Mechanical Project Technician - Golden Triangle

Description

 At Refined Technologies, we believe operating with an eternal purpose fuels excellence. This guides everything we do; it gives us a purpose that is greater than ourselves. RTI is the leader in the chemical cleaning segment of the refining industry, providing patented chemistries, processes, and equipment for cleaning and treating units during shutdowns. While focused on clients, we are fueled by our mission to: Honor God Always, Help People Develop, Pursue Excellence, and Earn a Profit.

We are a fast-paced, dynamic, and entrepreneurial-minded organization full of servant-hearted leaders. Want to know more about our culture? Check out the RTI Playbook. If you’re ready for your work to matter, we’re ready to hear from you!

We are growing our team with a Mechanical Project Technician to support our Golden Triangle market. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee and provide on-site support for delivery, installation, repair/maintenance, and demobilization of RTI mechanical rental equipment, ensuring project excellence.
• Directs refinery personnel and contractors on the staging and demobilization of RTI mechanical equipment.
• Measures and tracks project status using appropriate systems, tools and techniques.
• Assists Mechanical Project Managers as requested.
• Create and share lessons learned to improve project performance.
• Performs/leads teams to work safely in all plant settings. Has the ability to identify potential safety incidents and mitigate as necessary to prevent incidents from occurring.
• Perform other duties as required to support RTI’s business needs.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) 
• Ability to use hand tools to create and maintain operating equipment 
• Ability to clearly and confidently communicate plans to refinery contractors (strong communication skills- written and verbal).
• Ability to diagnose and solve problems during the actual applications.
• Performs work safely in all settings.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Documented mechanical aptitude or formal mechanical education. Preference is given to those with process knowledge of upgrader, refinery or petrochemical units.
• Understanding of refinery piping circuits and PFD drawings of the application (strong mechanical aptitude).
• Valid passport or willingness to obtain one.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

The Company requires passing a pre-employment physical in which an objective medical professional will determine whether you can safely meet the physical demands of the position.

Duration of Workhours During Project Executions:

• Typically, 12 continuous hours that may extend up to 16 – 18 hours if an emergent need exists, for up to 14 days in a row.
• Day shift and/or night shift.

Working Conditions During Project Executions:

• Uneven or unstable ground, and wet, muddy, or slippery surfaces and footings.
• Outside locations in extreme temperatures and weather conditions including wind, rain, snow, and other forms of inclement weather.
• Routine, intermittent exposure to noise more than 85 dBA-TWA.

Physical Demands:

• Work at heights up to 150 ft/ 45m accessed via stairs, climbing ladders, or critical lifts by cranes. 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 16 hours daily with minimal rest breaks. May exceed 10,000 to 15,000 steps per day.
• Bending and stooping repeatedly and performing task including twisting or turning valves and using wrenches and hand tools.

Travel Requirements

Depending on region, travel requirements can vary. Ability to travel 50-100 overnights per year to multiple North American markets to support a growi