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Stick Welder - 1st Shift
$23 / hour
Posted 09/24/2026
Job ID:
152216
Job Description
Stick Welder – 1st Shift
Pay: $23.00 per hour
Location: Claremore, OK
Shift: 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Job Order #: 152216
Position Overview
Stand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Stick Welder for a manufacturing and fabrication opportunity in Claremore. This position is responsible for performing Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) to fabricate, repair, and assemble metal components and structures while maintaining established quality and safety standards.
The ideal candidate has previous Stick welding experience in an industrial, fabrication, construction, or maintenance environment and understands proper joint preparation, equipment setup, weld inspection, and repair procedures.
Candidates should be comfortable working with carbon steel, stainless steel, and structural components while using grinders, cutting torches, saws, measuring tools, and other fabrication equipment.
Required Experience & Skills
• Previous Stick / SMAW welding experience required
• Industrial, fabrication, construction, or maintenance welding experience
• Basic knowledge of welding techniques and joint preparation
• Understanding of basic weld symbols
• Ability to safely set up and operate Stick welding equipment
• Ability to follow written and verbal welding instructions
• Ability to inspect completed welds for visible defects
• Experience preparing materials before welding
• Ability to safely use grinders and other fabrication tools
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to weld quality and structural integrity
• Safety-conscious mindset
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Perform Stick / SMAW welding according to job requirements
• Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and structural components
• Set up welding machines for assigned work
• Select and use appropriate electrodes
• Set up leads, clamps, and related welding equipment
• Prepare materials before welding
• Clean and grind weld areas
• Cut materials when required
• Fit components to create proper weld joints
• Follow written and verbal welding instructions
• Complete welds according to applicable standards and tolerances
• Inspect completed welds for quality
• Use basic measuring tools to verify completed work
• Identify visible welding defects
• Repair or rework welds when necessary
• Operate grinders, cutting torches, saws, and basic hand tools
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Store welding equipment and materials properly
• Communicate production or quality concerns to supervisors
• Work with team members to support production requirements
• Follow all company safety and PPE procedures
• Perform additional welding and fabrication duties as assigned
Stick / SMAW Welding
Candidates should have hands-on experience performing Shielded Metal Arc Welding.
Responsibilities may include:
• Electrode selection
• Welding machine setup
• Lead and clamp setup
• Joint preparation
• Tack welding
• Structural welding
• Weld repair
• Multi-position welding as required
• Weld cleanup and inspection
Candidates must be capable of producing consistent, structurally sound welds while following applicable production requirements.
Materials
Depending on assignment, candidates may weld:
• Carbon steel
• Stainless steel
• Structural steel components
• Fabricated metal assemblies
• Other applicable industrial materials
Joint Preparation & Fit-Up
• Clean materials before welding
• Grind weld areas as required
• Cut components to prepare joints
• Fit materials before welding
• Position and align components
• Verify joint preparation
• Tack components when required
• Make adjustments before completing final welds
Proper preparation is essential to maintaining consistent weld quality.
Welding Equipment & Tools
Candidates may regularly use:
• Stick / SMAW welding machines
• Welding leads
• Electrodes
• Ground clamps
• Grinders
• Cutting torches
• Saws
• Tape measures
• Squares
• Gauges
• Basic hand and fabrication tools
Quality Responsibilities
• Visually inspect completed welds
• Verify weld appearance and workmanship
• Identify visible defects
• Check applicable measurements
• Repair defective welds
• Rework components when required
• Maintain consistent welding quality throughout production
• Ensure completed work meets applicable company and safety standards
Blueprints, Instructions & Weld Symbols
Candidates should have the ability to:
• Follow basic fabrication drawings
• Understand written work instructions
• Follow verbal welding instructions
• Interpret basic weld symbols
• Identify required dimensions and tolerances
• Use basic measuring tools to verify work
Preferred Qualifications
• Structural welding experience
• Pipe welding experience
• Heavy equipment repair experience
• Manufacturing welding experience
• Plant or industrial shop experience
• Carbon steel welding experience
• Stainless steel welding experience
• Cutting torch experience
• Advanced grinder experience
• Tape measure, square, and gauge experience
• Previous fabrication experience
Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift
• Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, positioning, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to lift and handle materials as required
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required for welding
• Ability to safely operate welding, grinding, and cutting equipment
• Comfortable performing physically demanding fabrication work
• Ability to safely work around metal components, welding equipment, sparks, heat, and industrial machinery
• Ability to wear all required PPE
Safety & PPE
Candidates must follow all applicable welding and shop safety requirements, including proper use of:
• Welding helmet
• Welding gloves
• Safety glasses
• Protective clothing
• Required footwear
• Additional PPE as assigned
Work Environment
• Industrial manufacturing and fabrication environment
• Regular work around welding equipment, grinders, cutting torches, saws, and fabricated metal
• Hands-on position involving welding, material preparation, fit-up, inspection, and repair
• Consistent 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM shift
• Strong emphasis on safety, weld quality, structural integrity, productivity, and dependable attendance
Why You'll Want This Opportunity
• Starting pay of $23.00/hour
• Consistent first-shift hours
• Utilize specialized Stick / SMAW welding skills
• Work with carbon steel, stainless steel, and structural components
• Hands-on fabrication and repair experience
• Opportunity to utilize structural or pipe welding experience
• Build additional fit-up, joint preparation, and weld-repair skills
• Excellent opportunity for an experienced Stick Welder looking for steady industrial work in Claremore
Ready to Apply?
Apply today for immediate consideration or call/text 918-576-7117 for more information.
You can also apply in person at:
Stand-By Personnel – Claremore
507 E. Will Rogers Blvd.
Claremore, OK 74017
Monday–Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM
About Claremore, OK
Discover your next career opportunity in the vibrant city of Claremore, Oklahoma! Nestled in the heart of the state, Claremore offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city opportunities. Imagine working in a community known for its historical landmarks like the Will Rogers Memorial Museum and the J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum, while also enjoying the scenic beauty of Lake Oologah and the nearby Cherokee Casino Will Rogers Downs! With a rich culture, delicious local cuisine, and close proximity to Tulsa's art galleries, theaters, and professional sports teams, Claremore is the ideal place to grow both personally and professionally. Explore our job listings today and take your career to new heights in this enchanting region.
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