Fitter/Welder - K Building

NOV; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Medical plans

MDLIVE virtual visits

Dental care

Life and AD&D insurance

Vacation 3 weeks

11 paid holidays

Job summary

NOV in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a skilled welder to perform FCAW, GMAW and SMAW, read drawings, and work under supervision in a manufacturing setting.

Candidates should have 5–10 years experience, pass welding qualification tests, and maintain safe, organized work areas while meeting productivity goals. This role offers competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5–10 years of welding experience in fabrication.
• Experience with SMAW and GMAW plus reading blueprints.
• Must pass GMAW/FCAW qualification test within 30 days.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret fabrication drawings.
• Operate FCAW/GMAW and SMAW welding processes.
• Maintain safe work practices and comply with policies.
• Keep work area clean and organized; document production data.
• Collaborate with supervisor and team to meet productivity goals.

Skills

FCAW

GMAW

SMAW

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cutting torch

Plasma torch

Welding equipment

Job description

Job Description

• Perform welding tasks effectively using FCAW and GMAW in horizontal and vertical positions.
• Read and interpret basic engineering drawings.
• Heat form and dress metal parts using hand tools, torch, or arc welding equipment.
• Properly process necessary information on production routers.
• Perform assigned tasks under the direction of supervisor.
• Bring technical problems encountered to supervisor.
• Responsible for using safe working practices and for the safe operation of welding machines and equipment.
• Work to improve efficient to achieve productivity and delivery goals.
• Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean & organized work area; utilize safe work habits.
• Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Must be familiar with SMAW and GMAW welding processes, competent reading, and interpretation of fabrication blueprints.
• Must be able to maintain proper organization on documentation and work areas, follow all company policies and safety measures.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Able to work well in a team environment as well as self-directed when working independently.
• Ability to adapt and be cross trained to learn all job duties.
• Ability to multitask in fast paced environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 5-10 yrs of experience with proficiency in the welding field.
• Must have related experience in operation of welding equipment available in fabrication department.
• Experience using a cutting torch, and plasma torch.
• Must be familiar with SMAW and GMAW welding processes, competent reading, and interpretation of fabrication blueprints.
• Experience with lay out and fit up of weldments and/or inspection of weldments.
• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Word, Excel and other necessary applications.
• Must be able to pass the GMAW/FCAW Performance Qualification welding practical test within 30 days of employment.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and medical examinations screenings.
• Ability to lift weights up to 50lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, twist, reach and perform repetitive motions for up to 12 hours daily.
• Tolerance to work in a manufacturing environment with heat, noise, and exposure to welding fumes.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

(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 MDLIVE 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.