop and make the big money if you choose – or you can start your own gig.
Just don’t quit your regular job right now.
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