Valve Technician

Westinghouse Electric; United States; On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid vacations

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric in the United States seeks a Valve Technician for a short-term contract (4–6 weeks) with 100% travel. You will install, repair, replace, and calibrate valves and control devices, and perform post-maintenance testing on site.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, vocational/technical training or EPRI qualifications, and five years of hands-on valve maintenance, calibration, and testing; blueprints/schematics reading, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Five years of hands-on valve maintenance, calibration, and testing experience.
• Ability to read blueprints/schematics and follow safety and nuclear program guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, replace, and calibrate valves and control devices; perform post-maintenance testing.
• Test and calibrate instrumentation.
• Inspect and troubleshoot valve systems and perform leak testing and alignment checks.
• Support field troubleshooting and on-site repairs as needed.
• Complete work orders with accurate documentation and logs.

Skills

Valve maintenance

Calibration

Diagnostics

Blueprints/schematics reading

Electrical instruments

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical training or EPRI qualifications

U.S. Navy nuclear background or equivalent training

Tools

Hand tools

Diagnostic tools

Electrical instruments

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

Base salary range: $35.00/hour to $45.00/hour, dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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