Control Southern · 16 hours ago
Apprentice Valve Technician
Decatur, Alabama, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expControl Southern is seeking an Apprentice Valve Technician to join their Services team. In this role, you will be responsible for servicing and repairing industrial valves and actuators, collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver mechanical solutions.
Consumer ElectronicsManufacturing
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
Qualification
Required
Valid driver's license and insurability under company policy
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
Preferred
1–3 years of experience in valve, pump, or actuator repair preferred
Welding and machining skills are a plus
Company
Control Southern
Control Southern is an industrial automation company providing plant automation and manufacturing management services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Doug Turner
President / CEO
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