Box Header Welder Trainee – MIG / Flux Core

Stand-By Personnel, Inc.; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-shift training provided

Overtime opportunities

Second‑chance employer

Job summary

Stand-By Personnel, Inc. in Claremore, OK, seeks experienced MIG and Flux Core welders for Box Header Welder Trainee roles. The position develops box header and vessel welding skills with day-shift training and immediate openings.

Candidates must have MIG and FCAW experience and be capable of passing a 2G weld test on carbon steel, with visual, UT, and X-ray inspections. Overtime and Saturdays may be required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on welding experience in MIG and Flux Core.
• Able to pass a 2G Single Bevel Plate Test on carbon steel.
• Experience with UT and X-ray inspections is preferred.
• Willing to work overtime and Saturdays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Weld according to procedures and specs (MIG and FCAW).
• Prepare carbon steel materials for welding and joints.
• Perform root passes, fill/cap passes, and inspect welds for quality.

Skills

MIG welding

Flux Core welding

2G weld test

Quality inspection

Safety awareness

Tools

MIG (GMAW)

Flux Core (FCAW)

Job description

Box Header Welder Trainee – MIG / Flux Core | 1st Shift Pay: $25.00–$27.00 per hour (Based on Experience and Weld Test Results) Location: Claremore, OK Shift: Monday–Saturday | 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM Overtime: Consistent Overtime Available Training: Day Shift Training Provided Job Order #: 154456

Stand-By Personnel is seeking experienced MIG and Flux Core Welders for immediate Box Header Welder Trainee opportunities in Claremore, Oklahoma. This position is designed for welders who already have strong welding fundamentals and are interested in developing specialized skills in box header and vessel fabrication. Previous MIG and Flux Core welding experience is required. Candidates do not need prior box header welding experience, as specialized training will be provided to qualified welders on day shift. The ideal candidate can produce consistent, high-quality welds, understands proper welding techniques, and is capable of passing a 2G Single Bevel Plate Weld Test on carbon steel. Experience welding pipe, pressure vessels, or non-code vessels is preferred but not required. Starting pay ranges from $25.00–$27.00 per hour, depending on welding experience and weld test performance.

Required Experience & Skills

• Candidates must have previous hands‑on welding experience and be proficient in both MIG (GMAW) and Flux Core (FCAW) welding processes.
• Strong experience performing straight MIG welds, maintaining proper weld penetration, and producing consistent Flux Core fill and cap passes is essential.
• Candidates must be capable of completing a 2G Single Bevel Plate Test on carbon steel using a MIG stringer root followed by Flux Core fill and cap passes.
• Completed welds must successfully pass visual inspection, Ultrasonic Testing (UT), and X-ray inspection.
• Strong attention to detail, consistent workmanship, and a commitment to weld quality are required.
• Candidates must be dependable, safety-conscious, and willing to work overtime and Saturdays as needed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and Flux Core welding according to established fabrication procedures and welding specifications.
• Prepare carbon steel materials for welding, including cleaning, positioning, and preparing weld joints.
• Complete welds using appropriate MIG root techniques and Flux Core fill and cap procedures.
• Train alongside experienced personnel to develop specialized box header and vessel welding skills.
• Learn applicable fabrication requirements, welding procedures, and quality standards associated with box header manufacturing.
• Inspect completed welds for visible defects and maintain consistent workmanship throughout production.
• Follow welding instructions, maintain proper equipment operation, and communicate quality concerns to supervisors.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, follow all company safety procedures, and assist with additional welding and fabrication responsibilities as assigned.

MIG & Flux Core Welding

• Candidates must have practical experience using both MIG and Flux Core welding processes in a fabrication or manufacturing environment.
• Responsibilities include preparing weld joints, performing root passes, completing fill and cap welds, and maintaining consistent weld quality.
• Candidates should understand proper welding techniques, equipment setup, weld preparation, and the importance of producing welds that meet inspection requirements.

Required 2G Weld Test

• Welding Position: 2G Horizontal
• Material: Carbon Steel
• Root Pass: MIG Stringer Root
• Fill Passes: Flux Core
• Cap Pass: Flux Core
• Completed welds must pass the following inspections: Visual Inspection, Ultrasonic Testing (UT), X-Ray Inspection
• Candidates must demonstrate proper welding technique, consistent weld quality, and the ability to meet all required inspection standards.

Box Header & Vessel Welding Training

• Qualified candidates will receive hands‑on training to develop specialized skills in box header and vessel welding.
• Training will focus on applying existing MIG and Flux Core welding abilities to the fabrication of box headers and related industrial components.
• Candidates will learn applicable welding procedures, fabrication requirements, and quality expectations while working alongside experienced personnel.
• Previous box header or vessel welding experience is not required, but candidates must already possess the welding skills necessary to pass the required qualification test.

Weld Quality & Inspection Standards

• This position requires strong attention to weld quality and the ability to produce welds that meet established inspection requirements.
• Candidates must understand the importance of proper joint preparation, weld penetration, consistent bead placement, and avoiding welding defects.
• Completed welds must meet applicable visual, ultrasonic, and radiographic inspection standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a MIG Welder, Flux Core Welder, Structural Welder, Pipe Welder, or Vessel Welder is preferred.
• Experience welding pipe, pressure vessels, non-code vessels, or industrial fabrication components is especially valuable.
• Candidates with previous experience completing weld qualification tests and producing welds that pass UT or X‑ray inspection are strongly encouraged to apply.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Comfortable with bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, and positioning metal materials as required.
• Work takes place in an industrial manufacturing and fabrication environment with regular exposure to welding equipment, metal components, grinders, sparks, heat, and production machinery.
• Must be comfortable performing physically demanding welding work while maintaining consistent quality and productivity.
• All company safety procedures and required personal protective equipment must be followed.

Schedule & Overtime

• Monday–Saturday | 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Day‑shift training will be provided to qualified candidates.
• Consistent overtime opportunities are available.
• Willing to work Saturdays and additional hours as needed.

Why You’ll Want This Opportunity

• $25.00–$27.00 per hour, based on experience and weld test performance
• Immediate openings available
• Day‑shift training provided
• Opportunity to develop specialized box header welding skills
• Gain experience in industrial vessel fabrication
• Utilize existing MIG and Flux Core welding experience
• Consistent overtime opportunities
• Opportunity to grow into a skilled Box Header Welder position
• Second‑chance employer
• Excellent opportunity for experienced welders seeking to advance their fabrication careers