Structural Welder - FCAW | Night Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-hire

Night shift

Job summary

Stand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Structural Welder for a night-shift temp-to-hire opportunity in Sapulpa, OK. This role focuses on Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) of structural steel, requiring reading blueprints and welding symbols, and passing a vertical-up weld test.

Expect a 12-hour night schedule with safety and quality requirements. Ideal candidates bring FCAW experience, blueprint literacy, attention to weld quality, and dependable attendance.

Qualifications

• Hands-on FCAW structural welding experience.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.
• Able to pass the required vertical-up FCAW weld test.
• Maintain safety and production standards on a 12-hour night shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding using FCAW and fabricate steel components to spec.
• Read and interpret fabrication blueprints and welding symbols.
• Position, measure, and prepare joints for welding; verify weld quality.
• Inspect finished welds and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Follow all safety procedures and production standards throughout shifts.

Skills

FCAW welding

Blueprint reading

Welding symbols

Measuring tools

Safety compliance

Attendance reliability

Job description

Structural Welder – FCAW | Night ShiftPay: $23.00 per hourLocation: Sapulpa, OKShift: 5:00 PM – 5:00 AMSchedule: Monday–Saturday | Occasional Saturdays as NeededJob Type: Temp-to-HireJob Order #: 153251Position OverviewStand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Structural Welder for a night-shift 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 is a dependable structural Welder who can consistently produce high-quality work while maintaining established safety and production standards throughout a 12-hour night shift.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• Ability to maintain productivity throughout a 12-hour night shift• Strong commitment to workplace and welding safety• Reliable transportation required• Dependable attendance and strong work ethicEssential 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 assignedFCAW / Flux Core WeldingCandidates 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 inspectionRequired FCAW Weld TestCandidates must successfully complete the required structural weld qualification test:• Weld 3/8-inch plate• Weld in the vertical-up position• Fill and cap the front side• Grind the backside• Fill and cap the backsideCandidates should be prepared to demonstrate proper FCAW technique, penetration, consistency, and overall weld quality.Blueprints & Weld SymbolsCandidates 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 requirementsQuality 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 productionPreferred 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 experiencePhysical 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 a 12-hour shift• Ability to safely work around welding equipment, grinders, sparks, heat, metal, and industrial machinery• Ability to wear all required PPESchedule Requirements• Night Shift | 5:00 PM – 5:00 AM• Extended 12-hour shifts• Occasional Saturday work based on production needsCandidates must be comfortable working overnight and maintaining consistent productivity, safety, and weld quality throughout the full shift.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 night-shift schedule• Strong emphasis on weld quality, safety, productivity, and dependable attendanceWhy You'll Want This Opportunity• Starting pay of $23.00/hour• Temp-to-hire opportunity• Long-term employment potential• Consistent night-shift 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 SapulpaReady to Apply?Apply today for immediate consideration and reference Job Order #153251.Apply online or call/text 918-582-0522 for more information.You can also apply in person at:Stand-By Personnel – Tulsa Skilled Division1531 E. 2nd St.Tulsa, OK 74120Monday–Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM