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Valve Technician

Date Posted: May 25, 2023
Closing Date: June 7, 2023
Job Type: Full-time Employment (paid)
Job Category: Other
Number of Positions: 2
Job Location: Dartmouth, NS
Region: NS - HRM

About the Position

Land & Sea Instrumentation Ltd., located in Dartmouth Nova Scotia, is seeking a Valve Technician to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have a drive to succeed with a focus on team work to develop a strong working relationship.

Responsibilities will include servicing, testing, removal, installation and inspection of a variety of valves along with other duties as requested.

Key Responsibilities:

- Proper disassembly/assembly and repairing of a variety of valves

- Documentation of repair/assembly activities

- Testing of a variety of valves (air/liquid/steam)

- Lapping / repairing parts

- Surface grinding, re-facing gates and seats depending on facing material

- Housekeeping and cleanup of workplace

- Assembly of new equipment or repaired equipment

- Nameplate stamping and tagging in accordance with VR Program

- Final inspection and completion of inspection report

- Participation in field service calls, as required, at customer sites. May require overnight stays as required

- Work as part of a large group of technicians within workshop; and independent or as part of smaller group of technicians troubleshooting products

- Fast pace and challenging mechanical environment

- Operating overhead crane (Training Provided)

- Operating forklift (Training Provided)        

Physical Requirements: Exposure to loud noise, vibrations and bright lights. Exposure to various weather climates. Required to lift up to 50lbs or more. Bending, lifting, climbing, sitting and standing for long periods of time.  

Benefits & Pension Plan available

Schedule: Monday to Friday (8 hour shift) Overtime as required

Rate of pay will be established depending on experience and ability.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Requirements:

- Mechanical experience would be considered an asset

- Must have a willingness to enhance your skill set

- Able to make accurate and intelligible reports (written and verbal)

- Able to assume responsibility and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions

- Previous experience with measurement devices and testing equipment / gauges would be considered and asset

- Machining experience would be considered an asset

- Demonstrate sound judgment with the ability to make decisions and corrections- Must be able to travel for work when necessary

- Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

- Must take pride in workmanship

- Must be able to obtain Controlled Goods and Federal Security Clearance as a condition of employment

About the Company

Land & Sea Instrumentation Ltd
25 Estates Road
Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4K3


Phone: 902-691-1443

Company Contact

Tonia Wright
twright@landandseavalve.com
Preferred Contact: Email

Documents to be Forwarded

  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • References

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