Valve Technician

Control Southern; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Control Southern in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a valve, pump, and actuator repair technician to inspect, repair, and maintain a variety of components at our repair facilities and client sites. You will perform calibration, testing, and documentation while following safety guidelines and working with customers on-site and in-shop.

This role requires 1–3 years of related experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 44 lbs, with willingness to work off-hours and travel as

Qualifications

• 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; work in varied conditions; off-hours, weekends, and overtime as needed; rigging knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and maintain valves and actuators at repair facilities and client sites.
• 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.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Job Details

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

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.