Fitter/Welder

NOV Inc. • Fort Worth, TX

6h

About The Position

The Fitter/Welder performs welding and metal fabrication work, including FCAW and GMAW welding in horizontal and vertical positions, reading engineering drawings, and forming and dressing metal parts. The role processes production documentation, follows supervisor direction, raises technical problems, and operates welding equipment safely. The position supports productivity and delivery goals while complying with company and HSE policies and maintaining an organized work area.

Requirements

• Must have 1–3 years of experience and proficiency in the welding field.
• Must have related experience operating welding equipment used in the fabrication department.
• Experience using a cutting torch and plasma torch.
• Familiarity with SMAW and GMAW welding processes and competence reading and interpreting fabrication blueprints.
• Experience with layout and fit-up of weldments and/or inspection of weldments.
• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Word, Excel, and other necessary applications.
• Must pass the GMAW/FCAW Performance Qualification welding practical test within 30 days of employment.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screening, background check, and medical examination screenings.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions and address problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently, adapt and cross-train to learn job duties, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• 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 tolerate a manufacturing environment with heat, noise, and welding fumes.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding tasks using FCAW and GMAW in horizontal and vertical positions.
• Read and interpret basic engineering drawings.
• Heat form and dress metal parts using hand tools, a torch, or arc welding equipment.
• Properly process required information on production routers.
• Perform assigned tasks under the direction of a supervisor and bring technical problems to the supervisor's attention.
• Use safe working practices and operate welding machines and equipment safely.
• Work to improve efficiency and achieve productivity and delivery goals.
• Comply with 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.

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 preventative medical and dental care for the entire family when enrolled in NOV medical/dental plans and seeing an in-network physician.
• Free basic life and AD&D insurance at 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; relevant pre-NOV experience may be considered for vacation accruals.
• 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