Polyfusion Technician - Lakeland, United States - Mid-State Industrial Maintenance

Description

• Preform HDPE fusion welding techniques to join HDPE pipes and fittings.
• Responsible for set up and maintaining fusion welding equipment to include butt fusion machines, socket fusion tools, electrofusion machines and all items associated with the machines.
• Conduct visual inspections of fusion joints to identify any defects or irregularities and ensure that welding process meet industry standards and quality requirements.
• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines during operation, including the use of PPE.
• Document fusion processes, including parameters, joint locations, and any other items that are required for project records.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with management and other employees.

• Must have high school diploma or GED
• Must have a minimum 2 years verifiable work experience as a Polyfusion Tech
• Employee must be capable of performing skilled labor for up to 12 hours a day.
• Must be dependable and operate with a high-level of integrity.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding environment.

• This is a non-exempt position.
• This position reports to a Foreman.
• This position has no direct reports.
• Mid-State is proud to offer benefits to all of its full-time employees. Benefits available include; Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Life and AD&D Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k), Vacation, Holiday pay, and an Employee Assistance Program.

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work vary (Monday - Sunday with some overnight work) and overtime is frequently required.
• Working environment is often times in harsh elements (hot / humid and/or cold temperatures, rain, etc.) Industrial environments often have exposure to hazardous chemicals, moving heavy equipment, and other safety-sensitive hazards / risks. Must always be alert and able to safely perform the essential duties of the job without risking harm to oneself or others.
• While performing the duties of this job, you will:
• Frequently perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Frequently use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating things.

• Static Strength - The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to (frequently - 25 pounds; routinely - 50 pounds).
• Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Finger Dexterity - The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
• Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• Extent Flexibility - The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
• Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Rate Control - The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
• Selective Attention - The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
• Trunk Strength - The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
• Mid-State maintains a firm commitment in providing a safe and healthy work environment for its employees and quality services to its clients. Mid-State is a drug-free workplace. Must be able to pass a post-offer / pre-placement drug screen and job-related employment physicals. Must also submit to a post-offer / pre-employment background check that verifies criminal history.