About the role
Manual welders are craftsmen who specialize in joining metal components through welding. They often work in the industry, construction sector, or within specialized welding companies. Education can vary from vocational high school programs to college-level vocational training or internal training at employers.Responsibilities
Manual welders are responsible for preparing and cleaning welding surfaces, selecting the right welding method, and performing the welding itself. They must follow safety regulations and quality standards as well as perform post-welding processing of the weld joints. Their work requires precision and can involve both mass production and unique projects.Skills and tools
Manual welders master techniques such as TIG, MIG/MAG, and electrode welding. They use protective equipment, welding machines, and metalworking tools. Good skills in blueprint reading, material knowledge, and a steady hand are important for the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are ritningsläsning, mag-svetsning and tig-svetsning.