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Welder Lead Hand

Average Welder Lead Hand Hourly Pay in Houston, Texas

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$20.00
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$15.21
MEDIAN
$20
90%
$73.97

The average hourly pay for a Welder Lead Hand is $20.00 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$15 - $74
Total Pay
$32k - $154k
Based on 11 salary profiles (last updated Jun 30 2019)
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What Do Welder Lead Hands Do?

Welder Lead Hand Tasks
  • Cut or join together metal pieces using manual or semi-automatic welding machines.
  • Safely set up and operate welding machines and other shop equipment.
  • Follow blueprints to arrange metal pieces and temporarily fix them into position before welding.
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Common Health Benefits for a Welder Lead Hand

Medical
50%
Dental
38%
Vision
38%
None
50%

Gender Breakdown for Welder Lead Hands

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 6 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Welder Lead Hands

What is the highest pay for Welder Lead Hands in Houston?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Welder Lead Hand in Houston is $73.97 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Welder Lead Hands in Houston?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Welder Lead Hand in Houston is $15.21 / hour

How can Welder Lead Hands increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Welder Lead Hand is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Welder Lead Hand that oversees more junior Welder Lead Hands, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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