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Lead Structural Welder
$23 / hour
Posted 07/30/2026
Job ID:
126384
Job Description
Lead Structural Welder
Pay: $23.00 per hour (DOE – $22.00–$25.00/hour)
Location: Sapulpa, OK 74066
Shift: Choose Your Shift:
• 1st Shift: Monday–Friday | 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: Monday–Friday | 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Job Order #: 126384
Position Overview
Stand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Lead Structural Welder to oversee daily welding operations while performing high-quality structural welding in a busy fabrication facility in Sapulpa. This leadership position combines hands-on welding responsibilities with mentoring, quality control, and production oversight to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to specification.
The ideal candidate has extensive structural welding experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to producing exceptional workmanship while helping develop and support fellow welders.
Required Experience & Skills
• Proven experience performing structural welding
• Previous lead or supervisory welding experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of structural welding techniques, equipment, and safety standards
• Experience performing quality control inspections on completed welds
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Perform structural welding according to engineering drawings, welding procedures, and customer specifications
• Lead and support welders on the production floor while promoting productivity and teamwork
• Conduct quality control inspections to verify weld integrity and compliance with company standards
• Train, mentor, and coach welding personnel on best practices, quality expectations, and safety procedures
• Troubleshoot welding issues and implement corrective actions when necessary
• Ensure all work complies with company policies, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Collaborate with supervisors and management to meet production schedules and project deadlines
• Assist with additional fabrication and leadership responsibilities as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
• AWS or equivalent welding certifications
• Previous experience in heavy fabrication or structural steel manufacturing
• Experience leading teams and improving production efficiency
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes and welding quality standards
Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and repetitive physical activity throughout the shift
• Ability to safely work around welding equipment, heavy steel, heat, sparks, and industrial machinery while wearing required PPE
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding fabrication environment
Work Environment
• Heavy industrial fabrication and manufacturing facility
• Exposure to welding equipment, fabrication machinery, overhead cranes, heat, noise, and heavy steel materials
• Fast-paced production environment focused on safety, quality, and teamwork
• Leadership role with opportunities to influence production performance and team development
Why You'll Want This Opportunity
• Competitive pay ranging from $22.00–$25.00/hour based on experience
• Choice of first or second shift to fit your schedule
• Long-term temp-to-hire opportunity
• Weekly pay
• Opportunity to lead an experienced welding team in a growing fabrication facility
• Excellent career advancement potential in welding leadership and manufacturing operations
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
1531 E. 2nd St.
Tulsa, OK 74120
Monday–Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM
About Sapulpa, OK
Ready to embark on an exciting career journey in the vibrant community of Sapulpa, Oklahoma? This charming town just outside of Tulsa is brimming with job opportunities across various industries, promising growth and professional development for motivated individuals. Known for its friendly locals, rich history, and picturesque landscapes, Sapulpa offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities. With close proximity to the beautiful Keystone State Park, the rich cultural scene of Tulsa's art galleries and theaters, and the electrifying atmosphere of sporting events featuring the Tulsa Shock, there's something for everyone here. Explore our job listings today and discover the endless possibilities waiting for you in the Sapulpa area.
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