Heat Treat Assistant

TEAM, Inc. is a global leader in integrated asset integrity solutions, offering high-quality inspection, heat treating, and specialized maintenance services to the refining, petrochemical, power, pipeline, aerospace, and other industrial sectors. We are committed to safety, innovation, and performance excellence—delivering services that ensure asset reliability and minimize downtime.

Position Overview:

TEAM is seeking motivated and reliable Heat-Treating Assistants to support Post Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT) and related thermal processes at job sites and in-shop environments. This entry-level role works alongside certified heat treat technicians to set up, monitor, and remove equipment used for controlled heating of materials—primarily pressure vessels, piping, structural components, and weld zones. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start a career in specialized industrial services with hands‑on training and room for advancement.

Why Team:

• Excellent benefits, 401k match, paid vacation and holidays, overtime with full travel and per-diem paid.
• Work with top-tier equipment and support teams in a high-impact environment.
• Opportunities for training along with growth into other inspection or technical services, project management or leadership roles.
• A performance-driven, safety-first culture built on trust, teamwork, and technical excellence.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist in setup, operation, and breakdown of heat-treating equipment, including electric resistance coils, ceramic pads, induction units, and thermocouple instrumentation.
• Clean and prepare components for heat treatment following safety and client specifications.
• Lay out and secure insulation, heating elements, and monitoring hardware on piping, vessels, or weld zones.
• Monitor temperature controllers and data recorders to support certified technicians during operations.
• Cut and apply thermocouples accurately and securely under technician supervision.
• Retrieve and organize documentation, charts, and materials to support job setup and reporting.
• Follow strict safety procedures related to high-temperature equipment, electrical hazards, and confined or elevated work areas.
• Maintain tools, consumables, and equipment in safe, working conditions.
• Travel to client sites as required, sometimes for extended assignments or turnaround schedules.
• Follow all safety rules, client site protocols, and TEAM's Life Critical Expectations.
• Perform general labor duties related to rigging, lifting, and access equipment setup.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience assisting with PWHT, induction heating, or thermal processing.
• Basic electrical knowledge or experience working around power distribution equipment.
• Familiarity with welding, inspection, or other industrial trades.
• Current TWIC, OSHA 10/30, or other industry-standard safety certifications.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and hands‑on experience with tools/equipment.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening background check.
• Must be able to obtain TWIC, DISA, and/or other site access credentials.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools and measurement devices.
• Willingness to travel and work in various environments is typically found in Oil and Gas, Nuclear, Power, Municipality, Aerospace, and other type settings.
• Willingness and ability to work extended shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules as required.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in various environmental conditions.
• Strong work ethic with a safety-first mindset.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Sufficient personal mobility to maneuver in a standard, refinery or plant environment to include the ability to access elevated platforms via ladders and stairwells except when performing non-field duties.
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits employees to communicate effectively.
• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits employees to investigations.
• Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform routine office duties.
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodations to perform office duties and travel when necessary to off-site locations.
• Ability to maintain focus and multitask with effective communication skills.

Work Conditions

• Position is based out of a TEAM field office or client site location.
• Field duties require indoor and outdoor work in a plant atmosphere.
• Interaction with other crew employees, as well as supervisors and client personnel.
• Working in plant and/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels.
• Able to wear safety equipment for any task and as required by the safety department for personal protection.
• May be at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climate changes.
• May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.
• Willingness and ability to work extended shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules as required.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in various environmental conditions.
• Strong work ethic with a safety-first mindset.

This job description outlines the general tasks and work difficulty for the position but does not specify the exact duties and responsibilities of individual roles.

It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision.

The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

TEAM Industrial Services, Inc. strictly prohibits discrimination against applicants, employees, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws.

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