Safety Valve Technician
About The Position
The Safety Valve Technician is responsible for assembling, repairing, testing, and validating Pressure Relief Valves (PRVs), Safety Valves, and Control Valves. The technician works with operations, quality, engineering, and service teams to ensure products meet customer requirements, industry standards, and company quality expectations. The role supports equipment reliability, customer satisfaction, and business success through safe, precise work in workshop and service environments. Duties include assembling valve components to drawings and work instructions; testing, calibrating, troubleshooting, and repairing valve assemblies; performing lapping and seat restoration; operating and maintaining testing and shop equipment; and documenting inspection and test results. The position also involves stainless steel tubing bending for high-pressure applications, supporting quality notifications and corrective actions, and following EHS procedures. The role offers flexible working patterns, including starting early or late and flexibility within the day or week. Baker Hughes describes its workplace as supporting employee development, engagement, health, and well-being. The company states that it operates in over 120 countries and is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Requirements
- Associate degree preferred; equivalent technical education and experience will be considered.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in valve assembly, repair, testing, or related mechanical service environments.
- Hands-on experience with Pressure Relief Valves (PRVs), Safety Relief Valves, and Control Valves.
- Experience using precision measuring instruments and calibration tools.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and assembly documentation.
- Experience operating pressure-testing and valve-diagnostic equipment.
- Hands-on experience with stainless steel tubing bending.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Knowledge of valve repair, lapping, calibration, and testing processes.
- Familiarity with API standards and industry quality requirements.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong commitment to safety and quality.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
- Experience with crane, hoist, and material-handling equipment.
- Valve lapping and seat restoration experience.
- Experience using silicon carbide, aluminum oxide, and diamond lapping compounds.
- Knowledge of pressure testing and leak detection techniques.
- Experience with assembly tooling calibration and maintenance.
- Experience with quality inspection and non-conformance reporting.
- Experience with control valve actuator setup and verification.
- Knowledge of API 598 testing procedures.
- Experience with precision measurement and dimensional inspection.
Responsibilities
- Assemble complex valve components and assemblies according to assembly drawings, bills of materials, and work instructions.
- Perform functional, pressure, and performance testing on Pressure Relief Valves, Safety Valves, and Control Valves.
- Operate and maintain testing equipment in compliance with engineering and quality standards.
- Apply appropriate settings, calibrate tools, and maintain assembly equipment.
- Precisely torque valve components to required specifications.
- Read and interpret assembly blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues and identify corrective actions during assembly and testing.
- Perform lapping and seat restoration using manual and automated lapping equipment and appropriate compounds and tools.
- Support Quality Notifications (QNs) and corrective actions as required.
- Safely operate cranes, hoists, pallet jacks, and other shop equipment.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment and follow EHS procedures.
- Bend stainless steel tubing by interpreting bend specifications, operating manual or CNC equipment, maintaining dimensional tolerances, and ensuring tubing integrity for high-pressure applications.
- Verify actuator stroke, bench set, and positioner calibration according to manufacturer specifications.
- Conduct API 598 control valve testing, including shell tests at 1.5 times maximum rated cold working pressure, seat tests, and pneumatic leak testing.
- Interpret test results and accurately document inspection records.
Benefits
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
- Company-sponsored health and welfare programs
- Thrift Plan (401k)
- Additional forms of compensation such as bonuses, subject to applicable benefit plans or policies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
