Dear Rapaross,
In many areas there is a severe shortage of welders and other skilled trades. It sounds as if you enjoyed your welding and metal work career. Have you considered approaching the vocational & technical high schools in your area about teaching positions? The local offices of trade unions are another source to learn of job opportunities. I encourage you to get some advice, maybe from a local Career One Stop (State Employment Office) on planning a thorough job search. You've got valuable skills and I have to believe there is a good job out there for you. Bob Skladany