Heat Treat Technician

PROtect LLC; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

PROtect, LLC is seeking a Heat Treat Technician to join our team. This role performs heat treatment services on industrial components, ensuring compliance with customer specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with field heat treatment equipment, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work in challenging industrial environments. Travel to job sites may be required, and familiarity with PWHT is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in heat treatment or related industrial heating.
• Familiar with resistance and induction heating methods.
• Knowledge of metallurgy, welding, and safety practices.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Willingness to travel to job sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate heat treatment equipment per specifications.
• Monitor temperature controls, heating elements, and cycles.
• Perform on-site heat treatment services including PWHT.
• Document treatment parameters and results.
• Inspect workpieces before and after treatment.
• Adhere to safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot heat treatment equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and customers.

Skills

Heat treatment experience

Induction heating

Blueprints & drawings

Metallurgy knowledge

Industrial safety practices

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Willingness to travel

Heavy equipment handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certifications in heat treatment (preferred)

Job description

About PROtect, LLC

At PROtect, we provide industry-leading safety and compliance solutions to help businesses protect their people, assets, and the environment. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality services that ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.

About PROtect, LLC

At PROtect, we provide industry-leading safety and compliance solutions to help businesses protect their people, assets, and the environment. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality services that ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Heat Treat Technician to join our team. This role is responsible for performing heat treatment services on various industrial components, ensuring compliance with customer specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have experience with field heat treatment equipment, possess strong mechanical aptitude, and be comfortable working in industrial settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate heat treatment equipment to meet required specifications.
• Monitor and adjust temperature controls, heating elements, and treatment cycles.
• Perform on-site heat treatment services, including preheat, post-weld heat treatment (PWHT), and stress relieving.
• Ensure proper documentation and recordkeeping of treatment parameters and results.
• Inspect workpieces for defects or irregularities before and after treatment.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot heat treatment equipment as needed.
• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and customers to ensure job requirements are met.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Previous experience in heat treatment, industrial heating, or related fields preferred.
• Familiarity with heat treatment methods, including resistance and induction heating.
• Basic knowledge of metallurgy, welding processes, and industrial safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel to job sites as needed.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in extreme temperatures or confined spaces.
• High school diploma or GED required; technical certifications in heat treatment are a plus.