Structural Welder – FCAW | 1st Shift

Stand-By Personnel, Inc.; Sapulpa (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Stand-By Personnel, Inc. is seeking an experienced Structural Welder for a temp-to-hire role in Sapulpa, OK. The position focuses on Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) on structural steel, with blueprints and welding symbol interpretation required.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and consistent weld performance. The ideal candidate will pass a vertical-up FCAW weld test and maintain strong attendance and reliability.

Qualifications

• Must have FCAW structural welding experience.
• Must pass the required weld qualification test.
• Experience with structural steel fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to understand welding symbols.
• Ability to accurately use measuring tools.
• Strong focus on weld quality and accuracy.
• Ability to follow welding specifications and production requirements.
• Commitment to workplace safety.
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding using FCAW / Flux Core.
• Weld and fabricate steel components according to specifications.
• Read and interpret fabrication blueprints.
• Follow applicable welding symbols.
• Measure and position components as required.
• Prepare materials and joints for welding.
• Perform vertical-up welding.
• Fill and cap weld joints.
• Grind and prepare backside weld areas.
• Inspect completed welds for defects.

Skills

FCAW welding experience

Welding test pass

Structural fabrication experience

Read blueprints

Interpret welding symbols

Use measuring tools

Weld quality & accuracy

Follow welding specs

Workplace safety

Reliable transportation

Dependable attendance

Job description

Structural Welder – FCAW | 1st Shift Pay: $23.00 per hour Location: Sapulpa, OK Shift: 5:00 AM – 5:30 PM Schedule: Monday–Saturday | Occasional Saturdays as Needed Job Type: Temp-to-Hire Job Order #: 153249

Position Overview

Stand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Structural Welder for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Sapulpa. This position performs Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) on structural steel components in a fast-paced production and fabrication environment. Candidates must have previous structural Flux Core welding experience, be able to read blueprints and welding symbols, and successfully complete the required vertical-up FCAW weld test. The ideal candidate produces consistent, high-quality structural welds while maintaining strong safety, quality, and production standards.

Required Experience & Skills

• Previous FCAW structural welding experience required
• Ability to pass the required weld qualification test
• Structural steel fabrication experience
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to understand welding symbols
• Ability to accurately use measuring tools
• Strong attention to weld quality and accuracy
• Ability to follow welding specifications and production requirements
• Strong commitment to workplace and welding safety
• Reliable transportation required
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding using FCAW / Flux Core
• Weld and fabricate steel components according to specifications
• Read and interpret fabrication blueprints
• Follow applicable welding symbols
• Measure and position components as required
• Prepare materials and joints for welding
• Perform vertical-up welding
• Fill and cap weld joints
• Grind and prepare backside weld areas
• Inspect completed welds for visible defects
• Verify completed work meets quality requirements
• Correct applicable welding concerns
• Maintain consistent weld quality throughout production
• Follow established production standards
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements
• Perform additional structural welding and fabrication duties as assigned

FCAW / Flux Core Welding Candidates must have hands-on experience performing Flux Core Arc Welding on structural components. Responsibilities may include:

• Joint preparation
• Structural fit-up support
• Tack welding
• Vertical-up welding
• Multi-pass welding
• Fill and cap operations
• Backside grinding
• Weld repair and cleanup
• Finished-weld inspection

Required FCAW Weld Test Candidates must successfully complete the required structural weld qualification test. The test consists of:

• Weld 3/8-inch plate
• Weld in the vertical-up position
• Fill and cap the front side
• Grind the backside
• Fill and cap the backside

Blueprints & Weld Symbols Candidates should be able to:

• Read structural fabrication blueprints
• Interpret welding symbols
• Identify required weld locations
• Follow applicable measurements
• Determine component orientation
• Follow welding specifications
• Verify completed work against production requirements

Quality Responsibilities

• Inspect completed welds for quality and accuracy
• Identify visible weld defects
• Maintain consistent workmanship
• Follow applicable welding requirements
• Complete repairs or rework when necessary
• Maintain attention to quality throughout extended production shifts
• Communicate quality concerns promptly
• Help prevent nonconforming work from advancing through production

Preferred Qualifications

• Structural Welder experience
• Advanced FCAW / Flux Core experience
• Structural steel fabrication experience
• Vertical-up welding experience
• Heavy fabrication experience
• Blueprint-reading experience
• Weld-symbol knowledge
• Grinding and weld-preparation experience
• Production welding experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift
• Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, positioning, pushing, and pulling
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required for welding
• Ability to safely handle structural steel components
• Comfortable performing physically active fabrication work throughout extended shifts
• Ability to safely work around welding equipment, grinders, sparks, heat, metal, and industrial machinery
• Ability to wear all required PPE

Schedule Requirements Regular schedule:

• 5:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Monday–Saturday
• Saturdays may be worked based on production needs

Candidates must be comfortable with extended shifts and maintain consistent productivity, safety, and weld quality throughout the workday.

Work Environment

• Structural steel fabrication and production environment
• Regular work around FCAW equipment, structural steel, grinders, and fabrication machinery
• Hands-on position involving welding, material preparation, inspection, and fabrication
• Extended first-shift schedule
• Strong emphasis on weld quality, safety, productivity, and dependable attendance

Why You'll Want This Opportunity

• Starting pay of $23.00/hour
• Temp-to-hire opportunity
• Long-term employment potential
• Steady production hours
• Utilize specialized FCAW structural welding skills
• Hands-on structural steel fabrication work
• Build additional vertical-up and multi-pass welding experience
• Excellent opportunity for an experienced Structural Welder looking for steady work in Sapulpa