Valve Technician I na Control Southern

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