Welding Apprentice — Fast Track to Skilled Welder (401k/PTO)

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

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.