Hydro Technician

PURPOSE

This document is a description for the position of Hydro Technician for Acadian Contractor, Inc. (ACI) facility.

DESCRIPTION

• Perform hydrostatic pressure testing of piping systems, lines, vessels, and related components.
• Prepare piping systems for testing, including installing test blinds, caps, plugs, hoses, gauges, valves, and other testing equipment.
• Verify that piping systems are properly isolated and prepared prior to introducing test pressure.
• Operate hydrostatic test pumps and associated testing equipment.
• Fill, vent, pressurize, monitor, and safely depressurize piping systems in accordance with approved testing procedures.
• Maintain safe work distances and follow established procedures when working around pressurized piping and equipment.
• Assist with troubleshooting and identifying leaks, pressure loss, equipment issues, and other problems encountered during testing.
• Perform line flushing, draining, and removal of test water following completion of testing.
• Maintain pressure gauges and test equipment and ensure they are appropriate for the required test pressure and within applicable calibration requirements.
• Complete hydrostatic test records, pressure charts, inspection documentation, and other required paperwork accurately.
• Communicate test results and identified deficiencies to supervisors, inspectors, quality personnel, and other project personnel.
• Follow project specifications, approved testing procedures, safety policies, and applicable industry standards.
• Participate in pre-job meetings related to hydrostatic testing activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and properly store testing equipment and materials.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all site-specific safety requirements.
• Stop work and notify supervision when unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or unexpected pressure conditions are identified.
• Perform other duties related to piping, pressure testing, and hydrostatic testing as assigned.

JOB DUTIES

• Experience working with piping systems, hydrostatic testing, or industrial construction/fabrication preferred.
• Knowledge of piping components, valves, flanges, fittings, hoses, and pressure-testing equipment.
• Ability to read and understand piping drawings, test packages, procedures, and pressure-test documentation.
• Ability to safely work around pressurized systems and equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work outdoors and in industrial environments.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to safe work practices and proper use of PPE.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with piping systems, hydrostatic testing, or industrial construction/fabrication preferred.
• Knowledge of piping components, valves, flanges, fittings, hoses, and pressure-testing equipment.
• Ability to read and understand piping drawings, test packages, procedures, and pressure-test documentation.
• Ability to safely work around pressurized systems and equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work outdoors and in industrial environments.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to safe work practices and proper use of PPE.

HSE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Embrace, lead, and demonstrate “Acadian F.I.R.S.T.” – Vision & Mission Statement as fundamental core values.
• Demonstrate visible leadership and support the proactive safety processes (JSA, Time Out & TEAM BBS Observations) to achieve an incident free workplace and advance our safety culture.
• Adhere to all “Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management Systems” policies, procedures, safe work & best practices guidance as well as regulatory and client site specific policies and procedures.
• Leaders must make a personal commitment and be accountable for the HSE results, driving towards achievement of HSE goals.
• Clearly communicate HSE goals through direct reports, with clear expectations while coaching, mentoring, and empowering others to achieve the desired results.
• Conduct periodic quality assessments of HSE processes to aid in coaching and mentoring others demonstrating ownership of the results for such process implementation.

REFERENCES

• ACI Management Systems
• Policies, Procedures, Guidelines & Requirements

We are committed to ensuring all applicants have equal access to opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans