Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
SOC Code: 51-4122 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Set up, operate, or tend welding, soldering, or brazing machines or robots that weld, braze, solder, or heat treat metal products, components, or assemblies. Includes workers who operate laser cutters or laser-beam machines.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $44,678 | $58,843 | $72,987 | $87,152 |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $58,594 | $67,475 | $76,378 | $85,259 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA | $58,594 | $67,475 | $76,378 | $85,259 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $58,594 | $67,475 | $76,378 | $85,259 |
| Bellingham, WA | $58,594 | $67,475 | $76,378 | $85,259 |
| Anchorage, AK | $58,573 | $67,330 | $76,086 | $84,843 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $61,402 | $68,931 | $76,482 | $84,011 |
| Fairbanks-College, AK | $61,485 | $68,973 | $76,482 | $83,970 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $61,048 | $68,557 | $76,066 | $83,574 |
| Alaska nonmetropolitan area | $61,734 | $68,973 | $76,211 | $83,450 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 3.4 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.2 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.8 | |
| Active Learning | 2.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Production and Processing | 3.8 |
| Administration and Management | 3.5 |
| Design | 3.1 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.9 |
| English Language | 2.8 |
| Mechanical | 2.8 |
| Engineering and Technology | 2.7 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 2.7 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Some college | 35.8% |
| High school diploma | 32.0% |
| Less than high school | 21.8% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 10.4% |
Typical Tasks
- Turn and press knobs and buttons or enter operating instructions into computers to adjust and start welding machines.
- Set up, operate, or tend welding machines that join or bond components to fabricate metal products or assemblies.
- Give directions to other workers regarding machine set-up and use.
- Correct problems by adjusting controls or by stopping machines and opening holding devices.
- Inspect, measure, or test completed metal workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using measuring and testing devices.
- Record operational information on specified production reports.
- Read blueprints, work orders, or production schedules to determine product or job instructions or specifications.
- Assemble, align, and clamp workpieces into holding fixtures to bond, heat-treat, or solder fabricated metal components.
Technology Skills
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