Entry Level Fabricator - Military Veterans

JOB SUMMARY

San Antonio Fiberglass Systems (FGS) manufacturing facility is seeking to hire an entry-level, motivated Welder/Fabricator to join the Engineering team.

Perform machine fabrication and repair assignments of more than average or advanced complexity and scope to keep production processes, shop operations, and utilities functioning satisfactorily while maintaining all Quality and Safety measures.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fabricate complex custom production machinery per print, sample, and/or verbal instruction.
• Fabricate, assemble, and maintain test fixtures/equipment and assist with preparation of test samples.
• MIG, TIG, and stick welding with the ability to pass a weld test on each. Certification preferred but not required.
• Read blueprints and create jigs and fixtures for weldments.
• Fabricate and install new equipment.
• Maintain machinery according to Preventative Maintenance Program.
• Troubleshoot equipment, isolate cause of problem.
• Install equipment including basic anchoring, rigging, conduit, plumbing, and electrical work.
• Maintain clean and organized shop.
• Utilize safe work habits.
• Wear appropriate PPE.
• Comply with all NOV Company policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Comply with HSE policies, guidelines and procedures.
• Comply with all Quality policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Work on assigned projects.

EXPERIENCE. REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Some experience with manual lathe & mill desired.
• Some experience with mig and stick welding preferred.
• Some experience reading dial indicators and calipers desired.
• Any experience using overhead cranes preferred.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of welding.
• Knowledge of mechanical schematics.
• Ability to read pressure gauges.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, instructions / repair and assembly operations.
• Ability to use hand tools correctly and safely.
• Ability to use measuring tape, calipers, hand grinder, level, and other common tools and instruments.
• Ability to use MIG, TIG, and stick welders and set up for different materials.
• Ability to use bandsaw, plasma torch, oxyacetylene cutting torch, and other common metalworking tools.
• Ability to operate forklift, scissor lift, manlift, and overhead crane.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform physical work in a non-air-conditioned shop.
• Ability to stand/ walk,/ bend / stoop / push / pull up to12 hours daily.
• Ability to make repetitive movements (shoveling/sweeping/fastening) up to 12 hours daily.
• Ability to lift weights up to 50 lbs., regularly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work overtime and shift work as required.
• Utilize recommended safe work habits and make use of all safety equipment provided.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Dependability/Attendance
• Problem Solving/Judgement
• Thoroughness

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Welding & Fabrication
• Safety harness, LOTO equipment and any other safety equipment required by NOV, FGS, and OSHA.
• Adapt and be cross-trained to learn all job duties as required.
• Learn technical repair and assembly guidelines and procedures.

We are a Global Family. We are thousands of individuals, working as one team to create lasting impact for our customers, ourselves, and the communities where we live and work. We take responsibility for each other and our company's future, knowing that personal ownership leads to broader success.

We Believe in Purposeful Innovation. We see where our customers' needs are not being met and we act. Through business innovation, product creation and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.

We Believe in Service Above All. We are the backbone of the oil and gas industry with a singular focus to deliver the finest products and services, on time and on budget, to push our customers' business forward.

To learn more about our business go to https://www.nov.com/about/our-business-units/fiber-glass-systems.