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
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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