Job Description
Job Overview:
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 management
Actively 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.
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)
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: (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 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 MDLIVE virtual 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.
