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When you turn on the faucet in the kitchen sink, you’re greeted with a cool stream of water to fill your glass. When you push the ignition on your gas stove, the burner catches flame to heat up whatever you’re making for dinner. We take these everyday conveniences for granted, but none of them would be possible without the complex network of pipelines carrying water, oil, gas and other substances beneath our homes, cities and even bodies of water. We’ll outline a pipeline welder’s job description and salary and tell you what it’ll take if you want to get into this diverse and exciting field.

Stunning natural landscapes, an affordable cost of living and many family-friendly towns make Michigan an attractive place to live. Pair those factors with thriving industries like aerospace, defense, automotive and manufacturing and you’ve got a highly desirable market–and a matching need–for skilled workers. Read on to learn more about the best welding jobs in Michigan and how to get them. 

Maybe you’re a seasoned welder who’s ready to take the next step in your career. Or, perhaps you’ve got a welding degree and you’re looking to expand your earning potential. In any case, pursuing certification so you can apply for CWI jobs may be the right move for you.

Underwater welding might sound like a far-fetched career–it’s hard to imagine a welder plus all the necessary equipment and protective gear doing such a highly skilled task on or beneath the surface of the ocean. But in fact, underwater welding is an essential job in the creation and maintenance of underwater pipelines, offshore drilling rigs, docking facilities and more. And, it can be quite lucrative.