Heat Treat Technician

Industrial Thermal Services, LLC; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Thermal Services, LLC is seeking a Heat Treat Technician for an on-site role in Baytown, TX. The technician will set up, operate, and monitor heat treatment equipment, read technical drawings, and document process parameters.

Collaboration with supervisors and field personnel is essential to plan work and ensure safety compliance. Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and travel as project needs arise is expected, with a strong emphasis on safety and precision in industrial

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial heat treatment processes and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work orders, and specifications.
• Strong commitment to safety practices and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor heat treatment equipment.
• Read work orders and technical drawings to meet specs.
• Install and remove heat treatment equipment.
• Document process parameters and complete job reports.
• Collaborate with supervisors and field personnel to plan work.
• Follow safety protocols and company procedures.
• May work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and travel as needed.

Skills

Heat treatment experience

Read technical drawings

Safety procedures

Technical documentation

Teamwork & communication

Flexible schedule

Adaptability to industrial environment

Education

High school diploma

Technical training or certifications in heat treatment or industrial services

Tools

Heat treating equipment

Control units (electrical)

Cables & heaters

Job description

Company Description

Industrial Thermal Services, LLC (ITS Advanced Services) is a multi-service industrial provider specializing in inspection, thermal, and specialty mechanical services with a strong focus on measurable quality, accountability, and consistency. The company supports capital projects, turnarounds, and emergency work across the energy, petrochemical, aerospace, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors. ITS technicians average over 15 years of experience and are among the highest paid in the industry, reflecting the company’s commitment to skilled, safety-focused professionals. Headquartered in Nederland, TX, ITS maintains locations across the Gulf Coast and beyond, offering opportunities for growth in diverse industrial environments.

Role Description

The Heat Treat Technician role is a full-time/freelance on-site position based in Baytown, TX. The technician is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring heat treatment equipment to meet job specifications and industry standards, including the safe handling of cables, heaters, and control units. Day-to-day activities include reading and interpreting work orders and technical drawings, installing and removing heat treatment equipment, performing temperature checks, documenting process parameters, and completing job reports. The role also involves collaborating with supervisors and other field personnel to plan work, adhering to safety protocols and company procedures, and maintaining tools and equipment in good working order. Technicians may work varied shifts, including nights and weekends, and may be required to support projects in different industrial facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial heat treatment processes, including setup, operation, and monitoring of heat treat equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work orders, and specifications related to thermal and mechanical services.
• Strong commitment to safety, including knowledge of industrial safety practices, PPE use, and hazard recognition.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and hands-on skills for installing, connecting, and maintaining cables, heaters, and control units.
• Attention to detail for accurate temperature monitoring, process documentation, and completion of job reports.
• Ability to work in industrial environments, including standing for extended periods, lifting moderate weights, and working in varying weather conditions.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills for coordinating with supervisors, clients, and other field personnel.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including overtime, nights, weekends, and occasional travel as project needs require.
• Prior experience in energy, petrochemical, or related industrial sectors is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant technical training or certifications in heat treatment or industrial services are a plus.