Isolation Valve Repair Technician

John H. Carter Website•Sulphur, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Isolation Valve Repair Technician is responsible for performing various repair and maintenance tasks on isolation valves and their accessories. This role involves a comprehensive understanding of valve types, repair procedures, safety protocols, and relevant industry codes. The technician will be involved in the entire repair process, from initial write-up and disassembly to assembly, testing, and final preparation for shipping. This position requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. There are three levels within this job, with progression based on knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum 2 years of experience in valve repair industry
TWIC card
OSHA Safety certification
Security Passport
Valid State issued driver’s license
Demonstrated ability to read, write and verbalize in a professional, organized manner
Successful in interfacing with customers, internal and external
Demonstrated problem solving abilities
Self-Starter and Self-Directed
Ability to meet specified criteria to drive a company-owned vehicle and follow all policies and requirements to remain in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Technical/Trade School preferred

Responsibilities

Perform repair receiving write-up process manually and electronically, including reading MSDS, identifying valves, translating information, and entering data into the GVT system.
Take digital pictures and transfer them into the ERP system network folder.
Safely pretest block valves and actuators for failure analysis.
Safely disassemble and clean various types of valves and parts.
Mark parts correctly and maintain organization and segregation.
Perform glass bead and steel shot blasting, understanding limitations.
Perform chemical solvent cleaning.
Use oxy/acetylene torch, bolt-torque equipment, and high-pressure packing extractor.
Evaluate parts and maintain material awareness.
Maintain and apply knowledge of relevant industry codes (ASME, API, NACE, etc.) and specific material handling specifications (Chlorine Institute, HF acid).
Safely and accurately perform machining processes such as polishing stems and disking seats.
Safely assemble valves according to repair order instructions, customer specifications, and OEM manuals, including performing the lapping process.
Install stem packing.
Assemble various types of valves and actuators.
Disc and fit gate valves in the shop and field.
Safely test valves according to applicable code requirements using compressed air, water, and nitrogen, and document test results thoroughly.
Tag, seal, and prepare products for shipping, including priming and painting, while adhering to safety and waste disposal rules.
Safely perform final inspection and document findings.
Read and record measurements using standard measuring tools.
Safely perform preventative maintenance on vehicles, equipment, and tools, including completing required documentation.
Ensure JHC TCC standards are upheld at all times.
Actively support colleagues and build relationships internally and externally.
Travel as required throughout the Gulf Coast region.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Drive a company-owned vehicle, meeting all specified criteria and following policies.