Apprentice Valve Technician
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Summary
Decatur, United States
Apprenticeship
13+ years
About this Job
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 (1030+ 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
- 13 years of experience in valve, pump, or actuator repair preferred
- Welding and machining skills are a plus
- Valid drivers 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
About the Company
