I am a union pipe fitter/ welder. As a Union welder you have opportunities to work in your local area or travel around the country doing work. Depends on the company you work for and the type of work you do. There are lots of other benefits, and arguably some issues with unions. That’s a topic I us...

brandx1 wrote:Welcome! Just remember this, Weld every day and never ever stop learning!! Take every opportunity to learn something new each day!!

Absolutely! Thanks for the reply brandx1!

If you’re the type of personality who likes to “over think, complicate, and stress over decisions” then Union work should be your last choice. Too many Union jobs don’t pay for the quality weldors are capable of, don’t pay them enough to care, and too many of the really good welders leave for bette...

Don't worry about skipping a step. You learn for your entire career. The only people who do the wrong thing are the people who think they know it all. You can't and won't master everything at the same time but you can constantly learn and practise. Best, Mick Thanks for the reply Mick! I really app...

Hello! My name is Justyn. I am currently a junior enrolled in a Metal Fabrication and Welding program at my vocational high school. I became interested in welding over the years as my uncle would tell me stories of his days as a nuclear powerplant welder. I am very anxious of what could become of my...