Valve Assembly Technician

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble unit by following blueprints, process charts, work orders or other specifications.
• Air/hydro test valves, actuators and level gauges for leaks, temperature, and pressure settings.
• Assemble/Disassemble valves, actuators and level gauges using power and hand tools.
• Position, fit or align parts on workbench, floor or machine following blueprints, diagrams, guides, reference marks or work orders.
• Hold parts during assembly using hands, clamps, pneumatic presses or other work aids.
• Position and fasten components together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets or other fasteners.
• File, grind, plane, sand or buff parts to remove burrs, alter shape, improve fit or smooth finish using hand or power tools.
• Adjust, repair, and/or replace defective product parts.
• Inspect, test and verify accuracy of assembled unit for conformance to standards and customer requirements.
• Report defective materials or questionable conditions to Production Supervisors.
• Record production date on paper or on computer.
• Lift, load, and move supplies and finished product between storage and work area.
• Drive forklifts, lift trucks, pallet jacks.
• Operate over head crane.
• Label product with identifying data.
• Follow safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Education/Knowledge: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience/Skills: 3 to 7 years mechanical assembly experience. Intermediate level of Control Valve experience preferred. Preferred to know control tube bending.
• Competencies: Ability to safely use and maintain a large variety of tools and equipment, including impact wrenches, overhead cranes and forklifts. Ability to read general arrangement (GA) drawings, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings (P&ID). Ability to read and interpret technical manuals. Basic computer skills. Ability to work independently or as a team member. Ability to work with minimum supervision. Control tube bending.