Cooling Tower Technician 1 (CTT1)

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Deer Park, Texas
30+ days ago

Highlights

Reads blue prints, sketches, or building plans for information pertaining to type of material required, dimensions of the structure or fixture; liase with Foreman to plan tasks. WORKING CONDITIONS: You are working outdoors in ALL weather conditions in the refinery, chemical and power plants, in cooling towers.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Deer Park, Texas
Website	https://www.ictower.com

Description

Responsibilities

Installs mechanical equipment including: motors, fans, gear boxes and fan shafts with knowledge of proper alignment
Oversees and accounts for CTT2 and CTT3 tasks that are assisting them
Reads blue prints, sketches, or building plans for information pertaining to type of material required, dimensions of the structure or fixture; liase with Foreman to plan tasks
Select lumber, hardware and other materials to be used on the assigned job
Prepares layout, using rulers, tape measures, framing square and calipers.
Marks, cuts and assemblies lines on materials using pencil, chalk, and marking gage
Shapes materials to prescribed measurements using saws, chisels, and chainsaws
Assembles cut and shaped materials
Performs piping installation
Erects framework
Fits and installs cooling tower material as needed
Assists with daily and weekly Safety meetings
Performs additional tasks as assigned by Superintendent, Field and Area Managers and Foreman

Qualifications

Ability to work within precise limits and/or standards of accuracy
Ability to apply basic mathematics to solve problems
Ability to general problem solve including employee relations
Ability to select and use tools properly
Ability to compare and accurately determine differences in sizes, shapes and forms of objects
Ability to read tape measures
Ability to multi-task
Ability to work well with others
Ability to work at a productive pace and follow instructions
Ability to work independently without constant supervision, and to demonstrate initiative after the completion of your tasks
Ability to listen well, follow instructions, and make sure that directives are completed

Education and Experience

High school diploma, or GED equivalent
1-3 years in field cooling tower construction
1 year (minimum) Cooling Tower Technician 2 in cooling tower construction
Must pass level 1 DISA background
Must pass drug & hair follicle
Prefer TWIC card - https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

Certifications, Skills and Abilities

Must have a Valid Drivers License, and reliable transportation
Must be dependable and punctual
Must have steel toe boots
Rigging, forklift, and man lift certification (preferred)
Ability to lead small crews to complete job tasks
Basic knowledge of structural, mechanical and piping installation
Basic knowledge of the operation of construction tools and terminology
Knowledge and application of safety standards through OSHA training and experience (preferred, but will train)
Ability to pass Safety Council training in English
Ability to pass Confined Space training in English
Basic knowledge of construction safety guidelines (OSHA 10 preferred)
Work at heights of 60 feet
Working hours range from 40-70, no set hours. Must be flexible to work Sat or Sun, depending on project
PROJECT LENGTH: Projects last 3-6 weeks, so you’re a traveling from one plant project to another.
WORKING CONDITIONS: You are working outdoors in ALL weather conditions in the refinery, chemical and power plants, in cooling towers. Sometimes you will get wet working inside cooling towers.
Per diem pay (must have utility bill with your name and address that matches your Driver License)