Welder - Submarine Building

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lay out, position, align, and fit components using appropriate machines, tools, and equipment
• Bolt, clamp, and tack-weld parts to secure proper alignment prior to final welding
• Set up and weld components using approved welding equipment and procedures
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, written instructions, and manufacturer specifications to determine hole locations, cuts, bends, and assembly requirements
• Apply working knowledge of geometry, arithmetic, structural design, heat effects, and material thickness allowances
• Safely and correctly use hand tools and set up and operate applicable shop machinery
• Perform arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding, cutting, and brazing on ferrous and non-ferrous metals in accordance with established standards and procedures
• Complete and maintain required production and quality documentation
• Perform additional work-related duties as assigned
• Comply with all NOV company policies, safety standards, and HSE procedures

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of five (5) years of welding experience required
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Willing and able to work in both field and shop environments.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from fabrication and engineering drawings.
• Must successfully pass a 6GR welding qualification test.
• Proficient in welding using E7018 SMAW (Stick) electrodes.
• Must successfully complete a comprehensive fabrication skills assessment, including demonstration of 7018 Stick welding proficiency.
• Strong understanding of blueprint interpretation, welding specifications, and welding procedures.
• Knowledge of precision measuring instruments, including but not limited to calipers, inside and outside micrometers, depth gauges, indicators, and scales.
• Ability to use and read welding and layout measuring devices, including squares, levels, and tape measures.
• Capable of performing accurate layout work from blueprints.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Physically capable of climbing up to 120 feet while wearing and using approved fall-protection equipment.

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. Visit usbenefits.nov.com/cost-for-coverage for more information.
• 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.