Welding is an important part of manufacturing industry and their jobs are always in abundance. Welders can work in several industries like shipbuilding, automobile manufacturing, production units and repairing labs. A welder also works to join beams in construction of buildings and bridges; that’s why construction companies always require welding experts to complete their projects. People can become a welder after getting few weeks training, or they can choose to get specialized education in a mechanical school and complete training period before joining a company as a certified welder. A welder has to apply heat on an object and form a permanent bond between two pieces of metal. To get a good job as a welder, you need to be expert in arc welding, which uses electric current to produce heat and fuse metals together. Welders are always exposed to a number of hazards during their work; this includes heated material and bright light produced during welding. Therefore, it is essential to wear safety shoes, goggles, special masks and other safety cloths to prevent burning and eye injuries. Even after taking safety precautions, sometimes welders are injured during their work. This is the reason, welder are highly paid technical professionals and get special insurance packages due to increased risk while performing their job. Some government welding jobs require certification for which passing an exam is necessary.