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Meet a Professional: Welder

Ages 12+
2026-03-07 14:00:00 2026-03-07 15:30:00 America/Chicago Meet a Professional: Welder Career curious? Come connect with Welder Eric Pike! He will be sharing what he studied, what his job entails, and answering your questions. West Branch - Meeting Room

Saturday, March 07
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-07 14:00:00 2026-03-07 15:30:00 America/Chicago Meet a Professional: Welder Career curious? Come connect with Welder Eric Pike! He will be sharing what he studied, what his job entails, and answering your questions. West Branch - Meeting Room

West Branch

Meeting Room

Career curious? Come connect with Welder Eric Pike! He will be sharing what he studied, what his job entails, and answering your questions.

Come meet Eric Pike, professional Welder!

Education 

Initially studying Biomedical Enginnering at Northern Illinois University, Eric redirected to go to Trade School.

Background

A former union construction boilermaker, Eric has worked in every type of powerplant (coal, gas, nuclear) and steel mills. Now, he is a nuclear certified welder for high pressure systems and valves.

Discussion Topics May Include

  • Construction and industrial repair work, including welding, metal working, blacksmithing
  • How power plants work
  • Realistic expectations for anyone entering related fields

AGE GROUP: | Teens - ages 12-18 |

EVENT TYPE: | General Interest | College Readiness |

TAGS: | college readiness | career |

West Branch
Phone: 630-264-4117
Branch manager
Kiri Palm
Hours
About the branch

This branch is connected to Washington Middle School and known for its creative displays and programs for adults. Complete with three study rooms and two conference rooms.

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