Night Shift Welder

National Oilwell Varco; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

National Oilwell Varco in Houma, LA is seeking an experienced welder to perform SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW welding across carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex and other alloys. You will read engineering drawings, use WPSs, and maintain proper preheat and heat input per procedures, while keeping meticulous production documentation.

Requirements include a minimum of 2 years in industrial welding, ability to pass weld qualification tests, and capability to operate shop equipment and overhead cranes

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• 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.

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.

Skills

SMAW welding

GTAW welding

GMAW welding

Blueprints & weld symbols

Weld qualification tests

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Overhead cranes

Fabrication equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

• 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.

Quality Responsibilities

• 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.

Safety Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain a clean work area free of hazards.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• API 6A manufacturing experience.
• Experience welding F22, 4130, stainless steel, and Inconel alloys.
• Experience welding pressure-containing components preferred.

Physical Requirements

• 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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 43083
• Job Category Welding
• Posting Date 08/06/2026, 07:30 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 103 Venture Boulevard, Houma, LA, 70360, US