Header Welder – Industrial Fabrication | 1st Shift

Header Welder – Industrial Fabrication | 1st Shift

Pay: $30.00–$34.00 per hour (Based on Experience)
Location: Tulsa, OK
Shift: Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Overtime: Saturdays as Needed
Job Order #: 155791

Position Overview

Stand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Header Welder for an industrial manufacturing and fabrication opportunity in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This position involves welding headers and pressure-related components according to fabrication drawings, welding procedures, and quality specifications.

Candidates should have previous hands-on experience with header welding, pressure vessel fabrication, or industrial pipe welding and be comfortable producing high-quality welds in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has strong welding skills, experience interpreting blueprints and weld symbols, and the ability to independently complete welding assignments while maintaining consistent quality standards.

This opportunity offers $30.00–$34.00 per hour, based on experience, with a Monday–Friday daytime schedule and Saturday overtime as needed.

Required Experience & Qualifications

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  Previous header welding, pressure vessel welding, or industrial pipe welding experience preferred
  
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  Strong knowledge of industrial welding processes and fabrication techniques
  
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  Ability to produce consistent, high-quality welds
  
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  Experience reading blueprints, fabrication drawings, and weld symbols
  
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  Familiarity with welding procedures and applicable quality requirements
  
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  Ability to prepare welding joints and properly position materials
  
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  Experience using grinders, measuring tools, and fabrication equipment
  
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  Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship
  
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  Ability to work independently and meet production expectations
  
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  Dependable attendance and commitment to workplace safety
  
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  Availability to work Saturdays when needed
  

Experience with MIG, Flux Core, TIG, or Stick welding is valuable, depending on the specific fabrication requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Perform welding on industrial headers and fabricated metal components according to production specifications.

Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings to determine welding requirements.

Prepare materials and weld joints, including cleaning, grinding, positioning, and fitting components as needed.

Operate welding equipment safely and maintain proper welding techniques throughout production.

Complete welds according to established procedures and applicable quality standards.

Inspect finished welds for visible defects, consistency, and overall workmanship.

Identify welding concerns and perform corrections according to approved procedures.

Work closely with Fitters and fabrication personnel to maintain efficient production workflow.

Maintain clean and organized work areas while following all company safety procedures.

Perform additional header welding and fabrication responsibilities as assigned.

Header Welding & Industrial Fabrication

Candidates will work with industrial header components used in fabricated piping and equipment assemblies.

Responsibilities include preparing welding joints, completing welds according to specifications, and maintaining consistent workmanship.

Previous experience welding headers, pressure vessels, or industrial piping is especially valuable.

Candidates should understand the importance of proper weld preparation, joint fit-up, and quality inspection.

Blueprint Reading & Weld Quality

Candidates should be comfortable interpreting technical drawings, welding symbols, and applicable fabrication specifications.

Responsibilities include following welding instructions, verifying component placement, and ensuring completed welds meet established quality requirements.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain consistent weld quality are essential.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This is a physically demanding position in an industrial fabrication environment.

Candidates must be comfortable standing and walking for extended periods, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, and positioning metal materials as required.

Work involves regular exposure to welding equipment, grinders, steel components, sparks, heat, and active fabrication machinery.

All required personal protective equipment and company safety procedures must be followed.

Schedule & Overtime

Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturday: Overtime as Needed

Candidates must be available for the assigned daytime schedule and willing to work Saturdays based on production requirements.

Ready to Apply?

Apply today for consideration and reference Job Order #155791.

Candidates should highlight previous experience with header welding, pressure vessel fabrication, industrial pipe welding, blueprint reading, and welding procedures on their resumes.

Apply online 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

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