PRV Support Technician
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Relief Valve Service Support Technician plays a critical, hands on role within the valve service team. Working under the direction of the Relief Valve Service Lead Technician, this position supports all phases of inspection, teardown, testing, rebuilding, and documentation of pressure relief valves and associated flow control equipment. This role is ideal for entry level or early career individuals seeking to develop strong mechanical, technical, and troubleshooting skills in a high growth service environment.
SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Valve Service Support
- Assist Lead Technician with incoming inspection, tagging, and documentation of relief valves and associated components.
- Support teardown, cleaning, and preparation of valves including PRVs, control valves, ball valves, actuators, thief hatches, and vent valves.
- Organize replacement parts, repair kits, springs, gaskets, and hardware needed for rebuild operations.
- Clean and prepare valve bodies, internals, and flanges using approved shop practices.
Testing & Diagnostics Assistance
- Set up and prepare test equipment for hydrostatic, pneumatic, and bench testing under supervision.
- Monitor gauges, record test readings, and document “as found” and “as left” conditions.
- Assist with basic calibration tasks and pressure setting adjustments as directed.
Assembly & Rebuild Support
- Reassemble valves following guidance from the Lead Technician, ensuring proper installation of internals, sealing surfaces, springs, O rings, packing, and associated components.
- Apply correct torque to fasteners using torque wrenches per specification.
- Help verify smooth mechanical operation prior to final testing.
Shop & Field Readiness
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe service bench.
- Support inventory management of small parts, consumables, and rebuild kits.
- Assist in preparing service trucks, tools, and testing equipment for field work as required.
- Follow all company safety protocols including PPE requirements, Lockout/Tagout, hazardous materials handling, and site specific guidelines.