Structural Welder (3G) – Steel Fabrication

Stand-By Personnel, Inc.; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day shift

Competitive pay based on experience

Higher pay for advanced welding skills

Job summary

Stand-By Personnel, Inc. is seeking 2 experienced Structural Welders for industrial steel fabrication in Claremore, OK. You will weld structural steel components per specs, following FCAW or SMAW processes, and complete bevel tests to ensure quality.

This is a day-shift role with competitive pay based on experience. Applicants must have at least 3 years of structural welding experience and a current or prior 2G certification, plus the ability to pass a 1-inch beveled groove fill-up weld test

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional structural welding experience.
• Current or previous 2G welding certification.
• Proficient in FCAW and/or SMAW welding.
• Able to pass a 1-inch beveled groove fill-up weld test.
• Able to pass required bend and cut tests.
• Experience reading welding blueprints and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding on steel components according to procedures and specs.
• Operate Flux Core and/or Stick welding equipment safely to complete tasks.
• Prepare materials and weld joints per production requirements.
• Follow welding instructions, blueprints, and specs to meet standards.
• Maintain welding technique, placement, and workmanship quality.
• Inspect welds for defects and verify quality requirements.

Skills

Structural welding

FCAW welding

SMAW welding

2G certification

Blueprint reading

Beveled groove test

Weld test bend & cut

Tools

Welding equipment operation

Job description

Structural Welder (3G) - Steel Fabrication

• Day Shift Pay: $25.00-$28.00 per hour (Higher Pay Available for Highly Qualified Candidates)
• Location: Claremore, OK
• Shift: Day Shift
• Openings: 2 Positions Available
• Experience: Minimum 3 Years of Structural Welding Experience Required
• Job Order #: 155468

Position Overview

Stand-By Personnel is seeking 2 experienced Structural Welders for industrial steel fabrication opportunities in Claremore, Oklahoma. These positions involve welding structural steel components, following fabrication specifications, and producing high-quality welds that meet established company and customer standards. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of hands-on structural welding experience and proficiency with Flux Core (FCAW) and/or Stick (SMAW) welding processes. Current or previous 2G welding certification is required. Candidates must also successfully complete a 1-inch beveled groove fill-up weld test, including bend and cut testing. The ideal candidate has strong welding fundamentals, attention to detail, and the ability to independently produce consistent, high-quality structural welds in a fabrication environment. This position offers $25.00-$28.00 per hour, with higher pay possible for highly qualified candidates.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional structural welding experience in an industrial manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Current or previous 2G welding certification required.
• Proficiency in FCAW (Flux Core) and/or SMAW (Stick) welding.
• Ability to pass a 1-inch beveled groove fill-up weld test.
• Ability to pass required bend and cut tests.
• Strong knowledge of welding procedures and structural fabrication techniques.
• Ability to independently perform welding operations.
• Strong attention to weld quality, consistency, and workmanship.
• Ability to follow fabrication instructions and welding specifications.
• Experience safely operating welding and fabrication equipment.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, fabrication drawings, and welding symbols is preferred.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding on steel components according to established welding procedures and fabrication specifications.
• Operate Flux Core and/or Stick welding equipment safely and efficiently to complete assigned welding tasks.
• Prepare materials and weld joints according to production requirements.
• Follow applicable welding instructions, blueprints, and fabrication specifications to ensure completed work meets established standards.
• Maintain consistent welding technique, proper weld placement, and quality workmanship throughout production.
• Inspect completed welds for visible defects and verify that work meets applicable quality requirements.
• Identify welding concerns and make necessary corrections according to established procedures.
• Work independently to complete assigned welding responsibilities while maintaining production efficiency.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and properly care for welding equipment and tools.
• Follow all company safety procedures and required personal protective equipment guidelines.
• Perform additional structural welding and fabrication responsibilities as assigned.

Structural Steel Welding & Fabrication

Candidates must have practical experience welding structural steel components in an industrial fabrication environment. Responsibilities include preparing materials, performing welds according to established procedures, and maintaining consistent workmanship. Strong knowledge of structural welding techniques and the ability to produce quality welds independently are essential. Flux Core (FCAW) & Stick (SMAW) Welding Candidates must be proficient in Flux Core (FCAW) and/or Stick (SMAW) welding processes. Responsibilities include operating welding equipment, following applicable welding procedures, and producing welds that meet fabrication specifications. Candidates should understand proper weld preparation, welding technique, and the importance of maintaining consistent weld quality. Previous experience with structural steel fabrication using these welding processes is highly valuable.

Required Welding Certification & Weld Test

All candidates must have a current or previous 2G welding certification and successfully complete the required welding assessment.

Weld Test Requirements:
Material: 1-Inch Plate
Joint Preparation: Beveled Groove
Weld Procedure: Fill-Up Weld Test
Required Inspection: Bend Test
Additional Testing: Cut Test

Blueprint Reading & Weld Symbols

Experience reading and interpreting structural fabrication blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols is preferred. Candidates should be comfortable following welding specifications and understanding applicable fabrication requirements. Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow technical instructions are important for maintaining accurate, consistent welding work.

Quality Inspection & Workmanship

Maintain established company and customer weld quality standards throughout production. Inspect completed welds for visible defects and identify areas requiring correction. Candidates must be able to produce consistent welds while following applicable welding procedures and fabrication requirements. Strong attention to quality, safety, and production efficiency is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Structural Welder, Flux Core Welder, Stick Welder, or Industrial Fabrication Welder is preferred.
• Experience with the following is especially valuable: Structural steel welding, FCAW (Flux Core) welding, SMAW (Stick) welding, 2G welding certification, Groove weld preparation and fill-up, Weld qualification testing, Bend and cut testing, Blueprint and weld symbol interpretation, Industrial steel fabrication, Independent welding operations.
• Candidates with more than 3 years of structural welding experience and a demonstrated ability to produce high-quality welds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

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

Schedule Requirements

Day Shift Candidates must be available for the assigned daytime schedule and maintain dependable attendance and punctuality. Specific shift hours and workdays will be confirmed during the hiring process.

Why You'll Want This Opportunity

• 2 positions available
• Day-shift opportunity
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Higher pay potential for advanced welding skills
• Opportunity to utilize FCAW and SMAW welding experience
• Hands-on structural steel fabrication
• Opportunity to demonstrate advanced welding qualifications
• An excellent opportunity for experienced Structural Welders who take pride in quality workmanship and want to utilize their skills in an industrial fabrication environment.