Catalyst Technician

USA Debusk, LLC
Deer Park, TX Part Time
POSTED ON 3/25/2024 CLOSED ON 4/24/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Catalyst Technician position at USA Debusk, LLC?

Classification: Non-Exempt
Department: Catalyst Department 
Reports to: Supervisor / Project Manager / Operations Manager
 
Company Profile:
USA DeBusk is a best-in-class mechanical and industrial cleaning services provider specializing in servicing the downstream energy market.  We offer the full suite of maintenance and turnaround services including hydro blasting, hydro cutting, hydro excavation, chemical cleaning, PEPTM polymer extraction service, vacuum services, tank cleaning, degassing/vapor control, FCC catalyst handling and transportation, and specialty turnaround services.  Founded in 2012, USA DeBusk currently has field offices in 24 cities and continues to provide services internationally

Summary/Objective: 
The Catalyst Equipment Operator will work in Oxygen, Fertilizer, petrochemical plants/refineries requiring confined space entry in air, and inert atmospheric conditions. The Catalyst Equipment Operator monitors confined space entry into single/multi bed reactors or other enclosure, some of which will contain an oxygen deficient atmosphere. The Catalyst Equipment Operator assists in the operation and inspection of all necessary equipment and ensures safety standards and proper procedures are followed consistently

Responsibilities:
  • Vacuum catalyst or other materials, spread and load catalyst or other materials. Shovel catalyst or material to the outside of reactor.
  • Dismantle and/or install various reactor hardware items.
  • Clean/wipe/wash/scrape relevant areas of the reactor or other enclosure.
  • Take samples of catalyst or other materials.
  • Videotape specified areas of concern.
  • Assist in the removal or replacement of all items from or into the reactor.
  • Set up and dismantle all unloading and reloading equipment. Set up, utilize, and dismantle screeners, drum dumpers, air locks, dust collectors, cooling/refrigeration units and various other major components.
  • Perform various degrees of maintenance on all equipment with direct and indirect supervision. Perform all pre-trip checklist, complete all required paperwork.
  • Cleans up work area and equipment after work is completed. Assists in maintaining a safe, clean workplace, change room, locker area and customer’s plant.
  • Assists in the operation of equipment or power tools as directed and in accordance with established company, customer plant safety rules and the required regional legislation.
  • Assist in the inspection of PPE equipment, hoses, connections, pumps, and general work area prior to starting any job. Informs supervisor of deficiencies, which may cause accidents, injuries, or lost productivity.
  • Corrects or advises immediate supervisor to correct deficiencies which may cause accidents, injuries, lost productivity.
  • Wears the personnel protective equipment prescribed by posted signs, written instructions, and work permits. Also wears additional protective equipment specified by the supervisor or customer safety department.
  • Promotes safety through own actions and work habits. Reports all incidents, accidents and near misses, involving self, company vehicles or other job personnel to supervisor immediately.
  • Performs Hazard Recognition Awareness to remove or identify for removal of all hazards from the workplace.
  • Complies with all applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the company, customer, and pertinent government legislation.
  • Develops an advanced working knowledge of all equipment that is utilized in performing assigned duties.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned by supervisor and management personnel.

Qualifications: 
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 1 years experience within the industrial cleaning industry.
  • TWIC card preferred.
  • Understand and follows verbal and written instructions.
  • Basic mechanical ability and knowledge of associated tools.
  • Basic Safety Training Skills.
  • Perform work in enclosed (confined) space if project/ evaluation requires.
  • Excellent work conduct and a positive attitude.
  • Basic communication skills, reliable, on time to work and fit for duty.
  • Experience with vacuum pneumatics.

Physical Requirements:
  • Physically capable of performing all duties and responsibilities assigned. 
  • Able to lift at least 50 pounds.
  • Physically capable to stand and/or walk continuously for long periods of time if necessary.
  • Physically capable to climb, balance, bend/stoop, and kneel continuously.

Salary : $24 - $38

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