Field Technician - Trainee
Job Description
Job Description
In-Line Inspection Field Technician – Trainee
Cypress In-Line Inspection, LLC (“Cypress”) is a young technology company providing in-line pipeline inspection (“ILI”) services to the municipal water and energy industries. We have a very talented team of industry veterans including mechanical, electrical, software, signal processing engineers that work closely with our field technicians. Our ultra-high resolution (“UHR”) fifth generation (“5G”) EcoVision™ ILI tools offer best in class Magnetic Flux Leakage (“MFL”) ILI technology. Customers include some of the most prestigious municipal water authorities and energy pipeline companies in the world including but not limited to the City of Denver, City of San Francisco, Jordan Valley, North Jersey Water Supply Commission, Washington County Water, City of Denver; and energy companies like Bridger, Chevron, Crescent Midstream, Dominion/Enbridge, DCP Midstream, Energy Transfer Partners, Marathon, Phillips 66, Targa Midstream, Lower Valley Energy, United States Air Force, Williams Companies, etc. Our proprietary EcoView™ data analysis software allows our data analyst to analyze the ILI UHR tool data to provide our customers with high quality information on the condition of their pipeline to assist them with protecting people, property, and the environment. Our fleet of EcoVision™ ILI tools tools range from 6” to 24” in diameter for energy, and our water ILI tools can inspect pipelines ranging from 52” up to 120” in diameter.
Overview
We are seeking a smart hard-working professional that takes pride in their work, pays attention to details and procedures, is mechanically inclined, and has an interest in professional growth. This position requires extensive travel in both the United States, and occasionally internationally.
Required Skills & Key Responsibilities
- High School graduate, college or technical school training a plus.
- USA Citizen
- Mechanically inclined
- Drug free. This position prohibits drugs including marijuana as required by the Department of Transportation and PHMSA.
- Problem Solving: Methodically, breaks down issues, seeking solutions and further data if necessary
- Detail orientated with ability to carefully follow instructions, assembly instructions, and procedures.
- Engagement: Good listening skills, team player, cooperative, and communicates with honesty and respect...self-motivated and self-directed
- Innovation: Capability to provide input and suggestions for process and procedural improvements
- Travel – Ability to travel extensively in both the United States and Internationally when required.
- Valid Driver's License, and USA passport.
- Clean driving record with no accidents in last three years and automobile insurance on your personal vehicle.
- Ability to obtain TWIC Card (Transportation Workers Identification Card)
- Become familiar with Cypress equipment, including cleaning, building, equipment, QA/QC policies, Health Safety Environmental (“HSE”) standards, and maintenance procedures ensuring quality and proper operation of ILI tools.
- Assist certified technicians in completing projects in accordance with customer requirements.
- Assist with cleanliness of shop and work areas.
- Assist in the preparation, launching and receiving of ILI systems and associated support equipment.
- Clean, refurbish and disassembly of equipment after project completion.
- Proper operation of forklifts, hoists, and cranes as needed.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and improvement in the work environment.
- Ability to work independently or with a team in accordance with project scope.
- Ability to apply and practice knowledge from informal/formal training, classroom, and on the job (“OJT”).
- Promote Environmental, Health & Safety and follow safe working practices at all times.
- Represent Cypress always with high moral standards, adhering to its "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."
- Actively support the Cypress' commitment to its Core Values including safety, leadership, equal employment opportunity, employee development, and operational excellence.
- Complete inspection projects in accordance with Cypress' operating guidelines.
- Actively participate in training sessions and pass required exams
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure quality standards are met
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the team
- Maintain skills, certifications, and complete additional training (internal/external) as required
- Participate in training sessions and pass required exams ANSI/ASNT ILI-PQ- standards
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Proven track record of process improvement and optimization
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technical processes
- Review and understand PHMSA Part 192 and 195 regulations, API, NACE and ASME standards and recommended practices
- Customer Centric: Delivers exceptional customer service experience to both internal and external customers
- Precision Mindset: Performs quality checks and maintains documentation to effectively fulfill project requirements
Summary
The ideal candidate will be eager to learn new technical processes and apply their experience to drive team performance and enhance quality control procedures.
If you are passionate about operational excellence, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.
- Competitive wages
- Attractive Employer paid Benefits: 100% medical insurance for employee, short term and long term disability insurance, PTO, and life insurance.
- 401(k) plan and matching,
- Optional Insurance available including: AD&D insurance, Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Health insurance for dependents, Health Savings Account, Vision insurance, etc.
- Schedule: Varies based upon job.
- Work Location: Salt Lake City, UT except when traveling performing inspections.
Cypress is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.