Hydrotester B at Samuel, Son & Co. (USA) Inc. in Lebanon, Virginia

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Associate must perform all safety checks at the start of shift on all cranes and tools and document this as necessary.  Continue to perform safety checks throughout the shift.   

• Hydrostatically tests tanks by plugging openings and filling each tank with water or air pressure.


• Properly, and safely operates hydro test, and pneumatic testing equipment.


• Visually inspects tank’s fitting and brackets for proper welds. Records required tank information on hydro data sheet using the weld inspection report. 


• Chips slag and welding from around fittings and brackets when tank is being filled. Notifies foreman or lead when materials are at the re-ordering point. 


• Maintain testing equipment, and monitor the condition of testing equipment, to ensure it is in safe operating condition on a daily basis. 


• Maintain all appropriate paperwork relating to testing practice. 


• Assures that the pressure is removed before any plugs or the pressure coupling is removed from a vessel. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 


• Observes gauge for loss of pressure indicative of leaks, and examines object for escaping air to detect leaks. 


• Marks object at source of leaks for subsequent repair.


• Must be attentive to detail in all job tasks, quality and workmanship in each product manufactured. 


• Operation of cranes, hoists, and forklifts as needed.  Also successfully complete any training, safety program relating to the operation of the equipment. 


• Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations. 


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and finishing specifications as they relate to finishing products. 


• Preforms housekeeping and other related duties that are assigned.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:

• Training on all pneumatic and hydro testing equipment.


• Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge. 


• Pneumatic tools, as provided by the company. 


• Hand tools required for completion of job tasks.


• Must have a basic understanding of computers, reading, writing and simple math skills.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:  

• Ability to work will in a fast paced environment to meet team expectations.


• Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures. 


• Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations to perform the job.


• Must have a basic understanding of computers.


• Must have reading, writing and simple math skills.


• Must be able to read blue prints.


• High school diploma or GED with one year of trades training and at least one year of related experience; or a combination of education and experience.


• Ability to read and interpret documents such as bills of material, blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. 


• Ability to communicate effectively one-on-one with other employees of the organization.


• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.


• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written and oral instructions. 


• Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness. 


• Must be willing to work in a team-oriented environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

• The 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 


• Stand / walk                                           –          Frequent


• Bend / squat                                           –          Frequent


• Sitting                                                      –          Occasionally


• Lifting                                                      –          Frequent (0 -50 lbs., if > 50 lbs. w/assistance)


• Reaching / simple grasping                 –          Frequent


• Push / Pulling                                         –          Frequent


• Lifting above waist / shoulders          –          Frequent


• Computer usage                                    –          Frequent


• Verbal Communication                        –          Frequent

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 


• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 


• Work 100% of the time in a manufacturing setting; standing, sitting, kneeling, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching.


• Majority of work activities performed indoors in an area with temperature variations, noise, dust, and fumes.


• Occasionally working in a wet environment 


• Occasional work activity is performed outdoors.