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Updated: 05/24/2013
Salvager:
Repairs defective valves and pipefittings removed from refinery pipelines, following specifications and using handtools and power tools
clamps valve gauge in vise. Grinds surfaces of valve gauge to specified finish, using portable grinder. Cleans valve parts, using electric buffer and solvents.... [+] More
Salvager:
Repairs defective valves and pipefittings removed from refinery pipelines, following specifications and using handtools and power tools
clamps valve gauge in vise. Grinds surfaces of valve gauge to specified finish, using portable grinder. Cleans valve parts, using electric buffer and solvents. Verifies dimensions of valve parts, using calipers. Sends parts that require machining to machine shop. Orders new parts by catalog number, size, and type. Assembles and repacks valves, using handtools. Screws valve on testing device and moves handle of hydraulic pump to test valve at specified pressures. Tightens bolts to stop leaks, using wrench. Removes flanges and pipefittings from pipe, using wrenches and acetylene cutting torch. Cleans flanges and fittings, using sandblasting equipment sandblaster. Paints valves and fittings, using spray gun. Keeps inventory record of valves, flanges, and pipefittings by size and type. May recondition other refinery equipment, such as steam traps, water glasses, tubing, and condenser sections. (Source: eDOT Job Description) [-] Less
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A renter's cost of living for someone making $36,714 in Bedford, Texas is 96.8% of the US National Average. For more information, or to compare cost of living data between two cities, click here.
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