Valve Technician

**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