Technicians will be responsible for the safe operation of assigned chemical and/or gas distribution systems, with duties including:
• Safety is extremely important and candidate should have demonstrated saftey experience at previous employers
• Handling and change-out of gas, chemical, and slurry containers
• Gas and chemical equipment troubleshooting and preventative/repair maintenance
• Computer operations to support job functions and customer needs
• Support of quality systems
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES:
• Walking up to 5 or 6 miles per day
• Occasionally may need to climb a tanker truck (18-wheeler), while using fall protection, to off-load chemicals into a drum.
• In some cases, Technicians must put on a supplied Contained Breathing Air Respirator (this type of respirator provides air from a cylinder through a mask connected to the cylinder) while working with chemicals (approx. 10-15 minutes)
• Basic lifting (up to 40lbs)
• Bending of the knees and overhead reaching
• PPE made available to workers include safety glasses (prescription if needed), hard hat, ear plugs, chemical apron, gloves, etc.
• The worker will be provided a voucher to purchase safety boots, which they are required to wear
• A Fit for Duty Evaluation will be required prior to reporting and annually which includes: Pulmonary Function Test for wearing a respirator, audiogram baseline for wearing hearing protection, and physical exam.
• Workers are required to complete hazardous communication training (Right to Know) before work. There are no planned activities or work in which a worker is exposed to any of the products used onsite.
Who You Are:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid Driver's license
• Must read and speak English
• Have a mechanical aptitude
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in maintenance or as an equipment technician or in a mechanical or electronic environment
• Experience with chemical and gas distribution equipment
• Military training
• Strong technical aptitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Desire to learn, college graduates, or individuals with a military background.