Welder / Welding Technician in Georgia

Welders fuse metal together using heat and electricity to build everything from bridges and pipelines to aircraft and auto frames. Certified underwater welders and pipeline welders can earn $100K–$200K+. It's pure craftsmanship that never goes offshore.

$50,770 GA Median Salary
3% Growth Rate
6 months–2 years Training

💰 Welder / Welding Technician Salary in Georgia

Estimated salary range for Welder / Welding Technicians in Georgia, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$34,000
Median
$50,770
Experienced
$70,000

🎓 Welder / Welding Technician Licensing in Georgia

Credential required: AWS Certified Welder (CW) — industry standard

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Georgia state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Welder / Welding Technician Programs in Georgia

Public Technical College
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Georgia Piedmont Technical College

📍 Clarkston, GA

Part of Georgia's Technical College System (TCSG) serving DeKalb and Rockdale counties in metro Atlanta. Highly affordab...

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Public Technical College
⭐ 90

Atlanta Technical College

📍 Atlanta, GA

Downtown Atlanta technical college with an outstanding reputation for healthcare and trades training at TCSG rates....

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Public Technical College
⭐ 89

Central Georgia Technical College

📍 Macon, GA

Serving Central Georgia's workforce needs across multiple campuses. Strong in allied health and automotive technology....

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