Hydro Tester

Spirax-Sarco Ltd.•Harrisville, UT

About The Position

The Hydro Tester tests boilers, tanks, fittings, pipes, and similar objects for leaks using compressed air or water pressure. The role involves setting up and pressurizing objects, monitoring gauges, locating and marking leaks, conducting electrical tests, and verifying that products meet safety ratings and applicable certification standards. Testing is performed using ASME codes, processes, and procedures and includes visual weld and braze inspection. The Hydro Tester also performs routine preventive maintenance on machines, conducts product and process inspections, contributes to quality and efficiency improvements, and may cross-train at different department workstations as production needs require. The position includes training and teaching others, maintaining a clean and orderly work area, and supporting company, department, and safety policies and programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience with production processes, machines, and/or tools.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, proportions, decimals, and complex shop mathematics.
Ability to understand and use various measuring devices to meet drawing dimensions and specifications.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, work instructions, diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Continual attention to detail in follow-through, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

Install fittings to seal outlets and connect objects to high-pressure air or water lines.
Operate air compressors or water pumps until the specified internal pressure is reached.
Monitor gauges for pressure loss and examine objects for escaping air or water to detect leaks.
Perform electrical testing.
Mark leak locations for subsequent repair.
Use soap solution or immersion, as appropriate, to locate air leaks.
Test objects under high pressure when needed to verify compliance with product safety ratings.
Follow employer performance tests and standard tests required for certification by governmental agencies or professional and technical associations.
Use ASME codes, processes, and procedures to complete testing; conduct visual weld and braze inspections.
Perform scheduled and required routine preventive maintenance on machines for TPM.
Work individually and with the team to develop and implement quality and efficiency improvements.
Conduct tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality or performance and verify conformance to specifications.
Cross-train and demonstrate competency in essential department job functions at different workstations as production needs require.
Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships and train and teach others.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area free of excess materials.
Support and participate in company, department, and safety policies, procedures, programs, and activities.