Valve Technician

Position summary:
Install, repair, and maintain mechanical regulating and controlling devices, safety and flow valves.

Tasks:

• Connect regulators to test stands and turn screw adjustments until gauges indicate that inlet and outlet pressures meet specifications.
• Record maintenance information, including test results, material usage, and repairs made.
• Disconnect and/or remove defective or unauthorized valves, using hand tools.
• Lubricate wearing surfaces of mechanical parts, using oils or other lubricants.
• Disassemble and repair mechanical control devices or valves, such as safety valves, XS flow valves, heater coils, or bottom outlet valves, using power tools, hand tools, and cutting torches.
• Turn valves to allow measured amounts of air or gas to pass through gauges at specified flow rates.
• Examine valves parts for defects, dents, or loose attachments, and mark malfunctioning areas of defective units.
• Test valves and gauges for leaks and accurate temperature and pressure settings, using precision testing equipment.
• Attach air hoses to valve connections; then plug outlets and observe gauges for pressure losses in order to test internal seams for leaks.
• Replace defective parts, such as ball valves, ruptured disks, and safety valves, and reassemble units according to customer specifications using hand tools.

Skills:

• Mechanically inclined.
• Able to stand for long periods of time with limited breaks.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and team lift up to 150 pounds.
• Work in extreme temperatures and elements for an extended period of time.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work at elevated heights.
• Must be able to read and comprehend basic drawings and scope of work.
• Must possess basic math skills, addition, subtraction.

Qualities:

• Mechanically Inclined
• Committed to Personal Excellence (Safety, Quality, Productivity)

Experience and Education:

• High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate); or 3 years verifiable work experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Washington, IN 47501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Instrumentation & Control Technicians: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location