Valve Automation Technician - Genesis Systems

Job Description

Job Description

Genesis Systems distributes valves, control valves, regulators and valve automation products in Texas and Oklahoma from the world’s leading manufacturers. Our team has over 200 years of combined valve and valve automation sales, application, and service experience. Our goal at Genesis Systems is to be a solutions provider and an asset to our customers. We work closely with our customers engineering, purchasing and maintenance divisions to provide solutions for common and specialty valve applications. Genesis Systems works together with our customers to create process efficiencies and reliability wherever possible. When our customers need knowledge-based solutions for their valve requirements Genesis Systems is there to serve them in a professional and ethical manner.

Genesis Systems is a subsidiary of FloWorks USA LP, which is a privately held company located in Houston, Texas

Job Information:

This hands-on position builds, tests, and troubleshoots automated valve and actuator assemblies using electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical components. The Automation Technician works with equipment such as Fluke meters, 4-20 mA generators, wiring, tubing, solenoids, positioners, and other automation accessories while reading schematics, technical manuals, and CAD drawings. The role also supports quality inspections, shipping and warehouse operations, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build, automate, and function test all assemblies according to ADS 
  • This includes a variety of valve types and assemblies, Pneumatic & Electric Actuators, manual valves, rotary valves and linear valves.
  • Working knowledge of Specialized automation accessories such as limit switches, solenoids, positioner, quick exhaust etc.
• Assist with automation final QC/QA and Photo documentation
• Troubleshooting any automation / valve issues in the shop.
• Provide backup support for the Shipping Manager. This includes packaging, dock coverage, and 
  • assist with unloading and loading trucks
• Provide offsite support if needed 
• Help with printing and editing ADS
• Maintain general warehouse and shop safety as well as cleanliness 
  • Empty’s VAC area trash cans as needed every morning
• Attend monthly safety meetings and Trainings

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in home appliance repair preferred.
• Prior experience in automotive repair preferred.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent (technical or vocational training preferred).
• Fluke Meters, 4-20 mA Generators, Electrical Wiring, Tube Bending. Experience with Pneumatic tools and compressed air.
• Ability to read schematics / technical manuals and CAD Drawings.
• Operating basic hand tools, Forklift, Jib Cranes
• Work with Computers specifically Microsoft SharePoint, Outlook and Excel

Physical Demands 

• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Continually required to sit
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Continually utilize visual acuity to read technical information and/or use a keyboard
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposure to outside weather conditions
• Occasionally loud noise (examples: shop tool noises, electric motors, moving mechanical equipment)

Work Environment

This role operates in a warehouse environment and standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers are used. Occasional visits to warehouses or operational sites may be required.

The Perks of Working Here

FloWorks offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Highlights include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with multiple plan options
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Supplemental coverage (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity)
• Employee Assistance Program (includes 3 free counseling sessions)
• Identity Theft Protection at discounted rates

This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this role. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this role. This description supersedes any previous or undated descriptions for this role. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time. Questions about the duties and responsibilities of this position should be directed to the reporting Manager or Human Resources.

FloWorks is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or protected veteran status. Committed to fostering a culture where every individual is valued and empowered to contribute to shared success.

FloWorks participates in the US Government’s E-Verify program.