Salary
≈ $47k – $85k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Houston)
Seniority
Middle · 3+ years exp
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 29, 2026. NOV scores B on the Alion truth index.
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NOV is a US oilfield equipment and technology company headquartered in Houston, Texas, supplying drilling rigs and rig components, downhole tools, drill pipe, artificial lift, completion and production equipment and aftermarket services to the oil and gas industry. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange, it traces its heritage to 1862 and took its current form as National Oilwell Varco in the 2005 merger of National Oilwell and Varco International, with sites in the US, Brazil, Norway, India and Saudi Arabia. It hires assembly and shop technicians, welders and painters, quality, mechanical and robotics engineers, field service technicians, project managers and accountants.
JOB SUMMARY
The Top Drive Assembler is a senior-level position responsible for assembly, installation, modification and testing of either mechanical or hydraulic pneumatic components.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, assembly prints, and schematics.
- Operate machines or use hand tools and power tools to secure parts in place.
- Install finished assemblies or subassemblies.
- Assemble and attach functional and cosmetic hardware to assemblies using hand tools and power tools.
- Perform functional / continuity tests on completed assemblies.
- May prioritize work based on production schedule.
- Perform the assembly, start up, and function test of equipment systems.
- Troubleshoot systems, make necessary repairs and any corrections to system.
- Perform other work related tasks as assigned.
- Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.
FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assemble production tools from blueprints and verbal instructions.
- Set up and test units or subassemblies to specifications.
- Communicate with engineers to resolve problems related to production tools.
- Troubleshoot production tools, repairing if necessary.
- Install precision bearings, perform precise alignment of moving parts.
- Perform assignments in accordance with written procedures.
- Ensure quality documents are completed in compliance with company procedure.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or GED.
- Three or more years of assembly experience with oilfield equipment preferred.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Fast-paced production floor environment
Standing, bending, and manual dexterity required for the majority of the shift.
May involve lifting up to 50 Ibs and working with repetitive tasks.
BEHAVORIAL COMPENTENCIES
Planning
Problem Solving
Functional/Technical Skills
Technical Learning
Top Drive Assembly Product Line
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