Structural Combination Welder

American StaffCorp Job Board; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

American StaffCorp Job Board is seeking a Structural Welders to fabricate, fit, and weld structural steel parts, using FCAW, GMAW, and SMAW. You will read blueprints, position parts, and perform high-quality welds across vertical and overhead tasks.

Candidates typically have 3–5+ years in structural welding and may need AWS D1.1 certs or pass onsite tests. PPE, OSHA compliance, and safe handling of materials are essential in this busy shop setting.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of structural welding experience.
• Ability to pass weld tests and AWS certs.
• Knowledge of welding positions (1G-4G, 6G) required.
• Ability to lift and work at heights in fabrication settings.
• Experience reading blueprints and welding symbols.

Responsibilities

• Weld carbon steel and other metals using FCAW, GMAW, and SMAW.
• Interpret blueprints and welding symbols for fabrication.
• Fit and lay out components with jigs, fixtures, and tack welds.
• Inspect welds for visual quality and code compliance.
• Operate grinders, torches, and fabrication tools.
• Maintain safety procedures and comply with OSHA hot-work rules.

Skills

FCAW

GMAW (MIG)

SMAW (Stick)

Blueprint reading

Welding positions 1G-4G, 6G

Safety compliance

Education

AWS D1.1 certification

Tools

Grinders

Torches

Tape measures

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Day Shift 5am - 3:30pmMust able to pass at a minimum the plate test: 1” carbon steel plate test, welded in 2G position with square plate on bottom and beveled plate on top) This will be a Mig stringer and Fluxcore fill and cap. It will have to pass visible inspection, UT and X-ray

A Structural Combination Welder fabricates, fits, and welds structural steel components (beams, columns, plates) using multiple processes like FCAW, GMAW, and SMAW/Stick. They interpret blueprints, operate fabrication tools, and perform high-quality welds in various positions (vertical, overhead) to meet industry structural standards.

• Welding & Fabrication: Perform FCAW, GMAW (MIG), and SMAW (Stick) welding on carbon steel and other metals, utilizing both welding and fitting techniques to construct, maintain, and repair metal components.


• Blueprint Interpretation: Read, interpret, and follow complex structural blueprints, structural fabrication drawings, and welding symbols.


• Fit-Up and Layout: Lay out, align, fit, and secure components using jigs, fixtures, clamps, and tack welding before final welding.


• Equipment Maintenance: Set up, adjust, and perform routine maintenance on welding machines, torches, grinders, and air arc gougers.


• Quality Control: Inspect welds to ensure they meet visual quality standards, structural specs, and code compliance.


• Safety Compliance: Adhere strictly to safety regulations (OSHA), including PPE usage, hot work permits, and proper handling of gas cylinders.

• Experience: Generally 3-5+ years of experience in structural steel fabrication or industrial welding.


• Certifications: Often requires AWS (American Welding Society) certifications (e.g., D1.1 structural) or the ability to pass onsite weld tests (TIG/SMAW/FCAW).


• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in FCAW and SMAW; knowledge of welding positions (1G-4G, 6G).


• Physical Abilities: Capable of lifting, working at heights, operating in confined spaces, and holding precise positions for extended periods.


• Tools: Proficient in using grinders, torches, tape measures, and precision measuring tools.

• Often involves working in heavy industrial settings, fabrication shops, or construction sites (bridges, ships, buildings).


• Exposure to high heat, noise, and confined spaces.


• May require working in high-stress or fast-paced project environments #ZR