Field Technician Foreman-NDE II

at Baker Hughes, a GE company in Springfield, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Field Technician Foreman-NDE II

Does working with minimal supervision excite you?
Do you like working in collaborative teams and solving critical issues?

Join our Quality Team
Quest Integrated (Qi2) is a technology incubator that has for decades inspired countless industries with its innovations. The current generation of the company is focused on developing and commercializing Robotic NDE services employing the most advanced sensors designed to enable the very highest performing flaw detection and sizing capabilities. Qi2 is seeking only the very best of talent equally inspired by the personal desire to be part of something meaningful and rewarding.

Partner with the best
The API 653 Field Technician Foreman, under direction of the Supervisor, Gulf Coast Operations, has the primary job function to lead and facilitate the safe and efficient delivery of API 510/570/653 related services including robotic inspections of above ground storage tanks and pressure vessels.

As a Field Technician Specialist, you will be responsible for:
Maintaining a safe work environment and ensure that safety procedures are being followed and equipment is in proper working order.
Performing all inspections in accordance with API 653 and other related standards.
Documenting all inspection activities in accordance with company and customer guidelines.
Recommending repairs and perform inspection of completed repair work, as appropriate.
Managing accurate and professional communications with both customers and the office.
Managing and direct the field crew to efficiently complete each project.
Must be able to make quick decisions on the job to ensure successful completions of projects.
Completing all required training within company guidelines.
Other duties as assigned.

Fuel your passion
To be successful in this role you will require:
Have 5 years field inspection experience.
Must be API-653 Certified.
Have the ability to maintain good working relationships with co-workers, management, vendors and customers.
Must be willing to travel (approximately 75% travel), with little notice including travel overnight and by air.
Have excellent communications skills both orally and in writing.
Have the ability to pass background and drug testing, including ongoing random testing.
Must have valid driver's license, have or ability to obtain passport, TWIC card (homeland security).
Must be comfortable with heights and tight spaces.
Must have knowledge or certified to perform MT, VT, MFL, PT and other NDE methods as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
May include occasional exposure to shop environment involving lifting of material and/or products up to 50 pounds
Work frequently involves working from a kneeling/all-fours position
Work involves working in Confined Spaces
Work is conducted in an outdoor setting and in all weather
Must have adequate vision/corrective eyewear and be able to distinguish colors
Must be able to climb stairs and ladders frequently and repetitively
Must be available by phone during nonstandard working hours
Must be able to pass a Pulmonary Fit Test, if required
Includes heavy travel schedule, estimated at 75%

Work in a way that works for you
We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:
Working Monday-Friday, 50-60hrs/week. Some Weekends required to work

Working with us
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:
* Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
* Comprehensive private medical care options
* Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
* Tailored financial programs
* Education Assistance
* Generous Parental Leave
* Mental Health resources
* Dependent Care
* Additional elected or voluntary benefit

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You... For full info follow application link.

Baker Hughes, a GE company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.