Night Shift Welder
NOV
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- Location
- Houma, LA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 8
- 11 days ago
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About the company
NOV
Oil & energy · 10,001+ employees
What you'll do
- Perform SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW welding processes as qualified
- Weld carbon steel, low alloy steel, stainless steel, duplex, super duplex, Inconel, and other specialty alloys
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, travelers, WPSs, and manufacturing work instructions
- Maintain required preheat, interpass temperatures, and heat input in accordance with approved procedures
- Perform interpass cleaning and grinding between weld passes
- Complete all required production documentation accurately
- Maintain proper material identification and traceability throughout the manufacturing process
- Operate overhead cranes, positioners, welding equipment, and other shop equipment safely
What you need
- <span style="font-size: 10pt;">High school diploma or equivalent preferred.</span>
- <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Minimum 2 years of industrial welding experience preferred.</span>
- <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to pass company weld qualification tests.</span>
- <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols.</span>
- <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Knowledge of proper use of measuring tools.</span>
- <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to safely operate overhead cranes and fabrication equipment.</span>
- <span style="font-size: 10pt;">API 6A manufacturing experience.</span>
- <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience welding F22, 4130, stainless steel, and Inconel alloys.</span>
- <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience welding pressure-containing components preferred.</span>
- <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb.</span>
- <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Lift up to 50 pounds regularly.</span>
- <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Wear welding hood, gloves, and other PPE as required.</span>
- <span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to perform repetitive welding tasks for extended periods.</span>
- Education: a high school diploma
Key skills
Industrial weldingRead blueprintsWeld symbolsMeasuring toolsOverhead cranesFabrication equipmentAPI 6A manufacturingSMAWGTAWGMAWWelding Procedure Specifications
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NOV is seeking a night shift Welder to join our Houma, LA team!
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Minimum 2 years of industrial welding experience preferred.
Ability to pass company weld qualification tests.
Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols.
Knowledge of proper use of measuring tools.
Ability to safely operate overhead cranes and fabrication equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
API 6A manufacturing experience.
Experience welding F22, 4130, stainless steel, and Inconel alloys.
Experience welding pressure-containing components preferred.
Physical Requirements
Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb.
Lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
Wear welding hood, gloves, and other PPE as required.
Ability to perform repetitive welding tasks for extended periods.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Perform SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW welding processes as qualified.
Weld carbon steel, low alloy steel, stainless steel, duplex, super duplex, Inconel, and other specialty alloys.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, travelers, WPSs, and manufacturing work instructions.
Maintain required preheat, interpass temperatures, and heat input in accordance with approved procedures.
Perform interpass cleaning and grinding between weld passes.
Complete all required production documentation accurately.
Maintain proper material identification and traceability throughout the manufacturing process.
Operate overhead cranes, positioners, welding equipment, and other shop equipment safely.
Quality Responsibilities
Follow all approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
Perform self-inspections before submitting work for inspection.
Report nonconforming conditions immediately.
Maintain workmanship standards on every weld.
Safety Responsibilities
Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Maintain a clean work area free of hazards.