HAZWOP Certified Laborer

HAZWOP LABOR (Plant Services) 

ZACHRY is currently seeking a Helper/Labor (Plant Services) for Maintenance work. 
 
Position Summary 

A Helper/Labor (Plant Services) will assist and support the safe, quality, and efficient completion of various tasks related to general maintenance work being performed at a petrochemical processing plant, including but not limited to: 

Specialized, strenuous, high intensity, heavy duty labor services as directed 

Support services, such as but not limited, to firewatch, holewatch, bottlewatch, light equipment/vehicle operation, material handling, general housekeeping/clean-up, high pressure washing/hydroblasting, tank internal cleaning, waste handing/disposal, process equipment cleaning, HAZWOPER operations, etc. 

Qualification Highlights 

Must be able to meet all physical requirements – see below. 

Must have reliable transportation  

Must be willing and able to work: 

Up to 7 days per week 

Overtime, call-out, etc. as required 

Must be capable of working under the direction of a skilled Leadman and under the supervision of an experienced Foreman. 

Must be experienced with and/or capable of successfully completing all required training/qualifications necessary to oversee safety-sensitive work which includes but is not limited to the preparation, set-up, and execution of hot work, confined space entry, and fresh air work.   

Must be experienced with and/or capable of successfully completing all required training/qualifications necessary to utilize all related tools, apparatuses, equipment, etc. to execute safety-sensitive work which includes but is not limited to the preparation, set-up, and execution of hot work, confined space entry, and fresh air work.   

Will be expected to assist other crafts when not actively performing helper/labor (Plant Services) activities. 

Must be capable of reading, understanding, and adhering to restrictions and/or requirements of various types of work permits and/or JSAs. 

Must successfully complete Short Service Employee (SSE) program, if applicable. 

Must successfully complete a 90-day probationary period.  Any disciplinary and/or attendance issues during this time will be grounds for termination. 

Must maintain satisfactory bi-annual evaluation scores of no less than 3.0.  Unsatisfactory bi-annual evaluation scores of less than 3.0 for two consecutive cycles will result in disciplinary action, up to termination, for poor performance. 

Position Responsibilities 

Must have a strong approach, understanding, and commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency in an industrial environment. 

Must be capable of and will be expected to perform pre-task hazard assessments to identify potential risks and implement pro-active elimination and/or mitigation techniques. 

Must have fundamental experience performing helper/labor activities on various types of industrial equipment in a petrochemical facility. 

Must actively participate and support site programs such as (at a minimum): 

Safe Catch/Quality Catch/Stop Work Authority 

Continuous Improvement (SMART Focus) 

Applicable customer initiatives/programs 

General labor services as directed 

Support services, such as but not limited, to firewatch, holewatch, bottlewatch, light equipment/vehicle operation, material handling, general housekeeping/clean-up, pressure washing, waste handing/disposal, process equipment cleaning, HAZWOPER operations, etc. 

 
Preferred Qualifications 

Current or Former Zachry Employee with acceptable ESR rating only. 

Reports to Position 

This position does not have any direct reports. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

Must have experience using industrial hand and power tools in an industrial work environment. 

Must possess good problem-solving abilities and an agile mindset. 

Must possess general aptitude for industrial equipment, have effective computing, literacy, and numeracy skills, and manual dexterity. 

Must possess the ability to work effectively with others in a team environment. 

Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and valid Driver’s License. 

Must possess effective communication skills (written and/or verbal) with co-workers, supervisors, and customer. 

Must possess a strong commitment/understanding of Zachry and customer core values, safety rules, and regulations. 

Must possess and maintain a valid TWIC card for the duration of employment. 

Must successfully complete and maintain applicable Safety Council and/or Site-Specific credentials for the duration of employment. 

Physical Requirements 

Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, cycling, bending, squatting, lifting, and physically demanding work.  

Must have good dexterity with hands and fingers to perform the precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls. 

Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls, and tools.  

Must be capable of lifting, carrying, and moving up to 50lbs.  

Must be capable and comfortable working at extreme heights on fixed, temporary, and/or mobile platforms. 

Must be capable and comfortable working within confined spaces to include but not limited to tanks, vessels, pits, excavations, etc. 

Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision.  

Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind; and must be able to work for long period of times up to 12 hours a day. 

Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to:  hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, chemical suits, and steel-toe boots. 

Must be clean shaven. 

Medical Requirements 

Drug Screen 

Pre-Employment Physical 

Pulmonary Function Test 

Respiratory Protection/Fit Test: 

Scott AV 3000 

Scott AV 2000 

3M 6000 

Audiogram 

Safety Orientation/Training Requirements 

Gulf Coast Safety Council 

08BOP:  Basic Plus/Refresher 

08COCSS:  Chevron OP Site Specific 

08COCCSE:  Chevron OP Confined Space Attendant 

08COCFW:  Chevron OP Fire Watch Attendant 

Gatefeed 

JVIC - Hand Safety 

JVIC - Heat Stress 

JVIC - Scaffold User Training 

JVIC - Small Hand Tool Training 2020 

JVIC - Zachry Group Critical Few Life Saving Principles 2021 

Asbestos Awareness 

Audio 

Basic Plus 

Confined Space 

Confined Space Attendant 

Driver’s Safety 

Fire Watch 

Flagger Training 

Forklift Training 

Hole Watch 

Hydrogen Sulfide 

Industrial Worker 

Lead Awareness 

MVR 

Permit Training 

Respiratory Safety 

Scaffold User 

Supplied Air 

TWIC 

40 Hour HAZWOPER 

Certifications and/or Licenses Required:  

For the selected candidate, please complete the following training during the pre-employment phase: 

NST 40 Hour HAZWOPER Training 

For the selected candidate, please process the following forms during the pre-employment phase: 

ER-SHE-POL-422 Vehicle Operating Policy 

ER-SHE-POL-422-F02 Vehicle Operating Policy Signature Page 

ER-SHE-POL-422-F01 MVR Disclosure 

Background Check Required:  No 

Computer Required:  No 

Craft License Required:  No