Valve Technician- JOB FAIR

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC • Victoria, TX

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About The Position

The Valve Repair Technician works under the direction of the Repair Supervisor and is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining mechanical regulating and controlling devices, including safety and flow valves. The role focuses on following valve repair procedures and instructions; disassembling and reassembling valves; reviewing work orders and customer-specific procedures to select appropriate replacement parts; and completing bubble leak and valve bench-testing procedures. The technician also completes work orders, inventory logs, and calibration logs, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• Mechanically inclined and familiar with hand tools and torque wrenches.
• Able to read and comprehend basic drawings and scope of work.
• Basic math skills, including addition and subtraction.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds continuously.
• Able to read and comprehend the VLS Quality Assurance Manual and Procedure, as well as customer and regulatory requirements.
• Prior experience with bubble leak tests.
• Prior experience bench testing valves.
• Prior experience with valve removal or reassembly.
• Prior experience working with work orders, inventory logs, and calibration logs.
• Able to stand for long periods with limited breaks.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures and elements for extended periods.
• Able to work Monday through Friday during the day and overtime, including weekends, as needed.
• Able to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights (15 feet off the ground).
• Able to climb a railcar side ladder 15 feet off the ground.
• Must pass a physical, drug screen, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Follow valve repair procedures and instructions.
• Disassemble and reassemble valves according to instructions.
• Review work orders and procedures, including customer-specific requirements, and use appropriate replacement parts.
• Complete the bubble leak procedure.
• Perform valve bench testing according to procedure.
• Complete work orders, inventory logs, and calibration logs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED