Free Welder resume template & example
Welder hiring is process-specific: MIG, TIG, Stick — and the positions and materials you can run them on. Shops and contractors filter on exactly these details. Here is how to write a welding resume that passes the filter and gets the test.
01 — Playbook
Welder resume tips that actually matter
01
Name your processes and positions
GMAW/MIG, GTAW/TIG, SMAW/Stick, FCAW — plus positions (1G–6G) and materials (carbon steel, stainless, aluminum). This is the core vocabulary of welder hiring; be exact.
02
List certifications prominently
AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, or employer-specific certs go right under your name. Certified welders clear filters that others do not.
03
Describe your shop and field work
Structural, pipe, fabrication shop, field erection, maintenance — each values different experience. Name your settings and the work you performed in each.
04
Show safety and quality fluency
WPS/PQR familiarity, x-ray-quality work, OSHA training — these reassure a shop you will pass inspection. One or two lines carry real weight.
02 — Templates
Cvyon templates that suit welders
Workshop
A craft sidebar in warm amber — tools, skills, process — built for the trades.
Use this template
Blank
No decoration, bold type and tight lines — very ATS-safe for industrial hiring portals.
Use this template
Merit
Achievement-led bullets with bold lead verbs — good for certifications and specialties.
Use this template
03 — ATS
Will it pass applicant tracking systems?
Industrial employers and staffing firms parse welder resumes for process acronyms, certifications, and position codes — matched literally. Keep every term as plain text in a single column, spell out acronyms at least once, and avoid graphics. Cvyon's free ATS grader will confirm the parser reads your processes.
Every Cvyon template exports through your browser's print-to-PDF, so the text layer stays selectable and searchable — the thing parsers actually read. After downloading, run your resume through our free ATS grader to confirm it scores well before you apply.
04 — FAQ
Welder resume questions
Which welding process should I lead with?
The one the posting asks for. Tailor the order — TIG for precision shops, MIG/Stick for structural — to match the job.
Do I need AWS certification?
It opens doors, especially for structural and pipe work. List what you hold; employer tests still decide, but certs get you to the test.
Should I mention travel or per-diem willingness?
Yes, briefly — many welding jobs involve travel. Stating availability upfront helps.
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