Valve Technician

About the role

Location: Chattanooga, TN | Travel: Yes (overnight required). Join Control Southern’s expert team and help keep critical industrial systems running safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and maintain a variety of valves (control, safety, relief, gate, globe, check, ball, butterfly, plug) and actuators (pneumatic, hydraulic, electric).
• Perform calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of valves and process instrumentation.
• Complete full repair cycle: pre-testing, disassembly, cleaning, machining, lapping, painting, assembly, and final inspection.
• Document all repair activities, including cause of failure and parts used.
• Provide technical support and communicate with customers on-site and in-shop.
• Adhere to National Board VR/UV program guidelines and site-specific safety requirements.
• Operate repair equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, sandblasters, and power tools.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in valve, pump, or actuator repair (or equivalent training).
• Welding and machining skills are a plus.

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Troubleshooting ability
• Time management
• Teamwork

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and insurability.
• Ability to lift up to 44 lbs and work in varied conditions (heat, cold, clean rooms).
• Comfortable with off-hours, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Knowledge of rigging and moving heavy equipment.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits.