Welding Program
Skilled, certified welders can find work on construction sites, in petroleum-related industries and in many jobs where heavy equipment is being used. Their services are needed for shipbuilding, automobile manufacturing and repair, aerospace applications, bridges, pipelines, power plants and refineries.
Potential positions for welding technicians include:
- Welder and solderer
- Boilermaker
- Iron worker
- Welding fitter
- Plumber
- Pipefitter
- Sheet metal worker
Annual salaries range from $40,570 to $62,330, with substantial increases available, dependent on location and level of skill or experience.
Learn More

Sitka Campus Welding Department
- 747-7717
- 800-478-6653 ext 7717
(Toll Free Alaska Only)
1332 Seward Avenue
Sitka, Alaska
99835
Ketchikan Regional Maritime and Career Center
- 228-4537
- 888 550-6177 (Toll Free)
Ketchikan, AK
99901