Field Service Technician - Houston, United States - Puffer-Sweiven

Puffer-Sweiven

Verified Company

Houston, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Company Description:

For over 75 years, Puffer-Sweiven has set the standard in equipment and services for process control, automation, safety, and reliability.

We help process-intensive facilities run more efficiently and safely by delivering quality products, technical support, and knowledgeable staff to implement the needed process solutions — with the goal of exceeding customer expectations.

Our dedication brings the most advanced products and services to our customers throughout the Central and Gulf Coast regions of Texas.

Specialties:

Process Control & Safety Systems
Control Valves & Regulators
Isolation Valves & Actuation
Oil & Gas Automation
Reliability Solutions & Services
Pressure Management
Specialty Pumps & Rotating Equipment
Instrumentation
Maintenance & Repair Services

Duties and Responsibilities:

In-shop actuator services:

Technical telephone support
Document all incoming items for shop repair
Survey
Photo
Enter job to open order log
Stage and tag all items for shop repair
Visually inspect the unit before repair
Disassemble and clean unit before repair
Internal inspection of unit for repair
Inform the Service Coordinator of evaluation results, expected repair requirements and associated final schedule
Initiate parts requisition with the Service Coordinator
Perform preventative maintenance
Repair, reassemble and test the actuator
Enter repair data and test observations into ValveTrac
Understand and follow safety practices
Keep shop area organized and clean
All other repair duties as required by the Supervisor

On-site services:

Maintain required safety, drug testing and background check credentials
Performs teardown, inspection, and rebuilds of valves and actuation in field
Performs diagnostics and troubleshooting of valves and instruments
Dispatches to customer site as scheduled
Perform onsite walkdowns to scope repair requirements and recommend repair options and benefits
Change pneumatic actuator failure action.
Accurately takes and documents onsite measurements for use in fabricating actuator mounting hardware or other machined parts.
Effectively communicate with customer.
Maintain accurate time sheets, mileage and expense records for onsite assignments. Responsible to obtain customer signature that enables proper invoicing of the assignment.
Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Knowledge:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience/Skills:

5+ years of actuator repair experience is required.
Must be able to meet customer requirements for onsite access,
including background and safety requirements.

COMPETENCIES:

Strong mechanical aptitude.
Ability to safely use and maintain a large variety of tools and equipment.
Ability to read and implement repair procedures and processes.
Ability to interpret technical manuals.
Possesses basic knowledge of A/C electrical circuitry and wiring.
Ability to work independently or as a team member.
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Ability to clearly communicate with supervision, team members, customers and salespeople.
Ability to follow instructions, procedures and repair processes
Possesses basic computer skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to wear maximum level of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) without restriction which may include but is not limited to: hardhat; safety glasses; fire resistant clothing; safetytoed footwear; hearing protection; respiratory protection, etc.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to walk and stand 8 hours per day.
Frequent climbing, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping.
Hazards: Potential exposure to chemicals. Proximity to moving mechanical and mobile equipment.
Must be able to work outside in environmental conditions which at times include extreme heat or extreme cold.
Environmental Conditions: Exposure to chemical plant manufacturing facilities. Must work both outside and inside and often in inclement weather conditions. Frequent exposure to noise and vibration. Must be able to distinguish emergency and other alarms and respond according to prescribed procedures.