Pressure Relief Valve Technician Assistant

STX PROCESS EQUIPMENT LLC
202 N Norton
Freer, TX
361-394-1400
stxprocess.com

JOB TITLE: Relief Valve Technician Assistant
REPORTS TO: Operations Manager
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY:

The Relief Valve Technician Assistant supports senior technicians in performing maintenance, assessment, repair, and testing on various types of industrial valves while learning industry standards and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist with repair and testing of various valves, including but not limited to ball valves, gate valves, butterfly valves, and safety relief valves.
• Assist in disassembly, cleaning, inspection, measuring, reassembly, and testing of valves at STX facilities and client locations.
• Follow schematics and documented procedures in accordance with all Quality Control and ASME National Board standards applicable to the job.
• Complete calibration and documentation associated with testing and repairs under supervision.
• Travel to job sites and adhere to all site safety and performance requirements.
• Communicate timely updates to supervisors, co-workers, and customers as directed.
• Work closely with co-workers, management, and the safety coordinator to ensure compliance with OSHA and other safety regulations.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.

COMPETENCIES:

Problem Solving – Learns to identify and resolve problems; gathers information; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations.

Technical Skills – Willing to learn; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to build knowledge and skills; accepts coaching.

Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to a positive team environment.

Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity – Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
• Frequent exposure to loud noises.
• Continually required to stand, walk, bend, crouch, and climb.
• Continually required to use hands and fingers and reach with arms.
• Frequently required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, rain).
• Travel up to 75%.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior mechanical, industrial, or valve-related experience preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with hand tools and basic machinery preferred.
• Willingness to learn valve repair and testing procedures.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and communicate effectively.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

STX is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person