Valve Automation Tech: Field Service & Actuator Expert

Ferguson; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Career growth

Exposure to automation tech

Stable career path

Competitive pay & benefits

Job summary

Ferguson is hiring a Valve Technician to assemble, test and repair valve packages with emphasis on Limitorque actuators. You will perform setup, diagnostics and field service, ensuring safe operations around high-voltage systems while interpreting wiring diagrams and customer specs.

Join a multi-billion-dollar organization with hands-on training, clear career growth and opportunities to travel for training and service.

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Read and interpret technical documentation, wiring diagrams, schematics.
• Willingness to learn industrial automation and valve technologies.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Must be 18+ and able to travel for field service.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, wire, calibrate, test, troubleshoot and repair valve packages with focus on Limitorque actuators.
• Set up, calibrate, diagnose, maintain and repair Limitorque actuators at Ferguson VAC location.
• Perform field service including installation, startup, commissioning and support of valve automation equipment.
• Work safely around live electrical systems (240V/480V).
• Read customer specs, diagrams and manuals; follow SOPs for valve automation.
• Interact with sales and warehouse teams to address technical questions.
• Assist in training related to valve automation and products.
• Travel for field service and training when needed.
• Adhere to PPE safety rules and wear a harness where required.
• Lift up to 80 lbs and perform driver duties if needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical reading

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Time management

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or technical education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Smartsheet

Job description

Ferguson is hiring a Valve Technician to assemble, test and repair valve packages with emphasis on Limitorque actuators. You will perform setup, diagnostics and field service, ensuring safe operations around high-voltage systems while interpreting wiring diagrams and customer specs.

Join a multi-billion-dollar organization with hands-on training, clear career growth and opportunities to travel for training and service.