Fitter Welder

American StaffCorp; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

American StaffCorp in Claremore, OK is seeking a structural fitter welder to construct, position, and weld heavy steel components such as I-beams and columns using MIG, flux-core, or stick welding. You will read blueprints and align parts for precise assemblies.

You will bevel, grind, and prepare metal, inspect dimensions with tape measures and weld gauges, and maintain a clean, safe workspace while complying with all safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of verifiable fitting and welding experience.
• Strong blueprint reading and math aptitude.
• Proficiency with shop tools and cranes.
• Ability to pass standard plate weld tests (Open Root 3G).
• Physical ability to stand long shifts and lift up to 50–70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Layout and Fit-Up: Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings to measure, align, and tack heavy steel parts.
• Welding Operations: Perform GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux Core), or stick welding to secure and finalize assemblies.
• Material Preparation: Bevel, grind, clean, and shape metal components using hand tools, grinders, and torches.
• Quality Inspection: Verify dimensions using tape measures, squares, and weld gauges to meet industry standards.
• Safety and Maintenance: Wear required PPE, maintain a clean work area, and keep tools in safe working order.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math aptitude

Shop tools

Cranes operation

Tools

GMAW MIG welding

FCAW welding

Stick welding

Job description

Job Summary: The structural fitter welder constructs, positions, and joins metal parts like I‑beams, columns, and plates using specialized welding and fitting techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Layout and Fit-Up: Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings to measure, align, and tack heavy steel parts.
• Welding Operations: Perform GMAW (MIG), FCAW (Flux Core), or stick welding to secure and finalize assemblies.
• Material Preparation: Bevel, grind, clean, and shape metal components using hand tools, grinders, and torches.
• Quality Inspection: Verify dimensions using tape measures, squares, and weld gauges to meet industry standards.
• Safety and Maintenance: Wear required PPE, maintain a clean work area, and keep tools in safe working order.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Experience: 2 to 5 years of verifiable fitting and welding experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Technical Skills: Strong blueprint reading, math aptitude, and proficiency with shop tools and cranes.
• Certifications: Ability to pass standard plate weld tests (such as an Open Root 3G test).
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand for long shifts and regularly lift heavy materials up to 50-70 lbs. [1, 2]lbs.