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Ferguson

Distributes plumbing and HVAC supplies to pros

Valve Automation Technician

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAlsip, IL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • A valid state-issued license is required.
  • 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.
  • An interest in learning industrial automation, valve automation, and electric actuator technologies is required.
  • Ability to read and understand technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and schematics, or willingness to learn, is required.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Willingness to travel for field service work and training opportunities is required.
  • Basic computer skills are required.
  • Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills are required.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team is required.
  • A self-motivated approach and desire to learn new skills and grow within a technical career path are required.
  • Must follow safety regulations and use personal protective equipment, including a safety harness with a maximum weight capacity of 400 pounds.
  • Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds.
  • Pre-employment drug and background screening is required.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble, wire, calibrate, test, troubleshoot, and repair automated valve packages, primarily Limitorque electric actuators.
  • Perform Limitorque actuator setup, calibration, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair at the Ferguson VAC location.
  • Perform field service 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 systems, on a daily basis.
  • Read and interpret customer specifications, wiring diagrams, schematics, actuator manuals, and technical documents.
  • Follow established standard operating procedures for valve automation, maintain a safe and organized workspace, and observe safety precautions during assembly, testing, storage, and transfer of product.
  • Interact professionally and courteously with inside sales, outside sales, management, warehouse personnel, and customers to address technical questions and service needs.
  • Assist 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.
  • Provide driver duties and responsibilities as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • A high school diploma, trade school certification, or related technical education is preferred.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office or Smartsheet is a plus.

About the Company

Ferguson

Distributes plumbing and HVAC supplies to pros

Ferguson distributes plumbing, HVAC, waterworks and industrial supplies to the contractors, builders and facility teams that install and maintain water and air systems across North America. Its branches, distribution centers and showrooms stock pipe, valves, fixtures, heating and cooling equipment and fire protection products, so trade professionals can buy at a counter or schedule jobsite delivery. Specialist teams quote large capital projects, and showroom consultants walk homeowners and builders through fixture choices. Ferguson earns its revenue on the margin between what it pays manufacturers and what it charges professional customers. Ferguson was founded in 1953 and is based in Newport News, Virginia.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Newport News, VA
Founded
1953

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