Valve Service Technician

Laurentide Controls ltd; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in automation and reliability solutions seeks a Valve Service Technician. This role involves working both in the field and the shop, focusing on valve repair and customer satisfaction. Candidates must possess strong mechanical skills and a customer-oriented mindset, with a DEC in mechanical engineering preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 25 kg (50 lbs) without restriction.
• Willingness to learn and work extended hours.
• Forklift certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and diagnostics of valves in the field.
• Inspect and repair shop equipment as needed.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Customer service orientation

Oral and written communication

Problem solving

Education

DEC in mechanical engineering or DEP in industrial mechanics

Tools

Microsoft Office

AVK

Ventil

EVT

Job description

VALVE SERVICE TECHNICIAN ( CONTRACTUAL )

Come join the largest supplier of automation and reliability solutions in our region. Discover what we can offer you and be the voice that cultivates innovative ideas To Help Industry Thrive in Eastern Canada.

SOUNDS EXCITING? JOIN US!

As a member of a dynamic team of mechanics/technicians, you will share the responsibility of performing various tasks both in the field and in our shop. Our valve service technicians provide complete assembly, operation optimization, maintenance, repair and testing services on a wide range of valves and actuators, both at customer sites and at our Kirkland shop. Valve service technicians are called upon to travel to our customers' sites on short notice to perform diagnostics and service on their critical valves. The valve maintenance technicians are also responsible for performing regular and scheduled maintenance on multiple customer sites in order to provide an excellent customer experience.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

Field Work

• Required to perform maintenance services in Eastern Canada (Kingston, Ontario to New Brunswick)
• Required to perform calibration, testing and diagnostics of Emerson and other pneumatic and electric actuators
• Perform diagnostics using LAD and other tools and repair of customer valves
• Follow up with customers to ensure their continued satisfaction and future needs
• Maintain a solid, long-term professional relationship with customers

Shop repairs and diagnostics

• Work as an integral part of our production and repair team to support customer needs when not in the field

Continuous improvement and problem solving

• Provide suggestions to increase the efficiency of field and shop work
• Ability to discuss problems and solutions with stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with all established health and safety policies, procedures, and guidelines, which includes using all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• DEC in mechanical engineering or DEP in industrial mechanics or anyother equivalent program.
• Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license
• Strong mechanical skills
• Customer service oriented mindset
• Must be able to lift 25 kg (50 lbs) without restriction
• Strong oral and written communication skills in both French and English
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Willingness to learn and ability to work extended hours
• Forklift certification and ability to operate heavy equipment will be considered an asset
• Experience with the following tools will be considered an asset: AVK, Ventil, EVT
• Must be able to immediately report any accident, incident, or unsafe working condition to the responsible of OHS.

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In accordance with Bill 96, this job requires English proficiency to serve clients in Atlantic Canada and interact with US suppliers, ensuring effective communication and operational efficiency.