Field Technician

As a Field Technician, you will assist the field crew with field condition assessments and inspections of boilers, vessels, piping, steam turbines and related critical components in the power, utility, chemical, food processing and paper mill industries. This position requires frequent overnight out of town travel. This position frequently operates in a variety of power and utility plants.

• General laboring duties (equipment set up, equipment break down, gathering tools, etc.)
• Assist at the project site with field condition assessments.
• Assist at the project site with field inspections of various critical components.
• Operating various types of hand tools and power equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required to support the team.

This position frequently operates within a variety of power, chemical, food processing, paper mills and utility plants. Position will entail frequent exposure to varying conditions with exposure to any or all of the following: Heat, Cold, Heights, Dust, Dirt, Indoor, Outdoors, and Confined Areas. May need to navigate uneven terrain.

Physical Demands

Frequent

• Lifting weight up to and over 50 lbs. in both a vertical and horizontal range of motion.
• Crawl, stoop, stand, reach (push/pull) & bend to perform necessary work.
• Able to ascend and descend on extension ladders, step ladders and stairs using feet and/or hands and arms.
• Able to drive a company vehicle and walk around at job sites.
• Computer input, typing an answering the phone.
• Clarity of vision at both over 20 feet and under 20 inches.
• Able to judge depth (distance & space relationships), have a good field of vision, and identify and distinguish colors.
• Adjustment of eye to bring object into sharp focus.
• Using oil or chemicals.

Qualifications

• Regular and predictable attendance, the ability to safely perform task and adhere to the company's safety policies and procedures.
• Organized, self-starter with the ability to work under pressure and conduct themselves professionally.
• Ability to effectively interact with employees from all levels within an organization.
• Ability to practice discretion and good judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Field work in power plants or similar industrial facilities is a plus!
• Non-Destructive Testing is a plus!
• Hands on work experience in welding, machining, construction or a similar trade is a plus!
• A valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record is a plus!
• Certifications are a plus (OSHA 10, OSHA 30, ASNT, API, AWS-CWI)!

Who We Are

The RISE Group is an employee-owned, professional engineering firm that provides a complete range of consulting, design, and energy services to customers throughout the United States and internationally. Our multi-disciplined engineering and technical staff specialize in failure analysis, engineering design, process optimization, and condition assessment. Our work demonstrates how creative collaboration can produce outstanding results for our clients and our communities.

Our Culture

At RISE, our customers come from all walks of life -- and so do our employees! We hire amazing people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. We can confidently state that we are successful as a direct result of our diversity. From day one and throughout your career with us, you’ll find a workplace culture with expansive personal & professional development opportunities, cutting edge technology, a place where relationships are valued, and work/life balance is always a priority. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within our workplace and in our communities. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

The RISE Group is an E-Verify participant and will conduct background investigations and pre-employment screening of candidates for employment Pre-employment activities will be conducted on qualified applicants after acceptance of a job offer.

The RISE Group is an employee-owned company and an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.