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Fitter / Welder – Carbon Steel
$34 / hour
Posted 08/27/2026
Job ID:
139702
Job Description
Fitter / Welder – Carbon Steel
Pay: $34.00 per hour
Location: Tulsa, OK Area
Shift: Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Order #: 139702
Position Overview
Stand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Fitter / Welder to join a growing fabrication operation in the Tulsa area. This is a skilled position requiring strong fitting, layout, blueprint-reading, and carbon steel welding abilities.
The ideal candidate can independently read fabrication drawings, lay out and fit components to specification, and produce high-quality structural welds. Candidates must have previous Fitter/Welder experience and successfully complete the required 2G and 3G plate weld test using a 6010 root with 7018 fill and cap.
Required Experience & Skills
• Previous Fitter / Welder experience required
• Strong carbon steel fitting and welding experience
• Structural steel fabrication experience
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and weld symbols
• Strong layout and fit-up skills
• Experience measuring, positioning, and aligning fabricated components
• Proficiency with tape measures, squares, and fabrication measuring equipment
• Ability to produce high-quality structural welds
• Ability to successfully pass the required weld test
• Strong attention to dimensional accuracy and workmanship
• Reliable attendance and dependable work history
• Strong commitment to workplace and welding safety
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and welding symbols
• Lay out carbon steel components according to specifications
• Measure, mark, position, and align materials for fabrication
• Fit and assemble structural components prior to welding
• Verify fit-up and dimensions before completing welds
• Perform structural welding on carbon steel
• Produce welds according to required quality standards and specifications
• Inspect completed welds for quality and accuracy
• Identify and correct fit-up or welding concerns
• Operate welding machines, grinders, and fabrication equipment safely
• Maintain consistent productivity and workmanship throughout the shift
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow all company safety and production procedures
• Perform additional fitting, welding, and fabrication duties as assigned
Fitting & Layout Responsibilities
Candidates should be comfortable independently performing:
• Blueprint interpretation
• Material layout
• Measuring and marking
• Structural steel fit-up
• Component positioning
• Alignment and squaring
• Joint preparation
• Dimensional verification
• Tack-up and preparation for final welding
• Fabrication troubleshooting
Strong fitting ability is essential for this position.
Welding Responsibilities
• Perform structural welding on carbon steel
• Maintain proper welding technique and parameters
• Complete welds in required positions
• Follow applicable weld symbols and specifications
• Maintain consistent penetration and weld profile
• Inspect completed work for visible defects
• Correct welding concerns when necessary
• Maintain high standards for quality and craftsmanship
Weld Test Requirements
Candidates must successfully complete a hands-on weld test consisting of:
• 2G Position
• 3G Position
• 5/8-inch Plate
• 6010 Root
• 7018 Fill & Cap
Candidates should be comfortable with both the fitting and welding skills required to successfully complete this test.
Preferred Qualifications
• Advanced structural Fitter/Welder experience
• Heavy carbon steel fabrication experience
• 6010 and 7018 welding experience
• Previous 2G and 3G plate welding experience
• Strong structural blueprint-reading skills
• Advanced layout and measurement experience
• Experience working independently from fabrication drawings
• Previous work in a high-quality industrial fabrication shop
Key Skills for Success
• Carbon steel welding
• Structural fitting
• 6010 welding
• 7018 welding
• Blueprint reading
• Weld symbol interpretation
• Layout and measurement
• Structural fabrication
• Fit-up and alignment
• Dimensional accuracy
• Quality workmanship
• Safety awareness
Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift
• Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, positioning, pushing, and pulling
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required for fitting and welding
• Ability to safely handle carbon steel and fabricated components
• Comfortable working around welding equipment, grinders, sparks, heat, and industrial machinery
• Ability to safely perform physically demanding fabrication work while wearing required PPE
Work Environment
• Industrial welding and fabrication shop environment
• Hands-on structural fitting and carbon steel welding
• Regular work involving fabricated steel, welding machines, grinders, measuring equipment, and shop tools
• Skilled position requiring independent blueprint reading, layout, fit-up, and welding ability
• Quality-focused environment requiring accurate dimensions and consistent workmanship
• Stable Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM schedule
• Strong emphasis on safety, productivity, craftsmanship, and weld quality
Why You'll Want This Opportunity
• $34.00/hour
• Stable Monday–Friday day-shift schedule
• High-level skilled fabrication opportunity
• Utilize both fitting and welding expertise
• Hands-on structural carbon steel fabrication
• Opportunity to demonstrate advanced 6010 and 7018 welding skills
• Excellent fit for experienced Fitter/Welders who can independently read blueprints, fit components, and produce quality structural welds
• Opportunity to work with a growing Tulsa-area fabrication team
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
About Tulsa, OK
Join us in exploring exciting job opportunities in the vibrant area surrounding Tulsa, Oklahoma! Known for its rich cultural heritage, thriving arts scene, and endless outdoor adventures, Tulsa offers a perfect blend of work and play. With iconic landmarks like the BOK Center, Philbrook Museum of Art, and the Gathering Place, as well as unique cuisine ranging from barbecue to gourmet food trucks, this region truly has something for everyone. Cheer for the Tulsa Drillers baseball team at ONEOK Field, immerse yourself in a performance at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, or enjoy a leisurely day at Woodward Park. Discover why Tulsa is not just a place to work but a place to grow and thrive in your career!
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