Pipe Hydro Tester A

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Pipe Hydro Tester is responsible for independently preparing, performing, and documenting mechanical and hydrostatic tests on piping systems to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and quality assurance standards. This role is essential to certifying that shipboard or industrial piping systems are leak-free, structurally sound, and ready for final QA inspection.

Key Responsibilities

• Drawing Interpretation : Accurately read and interpret one-line mechanical and functional piping drawings to determine testing requirements and sequence.
• System Verification : Confirm mechanical completion of piping systems prior to initiating test activities.
• Test Execution : Conduct both air and hydrostatic pressure testing in accordance with engineering specifications, safety protocols, and industry standards.
• Defect Identification : Detect and document weld defects, leaks, or other deficiencies during the course of testing.
• Independent Work : Plan, prepare, and execute test procedures independently with minimal supervision.
• System Sell-Off : Coordinate with the QA department for final inspection and successfully present systems for acceptance.
• Documentation : Maintain accurate test records, including pressure logs, leak reports, and system readiness checklists.
• Equipment Use : Set up and operate test equipment such as pumps, gauges, manifolds, hoses, and regulators.

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