JOB DESCRIPTION

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.
• Actively participating in department safety and demonstrating excellent safety practices and behaviors in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean & organized work area; utilize safe work habits.
• Perform 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 NOV and HSE procedures and policies.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment and/or at least 1 year of fabrication experience (preferred).
• Understanding of spiral mill operations and forming processes is preferred.
• Solid grasp of welding procedures and practices, including the ability to perform basic math and work with U.S. and metric measurements.
• Successful completion of an AWS welder qualification test and the ability to use sub-arc welding equipment without difficulty.
• Graduation certificate from an accredited trade school (preferred).
• American Welding Society (AWS) welding certification (preferred).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to pass a drug screen & background check.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Knowledge of welding properties for a variety of metals and alloys.
• Ability to identify and communicate production or maintenance problems to departmental supervision.
• Motivated and safety-conscious, with a strong sense of integrity and dedication to achieving high-performance standards in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend/stoop, push/pull and repetitive movement up to 12 hours daily.
• Able to work well in a team environment as well as self-directed when working independently.
• Willingness to comply with all safety policies, PPE requirements, and operating procedures.
• 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.

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.