Class A Side Frame Fitter Welder

American StaffCorp; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

American StaffCorp is seeking a Class A Side Frame Fitter Welder in Oklahoma to join our manufacturing team. The role requires reading complex blueprints, precise layout, and fitting structural components to tight tolerances for heavy side frames and industrial assemblies.

The position involves multi-position welding (FCAW, GMAW, GTAW) on carbon steel, stainless steel, or specialty alloys, while adhering to AWS/ASME codes and inspecting welds with precision tools.

Qualifications

• Experience reading complex blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Proven ability to fit and tack-weld structural components.
• Capable of passing AWS/ASME weld tests in multiple positions.
• Physically able to lift heavy metal components and work with PPE.

Responsibilities

• Layout and fitting: read blueprints to position, align, and fit components within tolerances.
• Assembly and tacking: clamp, fixture, bolt, and tack-weld parts in place before final welding.
• Welding operations: perform multi-position welding (FCAW, GMAW, GTAW) on carbon and stainless steels.
• Quality and code compliance: follow AWS/ASME codes and verify weld dimensions with measuring tools.
• Equipment maintenance: operate and maintain fabrication tools and power supplies in safe order.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Layout & fit

Welding (multi-position)

AWS/ASME codes

Equipment maintenance

Job description

A Class A Side Frame Fitter Welder is a senior-level manufacturing professional responsible for reading complex blueprints, precisely laying out, fitting, and tacking structural components, and executing high-integrity structural or pressure welds (using GMAW, FCAW, or GTAW) to build heavy side frames and industrial assemblies.

Key Responsibilities

• Layout and Fitting: Read and interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and work orders to lay out, position, align, and fit structural components and side frame parts within strict tolerances.
• Assembly and Tacking: Use clamps, jacks, and precision leveling equipment to bolt, fixture, and tack-weld parts securely into position prior to final welding.
• Welding Operations: Perform multi-position welding (flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead) on carbon steel, stainless steel, or specialty alloys utilizing FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW processes.
• Quality and Code Compliance: Adhere to strict industrial and structural standards (such as AWS or ASME codes), verifying dimensions and weld sizes with precision measuring tools.
• Equipment Maintenance: Operate and maintain fabrication tools, torches, carbon arc gouging equipment, and power supplies in safe working order.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 3 to 5 years of heavy structural fitting and welding experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Certifications: Ability to successfully pass company and industry standard weld tests (AWS/ASME) in various positions.
• Technical Skills: Exceptional blueprint reading, math comprehension, tape measurement accuracy, and proficiency with hand/power tools and cutting torches.
• Physical Requirements: Stamina for manual labor, standing for long periods, and the ability to lift heavy metal components while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).