Hardbander

Job Title:

Hardbander

Reports To:

The Hardbander will report to the Weld Shop Manager

Job Overview:

The Hardbander will assist with the following: will be responsible for the welding process that involves depositing a layer of hard metal onto drill pipe tool joints, collars, and heavy weight pipe in order to protect the drill string components from wear associated with drilling practices.

Responsibilities and Duties:

· Perform hardbanding and hardbanding repair services using Duraband, Tuff Band, and any other wire as required by customer specification

· Perform grinding services as needed to remove chunking or repair damaged hardbands

· Completion of hardbanding reports as required

· Ensure traceability on all pipe worked on and review Job Packets to ensure compliance with customer specifications

· Understand and follow SOP for hardbanding tool joints

· Heat tool joints up to required SOP temperatures

· Ensure drill pipe and hardband meets dimensional requirements

· Keep track of wire usage and joints hardbanded

· Test and inspect hardbanded surfaces and structure to discover flaws

· Must have a strong mechanical aptitude

· Must have hands-on experience as a hardbander/welder

· Must be able to operate lifting equipment such as overhead cranes, jib cranes, and forklifts

· Other duties as necessary/assigned

Qualifications:

· High school diploma or GED is preferred

· 1-2 years’ experience in the machining industry with a knowledge of fabrication, mechanics, drafting, and other related fields preferred

· 1-2 years of manufacturing or oilfield experience is preferred

· Previous forklift experience preferred

· Ability to work well with team members and navigate stressful situations

· Ability to walk and stand on concrete surfaces

· Ability to stand for long periods of time, reaching, lifting, and bending

· Lifting/pushing objects weighing over 50 lbs. on occasion

· Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test

· Must pass a pre-employment background check

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person