Fitter / Welder
Shift Pay:
$23.00
00 per hour (Based on Experience)
Location:
Broken Arrow, OK Monday-Thursday:
6:00 AM
PM Friday:
6:00 AM
PM Saturday:
6:00 AM
AM Job Type:
Full-Time Job Order #: 151138 Position Overview Stand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Fitter / Welder for a busy fabrication operation in Broken Arrow. This position requires strong fitting, blueprint-reading, and welding skills to assemble and weld structural or vessel components according to drawings and specifications. The ideal candidate has extensive Fitter/Welder experience and can confidently work from blueprints and weld symbols, fit components accurately, and produce quality welds using MIG and Flux Core processes. Candidates must successfully complete a 3G weld test on 1/2-inch plate using a downhill MIG stringer with an uphill Flux Core fill and cap. Required Experience & Skills
- Fitter/Welder experience required; 5+ years preferred
- MIG welding experience required
- Flux Core welding experience required
- Strong fitting and fabrication skills
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Ability to understand weld symbols
- Experience fitting structural or vessel components
- Ability to accurately position and assemble fabricated components
- Strong measurement and layout skills
- Ability to successfully complete the required 3G weld test
- Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship
- Dependable attendance and ability to work the full production schedule
- Strong commitment to workplace and welding safety Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Read and interpret fabrication blueprints and drawings
- Follow applicable weld symbols and specifications
- Measure and lay out materials for fabrication
- Fit and assemble structural or vessel components
- Position and align components before welding
- Verify dimensions and fit-up before completing welds
- Tack components into position as required
- Perform MIG welding
- Perform Flux Core welding
- Complete structural and vessel fabrication according to production requirements
- Inspect completed work for visible quality concerns
- Identify and correct fit-up or welding issues
- Maintain accurate dimensions and alignment throughout fabrication
- Operate grinders and other fabrication tools as required
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
- Follow all company safety and production procedures
- Perform additional fitting, welding, and fabrication duties as assigned Fitting & Fabrication Responsibilities Candidates should be comfortable independently performing:
- Blueprint interpretation
- Weld symbol interpretation
- Material layout
- Measuring and marking
- Structural fit-up
- Vessel component fit-up
- Component positioning
- Alignment and squaring
- Tack welding
- Dimensional verification
- Preparation for final welding Strong fitting ability is essential for this position. Welding Responsibilities Candidates will perform welding using:
- MIG
- Flux Core
- Downhill MIG techniques
- Uphill Flux Core techniques
- 3G-position welding
- Carbon steel fabrication processes as applicable Welders must maintain consistent workmanship while meeting applicable production and quality requirements. Weld Test Requirements Candidates must successfully complete:
- 3G Position
- 1/2-inch Plate
- Downhill MIG Stringer
- Uphill Flux Core Fill & Cap Candidates should arrive prepared to demonstrate both fitting knowledge and production-level welding ability. Blueprint & Weld Symbol Requirements
- Read fabrication blueprints independently
- Interpret weld symbols
- Identify required dimensions and component locations
- Determine proper fit-up and orientation
- Follow applicable welding requirements
- Verify assemblies against drawings before final welding
- Identify discrepancies before components move further into production Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of Fitter/Welder experience
- Structural fabrication experience
- Pressure vessel or vessel fabrication experience
- Advanced MIG welding experience
- Advanced Flux Core welding experience
- Previous 3G welding experience
- Strong blueprint-reading ability
- Weld symbol knowledge
- Advanced fitting and layout experience
- Heavy industrial fabrication experience Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the workday
- Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, positioning, pushing, and pulling
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required for fitting and welding
- Ability to safely handle fabricated steel components
- Ability to safely operate welding equipment, grinders, and fabrication tools
- Comfortable performing physically demanding fabrication work throughout extended shifts
- Ability to safely wear all required PPE Work Environment
- Industrial welding and fabrication environment
- Regular work around structural and vessel components, welding machines, grinders, and fabrication equipment
- Hands-on position requiring blueprint reading, fitting, tack-up, and final welding
- Quality-focused environment requiring accurate dimensions and consistent weld workmanship
- Extended weekday schedule with Saturday hours
- Strong emphasis on safety, craftsmanship, productivity, and dependable attendance Why You'll Want This Opportunity
- Competitive pay of $23.00
- 28.00/hour, based on experience
- Significant weekly hours and earning potential
- Hands-on Fitter/Welder position
- Utilize both MIG and Flux Core welding skills
- Work with structural and vessel components
- Utilize advanced blueprint-reading, weld-symbol, and fitting skills
- Opportunity to demonstrate 3G welding ability
- Excellent fit for experienced Fitter/Welders looking for steady fabrication work in Broken Arrow Ready to Apply? Apply today for immediate consideration or call/text 918-582-0522 for more information. You can also apply in person at: Stand-By Personnel
- Tulsa Skilled Division 1531 E. 2nd St. Tulsa, OK 74120 Monday-Friday | 8 AM
- 4 PM