Welder / Welding Technician in South Carolina

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.

$51,711 SC Median Salary
3% Growth Rate
6 months–2 years Training

💰 Welder / Welding Technician Salary in South Carolina

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

Entry
$34,000
Median
$51,711
Experienced
$70,000

🎓 Welder / Welding Technician Licensing in South Carolina

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

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

🏫 Welder / Welding Technician Programs in South Carolina

Technical College
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Greenville Technical College

📍 Greenville, SC

Largest technical college in South Carolina. Comprehensive programs spanning healthcare, trades, technology, and culinar...

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Technical College
⭐ 91

Trident Technical College

📍 Charleston, SC

Serves the greater Charleston metro. Multi-campus system with one of the most diverse program offerings in the SC Tech s...

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNDental HygieneRadiologic TechnologySurgical Technology
Technical College
⭐ 90

Midlands Technical College

📍 Columbia, SC

Largest technical college in the Columbia metro area. Strong allied health and workforce programs for the state capital ...

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNDental HygieneRadiologic TechnologyMedical Laboratory Technology

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