What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical / Process Pipe QAR (NDT Level II / CWI) position at AM Technical Solutions?
AMTS is looking to add a Mechanical/Process QAR's to our semiconductor project in Sherman, TX. The QAR is responsible for Code compliance and constructability resource for Construction Management and Engineering Groups as well as provide Discipline specific installation support.
- Qualified to inspect all materials received prior to installation or use to ensure fabrication specifications are met, ensure that installations are performed in accordance with the following:
- Master Specifications, Standard Installation Details, State and Local Codes UMC, UBC UPC and NFPA, SMACNA Standards, and International Codes, ASME, AWS
- Interface with OM/PM/CC and Trades on matters affecting the project quality of work and system operation
- Interface with Contractor supervision on functions and requirements for installations
- Assist trades in identifying and solving construction problems
- Perform all necessary inspections and equipment signoff requirements
- Participate in SOP and perform SIPP and Pre-Task Plan audits for compliance to all requirements
- Able to resolve technical construction questions and answer discipline specific RFIs.
Mechanical Specific Information
- Responsible for all aspects of construction pertaining to the installation, testing, and test and balance of all dry mechanical systems including exhaust and supply air systems.
- Responsible for all aspects of safety compliance specifically for the mechanical contractor, and generally site wide.
- Serves as the technical content expert relative to mechanical systems fabrication, installation, and testing. Possess a thorough understanding of acceptable industry standards for quality relative to all plastic, metal, Teflon lined stainless steel, and FRP ductwork systems.
- Responsible for performing, supervising, and tracking all QAQC checklists and leak testing for all tool types.
Process Piping Specific Information
- Possess a thorough understanding of acceptable industry standards for quality relative to all plastic, metal and/or hybrid piping materials likely to be used in microelectronics construction.
- Content expert in piping construction and be able to deliver a message of expectations such that interpretation is not left to chance.
- Strong knowledge is required in the following areas: Carbon steel and stainless steel welding and weld characteristics, Heat fusion and solvent welding of various plastics, All other methods of pipe joining i.e. threaded, compression, face seal, flared fittings, brazing, soldering, etc.
- ASME B31.3 compliant weld certificate in one or more of the following methods; SMAW, GTAW, GMAW
- ASME B31.3 compliant weld certificate (automatic orbital welding for high-purity gas systems)
- Certified by George Fischer on one or more of the following PVDF fusion processes; GF Model IR 63; GF Model IR225
- CWI preferred or NDT Level II required
- Possess a thorough understanding of acceptable industry standards for quality relative to all plastic, metal and/or hybrid piping materials likely to be used in microelectronics/high-tech industrial construction.
- Certified by George Fischer on one or more of the following PVDF fusion processes; GF Model IR 63; GF Model IR225
- Be certified by a PVC/CPVC manufacturer in the fabrication of solvent cemented joints, the installation of valves, the assembly of mechanical (threaded) connections, and other piping system components.
Key Skills
Able to communicate with trades (speak language of the trades). Technically skilled to act as the interface between trades, the designers and the tool owners. Need to understand tool drawing set for the corresponding functional area, to solve field contraction issues.
Thorough understanding of respective discipline to drive trade’s coordination. Understanding of Area Layout. Knowledge of microschedule for prefacilitation, understanding of sequence of construction activities and tool sequence.
Able to track hours in the field and to assess earned value. Coordinate prefacilities readiness check lists.
Able to resolve technical construction questions in the field.
Strong knowledge is required in the following areas; local and national codes; construction drawings/symbols; acceptable industry standard/practices
Education/Certification
Must have experience in similar QAQC type roles for major high tech construction projects/semiconductor facilities
Must have journeyman level experience in the specific trade discipline