Leak Repair Technician

Description

Job Summary: The Leak Repair Technician is responsible for identifying and repairing leaking components within industrial settings. This role involves assessing leaks, reporting findings to supervisory personnel and engineering, and executing repair operations using various techniques and tasks.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assess leaking components and report findings to supervisory personnel and engineering.
• Perform leak repair operations utilizing techniques such as drill and tap, field repairs, clamp and enclosure installation, measuring components, stand-by operations, inspections, and evaluation of performance on repair activities.
• Execute a variety of tasks, often adapting to changing assignments on short notice.
• Prioritize and complete work assignments by specific deadlines.
• Follow precise directions and procedures of the supervisor on the project.

Requirements

Essential qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks and adapt to changing assignments.
• Experience with leak repair techniques and equipment.
• Ability to prioritize and complete work assignments by specific deadlines.
• Knowledge of plant maintenance and repair work preferred.
• Ability to follow precise directions and procedures of the supervisor on the project.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a TWIC card.
• Must be able to pass a background and drug screen.

Preferred qualifications:

• Additional certifications or training in industrial maintenance or repair.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in an industrial operations or maintenance role.
• Familiarity with safety protocols in industrial settings.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Working conditions: 

The Leak Repair Technician may work in various industrial settings, including refineries, chemical plants, or manufacturing facilities. This role may require working in confined spaces, at heights, and in environments with exposure to noise, chemicals, and extreme temperatures. The position may involve overtime, weekend, and on-call work.

Physical requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment and materials.
• Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, climb, and perform tasks in confined spaces.
• Physical dexterity to operate tools and equipment safely.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job site.