Valve Automation Technician
Ferguson · Alsip, IL · 3 mo ago
On-siteManagement$19.15/hrFull-time
About the role
Ferguson is seeking a Valve Technician to join our dynamic team. This position offers a chance to contribute directly to the success of a multi-billion-dollar organization while providing excellent customer service.
Responsibilities
- Assemble, wire, calibrate, test, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of automated valve packages, with a primary focus on Limitorque electric actuators
- Perform Limitorque actuator setup, calibration, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair at Ferguson VAC location
- Perform field service work including installation, startup, commissioning, inspection, repair, and support of Limitorque actuators and related valve automation equipment
- Work safely with and around live industrial electrical systems, including 240V and 480V, on a daily basis
- Read and interpret customer specifications, wiring diagrams, schematics, actuator manuals, and technical documents
- Follow all established standard operating procedures for valve automation, including maintaining a safe and organized workspace and observing necessary safety precautions during assembly, testing, storage, and transfer of product
- Interact professionally and courteously with inside sales, outside sales, management, warehouse personnel, and customers when addressing technical questions and service needs
- Aid in supporting technical training related to valve automation and Limitorque/MOV products
- Travel out of town as needed for field service, customer support, and factory product training
- Must adhere to all safety regulations, including the correct usage of personal protective equipment (PPE). This includes wearing a safety harness with a maximum weight capacity of 400 lbs.
- May be responsible for providing driver duties and responsibilities
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Valid state issued license is required
- High school diploma, trade school certification or related technical education preferred
- Recent graduates, trade school students, community college graduates, and candidates with strong mechanical or electrical aptitude are encouraged to apply
- Experience working with tools, equipment, electrical systems, automotive repair, industrial maintenance, construction, HVAC, welding, machining, or other hands-on technical environments is a plus
- Interest in learning industrial automation, valve automation, and electric actuator technologies
- Ability to read and understand technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and schematics, or a willingness to learn
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to travel for field service work and training opportunities
- Basic computer skills required; experience with Microsoft Office or Smartsheet is a plus
- Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Self-motivated with a desire to learn new skills and grow within a technical career path