Hiring: Bypass Technician II (3168) Company: IRONCLAD Powered by Mersino Location: Putnam, CT Job Posted Time: 2026-09-14 13:50:18 Employment Type: On-site About the job Required Skills: •Typical Duties And Responsibilities – Technician I •Enroll in Mersino’s Butt Fusion Certification program up to 24” diameter pipe; complete simple straight run fusion under direct supervision •Set up the fusion machine under guidance from a Fusion Technician to learn how to set proper hydraulic pressures and heat plate temperatures for the pipe that will be fused •Perform daily visual and weekly documented equipment inspections of the fusion machine; learn basic fusion machine maintenance such as oil changes, filter changes, hydraulic fluid changes, and general care of the machine •Complete Mersino’s forklift certification program for rough terrain forklifts; move pumps, compressors, generators, hoses, and other equipment under supervision utilizing proper rigging, lift, and suspended load procedures •Complete bypass and fusing operational support activities with little supervision including laying out pipes, bolting flanges, and moving and preparing other materials on site •Independently identify components of pumps and pumping systems such as pipes, fittings, sizes, etc. •Ensure proper use of specialty tools such as chainsaws, including safety procedures and required PPE Qualifications: •6-9+ months of experience as a Bypass Technician I or an equivalent role •12+ months of experience in HDPE fusion and bypass field operations with proven ability to complete straight run fusion, as well as fusion machine setup, inspections, and preventative maintenance •Butt fusion certification up to 24” diameter pipe •High school diploma or equivalent •Valid driver’s license in state of residence and a clean driving record •This job has specific DOT requirements. Please see the link: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49/subtitle-B/chapter-III/subchapter-B/part-391 •Demonstrated capacity to work a flexible schedule to meet job requirements including long hours and/or overnight stays away from home •Demonstrated capacity to work in extreme weather •Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with others •Demonstrated capacity to multi-task in a changing environment Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!