The Fitter Welder II is responsible for welding and fitting jobs and making sure all weldments are welded within the right welding procedures and built to print in a timely manner. Based in Fort Worth, this position will report to the Team Lead and/or Supervisor of the department and will often work alongside other members of the manufacturing team.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

- 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.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

- High school diploma or GED preferred.

- Must have a minimum of 1 – 3 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.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

- Ability to pass a drug screen & background check.

- 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.

- Factory environment with large range in temperature changes.

- Ability to stand, walk, bend/stoop, push/pull and repetitive movement up to 12 hours daily.

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 cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) as of your first date of hire for as little as $142 per pay period (bi-weekly.)

- 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 (for full-time employees).

- All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date).

- All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.