CAREER IN MOTION

“The strong base provided by Hobart Institute allowed me to progress and acquire many jobs,” says Gary Kish, speaking recently of his career in welding. 

In 1983, Gary came to HIWT with some welding training and experience in shielded metal arc welding that he had acquired through apprenticeship and journeyman training with a local union.  He was seeking gas tungsten arc welding training to enable him to pass qualification tests to work in the nuclear power industry at a time when welders were needed in that field.  Just four weeks of training, coupled with his current knowledge, gave Gary the ability to pass qualification tests and be successful in a variety of employment situations including nuclear power stations, chemical plants, refineries, and paper mills in a seven-state region surrounding his Ohio home. 

“It was well worth the out-of-pocket investment,” indicates Gary.

“I’ve had training in various places, but none met the professionalism and high standards presented at Hobart.  That training allowed me to pass tests, not only in the basic carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum, but also welding many of the nickel alloys and other more exotic metals,” Gary comments.  “I have recommended Hobart training to many people including those seeking advanced welding training.” 

With a desire for less travel and more family time, Gary’s welding career met a curve in the road and his work moved away from the building trades to a position in a local steel mill.  His decision also gave his two adult children the successful start that they needed in life to become a teacher and a university student within the Army ROTC program.  Recently displaced from his job, however, Gary is confident that his welding skills, which are never lost or forgotten, will again allow him to apply within a broad range of employment opportunities.  

“Without a doubt, Hobart Institute put my career in motion!” says Gary. 

If you are interested in process-specific welding training, contact the Hobart Institute at 1-800-332-9448 or 937-332-5300.  http://www.welding.org  E-mail: hiwt@welding.org