Operations Technician-part time

Job Type

Part-time

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’re currently growing our team of Artisans with an Operations Technician to support our Sherwood Park market. This role is responsible for directing the set-up and supporting the execution objectives of the Operations Project Managers on RTI projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

- Directs refinery personnel and contractors on the staging of RTI chemistry.

- Safely sets up RTI equipment (places and connects RTI-owned pumps and hoses).

- Manages refinery contractors (mechanical fitters) as they connect RTI equipment to the injection points and plant utilities.

- Operate and supervise others operating RTI-owned pumps during the chemical injection.

- Leads clean-up efforts after the project and de-mobilizes equipment, per specified procedures.

- Assists Operations Project Managers as requested.

- Perform periodic, scheduled, and as needed maintenance on RTI Injection Pumps and Equipment.

- Maintain a consistent level of competency on RTI Injection Pump Operation and Maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications

- Understanding of refinery piping circuits and PFD drawings of the application (strong mechanical aptitude).

- 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 passport and driver’s license.

Additional Or Preferred Qualifications

- Documented mechanical aptitude or formal mechanical education. Preference is given to those with process knowledge of upgrader, refinery or petrochemical units.

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 14 - 16 hours if an emergent need exists.

- 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.

- Physical Demands:

- Work at heights up to 150 ft/ 45m accessed via stairs, climbing ladders. 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 14 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

- Ability to travel to multiple North American markets for supporting a growing list of clients. Out-of-town assignments can range from 3-15 days in length.

About Refined Technologies

RTI is a global industrial solutions provider delivering value to process facilities through expert-level refinery professionals skilled in operations, engineering, and process supervision. RTI helps those who fuel the world produce energy more effectively by delivering safe, fast, and

predictable shutdowns in upstream and downstream facilities through innovative operations teams and revolutionary cleaning technologies.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Applicants for regular U.S. positions must be authorized to work in the United States for Refined Technologies, Inc. without the need for sponsorship of an immigration authorization or visa (e.g., TN, H-1B, or other employment-based immigration authorization or visa).

This role will be employed and paid through an external staffing agency. Compensation will be handled by the agency, which will manage all payroll and benefits.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.