Header Welder – Industrial Fabrication | 1st Shift

Stand-By Personnel, Inc.; Sapulpa (OK); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Stable daytime schedule

Job summary

Stand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Header Welder for an industrial fabrication role in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The position requires welding headers and pressure-related components to strict fabrication drawings and quality standards.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on header welding experience, the ability to read blueprints and weld symbols, and the capacity to maintain consistent quality on a busy shop floor. This is a first shift opportunity with overtime on Saturdays as needed.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with header welding and related fabrication.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret weld symbols accurately.
• Proven ability to maintain high-quality welds in a factory setting.

Responsibilities

• Weld headers and fabricated metal components per production specs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings.
• Prepare materials and joints, including cleaning, grinding, positioning, and fitting.

Skills

Header welding

Pressure vessel welding

Industrial pipe welding

Blueprint reading

Weld symbols

Quality workmanship

Job description

Header Welder – Industrial Fabrication | 1st Shift Pay: $30.00–$34.00 per hour (Based on Experience) Location: Tulsa, OK Shift: Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Overtime: Saturdays as Needed Job Order #: 155791

Position Overview

Stand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Header Welder for an industrial manufacturing and fabrication opportunity in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This position involves welding headers and pressure-related components according to fabrication drawings, welding procedures, and quality specifications. Candidates should have previous hands-on experience with header welding, pressure vessel fabrication, or industrial pipe welding and be comfortable producing high-quality welds in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has strong welding skills, experience interpreting blueprints and weld symbols, and the ability to independently complete welding assignments while maintaining consistent quality standards.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Previous header welding, pressure vessel welding, or industrial pipe welding experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of industrial welding processes and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to produce consistent, high-quality welds.
• Experience reading blueprints, fabrication drawings, and weld symbols.
• Familiarity with welding procedures and applicable quality requirements.
• Ability to prepare welding joints and properly position materials.
• Experience using grinders, measuring tools, and fabrication equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and meet production expectations.
• Dependable attendance and commitment to workplace safety.
• Availability to work Saturdays when needed.
• Experience with MIG, Flux Core, TIG, or Stick welding is valuable, depending on the specific fabrication requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform welding on industrial headers and fabricated metal components according to production specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings to determine welding requirements.
• Prepare materials and weld joints, including cleaning, grinding, positioning, and fitting components as needed.
• Operate welding equipment safely and maintain proper welding techniques throughout production.
• Complete welds according to established procedures and applicable quality standards.
• Inspect finished welds for visible defects, consistency, and overall workmanship.
• Identify welding concerns and perform corrections according to approved procedures.
• Work closely with Fitters and fabrication personnel to maintain efficient production workflow.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas while following all company safety procedures.
• Perform additional header welding and fabrication responsibilities as assigned.

Header Welding & Industrial Fabrication

Candidates will work with industrial header components used in fabricated piping and equipment assemblies. Responsibilities include preparing welding joints, completing welds according to specifications, and maintaining consistent workmanship. Previous experience welding headers, pressure vessels, or industrial piping is especially valuable. Candidates should understand the importance of proper weld preparation, joint fit-up, and quality inspection.

Blueprint Reading & Weld Quality

Candidates should be comfortable interpreting technical drawings, welding symbols, and applicable fabrication specifications. Responsibilities include following welding instructions, verifying component placement, and ensuring completed welds meet established quality requirements. Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain consistent weld quality are essential.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This is a physically demanding position in an industrial fabrication environment. Candidates must be comfortable standing and walking for extended periods, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, and positioning metal materials as required. Work involves regular exposure to welding equipment, grinders, steel components, sparks, heat, and active fabrication machinery. All required personal protective equipment and company safety procedures must be followed.

Schedule & Overtime

Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturday: Overtime as Needed Candidates must be available for the assigned daytime schedule and willing to work Saturdays based on production requirements.