Special Workforce Application Technician II

Pittsburgh, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Value Added Services Team as a Special Workforce Application Technician II.

Summary

The Special Workforce Application Technician II uses their specialized knowledge of HarbisonWalker Internationals products to support refractory installation field trials and provide technical refractory advise to customers. The Special Workforce Application Technician II educates customers and peers on the proper installation techniques for HarbisonWalker Internationals products along with the proper operation and maintenance of installation equipment.

Responsibilities

Utilizing technical and installation expertise to educate customer(s) on the proper installation methods for HarbisonWalker Internationals products; assisting customer(s) with all types of refractory installation methods including gunite pouring ramming pumping ceramic fiber and firebrick installation; utilizing technical expertise to educate customer(s) and peers on the operation and maintenance of installation equipment
Performing in service inspections at customer(s) site to collect analytical data and help with predictive data solutions
Completing internal and external reports on activities consumption and refractory performance
Collecting operational data for analysis to determine the correct quality of refractory products
Observing trials from installation through postmortem to prevent untimely removal of installed refractory materials
Observing and promoting safety and 5S standards; complying with established facility safety policies and procedures and other regulations as applicable; maintaining a safe and clean working environment

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Requires computer operation skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to safely use brick saw and bricklaying equipment to lay brick
Requires working knowledge of refractory lined units
Ability to operate a jib crane and ensure the rigging of the load is correct
Ability to safely operate a forklift
Ability to safely operate various hand and electrical tools
Ability to read understand and work in conformity with work orders as directed
Ability to detect and correct unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment
Organized individual with emphasis on quality and the ability to meet deadlines
This position requires applicant to travel to customer sites. Must posses appropriate valid documentation to support travel.
The Special Workforce Application Technician requires two (2) four (4) years of refractory installation and product-based knowledge and a specialized knowledge of HarbisonWalker Internationals product portfolio.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Physical Activity: Requires more than 2/3 of the time standing speaking or hearing; 1/3 to 2/3 of the time walking using hands and fingers or reaching with arms and hands; less than 1/3 of the time sitting climbing balancing stooping kneeling crouching crawling or smelling.
Lifting: Requires lifting up to 50 pounds more than 2/3 of the time and up to 100 pounds less than 1/3 of the time.
Vision: Requires accurate distance and peripheral vision and depth perception including the ability to adjust focus.
Environment: Requires 1/3 to 2/3 of the time being exposed to fumes airborne particles vibrations or extreme heat; less than 1/3 of the time in an office setting in high places at risk of electrical shock or radiation exposed to outdoor weather conditions toxic or caustic chemicals extreme cold or working near explosives.
Noise: Requires working in very loud conditions (over 85 decibels).

Required Experience:

DescriptionHWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Value Added Services Team as a Special Workforce Application Technician II.SummaryThe Special Workforce Application Technician II uses their specialized knowledge of HarbisonWalker Internationals products to support refractory installation field...

Description

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Value Added Services Team as a Special Workforce Application Technician II.

Summary

Responsibilities

Utilizing technical and installation expertise to educate customer(s) on the proper installation methods for HarbisonWalker Internationals products; assisting customer(s) with all types of refractory installation methods including gunite pouring ramming pumping ceramic fiber and firebrick installation; utilizing technical expertise to educate customer(s) and peers on the operation and maintenance of installation equipment
Performing in service inspections at customer(s) site to collect analytical data and help with predictive data solutions
Completing internal and external reports on activities consumption and refractory performance
Collecting operational data for analysis to determine the correct quality of refractory products
Observing trials from installation through postmortem to prevent untimely removal of installed refractory materials
Observing and promoting safety and 5S standards; complying with established facility safety policies and procedures and other regulations as applicable; maintaining a safe and clean working environment

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Requires computer operation skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to safely use brick saw and bricklaying equipment to lay brick
Requires working knowledge of refractory lined units
Ability to operate a jib crane and ensure the rigging of the load is correct
Ability to safely operate a forklift
Ability to safely operate various hand and electrical tools
Ability to read understand and work in conformity with work orders as directed
Ability to detect and correct unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment
Organized individual with emphasis on quality and the ability to meet deadlines
This position requires applicant to travel to customer sites. Must posses appropriate valid documentation to support travel.
The Special Workforce Application Technician requires two (2) four (4) years of refractory installation and product-based knowledge and a specialized knowledge of HarbisonWalker Internationals product portfolio.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Physical Activity: Requires more than 2/3 of the time standing speaking or hearing; 1/3 to 2/3 of the time walking using hands and fingers or reaching with arms and hands; less than 1/3 of the time sitting climbing balancing stooping kneeling crouching crawling or smelling.
Lifting: Requires lifting up to 50 pounds more than 2/3 of the time and up to 100 pounds less than 1/3 of the time.
Vision: Requires accurate distance and peripheral vision and depth perception including the ability to adjust focus.
Environment: Requires 1/3 to 2/3 of the time being exposed to fumes airborne particles vibrations or extreme heat; less than 1/3 of the time in an office setting in high places at risk of electrical shock or radiation exposed to outdoor weather conditions toxic or caustic chemicals extreme cold or working near explosives.
Noise: Requires working in very loud conditions (over 85 decibels).

Required Experience:

Key Skills

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Continuous Integration
Fraud
Intake Experience
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Analysis Skills
Computer Forensics
Driving
Teaching
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HWI, a member of Calderys HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States. With manufacturing sites and distribution centers across the Americas, as well as the major refractory industry research facility in North America, HWI serves virtually ever ... View more

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