Field Quality Control - Variable Hour

About the role

We are seeking an Artisan with Variable Hour Field Quality Control to join our dynamic team at Refined Technologies. This role is crucial for managing key client projects and ensuring all mechanical work meets high standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of piping and hose bolt-up activities to ensure proper assembly, torquing, and leak prevention.
• Verify that all mechanical work complies with applicable codes, standards, and client specifications (ASME, API, etc.).
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of inspections, tests, and corrective actions.
• Build, maintain, and transmit QC packages, either specified requirements by client or internal program.
• Monitor the use and calibration of torque wrenches and other bolt-up tools.
• Conduct pre-job walkdowns, witness pressure tests, and verify joint integrity before system turnover.
• Support mechanical crews by identifying non-conformances, providing corrective guidance, and escalating major issues to supervision.
• Clock in and out, coordinate with site supervision, planners, and engineers to resolve quality issues efficiently.
• Ensure all quality documentation (ITPs, checklists, turnover packages) is completed and submitted timely.
• Always promote and enforce company and client safety and quality standards.
• Participate in toolbox talks, quality meetings, and turnover discussions with clients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) with 3 years of documented work experience within Turnaround/Shutdown/Industrial maintenance environments.
• Working knowledge of piping systems, flanged joints, bolting, and hose connections.
• Familiarity with applicable industry codes and standards (ASME, API, ANSI).
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometric drawings, and QA/QC procedures.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to document findings clearly and accurately.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to site-specific safety protocols.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification(s) such as ASNT, API, CWI, or equivalent in mechanical inspection or quality control.
• Training or certification in bolting and joint integrity (e.g., ECITB, ASME PCC-1).
• Experience with flange management software or electronic QC documentation systems.
• Knowledge of pressure testing procedures and hydrotest documentation.
• Ability to mentor and coach craft personnel on quality expectations and best practices.
• Valid passport or willingness to obtain one.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

• Work at heights up to 150 ft/ 45m accessed via stairs, climbing ladders. This requires an ability to climb ladders and stairs without issue.
• Lifting and carrying up to 40lbs., without assistance.
• Pushing / pulling up to 100 lbs., without assistance.
• Standing and walking for up to 12 to 14 hours daily with minimal rest breaks. May exceed 10,000 to 15,000 steps per day.
• Bending and stooping repeatedly and performing tasks including twisting or turning valves and using wrenches and hand tools.

Travel Requirements

• Depending on region, travel requirements can vary. Ability to travel 150-200 overnights per year to multiple North American markets to support a growing list of clients. Out of town assignments can range from 30-45 days in length.

About Refined Technologies

RTI is a global industrial solutions provider delivering value to process facilities through expert-level refinery professionals skilled in operations, engineering, and process supervision. RTI helps those who fuel the world produce energy more effectively by delivering safe, fast, and predictable shutdowns in upstream and downstream facilities through innovative operations teams and revolutionary cleaning technologies.