The Manual Valve Technician will perform hands on machining operations and also support maintenance, troubleshooting/assessment, and repair work on valves (Block Valves, PSV / SRV, and / or pneumatic and electric actuators) based on the associated skill level.Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform machining and other support operations on individual components of valves, pumps, turbines, and other industrial equipment utilizing various manual machines.
- Perform hands-on workshop troubleshooting/assessment, maintenance, testing (pre/post), and/or repair of valves and actuators.
- Perform hands-on workshop disassembly, inspection, reporting, cleaning, and reassembly of valves and actuators. Machine material and / or parts with various machining equipment.
- Ensure work and used materials are in compliance with manufacturer specifications.
- Read and interpret schematics for assembly, repair, and reassembly as required including completion of applicable quality documentation in either paper or electronic form.
- Perform failure assessments and make recommendations
- Perform day to day and routine safety observations and inspections.
RequirementsQualificationsThe ideal candidate should have strong skills in the following:
- Journeyman level with Trade School diploma/certification or equivalent years of experience.
- Must have competence and knowledge in the use and operation of shop machine equipment, including the following: lathe, surface grinder, drill press, cut-off saw, vertical & horizontal mills, etc.
- Good interpersonal skills for daily interaction with customers and fellow employees.
- Understanding of process hazards and ability to service valves and rotating equipment in a production environment.
- Familiar with NBIC, ANSI, API and ASME codes and their applications.
- Basic understanding of schematics/P&IDs and the ability to read and interpret maintenance and repair manuals for use in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical assemblies.
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload to maximize efficiency.
Preferred Skills
- Operational experience in the oil and gas industry with respect to system operations, prime movers and associated valves.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and diagnose systemic problems.
- Certificate holder for safe operation of Propane powered 5000 lb capacity forklift.
- Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook to generate service reports and communicate within the company including skills to navigate web-based service literature and programs.
Additional Requirements
- Must be capable to work in conditions that are consistent with a manufacturing and service organization consisting of work environments ranging from a workshop to on-site at a heavy industry facility.
- frequent lifting of objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Must pass an initial alcohol and drug test