Ball Fire Expander

RAE Corporation•Pryor Creek, OK

5h•Onsite

About The Position

RAE Corporation is a leading provider of innovative HVAC solutions, committed to delivering exceptional quality and customer satisfaction. We foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and employee empowerment, striving to create a positive work environment where every team member feels valued, heard, and supported. The Ball Fire Expansion Operator performs manual, water-driven tube expansion using steel balls that are hydraulically pushed through copper tubes. This push-expansion process requires careful ball selection, proper gun setup, and precise measurement to ensure correct tube expansion and coil integrity. This role is hands-on and physically active, requiring strong mechanical awareness and attention to detail.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Ability to follow detailed work instructions.
Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort with hands-on processes.
Ability to sort and measure components precisely.
Basic math and measurement skills (down to 1/16 of an inch).
Physical stamina and attention to safety.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
Safely operate water pressure systems and expansion equipment.
Care for tools and expansion guns; notify maintenance of issues.
Select the correct steel ball sizes based on engineering specifications.
Sort expansion balls using trays or micrometers to ensure proper sizing.
Set up and operate ball fire expansion guns with appropriate teeth and settings.
Perform push-style expansion by using water pressure to drive balls through tubes.
Enter and exit coil units as required during expansion setup and execution.
Blow pressure from expanded units, typically between 200–250 PSI, per specifications.
Read and interpret drawings, instructions, and bills of material.
Measure components accurately using micrometers and tape measures.
Inspect expanded coils to ensure proper expansion and product quality.
Complete required paperwork for each expanded unit.
Accurately log labor time in the time and attendance system.
Follow all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Work overtime as necessary to meet production needs.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.