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Assembler

National Oilwell Varco

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Fort Worth, TX
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First Shift
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Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible to participate in the safe assembly, build, repair, and/or test a variety of new and older mobile oilfield service equipment using standard and/or non-standard tools, equipment, and procedures. Using considerable judgment to ensure quality, correct parts, and/or proper procedures are used
  • Read equipment assembly specifications, such as charts, schematics, blueprints, and typed instructions and details and communicate any questions or discrepancy back to Crew Chief. 
  • Brings technical problems encountered to the Crew Chief’s attention for resolution throughout the project
  • Operate rigging equipment, forklifts & other machinery
  • Assemble mechanical components and perform basic mechanical tasks
  • Participate in regular shop/yard organization and cleanliness exercises
  • Train new employees in assembly operations as required
  • Complete and maintain various records and documentation
  • Demonstrate the capability to work independently or in a team on complex and multiple projects requiring judgment to resolve problems
  • Familiarize yourself with operation controls such as safe working practices and job hazard analysis as appropriate to specific work tasks
  • Responsible to follow all applicable company and corporate policies, guiding principles, procedures and programs; including but not limited to the process map, support processes, health, safety and environmental requirements
  • Responsible to supply your own tools; a minimum recommendation list is available. The company will lend some atypical tools for temporary use. Further information is available.
  • All other duties as assigned

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Must demonstrate aptitude in mechanical and/or hydraulic assembly, troubleshooting, and repair; diesel mechanics; pump and/or valve assembly, disassembly, or repair; and/or oilfield experience in maintenance and repair of Hydra Rig or related systems
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of employees and departments
  • Applicant may have 1-5+ years’ experience or demonstrate competency in related field
  • Must be legal to work in the United States
  • Performs more complex duties requiring some skills and judgment
  • Makes some decisions independently and works under general supervision
  • Knowledge and problem-solving skills being developed
  • Generally, may have 3-5 years’ experience

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 $139 per pay period (bi-weekly)
  • Employees and their spouse enrolled in a medical plan can receive up to $350 (pre-tax) each per year for participating in Choose Well-being Rewards 
  • 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