Job Description
**Local candidates to Victoria, Tx**
Vallen is seeking dependable and safety-focused Temp Service Tech-Rental and Turnaround- (Hole Watch / Bottle Watch / Fire Watch) to support upcoming turnaround and maintenance activities in the Victoria area. This is a temporary, project-based role that is expected to last 5-7 days, ideal for individuals with strong safety awareness and the ability to work in industrial environments.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring safe work conditions during confined space entry, hot work activities, and compressed gas monitoring.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor workers during confined space entry (Hole Watch) to ensure safety compliance and maintain constant communication.
- Conduct Bottle Watch oversight, ensuring safe use, handling, and monitoring compressed gas cylinders.
- Remain alert and ready to initiate emergency procedures if unsafe conditions arise.
- Maintain accurate logs, permits, and documentation related to safety monitoring activities.
- Enforce site-specific safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations.
- Assist with setting up and breakdown of safety equipment as needed.
- Communicate hazards or concerns immediately to supervisors or site safety personnel.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous experience in industrial safety, turnaround work, or plant environments is a plus.
- Experience as a fire watch, hole watch, or safety attendant strongly preferred.
- Ability to understand and follow safety protocols and procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and situational awareness.
- Reliable transportation and ability to report to assigned job sites.
Required Skills & Abilities
- Ability to stay alert and focused for extended periods.
- Strong communication skills and ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.
- Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
- Ability to stand, walk, and remain on-site for long durations.
- Must be able to wear required PPE (hard hat, FR clothing, safety glasses, respirators, etc.).
Certifications (Preferred or Required Depending on Site)
- OSHA 10 or 30
- Basic Plus / Site-specific safety training
- Confined Space Entry Awareness
- TWIC Card *Required*
Work Environment & Schedule
- Industrial plant or refinery setting.
- Temporary, turnaround-based work (project duration may vary).
- Must be flexible to workday/night shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.
Additional Details
- This is a temporary assignment through Vallen supporting customer turnaround operations.
- Duration will be 4-5 days, 24/7 operations, 3 technicians per shift, Starting July 1, 2026.
Vallen Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for Single, Employee + Spouse or Children & Family Coverage
- 401K with discretionary company match of $.50 on the $1.00 up to 6% of pay - (US positions only)
- Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
- Employer-paid Short Term & Long Term Disability Benefits and Parental Leave (and any leave required under federal, state and local laws)
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off (Vacation & Sick Days) -
80-160 hours of vacation time based on seniority, accrued each month and pro-rated from date of hire. 40-56 hours of sick time per year based on seniority and advanced upon hire.
- Paid Time Off (Holidays)
8 Scheduled Holidays plus 2 Floating Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Resource Groups for networking and team building
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses reimbursement (based on position)
- Employee Discounts through BenefitHub
- Advancement Opportunities
Vallen complies with all minimum wage laws
We accept applications on an ongoing basis.
