- Open jobs
- 2
- Agencies hiring
- 1
- Median pay in listings
- $23.50/hour
- Median wage in California (BLS)
- $27.91/hour
Welder pay in California
The median wage for Welder jobs in California is $27.91 per hour ($58,053 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $23.50/hour. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Most warehouse and production jobs need no license or experience: you usually need to be 18+, pass a background check and drug screen, and be able to lift around 50 lb. Forklift jobs require an OSHA forklift certification, which many agencies provide for free.
Agencies hiring for Welder jobs in California
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| Express Employment Professionals | 2 | $23.50/hr |
Cities with the most Welder jobs
Sacramento (1), Rancho Cordova (1)
FAQ
How much does a Welder make in California?
The median wage for Welder jobs in California is $27.91 per hour (about $58,053 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Welder jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $23.50 per hour.
How many Welder jobs are open in California?
2 Welder jobs from 1 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Most warehouse and production jobs need no license or experience: you usually need to be 18+, pass a background check and drug screen, and be able to lift around 50 lb. Forklift jobs require an OSHA forklift certification, which many agencies provide for free.