What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vessel Pressure Technician - Hydro Tech position at Samuel, Son & Co.?
Here are some of the great benefits that we offer:
- Competitive wage ($23-$25/hr.)
- Company paid health and dental benefits
- Paid vacation and productivity bonus
- Opportunity for career stability and growth
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Protective personal equipment is provided, or cost of purchase is reimbursed
- On the job training
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform and document required safety checks on cranes, tools, and testing equipment at the beginning of each shift and throughout operations.
- Conduct hydrostatic testing by plugging vessel openings, filling tanks with water, pressurizing, and monitoring results.
- Perform pneumatic testing in accordance with SOPs and work instructions.
- Visually inspect vessels for leaks, pinholes, weld deficiencies, and other nonconforming conditions; clearly mark defects as required.
- Inspect fittings, brackets, and welds prior to testing.
- Accurately record required test data in the traveler.
- Interpret pressure gauge readings and calibration data to ensure testing accuracy.
- Monitor condition of hydrostatic and pneumatic test equipment and report maintenance or supply replenishment needs.
- Perform spray ball testing and passivation processes as required by procedures.
- Operate cranes and hoists as needed for material handling upon completion of required training.
- Prepare vessels for shipment, including skidding, banding, and moving per work instructions and drawings.
- Assist with stock vessel testing and shipment preparation as needed.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area and perform housekeeping duties as assigned.
EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:
- Pneumatic and hydrostatic testing equipment.
- Pressure gauges and calibration verification.
- Weld inspection tools, including fillet, groove, and multi-use weld gauges.
- Cranes, hoists, and related material-handling equipment.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Basic reading, writing, and math skills required.
- Ability to understand, follow, and comply with all safety rules, procedures, and policies.
- Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with strong attention to detail.
- Willingness and ability to become VT (Visual Testing) and PT (Penetrant Testing) certified.
- Willingness and ability to obtain crane certification.
- Willingness and ability to obtain confined space certification.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Good manual dexterity, good eye/hand coordination.
- Close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, required.
- Capable of wearing PPE for an entire shift, including; safety glasses, hearing protection and safety shoes.
- Frequent light lifting, raising objects under 15 pounds from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from one position to another.
- Frequent moderate lifting of objects 15 to 45 pounds.
- Competitive wage ($23-$25/hr.)
- Company paid health and dental benefits
- Paid vacation and productivity bonus
- Opportunity for career stability and growth
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Protective personal equipment is provided, or cost of purchase is reimbursed
- On the job training
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform and document required safety checks on cranes, tools, and testing equipment at the beginning of each shift and throughout operations.
- Conduct hydrostatic testing by plugging vessel openings, filling tanks with water, pressurizing, and monitoring results.
- Perform pneumatic testing in accordance with SOPs and work instructions.
- Visually inspect vessels for leaks, pinholes, weld deficiencies, and other nonconforming conditions; clearly mark defects as required.
- Inspect fittings, brackets, and welds prior to testing.
- Accurately record required test data in the traveler.
- Interpret pressure gauge readings and calibration data to ensure testing accuracy.
- Monitor condition of hydrostatic and pneumatic test equipment and report maintenance or supply replenishment needs.
- Perform spray ball testing and passivation processes as required by procedures.
- Operate cranes and hoists as needed for material handling upon completion of required training.
- Prepare vessels for shipment, including skidding, banding, and moving per work instructions and drawings.
- Assist with stock vessel testing and shipment preparation as needed.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area and perform housekeeping duties as assigned.
EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:
- Pneumatic and hydrostatic testing equipment.
- Pressure gauges and calibration verification.
- Weld inspection tools, including fillet, groove, and multi-use weld gauges.
- Cranes, hoists, and related material-handling equipment.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Basic reading, writing, and math skills required.
- Ability to understand, follow, and comply with all safety rules, procedures, and policies.
- Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with strong attention to detail.
- Willingness and ability to become VT (Visual Testing) and PT (Penetrant Testing) certified.
- Willingness and ability to obtain crane certification.
- Willingness and ability to obtain confined space certification.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Good manual dexterity, good eye/hand coordination.
- Close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, required.
- Capable of wearing PPE for an entire shift, including; safety glasses, hearing protection and safety shoes.
- Frequent light lifting, raising objects under 15 pounds from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from one position to another.
- Frequent moderate lifting of objects 15 to 45 pounds.
Salary : $23 - $25