Valve Maintenance Technician Kuparuk Project Services Mechanical Group

Valve Maintenance Technician

ABOUT ASRC ENERGY: WINNER OF THE BEST PLACE TO WORK BY ALASKA BUSINESS MAGAZINE IN 2023, 2024 & 2025

ASRC Energy Services, LLC is part of the Alaska Native corporation, Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC) family of companies. ASRC is a private, for-profit corporation that is owned by and represents the business interests of its approximately 14,000 Iupiaq shareholders. As the largest Alaskan-owned company employing over 15,000 people worldwide, ASRC and its subsidiaries are poised for the next era of growth with continued dedication to providing maximum benefit to our shareholders.

JOB SUMMARY

The Valve Maintenance Technician maintains, repairs, and rebuilds various valves throughout the Kuparuk oilfield. Valves include ANSI and API, Technician sets and removes Back Pressure Valves in wellhead trees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Basic computer skills.
• Basic experience with BPV operations including Boom Truck Ops/Wellhead.
• Proficient in BPV job scopes, can set & pull H-plug, ISA, TWC, TTP on rig & wellhead.
• Demonstrated ability to perform all repairs of actuators in the field.
• Working knowledge of P&ID's and where to find them.
• Working knowledge of SIMOPS, EIP's, job setup and execution
• Working knowledge of the SVS system, has assisted with SVS testing.
• Assists with BPV operations, working knowledge of job scope, wellhead, and basic lubricator operating experience.
• Working knowledge of both hydro stands operating with minimal oversight
• Proficient in rebuilding and Maintaining Lincoln pumps, hyper guns, and back pressure valves.
• Demonstrated safety leadership skills.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, intermediate level mentoring skills.
• Must understand the prioritization of safety, quality, production and be willing to work accordingly.
• A successful candidate for this position must be familiar with the various types of valves used in Kuparuk, including gate valves, ball valves, plug valves, mechanically actuated valves, check valves and choke valves, in addition to understanding the wellhead piping itself.
• Candidate must understand which sealants, greases and injectable packings are required for each valve.
• Candidate must be able to recognize damaged or faulty wellhead and facility valves.
• Must be competent to recognize and deal with any leak or malfunction that they may encounter.
• Must be knowledgeable and skilled at hydro testing repaired, rebuilt, or third party valves and must be able to read and interpret graphs and charts required under API/ANSI and state codes.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
• Ability to read and comprehend Alaska Safety Handbook, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Understanding of work permit system relating to job duties.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to calculate craft-related formulas with respect to bolting up and hydro-testing (material quantities, volumes, pressures, etc.).
• Support AES zero-incident safety culture and assume personal accountability and responsibility for safe work practices in all projects, activities, and operations.
• Other duties will be assigned to this position as needed.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid (U.S issued, Alaska compliant) Class A or B CDL is required.
• A current DOT Medical Card is required.
• A North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC) safety training certification is required.
• The ability to work 84 hours a week on a 2x2 rotation is required.
• At least five (5) years of experience as a Valve Maintenance Technician in the Petrochemical or Oil and Gas industry and/or on the North Slope is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Previous ice road driving experience is preferred.

TOTAL REWARDS

ASRC Energy Services, LLC is proud to offer a competitive benefits package aligned with our core ASPIRE values. Our total rewards program is designed to attract and retain top talent while supporting the health, well-being, and professional growth of employees and their families.

We provide comprehensive medical coverage through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Plan (FEHB), as well as dental and vision insurance. Employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) program with a company match of up to 4% and immediate vesting after just two pay periods. To further support employees and their households, we offer access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), along with a wide range of supplemental insurance options including voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), pet insurance, legal services, identity theft protection, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, and critical illness coverage.

We are also committed to professional development by providing tuition reimbursement opportunities and internal learning resources through our ASPIRE Academy.

WHY WORK WITH US

At ASRC Energy, people come first. We collaborate, value every contribution, and invest in the success of our employees, families, and communities. If you're looking for meaningful work with a company that values safety, integrity, and growth, start your career with ASRC Energy and ASPIRE with us.

Absolute Integrity: We do the right thing because it's the right thing to do.

Safety: Safety is our foundation we bring it everywhere we go.

People First: We take care of our people, and our people will take care of the business.

Iupiat Heritage: We believe in "one crew, one journey" and honor the values of our founders as we develop the future.

Resilient Family: We encourage the right balance and cultivate strong relationships with our clients and colleagues.

Exceptional Service Quality: We deliver excellence by focusing on client needs and continuously improving our performance.

WORKING ON THE NORTH SLOPE

While working on the North Slope of Alaska, your lodging and food will be provided to you. All camps provide warm meals and options to grab a quick lunch or snack from the spike rooms. Rooms vary from single status to shared rooms where your roommate may work the opposite shift. Wi-Fi and Internet is free and available within the camp. Services vary depending upon where you are staying; however, most facilities offer housekeeping, self-serve laundry, commissary, mail, gyms, TV/Theater Room, etc. Each facility will have its own accommodation and policies that will be reviewed upon on-site orientation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment requirements outlined below are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. A post-offer, pre-hire Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) will be conducted to ensure an employee's ability to safely meet job standards. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Candidates must be able to comply with the ASRC Energy Driving Records and Motor Vehicle Use Policy, successfully pass a pre-employment drug test which may include both urinalysis and hair testing, and meet the physical requirements of working in a remote location under arctic conditions. In addition, candidates will be required to pass a Fit-for-Duty Exam, complete a background check, and obtain and maintain an access badge for the work location. The availability of this position is contingent upon the Company's continued operational needs once training is completed.

If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the ASRC Energy Human Resources Team at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT

We comply with the terms of Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act (VEVRAA). All decisions pertaining to employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment advertising, recruitment selection, layoff, terminations, training, compensation