Welder / Welding Technician in Rhode Island

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.

$44,189 RI Median Salary
3% Growth Rate
6 months–2 years Training

💰 Welder / Welding Technician Salary in Rhode Island

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

Entry
$34,000
Median
$44,189
Experienced
$70,000

🎓 Welder / Welding Technician Licensing in Rhode Island

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

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

🏫 Welder / Welding Technician Programs in Rhode Island

Community College
⭐ 93

Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI)

📍 Warwick, RI

RI's only public community college. 200+ degree/certificate programs across 6 locations (Warwick, Lincoln, Providence, N...

Nursing (RN)Dental AssistingMedical Laboratory TechnologyRadiographyRespiratory Therapy
Technical College
⭐ 85

New England Institute of Technology (NEIT)

📍 East Greenwich, RI

Private nonprofit technical university offering associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees in 50+ programs. Strong indu...

NursingMedical AssistingSurgical TechnologyAutomotive TechnologyHVAC
Vocational School
⭐ 82

Lincoln Tech - Lincoln (Providence area)

📍 Lincoln, RI

Located near Providence, Pawtucket, and Warwick. Six vocational programs with hands-on labs and employer connections acr...

HVACElectrical/ElectronicsMedical AssistingPractical Nursing (LPN)Dental Assisting

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