Seasonal Valve Technician

Valve Sales, Inc; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Company-paid lodging

Airfare provided

Transportation provided

Overtime opportunities

Hands-on training

Job summary

Valve Sales, Inc. seeks motivated Seasonal Valve Technicians for a 10-week outage season. You will assist seasoned technicians with inspection, testing, maintenance, repair, and installation of industrial valves across power, manufacturing, and chemical sectors.

The role blends shop and field work, offering travel, overtime, and a path to future full-time employment within the valve industry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight during assignments.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Ability to follow written instructions and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining valves.
• Support valve testing and inspection activities.
• Travel to customer sites to support planned outages and maintenance projects.
• Work with experienced technicians to ensure safety and quality.
• Complete service reports and document inspections and repairs.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Travel-capable

Comfort with tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools & measurement tools

Job description

We're seeking motivated, mechanically inclined Seasonal Valve Technicians to join our growing team for a 10-week outage season. In this role, you'll assist experienced Valve Technicians with the inspection, testing, maintenance, repair, and installation of industrial valves used in power generation, manufacturing, chemical processing, and other critical industries.

This position combines both shop and field service work and is ideal for someone looking to gain valuable hands-on experience, travel, earn significant overtime, and build a career in the industrial valve industry.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• 20% hourly premium while performing field work
• $65/day travel allowance
• Consistent overtime throughout the outage season
• Company-paid lodging, airfare, and transportation provided
• Valuable hands-on training with experienced Valve Technicians
• Excellent opportunity for future full-time employment

Responsibilities:

Valve Inspection, Maintenance & Repair

Assist with installing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial valves, including:

• Control valves
• Safety relief valves
• Gate valves
• Globe valves
• Ball valves
• Check valves
• Assist with disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, and reassembly of valve components.
• Support preventive maintenance and outage work at customer facilities.
• Learn proper valve repair techniques while working alongside experienced technicians.

Testing & Inspection

• Assist with testing and verifying valve performance.
• Learn to use precision measuring tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Support calibration and inspection activities under technician supervision.

Shop & Field Support

• Assist with shop preparation, equipment staging, and material handling.
• Travel to customer sites supporting planned outages and maintenance projects.
• Work closely with experienced technicians to complete projects safely and efficiently.

Documentation

• Assist with completing service reports and inspection documentation.
• Record measurements and repair information following company procedures.

Safety & Quality

• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and customer safety procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Properly use PPE and maintain tools and equipment.
• Support quality workmanship while learning industry best practices.

Qualifications:

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Comfortable using hand and power tools
• Ability to follow written instructions and technical procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight during assignments
• Ability to work overtime as requiredValid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Preferred

• Previous industrial, mechanical, automotive, construction, maintenance, or military experience
• Experience using basic hand tools
• Experience reading blueprints or technical drawings
• Industrial maintenance experience is a plus but not required

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly
• Stand, bend, kneel, climb, and work in confined spaces as required
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the 10-week assignment
• Ability to wear required PPE and safely perform physical job duties