Tower Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

At Tray-Tec, you're not just joining a company—you're becoming part of a team that is setting a new standard in industrial field services. Founded in 2005, Tray-Tec has built a strong reputation for delivering safe, high-quality turnaround and tower services to refineries, petrochemical facilities, and gas plants across the United States.

Employees have the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects, gain valuable industry experience, and contribute to critical infrastructure that powers communities and industries worldwide. With a culture built on teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement, Tray-Tec offers a place where hard work is recognized, and career growth is encouraged.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Tray-Tec, Inc. is seeking a skilled Tower Mechanic to perform the safe cleaning, preparation, assembly, and maintenance of tower internals, vessels, and related equipment. This role focuses on assisting with material movement, tool staging, internal cleaning, and basic assembly tasks. The mechanic plays a critical role in maintaining safe, organized, and efficient job sites in confined and elevated environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with tray work, internal cleaning, and preparation activities to support installation and maintenance tasks.
• Perform basic assembly, simple fit-up, and bolt-up assistance under supervision.
• Assist with internal removal, cleaning, repair, and testing support activities as directed.
• Stage materials, tools, and hardware to ensure readiness and efficient workflow.
• Support movement of materials and equipment within the job site while maintaining safe handling practices.
• Maintain housekeeping standards by cleaning work areas, removing debris, and organizing materials and parts.
• Comply with all safety procedures, including confined space entry, working at heights, and proper PPE usage.
• Coordinate with team members to maintain safe access and support overall work execution.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 2-5 years of experience supporting mechanics with cleaning, tool running, part staging, simple assembly, bolt-up assistance, material movement, and housekeeping in towers and vessels.
• 2-6 years of experience supporting upper class mechanics with tray work, internal cleaning, hardware staging, material movement, and simple assembly under foreman direction.

REQUIRED SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to read and interpret drawings, isometrics, and P&IDs
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to follow direction and learn quickly
• Time management and organization
• Material handling and tool control awareness

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Travel required across U.S. project sites, including extended stays
• May require extended hours based on project demands

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in industrial environments including refineries, plants, and construction sites
• Frequent standing, walking, and climbing over uneven surfaces
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 pounds
• Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying weather conditions
• Must be able to wear required PPE including hard hats, respirators, and protective clothing

Join Tray-Tec if you're looking for a company that values safety, rewards performance, develops talent, and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the industrial services industry.