Night Shift Welder

NOV•Houma, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

NOV is seeking a night shift Welder to join our Houma, LA team! This role involves performing various welding processes on a range of materials, interpreting technical drawings, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met. The Welder will operate shop equipment and maintain accurate documentation.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of industrial welding experience preferred.
Ability to pass company weld qualification tests.
Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols.
Knowledge of proper use of measuring tools.
Ability to safely operate overhead cranes and fabrication equipment.
Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb.
Lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
Wear welding hood, gloves, and other PPE as required.
Ability to perform repetitive welding tasks for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
API 6A manufacturing experience.
Experience welding F22, 4130, stainless steel, and Inconel alloys.
Experience welding pressure-containing components preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW welding processes as qualified.
Weld carbon steel, low alloy steel, stainless steel, duplex, super duplex, Inconel, and other specialty alloys.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, travelers, WPSs, and manufacturing work instructions.
Maintain required preheat, interpass temperatures, and heat input in accordance with approved procedures.
Perform interpass cleaning and grinding between weld passes.
Complete all required production documentation accurately.
Maintain proper material identification and traceability throughout the manufacturing process.
Operate overhead cranes, positioners, welding equipment, and other shop equipment safely.
Follow all approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
Perform self-inspections before submitting work for inspection.
Report nonconforming conditions immediately.
Maintain workmanship standards on every weld.
Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Maintain a clean work area free of hazards.