Technician (Laborer)

Vortex Companies, LLC•Houston, TX

12d

About The Position

Vortex Lining Systems provides a large-diameter pipe lining system using geopolymer mortar. The VLS rehabilitation team emphasizes job-site safety and installation quality. The Technician learns multiple crew positions and assists with safety, inspection, cleaning and preparation, repairs, and rehabilitation of structures. The role requires physical work at job sites, including entering below-ground utility structures and confined spaces, and flexibility to work overtime and out of town. This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Work is typically Monday through Friday and includes shift work, weekends, evenings, and holidays as job duties demand. Vortex Services and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity and fair chance employers.

Requirements

Experience in a physical labor position and/or outdoor construction is preferred.
Ability to work overtime and out of town.
Ability to enter and work in confined spaces.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and lift over 50 pounds.
Must pass a pre-employment drug test and D.O.T. physical.
Must have a driver’s license history for the past 36 months without suspensions or major traffic violations, in accordance with D.O.T. requirements.
Must be able to follow instructions and learn through on-the-job training.
Ability to operate a variety of simple and complex tools.

Nice To Haves

Shotcrete/Gunite experience.
Concrete finishing experience.
Experience working in a physical labor position and/or outdoor construction.

Responsibilities

Represent the company professionally and with integrity, meeting or exceeding customer expectations while maximizing profitability without compromising safety or quality.
Work effectively with supervisors and crew members.
Load materials and equipment into vehicles for transportation to and from job sites.
Set up traffic control, safety equipment, and installation equipment at job sites.
Assist in measuring, marking, and preparing materials for installation.
Assist equipment operators in completing work effectively.
Enter below-ground utility structures.
Leave the site clean before the crew departs.
Clean vehicles and equipment and keep the site and support trailer organized and clean.
Perform other related duties as required.
Comply with government and corporate safety procedures.