Industrial Maintenance Welder Fabricator

NOV; Navasota (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV is seeking an experienced welder in Texas to perform MIG, TIG, arc, and oxy-acetylene welding on ferrous and nonferrous metals. You will read blueprints, interpret weld symbols, and ensure weld quality from start to finish.

You will operate welding equipment and shop tools safely, maintain production records, and comply with all safety policies. A high school diploma or GED plus welding experience is required; certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Commercial welding experience is required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints is required.
• Current and valid welding certification preferred.
• Welding school or vocational training preferred.
• Must pass the Grant Prideco welding test.

Responsibilities

• Create quality welds according to blueprints and weld symbols
• Prepare materials by grinding, drilling, milling, tapping, and cutting steel and aluminum parts
• Lay out, position, align, fit, bolt, clamp, and tack-weld components for final welding
• Set up and weld parts using applicable welding equipment
• Change welding wire and gas tanks as needed
• Perform arc and oxy-acetylene welding, cutting, and brazing using established procedures
• Use geometry, arithmetic, structural design, and metal thickness calculations to complete fabrication work accurately
• Maintain required production and welding documentation
• Inspect completed welds for accuracy and quality standards
• Perform additional work-related duties as assigned
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Welding

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certification preferred

Welding school or vocational training preferred

Job description

• Perform MIG, TIG, arc, and oxy-acetylene welding on ferrous and nonferrous metals
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and manufacturer specifications
• Inspect welds and finished products to ensure quality and accuracy
• Operate welding equipment, hand tools, and shop machinery safely and efficiently
• Maintain compliance with company safety policies and procedures

Job Description

• Perform MIG, TIG, arc, and oxy-acetylene welding on ferrous and nonferrous metals
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and manufacturer specifications
• Inspect welds and finished products to ensure quality and accuracy
• Operate welding equipment, hand tools, and shop machinery safely and efficiently
• Maintain compliance with company safety policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Create quality welds according to blueprints and weld symbols
• Prepare materials by grinding, drilling, milling, tapping, and cutting steel and aluminum parts
• Lay out, position, align, fit, bolt, clamp, and tack-weld components for final welding
• Set up and weld parts using applicable welding equipment
• Change welding wire and gas tanks as needed
• Perform arc and oxy-acetylene welding, cutting, and brazing using established procedures
• Use geometry, arithmetic, structural design, and metal thickness calculations to complete fabrication work accurately
• Maintain required production and welding documentation
• Inspect completed welds for accuracy and quality standards
• Perform additional work-related duties as assigned
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Commercial welding experience required
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints required
• Current and valid welding certification preferred
• Welding school or vocational training preferred
• Must pass the Grant Prideco welding test