Texas Firex Hydrostatic Technician I

HRD is an FAA repair station that has been providing world-class service for over thirty-five years for the aviation industry. HRD is the industry leader dedicated to the overhaul of aircraft survival equipment, aircraft fire extinguishers and oxygen equipment

The Texas Firex Hydrostatic Technician I is responsible for the hydrostatic pressure testing of cylinder vessels in accordance with DOT and FAA regulations.

Main Duties and Responsibilities of the Role: (other duties may be assigned) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Reads and interprets Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs), procedures, and other technical materials to determine required testing methods and tools.
• Performs visual inspections of cylinder interiors and exteriors before testing.
• Performs hydrostatic testing per CMM specifications and DOT procedures.
• Operates manual and automatic hydrostatic retest equipment.
• Observes and records test pressure and expansion readings.
• Monitors fire extinguishers and cylinders for leaks during testing.
• Determines whether cylinders pass or fail against permanent-expansion limits, and condemns cylinders that fail.
• Marks requalified cylinders with the requalifier Identification Number (RIN) and test date.
• Performs required daily calibration of test equipment, and interprets calibration results to confirm equipment is within tolerance.
• Documents test results and maintenance performed, and maintains requalification records per 49 CFR 180.215.
• Cleans and dries cylinder interiors.
• Maintains an acceptable level of productivity as set by department requirements.
• Follows all safety rules and policies, including PPE requirements.
• Keeps the work area organized and clean.• Ability to successfully complete HRD-provided DOT hazmat and Halon training.
• Ability to wear PPE when required.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 lb.
• Availability to work a 40-hour week, plus overtime as needed.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• This is a DOT safety-sensitive position. Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test and take part in random drug and alcohol testing, as required by DOT regulations.

Requirements & Qualifications

Requirements:

• Ability to successfully complete HRD-provided DOT hazmat and Halon training.
• Ability to wear PPE when required.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 lb.
• Availability to work a 40-hour week, plus overtime as needed.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• This is a DOT safety-sensitive position. Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test and take part in random drug and alcohol testing, as required by DOT regulations.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with cylinder test standards under 49 CFR DOT regulations and special permits.
• Experience with Document Control.
• Prior experience with hydrostatic testing, fire extinguishers, or aviation maintenance.

Skills:

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including CMMs, procedure manuals, and safety rules.
• Ability to read pressure gauges and test equipment displays accurately.
• Operation of manual and automatic hydrostatic retest equipment.
• Basic math skills, including reading measurements and calculating pass/fail results.
• Accurate record-keeping and documentation of test results.
• Proficient PC use for data entry and test records.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness in following written procedures.
• Safe handling of pressurized cylinders and shop equipment.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.Experience: • 1+ year of experience working in a shop environment.

Experience:

• 1+ year of experience working in a shop environment.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off.

​​​​​​Physical Demands: The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; the employee will intermittently sit; frequently use hands to handle, grasp, squeeze or feel; reach with hands and arms; normal visual range with or without correction; hear in the normal audio range with or without correction; and use close vision for reading gauges and fine detail. Frequently lift up to 50 lb.

Work Environment: Work is performed in a repair shop near high-pressure test equipment, water, and noise, possible exposure to extinguishing agents. PPE when required