Primary Responsibilities
- Perform MIG, TIG, arc, and oxy-acetylene welding on ferrous and nonferrous metals
- Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and manufacturer specifications
- Inspect welds and finished products to ensure quality and accuracy
- Operate welding equipment, hand tools, and shop machinery safely and efficiently
- Maintain compliance with company safety policies and procedures
Job Duties
- Create quality welds according to blueprints and weld symbols
- Prepare materials by grinding, drilling, milling, tapping, and cutting steel and aluminum parts
- Lay out, position, align, fit, bolt, clamp, and tack-weld components for final welding
- Set up and weld parts using applicable welding equipment
- Change welding wire and gas tanks as needed
- Perform arc and oxy-acetylene welding, cutting, and brazing using established procedures
- Use geometry, arithmetic, structural design, and metal thickness calculations to complete fabrication work accurately
- Maintain required production and welding documentation
- Inspect completed welds for accuracy and quality standards
- Perform additional work-related duties as assigned
- Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements
Education and Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Commercial welding experience required
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints required
- Current and valid welding certification preferred
- Welding school or vocational training preferred
- Must pass the Grant Prideco welding test
Veterans Welcome
- At NOV Grant Prideco, we value the dedication, discipline, and skills that military veterans bring to the workforce. We proudly welcome veterans to apply and become a part of our team.
Learn More
Learn more about us: https://www.nov.com/about/our-business-units/grant-prideco
To learn more about our benefits: https://usbenefits.nov.com/