Job Description

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.