Job Summary

The High Pressure Cleaning Industrial Technician performs high pressure water cleaning activities in industrial environments, including turnarounds and maintenance events. The Technician operates high pressure cleaning equipment and tooling while following approved procedures, permits, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate high pressure water jetting and hydroblasting equipment under supervision.
• Assist with setup, operation, and teardown of high pressure pumps, hoses, and tooling.
• Perform cleaning of tanks, vessels, exchangers, piping, and equipment as directed.
• Inspect hoses, fittings, and tools prior to use and report defects immediately.
• Maintain safe hose management, body positioning, and exclusion zones during operation.
• Follow confined space entry, lockout/tagout, and isolation requirements when applicable.
• Maintain continuous communication with supervisors and team members.
• Stop work and report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Complete job documentation, inspections, and housekeeping duties as assigned.

Typical Work Scope

• High pressure water jetting (5,000 – 40,000 PSI)
• Tank, vessel, and exchanger cleaning
• Line and piping cleaning
• Hydroblasting and hydrolazing operations
• Support of confined space entry and vacuum truck operations

Safety Responsibilities

• Comply with all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.
• Wear required PPE including cut-resistant clothing, face protection, and respiratory protection.
• Participate in toolbox talks, hazard assessments, and safety meetings.
• Understand high pressure water jetting hazards and control measures.
• Follow emergency response and rescue procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Previous industrial or high pressure cleaning experience preferred.
• Ability to understand job procedures and follow instructions.
• Physically capable of performing manual work in industrial environments.
• Valid site-required safety certifications.

Preferred Training and Certifications

• High Pressure Water Jetting Operator certification (Preferred)
• Confined Space Entry
• H2S Alive or equivalent
• First Aid / CPR
• Lockout / Tagout awareness

Physical and Work Conditions

This position requires working in industrial environments, including outdoors, at heights, and in proximity to high energy equipment. The Technician must be physically capable of lifting hoses, working in awkward positions, and wearing PPE for extended periods.