Hydro Blast Technician
USA DeBusk is a best-in-class mechanical and industrial cleaning services provider specializing in servicing the downstream energy market. We offer the full suite of maintenance and turnaround services including hydro blasting, hydro cutting, hydro excavation, chemical cleaning, PEPTM polymer extraction service, vacuum services, tank cleaning, degassing/vapor control, FCC catalyst handling and transportation, and specialty turnaround services. Founded in 2012, USA DeBusk currently has field offices in 24 cities and continues to provide services internationally.
Summary/Objective:
The Hydro Blast Technician will perform a wide range of physical activities that require strength and flexibility of the whole body for handling, positioning, moving and manipulating equipment and materials, emergency response, vacuum truck operations, waste disposal, site remediation, and high-pressure water blasting.
Responsibilities:
- Operate and set-up all necessary cleaning equipment such as high-pressure pumps, in service line hydro-blasting, and vacuum, in accordance with operational training guidelines and safety procedures.
- Adhere to all safety policies and practices, including but not limited to personal protective gear.
- Work safely in and around heavy machinery in loud, hazardous, and heavy industrial settings.
- Manually clean, install, fit, and repair valves, caps, hoses, pumps, gaskets, and all other external and internal equipment on tanks.
- Assist in the inspection of equipment, hoses, connections, pumps, and general work area prior to starting any job. Inform supervisor of deficiencies that may cause accidents, injuries, or lost productivity.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be able to travel for extended periods of time.
- Valid driver’s license or identification card.
- Respond to emergency calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week if called upon.
- Ability to work for extended periods within confined spaces, in extreme temperature environments, and at high elevations.
- Ability to perform duties in accordance with training and standard operating procedures.
- Ability to understand and follow specific procedures and directions.
- Ability to lift, move, and handle up to 50 lb hoses.
- Successfully complete drug screen, pre-employment physical, and all required background checks.
- TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card) preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift, move, and handle up to 50 lb hoses.
- Physically capable of standing and/or walking continuously for long periods if necessary.
- Physically capable of climbing, balancing, bending/stooping, and kneeling continuously.
- Physically capable of climbing ladders and scaffolds (vertical and inclined) to heights in excess of 10 ft.
- Physically capable of frequently crouching, pushing/pulling, squatting, and working above the shoulders during the performance of daily job routines.