Field Operator, Fusion Technician (Hdpe)

Join our Xylem Carterville, IL Team  

If you are excited and passionate about helping #LetsSolveWater, consider joining our team today!  Xylem, Inc. is a leading global water technology company servicing more than 150 countries and is dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues.  We are looking for individuals to join our mission by exceeding customer expectations through smart sustainable solutions.  At Xylem, you will have the opportunity to solve water by participating in our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark  

THE ROLE: The Field Operator, Fusion Tech (HDPE) will be responsible for supporting the delivery, installation, and operation of Xylem equipment on Xylem Service Center sites and/or customer job sites.  We offer a full benefits package to include 4 WEEKS Paid Time Off (PTO), health, dental, vision, investment savings plan, and other additional miscellaneous benefits  

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Operate fusion machine to build HDPE (high-density polyethylene) pipelines on customer site to connect the pumping system. Ensure pumping system and pipeline meet operational requirements. Understand and react to how weather conditions effect HDPE fusion.
• Ensures pipeline, pump equipment and accessories are installed according to specification.
• Work independently or as part of a crew to install and dismantle pumping systems and pipelines on customer job sites.
• Review preliminary contracts to ensure all materials needed are identified and available. Update the sales staff should any materials change, or the initial job set up changes.
• Thoroughly inspect and evaluate condition of pipe, hose, and fittings upon dismantling. 
• Safely utilize chain saws and other hand tools to properly cut and break down pipelines. Understand how and where to cut pipe to avoid spills, damage, and excessive scrapping.
• Identify all items to be delivered or picked up with customer to ensure completeness and accuracy. Perform visual inspection of equipment being picked up and note any damage. Obtain customer’s signature on appropriate paperwork.
• Utilize motorized equipment handling machinery to safely load equipment on and off trucks and trailers.
• Secure all items loaded on the truck for safe over-the-road travel in accordance with Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA), Federal Department of Transportation and local Department of Transportation guidelines.
• Ensure yard and loading areas are clear of debris and trash; accessories and equipment are organized and easy to access.
• Heavy travel (+75%) requiring overnight stays within the southeast region to mobilize/demobilize small pump systems on customer job sites.
• Establish communication with equipment operators.
• Prepare electronic work orders.
• Perform vacuum checks on installed pumping systems.
• Perform proper sequencing to break down pump systems and pipelines to avoid spills and/or contamination to surrounding work area. Properly flush systems.
• Prepare Bill of Ladings (BOLs) to load out equipment from job site. Coordinate with Xylem Service Center Manager to arrange proper timing of truck arrivals to ensure material handling equipment and/or personnel are available.
• Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• High school or general equivalency degree
• Heavy travel (+75%) requiring overnight stays
• Fusion machine and forklift certification preferred
• Prior experience fusing HDPE pipe ranging from 2 inch to 72 inch
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate diesel powered hydraulic lifting equipment, i.e., forklifts, front-end loaders, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours to respond to customer emergencies
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record; Class B or willingness to upgrade Class A license
• Department of Transportation Medical card
• Must be able to meet FMCSA requirements including age (if required for role)
• Experience with flatbed trailers and proper load securement techniques
• Ability to read blueprints or other layout and design documents
• Mechanical aptitude with ability to diagnose and repair simple mechanical issues

DAY IN THE LIFE:  In this role, the working environment is exposed to both a Shop environment (intermittent exposure to all outdoor weather conditions; intermittent exposure to shop noise and fumes all within limits of OSHA standards) and Manufacturing environment (may be exposed to loud noises, changing temperatures, machinery with moving parts and various materials) and the physical demands may include but not limited to regularly sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, kneeling, climbing and lifting up to 50 lbs, and etc associated with general labor work continually throughout 8 hours etc.  

At Xylem, we embrace diversity and strive to create avenues where employees feel valued and appreciated through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resources Groups (ERG).  Xylem is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace.  Xylem prohibits discrimination, harassment of any kind and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or sexual orientation (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, medical conditions or disability, genetic information, age, or other non-merit factors.  

 Join the global Xylem team today!  Xylem is a team creating advanced technology solutions to the world’s water challenges through developing new technologies and services that will improve the way water is used, conserved, and re-used in the future is central to our work. Our products and services move, treat, analyze, monitor, and return water to the environment, in public utility, industrial, residential, and commercial building services settings. Xylem also provides a leading portfolio of smart metering, network technologies and advanced analytics solutions for water, electric and gas utilities.  

Disclaimer: The information listed within this job description is designed to indicate the general nature of work expected for this position and shall not be viewed as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required in this position.  Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.  Xylem reserves the right to modify this job description or assign other duties to this position as needed.  

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