Valve Technician

Opportunity Overview

Opportunity Overview:

• 100% Travel
• Contract, short-term, 4 to 6 weeks, ranging 40-72 hours per week
• Contractors may be offered more than one short-term assignment

Your Day-to-Day

Your Day-to-Day:

• Report to the On-Site Manager.
• Install, repair, replace, and conduct post-maintenance functional testing, diagnostics, and calibration of valves and control devices.
• Test and calibrate instrumentation.
• Inspect and troubleshoot.
• Perform leak testing, valve adjustments, and alignment checks using appropriate gauges and tools.
• Support field troubleshooting, emergency repairs, and continuous improvement plans.
• Complete work orders with accurate documentation of tasks and daily field activity logs.
• Ensure safety of self and team and prevent damage to plant equipment.
• Follow Quality standards and procedural guidelines set by the customer.
• Comply with work hour requirements and observe Quality, Radiological, Human Performance, and other nuclear program norms.
• Use appropriate PPE, including respirators, fall protection, safety glasses, and hard hats.
• Follow lockout/tag out requirements.
• Perform tasks in confined spaces, high-temperature areas, and elevated heights.
• Physical demands include tasks such as climbing, lifting (up to 100 lbs.), prolonged standing, bending, visual acuity, balance, manual dexterity, and hearing.
• Maintain focus for extended periods and read/write complex documents in English.
• Willingness to work overtime, including shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Who You Are

Who You Are:

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational, technical training or EPRI qualifications.
• Five (5) years of hands-on experience in general valve maintenance, calibration, and testing.
• Mechanical and electrical experience; ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• U.S. Navy nuclear background or equivalent training in reactor maintenance or operations.
• Satisfactory performance rating from previous work (based on client and contractor feedback).
• Proficiency in using basic hand tools, electrical instruments, diagnostic tools, and conducting maintenance following OSHA or client requirements for electrical and mechanical safety.

Safety Pledge to You

Our Safety Pledge to You:

• If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you!
• We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices.
• The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $35.00/hour to $45.00/hour.

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

• Delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service.
• Supports international contracts in over five countries.
• Offers competitive pay to all of our employees.
• Most positions qualify for benefits including the following:
• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

What We Offer

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay to all of our employees.
• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions.

Company Information

Company Information:

• Nearest Major Market: Greenville
• Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Contact Information

Contact Information:

• Visit www.wectecstaffing.com to learn more about opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.
• Submit your completed application and explore other available options using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com
• Connect with us on social media: LinkedIn