Valve Technician
Required skills
- valve repair
- actuator repair
- mechanical solutions
- control valves
- safety valves
- relief valves
- gate valves
- globe valves
- check valves
- ball valves
Nice to have
- pump repair
- welding
- machining
- sand blasters
- seat facing machines
Role summary
Seeking a Valve Technician to service and repair industrial valves and actuators in-shop and on-site. Responsibilities include inspection, repair, calibration, and testing of various valve types and actuators. The role requires mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to work in diverse environments. Familiarity with rigging, heavy equipment operation, and specific repair equipment is beneficial. This position involves travel and potential off-hours work.
Department: Services
Reports to: Shop Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
About the Role
Join our Services team as a Valve Technician, where you'll play a critical role in servicing and repairing industrial valves and actuators both in-shop and on-site. You'll collaborate with customers, suppliers, account managers, and internal teams to deliver high-quality mechanical solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect, repair, and test a wide range of valves: control, safety, relief, gate, globe, check, ball, butterfly, and plug
- Service pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric actuators
- Perform full-cycle valve repair: pre-testing, disassembly, cleaning, machining, lapping, painting, assembly, and final inspection
- Calibrate and test valves and related instrumentation
- Document repair activities including failure analysis, parts used, and corrective actions
- Set up and dismantle repair equipment at shop and field locations
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting to customers
- Follow National Board VR/UV program guidelines
- Comply with site-specific safety protocols
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Participate in Safety and Quality program
Physical Requirements
- Lift up to 44 lbs
- Perform twisting, turning, and lifting motions
- Climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding (10–30+ feet)
- Work in varied environments including heat, cold, and clean rooms
Travel
- Overnight travel required
- Work performed at Control Southern facilities and customer sites
Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience in valve, pump, or actuator repair preferred
- Welding and machining skills are a plus
- Valid driver’s license and insurability under company policy
Core Competencies
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Mechanical aptitude and technical troubleshooting ability
- Effective time management and task focus
- Team-oriented with a commitment to safety
- Familiarity with rigging and handling heavy equipment
- Ability to operate overhead cranes, forklifts, sand blasters, seat facing machines, and power tools
- Flexibility to work off-hours, weekends, and overtime as needed
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