Valve & Mechanical Technician - Hands-On Repair & Diagnostics

As a 100% Employee-Owned company, Robert E. Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers’ and our success. Our strong company culture, and belief in continued investment in our Associates, has helped us realize long Associate tenures, as well as long lasting relationships with our customers. Under the Robert E. Mason & Associates, Inc. umbrella there are two divisions: R.E. Mason and Apperture Solutions.R.E. Mason is an Emerson Impact Partner covering North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Emerson is the global leader of process systems and solutions. R.E. Mason provides industry-leading process equipment and service for process control, automation, safety, and reliability. The industries served include Chemical, Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences, Power & Utilities, Food & Beverage, and Pulp & Paper.Apperture Solutions is a technology independent, professional consulting, and implementation services firm. Apperture Solutions offers Data Enablement, Production Optimization, Operations Management, and Other Value-Added Services. Apperture Solutions partners with other providers to offer our customers the technologies and solutions that fit their needs.What R.E. Mason Offers Associates:R.E. Mason is a 100% employee-owned company that offers a comprehensive, industry leading benefits package to all eligible Associates:Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)Retirement plan, including a Safe Harbor contributionMedical / Dental / Vision InsuranceEmployer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability InsuranceGenerous paid leave options that include vacation time, sick leave, personal leave time, R.E. Mason Way Half Day, paid Jury Duty, and paid Bereavement LeavePaid Parental LeavePaid company holidaysRetirement and Financial Wellness programEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Ongoing technical, skills, and trade training opportunitiesDefined career growth and advancement opportunities across the organizationOpportunities for additional compensation growth based on skill development and performanceOvertime opportunities are regularly available based on customer and project demand, allowing employees to significantly increase total take-home payGeneral DescriptionThe Valve Repair Technician position is responsible for the repair, assembly, calibration, and diagnostics of all types of valves, actuators and related instruments.This position offers the opportunity to develop advanced technical and mechanical skills through hands-on experience, continued training, and exposure to a wide variety of industrial equipment and customer applications. Associates in this role have opportunities for long-term career advancement and increased compensation growth as skills and experience develop.Additional overtime opportunities may also be available based on customer demand and business needs.Specific ResponsibilitiesEvaluate and repair control, safety, relief, gate, globe, check, ball, butterfly and plug valves.Evaluate and repair pneumatic, hydraulic and electric actuators.Work is performed at R.E. Mason authorized repair facilities and customer locations and includes;Pre-testing, disassembly, cleaning, in-process inspection, machining, lapping, surface preparation, painting, assembly, testing, and final inspection on various types of valves and actuators.Calibration and testing of valves, related instruments and process instrumentation.Assembly of new and repaired equipment.Document repair, testing and assembly activities - cause of failure, actions taken, parts used, etc.Customer communication - technical assistance, troubleshooting and determining disposition of repairs.Adherence to all safety, quality and company rules/regulations.Maintain excellent housekeeping standards.Participation and involvement in Safety, Quality and Activities Committees.Execute work in adherence to the guidelines stated under a National Board VR/UV program.Reference appropriate technical sources.Complete site specific safety requirements.Maintain driver eligibility.Perform other duties as assigned.Required CompetenciesExcellent communication (verbal & written), interpersonal and customer relations skills - exhibit an ability to effectively communicate with plant personnel.Time Management SkillsTeamworkFunctional/Technical SkillsMechanical Ability/AptitudeProblem SolvingTroubleshootingAbility to stay task focusedMust be able to work off hours, weekends, and OT on a short notice basis based on business needsKnowledge of rigging, lifting and moving heavy and awkward products.Able to work in abnormal (heat/cold/clean room) operating conditions.Must to able operate repair equipment namely; overhead cranes, forklifts, sand blasters, seat facing machines, lift assist devices and power tools.Desire to learn and expand technical trade-related skills.Required Education and ExperienceHigh school diplomaBasic computer skillsPreferred Education and ExperienceExperience in an industrial, manufacturing, or plant environment3+ years of valve-related experience or nuclear/regulated industry experiencePhysical Requirements:Standing – long periods of timeWalking – long periods of timeSittingKneeling – long periods of timeReaching OverheadClimbingPushing and PullingUse of hand tools and power toolsLifting – 50 PoundsDrivingRE Mason Company is a federal contractor and, as such, is required to solicit the disability status and protected veteran status of candidates. Thus, you are required to answer self-identification questions as part of your application process. These questions are part of RE Mason’s Affirmative Action Plan and the completion of these questions will not have any effect on any consideration of your application materials.In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and need to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with RE Mason, please call our office at View phone number on click.appcast.io.This is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of any required pre-employment and, if applicable, ongoing drug testing, including testing mandated by customer site access requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr Robert E Mason & Associates Inc