AOV Technician

3 days ago


Newport News, Virginia, United States Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC Full time
Air Operated Valve Tester Job Description

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC is seeking a skilled Air Operated Valve Tester to join our team. As a key member of our maintenance team, you will be responsible for ensuring the optimal performance of air operated valves in our facilities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform functional and post-maintenance diagnostic testing, corrective and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of air operated valves.
  • Position, stroke, and thrust outputs to meet prescribed design and vendor specifications for seating, seating force, stroke length, and position control.
  • Review work orders for technical correctness and address any discrepancies.
  • Identify clearance requirements and implement the clearance process per procedure.
  • Perform work tasks as required by work orders and document the steps performed.
  • Review documentation to ensure work order entries are correct and complete.
  • Perform diagnostic testing as dictated by customer requirements.
  • Ensure employees' and co-workers' personal safety and prevent damage to plant equipment.
  • Perform troubleshooting and build repair plans based on that troubleshooting.
  • Implement First Time Quality.
  • Conduct the above-listed functions within the procedural parameters set forth by the customer/contractor.
Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
  • 5 years' experience in diagnostic testing as well as Air Operated Valve (AOV) and actuator/valve maintenance.
  • Completion of at least two outages as a diagnostic tester.
  • Navy Nuclear background with maintenance or equivalent experience and training in Reactor Operations or Maintenance a plus.
  • Pass and maintain Fitness for Duty requirements.
  • Satisfactory performance rating for previous work (based on client and contractor feedback).
What We Offer:

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and skilled individual who is passionate about maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.