Job Description

Welder I - Direct Hire

Location: Broken Arrow, OK (Onsite)

Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday-Thursday | 4:30 AM-3:00 PM

Starting Pay: $22.00/hour

Pay Growth Opportunity: Earn up to $28.00/hour upon successful completion of the API 1104 certification test

Advance Your Welding Career

PDS Tech Commercial is hiring a Welder I for a direct-hire opportunity with a respected manufacturer serving residential, commercial, industrial, and utility markets. If you're a safety-focused welder who takes pride in quality workmanship and wants a clear path to higher earnings, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.

Enjoy a consistent four-day workweek, long-term stability, and the opportunity to increase your pay through certification and skill development.

What You'll Do

• Set up and operate welding machines, fixtures, and related equipment
• Perform high-quality welds according to specifications and production requirements
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions
• Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections using measuring tools
• Adjust equipment to maintain quality and efficiency standards
• Perform routine maintenance on welding equipment
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Assist with steel assembly and CNC-related operations as needed
• Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements
• Support production goals, quality initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 6 months of welding experience (1+ year preferred)
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Experience using measuring and inspection tools
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred

• Manufacturing or production welding experience
• Steel assembly experience
• CNC experience
• Interest in obtaining API 1104 certification

Physical Requirements

• Stand for extended periods throughout the shift
• Frequently bend, reach, lift, grasp, and move materials
• Wear required PPE, including welding hood, gloves, safety glasses, and protective footwear
• Work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, including warm conditions

Safety shoes and safety glasses are required for the interview.

A welding test is required as part of the hiring process.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Direct-hire position with long-term career potential
• Four-day workweek with three-day weekends
• Starting pay of $22/hour
• Opportunity to increase earnings to $28/hour through API 1104 certification
• Hands-on training and skill development
• Work for an established manufacturer known for quality and innovation
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for advancement

If you're ready to build your welding skills, increase your earning potential, and join a company that values craftsmanship and safety, apply today.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.