Structural Welder – FCAW | Night Shift Pay: $23.00 per hour + $2.00 Shift Differential Location: Sapulpa, OK Shift: 5:00 PM – 5:00 AM Schedule: Monday–Saturday | Occasional Saturdays as Needed Job Type: Temp-to-Hire Job Order #: 153251
Position Overview
Stand-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 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:
- 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
Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate proper FCAW technique, penetration, consistency, and overall weld quality.
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 a 12-hour shift
- Ability to safely work around welding equipment, grinders, sparks, heat, metal, and industrial machinery
- Ability to wear all required PPE
Schedule Requirements
- Night Shift|5:00 PM – 5:00 AM
- Extended12-hour shifts
- Occasional Saturday work based on production needs
Candidates 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 attendance
Why 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 Sapulpa