Welding Foreman
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the median hourly wage for welders in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the median hourly wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers is $25.22 as of May 2026 data. Welders in manufacturing earn $26.15 per hour on average while those in construction receive $24.80 per hour. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate applies after 40 hours per week under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
What certifications and experience are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, welders must complete a high school diploma or equivalent plus a postsecondary welding program lasting 6 to 18 months. AWS Certified Welder credential and 2,000 hours of documented experience are required for most positions in structural welding. Employers in shipbuilding and aerospace require additional ASME Section IX qualifications.
What are the standard working hours and paid leave entitlements for welders in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, full-time welders work 40 hours per week with overtime required after 40 hours. Workers receive at least 10 paid holidays and accrue 10 days of paid sick leave annually under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act extensions. Union contracts in construction add 15 days of paid vacation after one year.
How are federal income taxes calculated on welder wages in the United States for 2026?
As per the Internal Revenue Service, welders earning $52,500 annually in 2026 pay 12% federal income tax on income between $11,601 and $47,150 plus 22% on the amount above $47,150. Social Security tax is withheld at 6.2% up to the $168,600 wage base. Employers must issue Form W-2 by January 31 each year.
