874 - General Application - Mechanical Services Assistant- Entry Level

Apave America Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(K) Matching

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Apave America Inc. in Houston, TX seeks an entry-level Mechanical Services Technician to join a safety-focused team. You will assist with insulation, pipefitting and sheet metal tasks, read blueprints, and support on-site installation and maintenance in industrial settings.

The role requires a high school diploma, being 18+, and willingness to travel to site locations. Strong tool skills and commitment to safety are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Installation, repair and removal of insulation, sheet metal, high- and low-pressure piping systems.
• Certifications in NDT methods would be considered an asset.
• Valid Driver’s License and pre-employment drug/alcohol testing required.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety standards and OSHA regulations.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Use hand and power tools for insulation, sheet metal, piping work.
• Perform basic rigging and materials handling.
• Assist with installation, repair and removal tasks on site.

Skills

Safety first

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Learning mindset

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Blueprint reading

Rigging

Job description

General Application - Mechanical Services Technician- Entry Level - Houston, TX.

Job Description

General Responsibilities

Adherence to safety standards and regulations, specifically OSHA standards.

• Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on industry advancements.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders.
• Problem-solving skills to address challenges and implement solutions effectively.
• Teamwork skills for working effectively with other professionals.

Specific Responsibilities (focused on insulation, pipefitting, sheet metal, etc.)

• Knowledge in various industrial crafts (e.g. insulation, pipefitting, sheet metal, electrical, welding, rigging, etc.
• Understanding and application of basic safety principles and practices in an industrial setting.
• Knowledge and effective use of hand tools and power tools (e.g. measuring tools, handsaws, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Competency in basic rigging and materials handling.
• Practical application of construction math principles.
• Experience in areas such as the installation, repair, and removal of insulation, and/or high-and low-pressure piping systems, sheet metal and more

Required Skills and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Installation, repair and removal of insulation, sheet metal, high-and low-pressure piping systems, corrosion monitoring, coatings inspection and coating applications, etc.
• Certifications in NDT methods (MT/PT/UTT/RT) would be considered an asset.
• Valid Driver’s License and pre-access drug and alcohol testing required.
• Pre-employment background checks will be required.
• Valid TWIC Card or the knowledge of PIN to TWIC Card may be required for some sites/locations.
• Travel may be required for some sites/locations sometimes with little notice.

Work Conditions:

• Field duties require indoor and outdoor work in diverse industrial environments with varying climate conditions
• Interaction with other crew employees, as well as supervisors, client personnel and a wide range of stakeholders
• Working in a plant and/or shop area around production machinery with extreme noise levels
• Work from various levels of heights and/or confined spaces for long periods of time
• Wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection (PPE)

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Ability to lift, move, and carry objects weighing 75lbs. or greater
• Must be able to walk, sit, stand, bend, reach, and climb
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and at heights, including climbing tanks, ladders, scaffolding, towers, piping systems, catwalks, structural steel, and wind turbines
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking and stooping
• Working extended hours and standing for extended periods of time
• Work in indoor and outdoor environments in conditions of extreme heat and/or cold
• Work in and near industrial hazards
• Must be able to walk and climb except when performing non-field duties
• Remain consistently active throughout shift
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing and other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively
• Sufficient vision (close vision and distance vision) or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to investigate
• Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform routine in-field or office duties
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform routine in-field or office duties and travel to off-site locations
• Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection (PPE)
• Ability to maintain focus and multitask effectively
• Exhibit sensible and responsible behavior

  Benefits:

  • Dental Insurance.
  • Vision Insurance.
  • Health Insurance.
  • Paid Time Off.
  • 401(K) W/Matching.
  • Flexible Spending Account.
  • Health Savings Account.

  NOTE: To be considered, applicants must be able to provide documentation of current or previous certifications, as well as all classroom and/or on-the-job training (OJT) hours required for certification.

  *** Apave America Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, and other protected characteristics. ***

  We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees.