Hydro Technician

Westerman, Inc; Catoosa (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Westerman, Inc. in Oklahoma seeks a Hydro Technician to assemble and test vessels and piping per ASME and non-code requirements. The role involves filling units with water, pumping to pressure, and coordinating with inspectors to ensure safety and quality.

The successful candidate will have 1+ year of experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to read part numbers and use common tools while maintaining a rigorous safety record.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of physical steel properties.
• Basic knowledge of quality control and cylinder processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Must distinguish between part numbers and sizes.
• Must be able to use common tools.
• Excellent safety record.

Responsibilities

• Regular and punctual attendance at work is an essential job function.
• Accurately prepares and secures parts or cylinders for hydrostatic testing per regulatory, customer, and internal requirements.
• Understands and follows the quality policies and procedures.
• Ensures complete and correct setup of the system to be tested.
• Bolts flanges to unit and fills unit with water for testing purposes.
• Produces and verifies accuracy of test charts and other documentation.
• Checks work for compliance to specifications.
• Completes all paperwork required.
• Follows all safety protocols.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Quality control

Communication skills

Physical dexterity

Tool usage

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Common tools

Job description

The Hydro Technician will bolt up flanges and insert plugs on ASME code and non-code vessels and piping. Position includes filling vessels and piping with water and pumping to predetermined pressure. Will be required to interface with external inspectors. A successful candidate is a self-motivated multi-tasker that utilizes a strong work ethic to ensure all quality levels are met. This is a safety sensitive position.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.RESPONSIBILITIESRegular and punctual attendance at work is an essential job function of each position and is necessary to your individual effectiveness and that of your work group. Regular and punctual attendance is required of all employees.Accurately prepares and secures parts or cylinders for hydrostatic testing per regulatory, customer, and internal requirements.Understands and follows the quality policies and procedures.Ensures complete and correct setup of the system to be tested.Bolts flanges to unit and fill unit with water for testing purposes.Produces and verifies accuracy of test charts and other documentation.Checks work for compliance to specifications.Completes all paperwork required.Follows all safety protocols.Other duties as required and assigned.REQUIREMENTS1+ years of relevant work experience (preferred).High School diploma or equivalent.Knowledge of physical steel properties.Basic knowledge of quality control and cylinder processes.Strong problem-solving skills.Good communication skills.Must be able to distinguish between part numbers and sizes.Must be able to use common tools.Excellent safety record required.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENTThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, up to entire length of shift.Must be able to handle physical, repetitive work.Must be able to exert moderate to heavy physical effort with lifting requirement up to 50 pounds.Must have strong range of motion.Must be able to sit, stand, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend.Must be able to see, speak, and hear.Must use fingers and hands to manipulate tools and small parts.Must be able to walk over both even and uneven surfaces.Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.Must be able to wear appropriate PPE.Must be physically able to access all areas of the plant and grounds.Some aspects of this position may require working in tight quarters.Some aspects of this position may require close vision, depth perception, the ability to see small detail, and the ability to adjust focus.Westerman, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.