Fitter/Welder

NOV • Fort Worth, TX

5d

About The Position

The Fitter/Welder performs welding tasks using FCAW and GMAW in horizontal and vertical positions, reads and interprets basic engineering drawings, and heats, forms, and dresses metal parts using hand tools, a torch, or arc welding equipment. The role processes required information on production routers and completes assigned tasks under supervisor direction, bringing technical problems to the supervisor’s attention.

The position is responsible for safe work practices and safe operation of welding machines and equipment, improving efficiency to meet productivity and delivery goals, complying with NOV and HSE policies and procedures, and maintaining a clean, organized work area. Other work-related tasks may be assigned.

The role requires familiarity with SMAW and GMAW welding processes, fabrication blueprints, welding equipment, cutting and plasma torches, and weldment layout and fit-up or inspection. The employee must pass a GMAW/FCAW performance qualification welding practical test within 30 days of employment, as well as complete the stated pre-employment screenings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience with proficiency in the welding field.
• Related experience operating welding equipment used in a fabrication department.
• Experience using a cutting torch and plasma torch.
• Familiarity with SMAW and GMAW welding processes and ability to read and interpret fabrication blueprints.
• Experience with layout and fit-up of weldments and/or inspection of weldments.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and other necessary applications.
• Pass the GMAW/FCAW Performance Qualification welding practical test within 30 days of employment.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and medical examination screenings.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and memos; apply commonsense understanding to written or oral instructions; and deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, twist, reach, and perform repetitive motions for up to 12 hours daily.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with heat, noise, and exposure to welding fumes.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Pre-NOV relevant experience may be considered for vacation accruals.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding tasks using FCAW and GMAW in horizontal and vertical positions.
• Read and interpret basic engineering drawings and fabrication blueprints.
• Heat, form, and dress metal parts using hand tools, a torch, or arc welding equipment.
• Process required information on production routers.
• Perform assigned tasks under the direction of a supervisor and bring technical problems to the supervisor.
• Use safe working practices and operate welding machines and equipment safely.
• Improve efficiency to achieve productivity and delivery goals.
• Comply with NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and use safe work habits.
• Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.
• Maintain organization of documentation and work areas and follow company policies and safety measures.
• Work effectively in a team or independently, adapt and cross-train, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with NOV matching every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar invested.
• Competitive medical plans effective on the date of hire.
• Free MDLIVE virtual visits when enrolled in an NOV medical plan.
• Free preventive 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 equal to two times annual salary for full-time employees.
• Three weeks of paid vacation per year for regular full-time employees, prorated based on start date.
• Up to 11 paid holidays per year for regular full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED