Welder / Welding Technician in Indiana

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.

$43,719 IN Median Salary
3% Growth Rate
6 months–2 years Training

💰 Welder / Welding Technician Salary in Indiana

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

Entry
$34,000
Median
$43,719
Experienced
$70,000

🎓 Welder / Welding Technician Licensing in Indiana

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

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

🏫 Welder / Welding Technician Programs in Indiana

Community College
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Ivy Tech Community College - Indianapolis

📍 Indianapolis, IN

Indiana's statewide public community college system with 41+ locations. Nation's largest singly-accredited statewide com...

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Community College
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Ivy Tech Community College - Fort Wayne

📍 Fort Wayne, IN

Northeast Indiana campus serving Fort Wayne metropolitan area. Manufacturing and healthcare training aligned with major ...

Nursing (RN/LPN)Medical AssistingHVACWeldingElectrical Technology
Community College
⭐ 86

Ivy Tech Community College - South Bend/Elkhart

📍 South Bend, IN

Serving South Bend and Elkhart county, a major RV manufacturing hub. Automotive, welding, and manufacturing programs ali...

Nursing (RN/LPN)Medical AssistingSurgical TechnologyHVACWelding

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