Welder

Job DescriptionPrimary Responsibilities Able to understand direction and fulfill a task at the shop or rig location. Ability to travel & work in WTX up to 2 weeks when needed & work in the shop or rig location. Ability to work some weekends. Perform assignments under immediate or moderate supervision Perform arc and oxy-acetylene welding, cutting, and brazing on various ferrous and nonferrous metals, in accordance with established methods and procedures Read and interpret assembly drawings, engineering information sheets, work orders, checklists and test report. Able to participate and identify root cause of assembly and testing failures. Use hand tools and power tools to secure parts in place. Assembles and disassembles National Oilwell Varco proprietary and other proprietary oilfield equipment. Reports any material discrepancies or material defects to area supervisor. Effectively communicate with Supervisor/ Manager to quickly resolve problems related to products and procedures. Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to stand, sit, bend, and reach particularly for sustained periods of time Must be able to communicate, converse with, and exchange information by means of the spoken and written word Must be able to lift 25lbs to shoulder height Able to perform light physical effort to lift or move materials up to 40 pounds

WORKING CONDITIONS Ability to work in the South Texas & WTX weather environments, Cold, Hot, Rainy, & Windy Conditions. Machinery operation requires the use of forklift & safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protectors and work boots Standing 85% of the time Available to work overtime as required. Ability to work at night.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONSRequired Welding experience for 3+ plus years A high school diploma or equivalent Must be able to weld using 7018 STICK electrodes Demonstrable proficiency with assembling, testing and calibrating complex devices in a manufacturing or similar work environment. Demonstrable working knowledge of test equipment including but not limited to, bench power supplies, hand-held meters, etc. Relevant experience reading and understanding of drawings and specifications Experience with all types of hand tools such as: torque wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, wire strippers, and crimping tools. Attention to detail with a strong commitment to quality Excellent written and spoken English language skills.

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 $125 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

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