Valve Technician

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Valve Technician is responsible for disassembly, evaluation, assembly, and hydrostatic testing of Kelly and Inside BOP Valves. The job title is required to maintain traceability throughout job tasks and upload applicable documents into the asset management system. Inventory of parts and associated equipment based on incoming evaluations and/or usage along with preventative maintenance of equipment is required.  The individual will work closely with the dispatcher, job coordinators, and third parties to properly qualify valves to internal or external requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Must be able to keep track of valve inventory, valve parts of incoming and outgoing valves
Maintain awareness of shortages in inventory
Be able to accurately determine the condition of parts, conforming or non-conforming
Must know the inner workings of Kelly and Inside BOP valves
Be able to communicate with vendors for parts
Ensure equipment is in good working order and keep up with calibrations
Must know and implement test requirements for each customer and internal specifications
Maintain stock/inventory of o-rings, Teflon, supplies, etc.
Must be able to operate breakout machine
Knowledge of torque specs, friction factors, and applications of usage
Assist in planning and shipment of damaged valves for repairs.

The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified; nothing restricts the company’s right to change, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time or for any reason.