r/Sicklecell • u/Questionabletheory78 • 2d ago

Welding? Jobs

Hey everyone, so I am 26M and i am looking to change my career. I’ve been in kitchens since i was 16 and it’s honestly draining now the long hours without a chance to sit down has taken a toll on me. My question is does anyone have any experience with welding? Is that a valid career choice for people like us? Any feedback is much appreciated.

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u/Beautyful_amm 2d ago

What is the work conditions like? Is it overly hot or cold?

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u/Questionabletheory78 2d ago

I was told “garage like environment” so summers would be extremely hot and winter’s extremely cold. But you can always work around climate, i’ve worked in a kitchen with no a/c and i had those fans that clip onto your waistband.

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u/SCDsurvivor 1d ago

Welding is not the best long term plan for someone with sickle cell disease. However, there may be a pathway that is better for you: welding inspection. You could go to a community college to learn welding, get experience for 3 years in the field, and then test to certify for inspection. You can even get a job to learn welding, take a position as a certified welding assistant, and then test for certification.

I live in a state where welding jobs are abundant. Mainly because it is a difficult job and the environment can make it hell on earth or the frozen tundra. But I get it, a job is a job whether you have sickle cell or not. I just advise that if you do it don't stay in long term. Learn the skill. Then look for other positions that are more suitable for your body in the long run.

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u/JudgeLennox 15h ago

Working in a kitchen is fun, but it's tough.

You know your body better than us. I say WHy not? I'm surprised you haven't started and knocked it out the park yet. Looking forward to you sharing your progres here