Welding Apprentice: Hands-On Training & Growth

Westerman, Inc; Catoosa (OK); On-site; USD 16,531 - 30,307; 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-Owned Company

Job summary

Westerman, Inc. is seeking a Welder Apprentice at our Catoosa, OK facility. This entry-level role focuses on building foundational welding skills under experienced mentors, with opportunity for departmental placement within six months.

You will set up MIG/Flux Core welding, assist welders, read blueprints, and learn to operate pressure vessel components. A commitment to safety and quality is essential in this on-site position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Welding Certificate and/or 0-6 months of previous welding or equivalent knowledge.
• Must be able to pass weld skill pre-employment assessment.
• Ability to read blueprints preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up welding machine to MIG or Flux Core to meet production/quality standards.
• Assist Welders in fit up, grinding, cutting and equipment setup.
• Assist in layout of tanks and pressure vessel parts.
• Safely operate and perform SMAW, GMAW or SAW duties.
• Learn to identify and document vessel parts/components under mentorship.
• Inspect and weld parts to ensure no welding flaws or defects.

Skills

Basic math

Read tape measure

Blueprints

Education

Welding Certificate

Tools

Tape measure

Job description

Westerman, Inc. is seeking a Welder Apprentice at our Catoosa, OK facility. This entry-level role focuses on building foundational welding skills under experienced mentors, with opportunity for departmental placement within six months.

You will set up MIG/Flux Core welding, assist welders, read blueprints, and learn to operate pressure vessel components. A commitment to safety and quality is essential in this on-site position.