Helper 4

Position Summary 

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

• Craft specific mechanical labor 

• Assisting with the preparation, disassembly, repair, fabrication, reassembly, and/or installation of industrial equipment such as piping, fittings, valves, boilers, towers, vessels, tanks, exchangers, reactors, pumps, etc. 

• Providing support services such as but not limited to firewatch, holewatch, bottlewatch, light equipment/vehicle operation, material kitting/delivery, general housekeeping, etc. 

Qualification Highlights 

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

• Must have reliable transportation  

• Must be willing and able to work: 

• 9/80 Schedule 

• Up to 7 days per week 

• Overtime, call-out, etc. as required 

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

• Must be actively enrolled in an apprenticeship or equivalent certification program which includes a combination of classroom and on-the-job training. 

• 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 craft helper/labor (mechanical) 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 maintenance 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 

• Assists with the preparation, disassembly, repair, fabrication, reassembly, and/or installation of industrial equipment such as piping, fittings, valves, boilers, towers, vessels, tanks, exchangers, reactors, pumps, etc. 

• Provides support services such as but not limited to firewatch, holewatch, bottlewatch, light equipment/vehicle operation, material kitting/delivery, general housekeeping, 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 mechanical 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 periods 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.