What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rubber Liner 1 position at PALA Interstate?
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Position Description
US FUSION & Specialty Construction
General Description
Work under Sr. Technicians and upper management to perform required work task in relation to rubber lining installation. Performs general manual labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting, moving materials, sandblasting, cleaning, coatings application, and preparation/installation of rubber lining. Assists a variety of functions with manual labor tasks as needed. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.
Essential Functions
Minimum Experience, Education, and Licensure:
PALA Group, Inc. and its Subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The data you enter in the online application, including the contents of all attachments, is subject to verification. It is your responsibility to ensure that all the information provided in the application is accurate.
Position Description
US FUSION & Specialty Construction
General Description
Work under Sr. Technicians and upper management to perform required work task in relation to rubber lining installation. Performs general manual labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting, moving materials, sandblasting, cleaning, coatings application, and preparation/installation of rubber lining. Assists a variety of functions with manual labor tasks as needed. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.
Essential Functions
- Learn and become proficient in use of all necessary tools to complete job task
- Operate all sandblasting/rubberlining equipment
- Loading/unloading, lifting and moving of materials on site.
- Responsible for good housekeeping practices on jobsite and in the shop.
- Adheres to all applicable safety standards
- Cross-train with other departments as needed.
- Participates in other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Minimum Experience, Education, and Licensure:
- High School Diploma.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Valid TWIC – OSHA card.
- Able to gain access to customer jobsites
- Proficient at substrate preparation, coatings application, rubber preparation, and rubber installation. This includes:
- Removal of old/damaged rubber lining through various means of chipping hammers, multi-tools, etc.
- Experience with running and/or operating sandblasting equipment
- Basic knowledge of the data included in ASME/ASTM as it relates to substrate preparation and rubber installation.
- Basic knowledge of the properties and application of coatings through various means (brush and roll, spray, etc).
- Knows and understands the equipment in a way that enables him/her to ensure the integrity of the equipment and troubleshoot issues that may arise.
- Basic understanding of the use of skive machines to cut rubber panels/patches accurately.
- Basic understanding of the means / methods of the installation of rubber lining to tank walls/floors, nozzles, and flanges.
- Competent at ensuring quality of installed liner.
- Competent at taking measurements and ensuring plumb/square dimensions.
- Basic understanding of means / methods of curing unvulcanized rubber lining.
- Displays a strong attention detail pertaining to safety and quality
- Displays a strong commitment to performing all work task with an attitude of integrity and professionalism that is in keeping with company policy and core values
- Effectively able to follow direction and evaluate our safety, quality, and production performance.
- Communicates positively and effectively with both customers and team members
- Able to train other team members in Safety, Quality, and technical ability.
- Strong inclination for problem solving
- Competent at managing daily permits / customer work authorization
- Competent at managing daily jobsite documentation
- Dependable and punctual
- Communication skills
- Able to work nights, weekends and travel as necessary for project completion.
PALA Group, Inc. and its Subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.