Valve Technician

Westinghouse Electric Company; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Valve Technician for a short-term contract involving extensive travel. The position requires the installation, repair, and calibration of valves and control devices, following strict safety and quality guidelines.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, vocational training, and at least five years of experience in valve maintenance, including mechanical and electrical skills. Comprehensive health benefits and a 401(k) savings plan are offered.

Qualifications

• 5 years of hands-on experience in valve maintenance.
• Mechanical and electrical experience; ability to read blueprints.
• Satisfactory performance rating from previous work.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, replace, and test valves and control devices.
• Perform leak testing and troubleshoot issues.
• Document tasks and ensure safety.

Skills

Valve maintenance

Calibration and testing

Blueprint reading

Use of hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational, technical training or EPRI qualifications

Tools

Electrical instruments

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Opportunity Overview

Valve Technician

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.

Benefits

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

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities