Valve Technician/valve Rebuild Technician - Channelview, United States - Eagle Railcar Services

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Eagle Railcar Services

Position:
Valve Technician/ Valve Rebuild 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.

Pay:
$ $26.00 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:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

  • Are you comfortable working in Confined Spaces and on Elevated Heights?

Education:


  • High school or equivalent (required)

Experience:


  • Valve Repair/
Valve Rebuilding: 2 years (preferred)


License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (preferred)
  • Night Shift (preferred)

Work Location:
In person

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