Repair Valve Technician

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Repair Supervisor, the Valve Repair Technician is responsible for installing, repairing, and removal of mechanical regulating and controlling devices, safety, and flow valves.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Will be focused on the valve repair procedure and able to follow instructions
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• Will be focused on disassembly and reassembly process of valves and able to follow instructions
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• Review work orders and procedures including customer specifics to use proper replacement parts while following specific instructions
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• Able to complete the bubble leak procedure
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• Understanding and knowledgeable regarding the valve bench testing procedure and able to follow it
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• Complete work orders, inventory logs, and calibration logs
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• Other duties as assigned
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REQUIREMENTS:

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• High school graduate or GED
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• 3-5 years of railcar repair valve experience
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• Prior experience with bubble leak tests
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• Prior experience with bench testing valves
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• Prior experience with valve removal or reassembly
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• Prior experience working with orders and inventory logs and calibration logs
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• Must be able to read and comprehend basic drawings and scope of work
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• Read and comprehend the requirements of the VLS Quality Assurance Manual and Procedure, as well as the customer and regulatory requirements
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• Must possess basic math skills, addition, and subtraction
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• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a continuous basis
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• Able to stand for long periods of time with limited breaks
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• Work in extreme temperatures and elements for an extended period of time
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• Ability to work Monday through Friday day hours must be able to work overtime including weekends as needed.
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• Must be able to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights (15 feet off the ground)
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• Must be able to pass a physical, drug screen, and background check
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PREFERRED:

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• PT and VT certifications
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