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Fills holes, indentations, and seams of fabricated metal products, using solder and gas torch: Prepares area to be soldered, using hand and powered tools, such as hacksaw, chisel, hammer, grinder, and wire brush. Brushes acid solution onto area to clean area. Moves oxyacetelene torch over area to heat acid and wipes surface, using cloth, to remove dirt and excess acid. Rubs stick of solder on heated area and melts solder, using torch. Smooths soldered area with alternate strokes of paddle and torch, leaving soldered section slightly higher than surrounding area for later filing.

Personality Traits


Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.

Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.

Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.

Salary and Education


How much does a Torch Solderer I make?

Nationally: $24,000 – $54,000

Main education level: High School

source: US Dept of Labor


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