Job Description

Qualifications

Under the direction of the Repair Supervisor, the Valve Repair Technician is responsible for installing, repairing, and removal of mechanical regulating and controlling devices, safety, and flow valves.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Will be focused on the valve repair procedure and able to follow instructions
• Will be focused on disassembly and reassembly process of valves and able to follow instructions
• Review work orders and procedures including customer specifics to use proper replacement parts while following specific instructions
• Able to complete the bubble leak procedure
• Understanding and knowledgeable regarding the valve bench testing procedure and able to follow it
• Complete work orders, inventory logs, and calibration logs
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate or GED
• 3-5 years of railcar repair valve experience
• Prior experience with bubble leak tests
• Prior experience with bench testing valves
• Prior experience with valve removal or reassembly
• Prior experience working with orders and inventory logs and calibration logs
• Must be able to read and comprehend basic drawings and scope of work
• Read and comprehend the requirements of the VLS Quality Assurance Manual and Procedure, as well as the customer and regulatory requirements
• Must possess basic math skills, addition, and subtraction
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a continuous basis
• Able to stand for long periods of time with limited breaks
• Work in extreme temperatures and elements for an extended period of time
• Ability to work Monday through Friday day hours must be able to work overtime including weekends as needed.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights (15 feet off the ground)
• Must be able to pass a physical, drug screen, and background check

PREFERRED:

• PT and VT certifications