Valve Technician

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan

Paid vacations

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, through WECTEC Staffing Services, seeks specialists for a 100% travel, short-term assignment (4–6 weeks, 40–72 hours per week) to maintain valves and control devices at client sites.

You will install, test, calibrate, and troubleshoot equipment, following nuclear safety norms; previous Navy nuclear or equivalent training is valued. High school diploma and five years’ hands-on experience are required.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of hands-on experience in general valve maintenance, calibration, and testing.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools, electrical instruments, and diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Report to the On-Site Manager.
• Install, repair, replace, and calibrate valves and control devices; conduct post-maintenance testing.
• Test and calibrate instrumentation and perform leak testing and alignment checks.
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment; support field troubleshooting and emergency repairs.
• Document tasks and daily field activity logs; ensure safety and compliance with QA standards.

Skills

Valve maintenance

Calibration

Blueprint reading

Electrical experience

OSHA safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical training or EPRI qualifications

Job description

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Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

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:

• 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:

• 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.

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! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

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. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

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

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.

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com

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