Line Valve Technician

Summary:

With 7 facilities covering 21 states, Pioneer services industrial equipment for the power, chemical, petrochemical, pulp & paper, food & beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. The industrial equipment Pioneer services include Pressure Relief Valves (PRVs), Control Valves, Line Valves, Instrumentation, Pumps, Blowers, Mechanical Seals, and Fluid Sealing applications. Valve repair has been a cornerstone of Pioneer’s business for over 34 years and continues to grow. A Valve Technician would perform essential duties related to new valve assembly, welding, and valve repair/certification of various types of valves, both in the shop and onsite at customer facilities. Pioneer provides in-house training along with factory-supplemented training. Pioneer offers great potential for upward growth.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Follow all Pioneer Safety and Quality procedures and regulations.
• Operate equipment – overhead hoists, sandblaster, parts washer, propylene torch, welding equipment, etc.
• Disassemble valves without damaging parts per the manufacturer’s Installation & Operation Manual.
• Document and enter job data into the ValvKeep database and document photos.
• Coordinate with office personnel on repair requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Maintain equipment in area, as required.
• Clean, blast, and paint valve components.
• Perform welding duties as required for valve repairs and modifications, including but not limited to welding valve bodies, flanges, and other components per specifications.
• Return valves/parts to proper bins, boxes, etc.
• Assemble, calibrate, tag, and certify valves per manufacturer’s repair manuals.
• May be required to help in field assignments.
• May be required to climb and work at various elevations depending on job scope.
• Operate motor vehicle, as required.
• Attend job and safety training, as necessary or required.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED. Desire a technical or trade school degree.
• The right candidate will have the ability to learn our trade and has experience working with hand and power tools.
• Welding experience is preferred, with the ability to perform both MIG and TIG welding on various materials and components.
• Required skills:
  • Safe working attitude.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Basic computer knowledge.
  • Must be able to travel and have a clear driving record in accordance with Pioneer driving guidelines.
  • Capable of holding a forklift operation certificate.

Desired skills:

• Organized and effective time management skills.
• Concise communication skills.
• A positive attitude.
• A punctual disposition.
• Initiative and always looking for work during down moments.
• Good integrity and dutifulness.
• Adaptiveness to a constantly changing schedule.
• Attentiveness to surroundings.

Physical abilities:

• Must be able to lift a max of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in hot and cold environments.