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:

• 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.
• Complete and pass all pre-employment and employment screening requirements, which may include practical and written skills assessments, computer-based training, medical, psychological, background, and substance abuse screenings.

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 Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits, 401(k) Savings Plan, and Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions.

Additional Information

Additional Information:

• Nearest Major Market: Greenville
• Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina
• Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
• Contact: careers.westinghousenuclear.com
• Connect with us on social media: LinkedIn