Automation Technician

MRC Global US•Odessa, TX

37d

About The Position

MRC Global serves the oil and gas industry across the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors as well as the chemical and gas distribution market sectors worldwide. Job Purpose Responsible for performing technical duties related to the manufacturing , assembly, and testing of electrical and pneumatic automated valve assemblies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (not all inclusive) Individual must be able to perform the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Pull stock and buyout items for assembly and shipment of customer orders or transfers . Inspect all fabricated and purchased materials to ensure that customer specifications and industry codes and standards are met . Document non-conforming material and subsequent required corrective action . Document and maintain files as required to permit certification of compliance with product specification . Assemble and test mechanical, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic automated assemblies. Perform assembly on various types of electric or pneumatic assemblies . Perform pre-installation inspections to assist the project team . Serve as a point of contact for technical/quality issues for local sales representatives . Report customer concerns and technical issues to local sales representatives. Coordinate communication between the sales office and the warehouse to ensure efficient and timely deliveries to customers . Establish a friendly and effective working relationship with manufacturers and internal and external customers using written correspondence, proper phone etiquette, and other effective interpersonal skills . Maintain 24-hour availability as needed in order to lend assistance to the Branch Manager. Mount actuators to valves . Perform modifications to actuators (seals, spring changes). Mount and calibrate basic accessories (Limit Switches, Solenoids, Quick exhausts). Build panels to mount accessories. Ability to read schematics. Basic understanding of electrical wiring. Ability to read wiring diagrams. Perform other duties and projects as assigned . Take reasonable care for the safety and health of yourself and others, and report workplace hazards, injuries, or illnesses immediately . Education, Experience & Ability Requirements Any combination of requirements that provide knowledge and abilities necessary to perform essential duties and responsibilities will be considered. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. California Employee Data Collection Notice

Requirements

High school diploma or a GED (General Education Degree) or equivalent combination of education and work experience that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work
One year of mechanical experience
Two years of related industry experience, either with MRC Global or with a similar work environment
Must have a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable record at all times
Strong knowledge of, or ability to learn, products and processes
Basic mechanical knowledge of gearing, bearings, and moving assemblies
Basic knowledge of electrical and pneumatic type equipment usage (e.g., pneumatic and electric tools, fixtures , and test equipment)
Basic knowledge of electricity and electrical components
Knowledge of and ability to use basic hand and power tools
Ability to learn and operate material handling equipment
Ability to establish working rapport with local management, technical inside and outside sales representatives, warehouse associates, and other branch personnel using proper phone etiquette and other effective interpersonal skills
Typing and computer skills, including MS Office (Outlook)
Knowledge of or ability to learn MRC Global warehouse business processes and software
Knowledge of operating standard office equipment
Ability to learn and be proficient in working with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic valve automation assemblies
Ability to read and translate schematics and P.I.D.s
Must have the ability to provide documentation verifying legal work status
Ability to read and speak the English language proficiently in order to communicate with others, understand and interpret safety instructions, and respond to inquiries
Ability to understand and comply with MRC Global guidelines and expectations, including Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest guidelines

Responsibilities

Pull stock and buyout items for assembly and shipment of customer orders or transfers
Inspect all fabricated and purchased materials to ensure that customer specifications and industry codes and standards are met
Document non-conforming material and subsequent required corrective action
Document and maintain files as required to permit certification of compliance with product specification
Assemble and test mechanical, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic automated assemblies
Perform assembly on various types of electric or pneumatic assemblies
Perform pre-installation inspections to assist the project team
Serve as a point of contact for technical/quality issues for local sales representatives
Report customer concerns and technical issues to local sales representatives
Coordinate communication between the sales office and the warehouse to ensure efficient and timely deliveries to customers
Establish a friendly and effective working relationship with manufacturers and internal and external customers using written correspondence, proper phone etiquette, and other effective interpersonal skills
Maintain 24-hour availability as needed in order to lend assistance to the Branch Manager
Mount actuators to valves
Perform modifications to actuators (seals, spring changes)
Mount and calibrate basic accessories (Limit Switches, Solenoids, Quick exhausts)
Build panels to mount accessories
Ability to read schematics
Basic understanding of electrical wiring
Ability to read wiring diagrams
Perform other duties and projects as assigned
Take reasonable care for the safety and health of yourself and others, and report workplace hazards, injuries, or illnesses immediately