Shipboard Valve Technician

Life Cycle Engineering
sick time, 401(k)
United States, California, San Diego
2535 Camino del Rio South (Show on map)
Jan 31, 2025
Shipboard Valve Technician Position Summary: As a Shipboard Valve Technician, you will test, repair and overhaul valves and assist other trades in the Valve Shop as needed. You will provide technical support on shipboard machinery systems as a subject matter expert. You will use technical documents (JFMM, Instructions, NSTM's, Military standards, Test memos, Test Standards, Drawings and Technical Manuals) that contain information required to accomplish work. This position will be under limited supervision. Contract Requirements: Must be able to obtain/maintain a DBIDS and maintain base access. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Troubleshoot, disassemble, inspect, repair, overhaul, and test valves to include those used in the following systems: Lube Oil Fuel Firemain Potable Water Freshwater Sonar AFFF, and Other various shipboard systems Valve types include; butterfly, gate, globe, check including swing-check, pressure reducing, Cla-Val, relief, Marotta fuel and air manifolds, and Leslie regulating and solenoid-operated pilot valves (SOPVs). Provide training to ships' force personnel on proper valve overhaul procedures under Fleet Valve Services. Communicate with ships' force and shop management regarding required equipment for in-depth troubleshooting and repairs. Perform relief valve testing using pop test stand in accordance with ships' Preventative Maintenance System (PMS) requirements for all shipboard systems. Troubleshoot, disassemble, inspect, repair, overhaul, and test Vertical Launch System (VLS) Deluge Valves in compliance with requirements of Formal Work Packages (FWP)s and other approved technical references. Troubleshoot, disassemble, inspect, repair, overhaul, and test Marotta fuel and air manifold valves. Utilize shop test stand to test and properly set manifold reliefs and regulators to correct system parameters provided in FWPs, technical manuals, and other approved technical references. Perform functional flow testing, troubleshoot and repair Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) harnesses. Perform hydrostatic testing of SCBA cylinders in accordance with FWPs, equipment technical manuals, and other approved technical references. Inspect, disassemble, overhaul, and hydrostatically test fossil-fueled boiler burner barrel and assemblies in accordance with FWPs, equipment technical manuals, and other approved technical references. Required Education, Skills, and Experience: High School diploma or equivalent Ability to obtain and maintain the following certifications, as required by specific area of support. (Training timeline and support will be provided) PQS 301 Craftsman Qualification Department of Transportation (DOT) Hydrostatic Testing of SCBA Cylinders certification (shop will coordinate and schedule in-house training) Scott Safety Certification of Functional Flow and Repair of SCBA Harnesses (shop will coordinate and schedule in-house training In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) Certification for Vertical Launch System (VLS) Deluge Valve Overhaul, Repair and Test (shop will coordinate and schedule in-house training) Category 3 Crane Operator, required to position valves in camelbacks Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience: Minimum 4 years work experience on Navy ships Physical Demands and Expectations: Ability to speak, read, hear and write, with or without assistance Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax and other office equipment Ability to lift, carry and move objects up to 50 lbs. in weight Frequent standing, sitting, crawling, kneeling, stooping, crouching, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, handling, feeling with hands, reaching with arms, work on scaffolding, work in inclement weather Manual and finger dexterity; able to grasp, manipulate, assemble small objects Able to work onboard navy ships Ability to wear a mask for prolonged periods of time Noise conditions range from very quiet to very noisy This position description re present s a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources. L IFE C YCLE E NGINEERING Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way", which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" in Engineering and in many states and local communities in which we work! Learn more below and at www.lce.com . Mission Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential. As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential. Culture Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees. LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success. Benefits Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and their families Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options Company matched 401(k) & company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave Continuing Education and Professional Development programs at all levels Flexible Schedules and Relaxed Dress Code Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more... Benefits may vary by business unit and location. https://www.lce.com/why-work-at-lce/#benefits Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that LCE take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state law . In addition, LCE will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. LCE shall also abide by the requirements of 29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A.