IT​/Systems Specialist-Confined Space Monitoring Operator

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Single, Employee + Spouse or Children, and Family Coverage
• 401(k) with discretionary company match of $0.50 on the $1.00 up to 6% of pay (U.S. positions only)
• Employer‑paid Basic Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
• Employer‑paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Benefits and Parental Leave (and any leave required under federal, state, and local laws)
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Days): 80–160 hours of vacation time based on seniority, accrued monthly and prorated from date of hire. 40–56 hours of sick time per year based on seniority and advanced upon hire.
• Paid Time Off (Holidays): 8 scheduled holidays plus 2 floating holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Resource Groups for networking and team building
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement (based on position)
• Employee discounts through Benefit Hub
• Advancement opportunities
• Vallen complies with all minimum wage laws
• We accept applications on an ongoing basis

The Confined Space Monitoring Operator (IT/Systems Specialist) supports the safe execution of permit‑required confined space work by deploying, operating, and maintaining digital monitoring systems used in industrial environments. This role combines field technology support with safety‑critical monitoring responsibilities, including setup and troubleshooting of cameras, communications equipment, gas detection devices, wireless connectivity, and software platforms that provide real‑time visibility into confined space activity.

The technician helps ensure compliance with site procedures and applicable OSHA confined space requirements while providing reliable technical support to field crews and monitoring personnel.

• Set up, configure, test, and support confined space monitoring systems, including cameras, intercoms, wireless gas detection devices, badge or access tracking systems, alarms, routers, monitors, and related software.
• Monitor confined space operations from a designated command station or field location to help maintain continuous awareness of entrant status, atmospheric conditions, and communication integrity.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, connectivity, and power issues affecting monitoring systems in live industrial environments.
• Perform equipment inspections, calibrations, function tests, and routine maintenance on gas detection and communications equipment before, during, and after job deployment.
• Assist with rig‑up and rig‑down activities, including cable routing, equipment staging, charging, cleaning, inventory control, and transport preparation.
• Maintain clear communication with entrants, attendants, supervisors, rescue teams, and site contacts to support safe work execution and timely escalation of issues.
• Recognize abnormal conditions, equipment faults, or potential hazards and immediately notify the appropriate safety or site leadership personnel in accordance with procedures.
• Support confined space entry documentation, equipment logs, inspection records, calibration records, and shift handoff notes accurately and on time.
• Follow site‑specific safety policies, permit procedures, lockout or tagout requirements, PPE requirements, and company operating standards.
• Participate in training, drills, safety meetings, and continuous improvement efforts related to monitoring technology,…