Hydrotester B (Government)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Associate must perform all safety checks at the start of shift on all cranes and tools and document this as necessary.  Continue to perform safety checks throughout the shift.   

• Hydrostatically tests tanks by plugging openings and filling each tank with water or air pressure.
• Properly, and safely operates hydro test, and pneumatic testing equipment.
• Visually inspects tank's fitting and brackets for proper welds. Records required tank information on hydro data sheet using the weld inspection report. 
• Chips slag and welding from around fittings and brackets when tank is being filled. Notifies foreman or lead when materials are at the re-ordering point. 
• Maintain testing equipment, and monitor the condition of testing equipment, to ensure it is in safe operating condition on a daily basis. 
• Maintain all appropriate paperwork relating to testing practice. 
• Assures that the pressure is removed before any plugs or the pressure coupling is removed from a vessel. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 
• Observes gauge for loss of pressure indicative of leaks, and examines object for escaping air to detect leaks. 
• Marks object at source of leaks for subsequent repair.
• Must be attentive to detail in all job tasks, quality and workmanship in each product manufactured. 
• Operation of cranes, hoists, and forklifts as needed.  Also successfully complete any training, safety program relating to the operation of the equipment. 
• Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations. 
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and finishing specifications as they relate to finishing products. 
• Preforms housekeeping and other related duties that are assigned.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:

• Training on all pneumatic and hydro testing equipment.
• Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge. 
• Pneumatic tools, as provided by the company. 
• Hand tools required for completion of job tasks.
• Must have a basic understanding of computers, reading, writing and simple math skills.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:  

• Ability to work will in a fast paced environment to meet team expectations.
• Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures. 
• Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations to perform the job.
• Must have a basic understanding of computers.
• Must have reading, writing and simple math skills.
• Must be able to read blue prints.
• High school diploma or GED with one year of trades training and at least one year of related experience; or a combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as bills of material, blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to communicate effectively one-on-one with other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written and oral instructions. 
• Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness. 
• Must be willing to work in a team-oriented environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• Stand / walk                                           –          Frequent
• Bend / squat                                           –          Frequent
• Sitting                                                      –          Occasionally
• Lifting                                                      –          Frequent (0 -50 lbs., if > 50 lbs. w/assistance)
• Reaching / simple grasping                 –          Frequent
• Push / Pulling                                         –          Frequent
• Lifting above waist / shoulders          –          Frequent
• Computer usage                                    –          Frequent
• Verbal Communication                        –          Frequent

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• Work 100% of the time in a manufacturing setting; standing, sitting, kneeling, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching.
• Majority of work activities performed indoors in an area with temperature variations, noise, dust, and fumes.
• Occasionally working in a wet environment 
• Occasional work activity is performed outdoors.