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Laveer Engineering · 1 day ago

AOV Senior Tester

Piedmont, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$60/hr - $70/hr

5+ years exp

Laveer Engineering is part of WECTEC Staffing Services, supporting Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions. They are seeking an AOV Senior Tester who will perform diagnostic testing and maintenance of Air-Operated Valves (AOVs), ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Industrial EngineeringMechanical EngineeringService Industry

Responsibilities

Report to the On-Site Manager

Perform functional and post-maintenance diagnostic testing, corrective and preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Air-Operated Valves (AOVs)

Ensure AOV performance meets prescribed design and vendor specifications, including seating force, stroke length, and position control

Perform leak testing, valve adjustments, and alignment checks using appropriate gauges and tools

Support field troubleshooting, emergency repairs, and continuous improvement plans

Complete work orders with accurate documentation of tasks and daily field activity logs

Ensure safety of self and team and prevent damage to plant equipment

Follow Quality standards and procedural guidelines set by the customer

Comply with work hour requirements and observe Quality, Radiological, Human Performance, and other nuclear program norms

Use appropriate PPE, including respirators, fall protection, safety glasses, and hard hats

Follow lockout/tag out requirements

Perform tasks in confined spaces, high-temperature areas, and elevated heights

Physical demands include tasks such as climbing, lifting (up to 100 lbs.), prolonged standing, bending, visual acuity, balance, manual dexterity, and hearing

Maintain focus for extended periods and read/write complex documents in English

Willingness to work overtime, including shifts, weekends, and holidays

Qualification

AOV testingDiagnostic testingMechanical experienceElectrical experienceBlueprint readingSafety complianceTeamworkCommunicationProblem-solving

Required

High school diploma or equivalent required

Vocational, technical training or EPRI qualifications

Five (5) years of hands-on experience in diagnostic testing and AOV/actuator valve maintenance

Mechanical and electrical experience; ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation

U.S. Navy nuclear background or equivalent training in reactor maintenance or operations

Satisfactory performance rating from previous work (based on client and contractor feedback)

Proficiency in using basic hand tools, electrical instruments, diagnostic tools, and conducting maintenance following OSHA or client requirements for electrical and mechanical safety

Complete and pass all pre-employment and employment screening requirements, which may include practical and written skills assessments, computer-based training, medical, psychological, background, and substance abuse screenings