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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lay out, position, align, and fit components using appropriate machines, tools, and equipment
- Bolt, clamp, and tack-weld parts to secure proper alignment prior to final welding
- Set up and weld components using approved welding equipment and procedures
- Interpret blueprints, drawings, written instructions, and manufacturer specifications to determine hole locations, cuts, bends, and assembly requirements
- Apply working knowledge of geometry, arithmetic, structural design, heat effects, and material thickness allowances
- Safely and correctly use hand tools and set up and operate applicable shop machinery
- Perform arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding, cutting, and brazing on ferrous and non-ferrous metals in accordance with established standards and procedures
- Complete and maintain required production and quality documentation
- Perform additional work-related duties as assigned
- Comply with all NOV company policies, safety standards, and HSE procedures
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of five (5) years of welding experience required
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
JOB REQUIREMENTSÂ
- Must successfully pass a drug test, background check, and physical
- Willing and able to work in both field and shop environments
- Ability to read, interpret, and work from fabrication and engineering drawings
- Must successfully pass a 6GR welding qualification test
- Proficient in welding using E7018 SMAW (Stick) electrodes
- Must successfully complete a comprehensive fabrication skills assessment, including demonstration of 7018 Stick welding proficiency
- Strong understanding of blueprint interpretation, welding specifications, and welding procedures
- Knowledge of precision measuring instruments, including but not limited to calipers, inside and outside micrometers, depth gauges, indicators, and scales
- Ability to use and read welding and layout measuring devices, including squares, levels, and tape measures
- Capable of performing accurate layout work from blueprints
- Ability to work overtime as required
- Physically capable of climbing up to 120 feet while wearing and using approved fall-protection equipment
- Must be able to stand, walk, reach, crouch, crawl or kneel for a minimum of 65% of the day
- Must be able to constantly lift 10 pounds and occasionally lift 50#
- Must be able to work around loud noises while using ear protectionÂ
COMPETITIVE BENEFITS:Â (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
- Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Visit usbenefits.nov.com/cost-for-coverage for more information.
- FREE MDLIVEÂ virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
- FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
- FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
- All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
- All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.
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