Technician

Order Type : Temp To Full-Time

This position would be great for someone who has some type of diesel mechanic experience. The company is willing to pay more if the candidate has prior work experience relevant in this field. (The candidates are few and far between.) POSITION SUMMARY: The Valve Technician will perform hands on maintenance, manual machining, welding, troubleshooting / assessment, and repair work on valves based on the associated skill level, traveling to and from customer sites and service center; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies. ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES: • Basic Manual Machine experience • Interface with customer personnel to perform hands-on workshop and / or on-site valve troubleshooting / assessment, maintenance, testing (pre / post), and / or repair of valves. • Perform PSV testing utilizing certified test equipment and complete all QA / QC documentation as required by the VR program (if skilled). • Perform hands-on workshop and / or on-site disassembly, inspection, reporting, cleaning, and reassembly or valves. 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 to the on-site supervisor as required. • Perform day-to-day and routine safety observations and inspections. Accountabilities of All Employees: • Using your best efforts and full capability daily to the work assigned to you by your manager. • Advising your manager if you do not understand the work, they have assigned to you, or if the assignment does not fit with your knowledge of the circumstances, current skills or available time and resources. • Advising your manager of any situations or obstacles that could keep you from accomplishing the work assigned to you. • Advising your manager of any situations or opportunities that could help you complete or improve the work assigned to you. • Demonstrating work behaviors consistent with the company values and work within prescribed boundaries, including company policies, standards, procedures and any legislative requirements. • Seeking special consideration from your manager when unable to work at your best. ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Maintains safe operations by keeping work area clean and organized and by adhering to safety procedures and regulations. • Maintains equipment by completing basic preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; initiating repair work orders. • Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. • Documents actions by completing required paper and/or electronic logs. • Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications. • Participate in required meetings and training. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: • N/A • Basic understanding of electrical wiring schematics 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 • Operational experience in the oil and gas industry with respect to system operations and valves a plus Language Skills: • Ability to read and interpret common scientific and technical journals and blueprints. • Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: • 10% - 50% to customer sites, local, out of town and or state, some pre-planned turnaround service jobs may require up to 4 weeks of travel. • Weekend availability a must for this 24/7 customer service position