Spiral Mill Operator

NOV; Pampa (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Competitive medical plans

MDLIVE virtual visits

Free preventive care

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

NOV is seeking an experienced welder to prepare wind tower sections for fabrication, set up, and operate a sub-arc welder. You will weld, grind, and repair sections, ensuring defects are fixed before inspection.

The role requires attention to detail, AWS welding knowledge, and the ability to read measurements in multiple units. You will work primarily in a production setting with emphasis on safety and quality."

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and safety-focused workmanship.
• Knowledge of welding properties for various metals and alloys.
• Ability to read US customary and metric measurements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare wind tower sections for fabrication and set up/operate the sub-arc welder.
• Weld, grind, and repair wind tower sections and fix seaming defects as directed.
• Maintain and be accountable for tools and equipment.
• Ensure timely, efficient work delivering a quality product without defects.
• Follow safety policies and participate in department safety practices.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Welding knowledge

Reading measurements

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AWS welding certification (preferred)

Trade school graduation (preferred)

Tools

Sub-arc welding equipment

Job description

Description

• Operate spiral mill equipment safely and efficiently.
• Meet production and quality targets.
• Minimize scrap, defects, and downtime.
• Follow HSE and operating procedures.
• Perform inspections and basic troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate production records and good housekeeping.

Responsibilities

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Following supervisor instructions to prepare wind tower sections for fabrication operations, set up, and operate the sub-arc welder
• Welding, grinding, and repairing wind tower sections before presenting them to Quality Inspectors; repairing all seaming defects as directed
• Working primarily independently, with essential tools and welding equipment provided; employee is responsible for maintaining and being accountable for tools and equipment
• Ensuring timely and efficient work to deliver a quality product without manufacturing defects
• Performing additional duties as directed by leadership and managementActively participating in department safety and demonstrating excellent safety practices and behaviors in compliance with all safety policies and procedures
• Completing other work-related tasks as assigned

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• To carry out all duties in accordance with the Quality Assurance procedures and departmental works instructions.
• To contribute to general improvements in the quality of key activities within the department.
• Comply with all Keystone Tower Systems Company and HSE procedures and policies.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of welding properties for a variety of metals and alloys
• Thorough understanding of welding procedures and practices, including the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and work with standard U.S. and Metric measurements
• Ability to identify and communicate production or maintenance problems to departmental supervision
• A highly motivated, passionate approach to their craft, possessing integrity and drive to excel and deliver exceptional results in a team-oriented production environment

Competitive Benefits:

• 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. Coverage options for just yourself as an eligible employee start at as little as $40 per pay period (bi-weekly), and plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) start at $150.50 per pay period (bi-weekly).
• Starting in 2026, FREE MDLIVEvirtual 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.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of an AWS welder qualification test and the ability to use sub-arc welding equipment without difficulty
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment and/or at least 1 year of fabrication experience (preferred)
• Graduation certificate from an accredited trade school (preferred)
• American Welding Society (AWS) welding certification (preferred)