Catalyst Support Technician

$49,920 - $60,320/Yr

USA Debusk - Ogden, UT

Full-time - Entry Level

Ogden, UT

Repair and Maintenance

About the position

The Catalyst Support Technician position at USA DeBusk involves working in various industrial settings, including oxygen, fertilizer, and petrochemical plants and refineries. This role requires the technician to perform tasks that necessitate confined space entry in both air and inert atmospheric conditions. The technician will be responsible for vacuuming catalyst or other materials, shoveling catalyst to the outside of reactors, and dismantling or installing various reactor hardware items. Cleaning, sampling, and video-taping specified areas of concern are also part of the job responsibilities. The technician will assist in the removal or replacement of items from or into the reactor and will set up and dismantle unloading and reloading equipment, including screeners, drum dumpers, and dust collectors. In addition to these tasks, the technician is expected to perform maintenance on all equipment under direct and indirect supervision. A strong emphasis is placed on promoting the company's business through a positive attitude and professional demeanor while ensuring a safe work environment. The technician will also be responsible for cleaning up the work area and equipment after completing tasks, maintaining a safe and clean workplace, and assisting in the operation of equipment or power tools as directed. Safety is paramount, and the technician must comply with all safety rules and regulations, report any deficiencies, and wear the prescribed personal protective equipment (PPE). The position requires a commitment to safety and the ability to work in physically demanding environments, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand or walk for extended periods, and work in confined spaces. The technician must also be capable of working outdoors in various weather conditions and be prepared to wear PPE, including hard hats, gloves, and respirators. This role is critical in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of catalyst services within the industrial cleaning sector.

Responsibilities

• Vacuum catalyst or other materials, spread and load catalyst or other materials.
• Shovel catalyst or material to the outside of the reactor.
• Dismantle and/or install various reactor hardware items.
• Clean/wipe/wash/scrape relevant areas of the reactor or other enclosure.
• Take samples of catalysts or other materials.
• Video-tape 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, airlocks, dust collectors, cooling/refrigeration units, and various other major components.
• Perform various degrees of maintenance on all equipment with direct and indirect supervision.
• Promote the company's business by conducting work assignments with a positive attitude and professional safe manner.
• Provide ground support during any USA DeBusk fieldwork.
• Clean up work area and equipment after work is completed.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, clean workplace, change room, locker area, and customer's plant.
• Assist in the operation of equipment or power tools as directed and in accordance with established safety rules and regulations.
• Assist in the inspection of equipment, hoses, connections, pumps, and general work area prior to starting any job.
• Inform supervisor of deficiencies that may cause accidents, injuries, or lost productivity.
• Inspect PPE, equipment, hoses, connections, pumps, and general work area prior to starting any job.
• Correct or advise immediate supervisor to correct deficiencies that may cause accidents, injuries, or lost productivity.
• Report to work on scheduled time and notify supervisor if unable to show up for assigned work.
• Wear the prescribed personal protective equipment and additional protective equipment specified by the supervisor or customer safety department.
• Promote safety through own actions and work habits.
• Report all incidents, accidents, and near misses to supervisor immediately.
• Perform Hazard Recognition Awareness to remove or identify hazards from the workplace.
• Comply with all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the company, customer, and pertinent government legislation.
• Develop an advanced working knowledge of all equipment utilized in performing assigned duties.
• Complete all paperwork associated with the work performed.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year experience within the industrial cleaning industry.
• TWIC card or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic mechanical ability and knowledge of associated tools.
• Basic safety training skills.
• Ability to perform work in enclosed (confined) spaces if required.
• Basic communication skills.
• Obtain medical clearance including successful completion of annual Full Respirator Clearance, Pulmonary Function Testing, Physical Fitness Evaluations, Biological Screening if required, Urinalysis Screening, Audiometric Pass 3rd Party Consortium Alcohol, Drug, and Hair Follicle Testing for controlled substances.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Acceptable MVR and valid driver's license if authorized to operate company vehicles and motorized equipment including forklifts.
• Physically capable of performing all duties and responsibilities assigned, specifically lifting 50 pounds.
• Physically capable of standing and/or walking continuously for long periods of time if necessary.
• Physically capable of climbing, balancing, bending/stooping, and kneeling continuously.
• Physically capable of climbing ladders and scaffolds to heights in excess of 10 feet.
• Physically capable of frequently crouching, pushing/pulling, squatting, and working above the shoulders during daily job routine.
• Physically and emotionally capable of working in confined spaces and entering confined spaces with manways 20-56 inch diameter clearances.
• Physically capable of performing and assisting during emergency rescues.
• Capable of working in and around oxygen-deficient atmospheres, such as IDLH atmospheres.
• Physically capable of working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Physically capable of wearing personal protective equipment.

Nice-to-haves

• 1 year in the petrochemical industry preferred.
• 5 years in catalyst work preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $24 - $29.
• Opportunities for overtime.
• Comprehensive safety training programs.