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Training Helper - Hydro-Demolition / Concrete Sawing & Coring
Training Helper - Hydro-Demolition / Concrete Sawing & Coring
Training Helper - Hydro-Demolition / Concrete Sawing & Coring
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Training Helper - Hydro-Demolition / Concrete Sawing & CoringJob Description Training Helper - Hydro-Demolition / Concrete Sawing & Coring
Location: Houston, TX (Travel Required Based on Division)
Reports To: Crew Foreman / Operations ManagerFLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Summary:
The Training Helper is an entry-level field position designed to develop future Hydro Operators and Concrete Sawing & Drilling Operators. This role supports production crews while receiving structured, hands-on training in equipment setup, safety procedures, and field operations. This position is physically demanding and requires strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and commitment to ATIs zero-incident safety culture. The goal of this role is progression into a skilled Operator position within 6-18 months based on performance.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Crew Support (Hydro Division)
- Assist with setup of UHP hoses, pumps, water systems, and vacuum systems
- Support robotic hydro-demolition systems (e.g., Aqua Cutter 710V / Aqua Cutter 750V)
- Manage water supply and hose organization
- Assist with tower assembly and breakdown
- Maintain clean and organized work zones
- Support slurry containment and cleanup
- Crew Support (Sawing & Coring Division)
- Assist in setup of slab saws, wall saws, and core drills
- Mark layouts under operator supervision
- Manage water control and slurry removal
- Move and stage equipment safely
- Assist with blade changes and tool handling
- Support jobsite protection and cleanup
- Safety & Compliance
- Follow all OSHA and ATI safety policies
- Participate in daily Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)
- Maintain 100% PPE compliance
- Observe lockout/tagout procedures
- Immediately report unsafe conditions
- Support ATIs zero-incident culture
- Equipment CareClean and organize tools and equipment daily
- Assist with preventative maintenance
- Monitor hose conditions, fittings, blades, and tooling
- Help maintain trucks and trailers
- Training & Development Path
- Training Helpers will be evaluated and trained in:
- Equipment setup procedures
- Basic operational controls
- Safety protocols
- Reading basic layouts and depth specs
- Mechanical troubleshooting basics
- Production expectations
- Advancement Path:
- Helper Operator IOperator I Operator IIOperator II Lead Operator
- Advancement is performance-based, not time-based.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Valid drivers license required
- Ability to obtain CDL (Hydro Division path preferred)
- Ability to lift 75+ lbs
- Willingness to travel (hydro crews)
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Mechanical aptitude preferred
- Ability to work nights and weekends as needed
Physical Requirements:
- Frequent lifting, bending, kneeling, climbing
- Outdoor work in heat, cold, rain
- Exposure to water, dust, noise
- Ability to work in confined or elevated areas
- Performance Metrics (Monitored)
- Attendance & punctuality
- Safety compliance
- Equipment care
- Attitude & teamwork
- Skill progression milestones
- Ability to follow direction
- Work pace & physical endurance
- Compensation & Growth Opportunity
- Competitive hourly wage
- Overtime eligibility
- Travel per diem (hydro division)
- Safety incentive eligibility
- Fast-track advancement for high performers
- What we ExpectThis is not a general labor position.
- This is a career-track position for individuals who want to grow into skilled operators in a high-performance infrastructure company.
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