Who is an argon welder and what does he do?

The specialist who carries out welding work is called a welder. But this concept is too broad and general. All welders, depending on the specifics of their work, have a narrower specialization. For example, it can be an argon welder. This profession will be discussed in this article.

An argon welder is a specialist who welds stainless steels. In this case, welding is carried out with a tungsten electrode at a constant current. The metal, in turn, is in argon shielding, which prevents the negative effects of oxygen. Welding parts together in an argon environment is specific, very delicate work. If a person decides to connect his life with this profession, then he must understand that welding can negatively affect health, including vision.

When performing official duties, one should observe not only job descriptions, but also safety precautions. Deviation from the established norms and rules in the workplace can lead to negative consequences.

The profession of an argon welder has its advantages and disadvantages. It's worth starting with the positive aspects.

1. High demand for the profession in various industries and in all regions of the Russian Federation, as well as abroad.
2. The opportunity to find a job immediately after receiving secondary specialized education. The fact is that for some work, for example, in the housing sector, experienced argonians are reluctant to undertake. This means that there are almost always vacancies at enterprises and organizations.
3. Some (but not all) argon welders are eligible for early retirement and may also receive additional annual leave.

There are also disadvantages in the profession. Here are the most significant ones.

1. Dangerous as the temperature of the welding electrode can reach 5000 ° C. At this temperature, all metals melt, not to mention human skin.
2. Difficult and sometimes even extreme working conditions, since you have to work at height, in adverse weather conditions, in an uncomfortable position.
3. If safety precautions are violated, there is a risk of loss of vision, since welding with an electric arc produces bright radiation.
4. The risk of developing diseases such as bronchial asthma and pneumoconiosis increases. This is due to the systematic ingestion of industrial dust into the respiratory tract.

The duties of an argon welder, which he will perform in the course of his work, completely depend on the specifics of the field. Generally speaking, the responsibilities are as follows.

1. Manual argon-arc welding of surfaces of varying complexity. These can be: pipelines, various designs and devices.
2. Studying and reading drawings of welded metal structures of varying complexity.
3. Welding of parts, assemblies and tools.
4. Planing, cutting and welding of complex parts made of various steels, metals and alloys.

Also, the responsibilities include subordination to the immediate superior.

Due to the high demand for the profession argon welders are required almost always... And there is a huge demand for high-level specialists with extensive experience.

Despite this, the profession requires from a person a sense of increased responsibility, a serious approach to business, focus for high-quality performance of welding. Indeed, all further activities of the object may depend on the quality of the welder's work. Poor quality welding can lead to undesirable and even catastrophic consequences. For example, in the construction of bridges, buildings, structures, gas pipelines and other objects. That is why a professional argon engineer must know not only the welding technique and the principle of its implementation, but also understand the field of chemistry, physics, and electrical engineering.

To become a highly qualified specialist in this field, a person must have a set of certain personal qualities:

• a responsibility;
• the ability to pay attention to details;
• punctuality;
• slowness.

Also extremely it is important to follow fire safety rules and be attentive to safety requirements.

In order to become a highly qualified specialist, you need to study, and then systematically improve your skills and craftsmanship... In the profession of an argon welder, there is a division into several digits. Accordingly, the higher the grade, the more a specialist will have a salary. The division by category is as follows.

1. The most basic level is 3rd category. It is assigned to all novice specialists who have received a diploma of an argon welder. At this level, a specialist must understand the basic concepts, as well as know the techniques of the simplest welding works - arc and manual.
2. Next comes 5th grade, having received which, the specialist must be well versed in welding complex parts and assemblies. Also, he must have skills in working with multi-position equipment.
3. Owners 6th grade Are highly qualified specialists who are well versed in the most complex welding techniques and work with complex equipment.

Of course, the profession of an argon welder is more suitable for men.... Young people can get an appropriate education in vocational schools, colleges and technical schools. If it is not possible to enter such educational institutions, for example, due to age, then you can graduate from professional courses.

Argon welder can carry out his labor activity both in public and private enterprises. If a young person who graduated from an educational institution goes to work at an enterprise, then after a few years of active practice he will be able to get the 6th grade and, as a result, a decent wage.

The average salary in Russia is 37 thousand rubles... In Moscow and the region, argon welders receive an average of 45 thousand rubles. The highest level of wages is observed in the northern regions. There, specialists receive up to 160 thousand rubles a month.

Salary is made up of many factors: the status of the enterprise, the level of education and skills of the specialist, the region, the complexity of the work performed. If a specialist has sufficiently good professional skills, then he may not depend on any organization. I have an opportunity register the status of an individual entrepreneur and take private orders... Also work can be carried out under civil contracts.