Welder / Welding Technician in Wisconsin

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.

$50,300 WI Median Salary
3% Growth Rate
6 months–2 years Training

💰 Welder / Welding Technician Salary in Wisconsin

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

Entry
$34,000
Median
$50,300
Experienced
$70,000

🎓 Welder / Welding Technician Licensing in Wisconsin

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

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

🏫 Welder / Welding Technician Programs in Wisconsin

Technical College
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Milwaukee Area Technical College

📍 Milwaukee, WI

Wisconsin's largest technical college with 13,000+ students. Comprehensive healthcare, trades, and technology programs. ...

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Technical College
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Fox Valley Technical College

📍 Appleton, WI

Northeast Wisconsin's largest technical college with 200+ programs. Serving the Fox Valley with state-of-the-art trainin...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Dental HygieneRadiologic TechnologyMedical AssistingHVAC
Technical College
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Madison Area Technical College

📍 Madison, WI

World-class community college in Wisconsin's capital. Exceptional culinary arts program and comprehensive allied health ...

Nursing (RN/LPN)Dental HygieneRadiologic TechnologySurgical TechnologyMedical Assisting

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