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MISTRAS Group, Inc. Spring Can Team Technician- Anywhere in the US in South Point, Ohio
Description
MISTRAS Group, Inc. is seeking Spring Can Team Technicians. A Spring Can Team ensures piping systems remain properly supported and flexible during operation and thermal expansion. Can reside anywhere in the US. Be open to travel.
A Spring Can Team is typically a group of skilled industrial or maintenance technicians who specialize in servicing spring cans — mechanical devices used in industrial piping systems to support pipes while allowing for vertical movement caused by temperature changes.
These teams are common in refineries, power plants, chemical plants, and industrial shutdowns/turnarounds , where spring cans must be inspected, repaired, adjusted, or replaced to keep piping systems safe and compliant.
Key Responsibilities:
Install, remove, and inspect spring cans and variable/constant pipe supports
Perform load testing, travel verification, and adjustments per specifications
Read and interpret drawings, isometrics, and support details
Document inspections, measurements, and repairs
Work safely at heights, in confined spaces, and in industrial environments
Use hand tools, power tools, and measurement devices accurately
Coordinate with project supervisors, engineers, and other trades
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required
Mechanical, industrial maintenance, millwright, or piping experience preferred
Ability to read technical drawings and follow procedures
Strong attention to safety and detail
Comfortable working in physically demanding environments
Physical Requirements:
Lift up to 50 lbs regularly
Climb ladders, scaffolding, and work at heights
Stand, bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces
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