Valve Technician

Emerson•Gonzales, LA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to play an integral role in the Lifecycle Services model at Emerson? We have an exciting opportunity for you! As a Valve Technician, you will be responsible for the teardown, repair, assembly, calibration, and diagnostics—using Flowscanner—of various brands of control valves and instruments. This role also includes completing associated paperwork, conducting valve diagnostics, and working with digital control technologies such as AMS and DeltaV. You will primarily work in a shop environment, with occasional field service as needed!

Requirements

High School diploma and 2+ year of consistent working experience
Ability to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in the process control industry is a plus
Knowledge of analyzing, evaluating, diagnosing, and resolving equipment or process related problems is strongly preferred
Mechanical related Associates degree a plus
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain machinery and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
Proven ability to quickly learn proprietary systems
Strong communication skills both oral and written
Understanding or work experience with Fisher and Final Control product preferred.

Responsibilities

Assembly of new equipment or repaired equipment.
Documentation of repair / testing / assembly activities – cause of failure, actions taken, parts used, labor hours, etc
Various inventory control responsibilities - stocking shelves, pulling parts, cycle counting, accurate documentation of inventory transactions.
Customer communication – technical assistance, troubleshooting, quoting / determining disposition of repairs.
Disassembly, cleanup and evaluation of parts.
Surface preparation and painting assemblies and parts.
Nameplate stamping and tagging.
Boxing / shipping of old and new parts.
Crating and packaging when required.
Final inspection and completion of inspection report.
Signing and documenting date compliance sheets.
Adherence to all safety, quality, company rules and regulations.
Responsible for personal safety and those around them.
Can maintain excellent housekeeping standards.
Participation in field service calls, as required, at customer sites.
May require overnight stays from time to time.
Participation and involvement in Safety, Quality and Activities Committees.