Welder Apprentice

Westerman; Catoosa (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Health Savings Account

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Employee Assistance Program

Employee‑Owned Company

Job summary

Westerman, Inc. in Catoosa, OK seeks an apprentice welder to begin with MIG and Flux Core welding, learning to read blueprints and use measuring tools. This entry-level role supports production teams, with a path toward departmental placement within about six months based on performance.

The position emphasizes reliability, safety, and a strong work ethic to meet quality standards while developing hands-on welding skills under mentorship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Welding Certificate and/or 0-6 months of previous welding or equivalent knowledge required.
• Must be able to pass weld skill pre-employment assessment.
• Practice and pass basic ASME welder performance qualification tests if applicable.
• Intermediate math skills and ability to read a tape measure required.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Regular and punctual attendance at work is essential.
• Sets up welding machine to MIG or Flux Core wire as needed to meet production and quality standards.
• Assists Welders in fit up, grinding, cutting, and equipment setup.
• Assists in layout of tanks and pressure vessel parts.
• Safely operates SMAW, GMAW or SAW duties.
• Learns to properly identify and document vessel parts/components.

Skills

MIG welding

Flux Core welding

Blueprint reading

Tape measure

Math skills

Basic welding knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding Certificate

Tools

ASME welder qualification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 30 - Westerman - Catoosa, OK 74015

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $19.00 - $19.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Westerman, Inc., an employee‑owned company, is a multiple‑site manufacturer of production and storage equipment within the oil, gas, and nuclear industries. Our equipment helps optimize well pad design, improve separation efficiency and lower overall equipment spend through high‑performance surface separation and processing technology. Our equipment is setting new standards for performance and economics nationwide.

Summary

This is an apprentice level role for establishing the skills of first level welders. It is expected most individuals hired into this position will proceed to their departmental placement within 6 months or less. A successful candidate is self‑motivated and utilizes a strong work ethic to ensure all quality levels are met and career progression is established.

Responsibilities

• Regular and punctual attendance at work is an essential job function of each position and is necessary to your individual effectiveness and that of your work group. Regular and punctual attendance is required of all employees.
• Sets up welding machine to MIG or Flux Core wire as needed to meet production and quality standards.
• Assists Welders in fit up, grinding, cutting, and equipment setup.
• Assists in layout of tanks and pressure vessel parts.
• Safely operates and performs SMAW, GMAW or SAW duties.
• Safely operates various hand/air/power tools.
• Learns to properly identify and document vessel parts/components.
• Assists assigned mentor as necessary.
• Inspects and welds all parts ensuring there are no welding flaws, discontinuities, or defects with mentor’s guidance.
• Completes 90‑day checklist.
• Complies with the 5 As of performance (Attendance, Attitude, Adaptability, Accident‑free, and Accountability).
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Organizes work area with instruction from group leaders to meet production demands.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

Salary

$19 per hour.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee‑Owned Company

Schedule

Monday – Friday
Weekends as needed
Day shift

Location

5215 Arkansas Road
Catoosa, Oklahoma 74015

ON SITE

• Barber
• Gym
• Market

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Welding Certificate and/or 0-6 months of previous welding or equivalent knowledge required.
• Must be able to pass weld skill pre‑employment assessment.
• Practice and pass basic ASME welder performance qualification tests if applicable.
• Intermediate math skills and ability to read a tape measure required.
• Must be able to distinguish between part numbers and sizes required.
• Must be able to count and label parts accurately.
• Must be able to learn pressure gauges and how to read them.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints strongly preferred.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, up to entire length of shift.
• Must be able to handle physical, repetitive work.
• Must be able to exert moderate to heavy physical effort with lifting requirement up to 50 pounds.
• Must have a strong range of motion.
• Must be able to sit, stand, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend.
• Must be able to see, speak, read, and hear.
• Must be able to read instructions and all measuring devices.
• Must use fingers and hands to manipulate tools and small parts.
• Must be able to walk over both even and uneven surfaces.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE.
• Must be physically able to access all areas of the plant and grounds.
• Some aspects of this position may require working in tight quarters.
• Some aspects of this position may require close vision, depth perception, the ability to see small detail, and the ability to adjust focus.