Valve Technician

Control Southern, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth opportunities

Diverse project experience

Job summary

A leading industrial services company is seeking a Repair Technician in Chattanooga, TN, to inspect and maintain valves and actuators. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of relevant experience, strong mechanical skills, and a commitment to safety. Join a team that values your contributions and offers opportunities for further development while ensuring critical systems operate safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in valve, pump, or actuator repair or equivalent training.
• Welding and machining skills are a plus.
• Valid driver's license and insurability.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and maintain various valves and actuators.
• Perform calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Document all repair activities thoroughly.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting ability

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Location: Chattanooga, TN | Travel: Yes (overnight required)

Chattanooga, TN
1500 E 40th Street
Chattanooga, TN 37407, USA

Join Control Southern’s expert team and help keep critical industrial systems running safely and efficiently.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 1–3 years in valve, pump, or actuator repair (or equivalent training). Welding and machining skills are a plus.
• Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting ability, time management, and 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.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a safety‑first culture with opportunities for growth.
• Work on diverse projects at our repair facilities and customer sites.
• Competitive pay and benefits.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us deliver reliability and safety to our customers.

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