Field Service Technician​/Valve Tech - Marine

Field Service Technician/Valve Tech - Marine

We are seeking a highly skilled Field Service Technician/Valve Tech for marine services. The role involves installing, servicing, and maintaining all ERL barge equipment, as well as performing valve shop work such as troubleshooting, repairing, and rebuilding pressure relief valves.

• Install and service all types of ERL equipment.
• Maintain and stock the service truck with necessary parts.
• Follow all safety regulations set by ERL and barge owners.
• Document service jobs, including mileage, parts used, time on barge, and travel time.
• Follow detailed procedures and document dimensions and fits during assembly.
• Provide service for ERL valve and tubing customers, including repair and replacement.
• Communicate via email and phone with customers requiring service.
• Perform service work with minimal notice and be willing to drive several hundred miles away from ERL Houston.
• Take detailed notes and write reports in Word or Excel; save and email reports after each job.

• Work autonomously in valve repair processes.
• Ensure diagnostic, testing, and repair reports meet quality system standards.
• Perform failure assessments and make recommendations to the Valve Shop Manager.
• Demonstrate sound judgment to make decisions and corrections when problems arise.
• Install and remove repaired and new equipment.
• Complete all necessary field service paperwork and ancillary procedures.
• Ensure work and materials comply with manufacturer specifications.
• Read and interpret schematics for assembly, repair, or reassembly.
• Follow all policies and procedures; practice safe work habits.
• Be available for after‑hours and on‑call shifts.
• Maintain a valid TWIC Card and attend required job and safety training.
• Perform any job duties assigned by supervisor or manager.

• On‑site field service work.
• Current safety training.
• High school diploma, GED equivalent, or preferred education.
• 3–5 years of experience rebuilding and VR certifying pressure relief valves.
• VR training and/or certifications, including knowledge of NBIC Part 4.
• Possible fit test certification maintenance.
• Tankerman training preferred.
• At least 3 years as a Marine Service Technician on tank barges.
• Positive attitude and ethical behavior.
• Attention to detail, strong work ethic, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Expert mechanical ability.

• Pressure Relief Valves
• Pump start‑up and transfer procedures
• ERL Level Alerts
• ERL DIP Sticks (Rising Stick Gauges)
• ERL Rising Stick Alarms
• ERL Sight glass
• Signage, scupper plugs
• ERL truck maintenance
• ERL PUMPS
• ERL Mechanical seals

• Lifting up to 50 pounds, including carrying up to 50 pounds for 100 feet.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Bending, stooping, walking, climbing stairs or ladders.
• Remaining in stationary or prolonged standing/sitting positions.
• Repeating wrist, hand, or finger motions.
• Operating machinery, power tools, motor vehicles, or heavy equipment.
• Assessing accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work.
• Meeting customer or regulatory physical requirements.
• Clear speech and hearing; effective communication.
• Vision and observation abilities; as required.
• Manual dexterity for routine office duties.
• Personal mobility and reflexes to perform office duties and travel.
• Ability to focus and multitask effectively.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industry: Maritime Transportation