Hydro Blast Crew Leader

usadebuskexternalcareersite; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

USA DeBusk is seeking a Hydro Blast Crew Leader to guide a single crew in vacuum and hydro blasting at industrial facilities. You will oversee daily activities, ensure safety, and perform installation, repair, and testing tasks on client projects while maintaining high safety standards.

The role requires leading crews, operating hydro blast pumps, and coordinating load-outs. Expect shifts up to 12–16 hours, outdoors, with up to 25% travel and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years' refinery or construction experience preferred.
• Ability to operate hydro blast equipment (shotgun).
• Valid TWIC card and current driver license; CDL A preferred.
• Willingness to work 12–16 hour shifts and travel up to 25%.
• Excellent verbal and written communication required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach crew members and train new employees per policies.
• Ensure equipment functions; hydro blast with shotgun operation.
• Oversee hydro blast pumps (10K/20K/40K) and vacuum trucks.
• Load out hydro blast and vacuum truck jobs safely and efficiently.
• Inspect work from site to equipment before starting.
• Complete Job Safety Analysis and safety paperwork.
• Follow OSHA safety rules; report issues promptly.
• Document work promptly and accurately.
• Assist in maintenance and general housekeeping of equipment.
• Wash/clean equipment; perform pressure washing.

Skills

Hydro blast operation

Supervisory experience

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Profile:

USA DeBusk offers the industrial infrastructure sector a technologically advanced and complementary suite of high-value traditional and specialty services for turnarounds, routine maintenance, and unplanned outages. We help customers save time, reduce costs, and optimize their processes while assuring best-in-class safety and compliance. Primary service lines include chemical cleaning; emission controls; fabrication services; FCCU hot catalyst handling; hydro blasting; hydro excavation; hydro cutting; inert catalyst handling; inspection; mechanical rental; nitrogen; pigging, decoking & filtration; pipeline integrity and field services; reactor cleaning; tank cleaning; transportation; unit decontamination; vacuum services; and waste solutions. USA DeBusk was founded in 2012, and our headquarters is in Deer Park, TX. We operate numerous offices, service centers, and customer-site-based locations across North America. Visit www.usadebusk.com for more information.

Summary/Objective:

The Hydro Blast Crew Leader will lead single crews in performing vacuum and hydro blasting services to safely and effectively complete hydro blasting and vacuuming jobs at industrial facilities. The Hydro Blast Crew Leader is responsible for overseeing the daily activities of the crew, as well as performing all installation, repair, maintenance, and testing tasks on client and customer projects while maintaining the highest level of safety and precaution.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coach crew members, offer feedback, assist crews, and train new employees in completion of the job duties in accordance with all company and client policies.


• Ensure all equipment is functioning. Able to hydro blast utilizing a shotgun.


• Must have general knowledge of all Hydro Blast Pumps (10K, 20K, 40K).


• Must have general knowledge of Liquid Vacuum and Air Machine Trucks.


• Load out hydro blast and vacuum truck jobs, i.e., be familiar with all pieces of equipment necessary to complete the required job scope safely and effectively.


• Inspect all aspects of work from the jobsite to equipment before commencing work.


• Complete Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and all applicable safety paperwork.


• Ensure OSHA Safety rules and regulations are followed consistently, report any issues, concern, or incidents to management.


• Complete required documentation in a time manner and by required deadlines.


• Assist in general maintenance of company equipment, service, grease, etc.


• Wash and clean company equipment – Pressure wash, clean cabs, etc.


• General housekeeping – sweep floors, take out trashes, and help keep work areas clean and organized.


• Help with future job load outs or unloads from previous jobs – Return equipment and PPE back to designated areas.


• Perform Manual Labor to complete tasks associated with service lines performed by USA Debusk and assist to drive project deadlines.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• 2-4 years' experience in Refinery or Construction. (preferred).


• Lead or Supervisory experience a plus.


• Able to hydro blast utilizing a shotgun.


• Valid TWIC Card and current Driver license, (CDL Class A preferred.


• Excellent verbal and written communication required.


• Plus, if you have refinery contractor experience.


• Plus if you have pipeline experience.


• Able to work shifts up to 12-16 hours (day or night), both indoors and outdoors in the sun, which requires being on your feet.


• Ability to travel for out of town up to 25% of the time. Be On Call 24/7.


• Complete all safety training requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be capable of setting up equipment for the job including lifting and carrying hoses that may weigh up to 50 lbs.


• Required to work at elevations and wear fall protection harnesses.


• Ability to work in confined spaces for 4-7 hours per day; stand or walk for long periods.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

USA DeBusk is an equal opportunity employer, and we thrive on our differences for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and our community. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all decisions related to hiring, training, and promoting regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any legally protected characteristic or class.