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Valve Technician
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A Controls or Valve Technician monitors and repairs gas gauges, pressure valves, and thermostats on manufacturing equipment or machinery.
$71,581 / year median in Kentucky
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Valve Technician Req #2375 Pioneer Industrial, 700 Dr. Smith Lane, Calvert City, Kentucky, United States of America Apply Share Job Description Posted Friday, July 17, 2026 at 12:00
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Pioneer Industrial Corporation About Us Pioneer Industrial Corporation is a prominent corporation known for its expertise in sourcing, manufacturing, and servicing industrial equipment across various industries including refining, oil and gas, power, chemical, petrochemical, pulp & paper, food & beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. Their wide range of industrial equipment encompasses Pressure Relief Valves (PRVs), Control Valves, Line Valves, Electric Actuators, Instrumentation, Pumps, Blowers, Mechanical Seals, and Fluid Sealing applications. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Pioneer Industrial offers comprehensive solutions to meet the diverse needs of their clients in the industrial sector. Join Pioneer Industrial Corporation and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in the industrial equipment industry. Visit ourWebsite:
www.pioneerindustrial.comJob Overview:
With 7 facilities covering 10 states, Pioneer sells and services industrial equipment for the power, chemical, petrochemical, pulp & paper, food & beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. The industrial equipment Pioneer sells and services include Pressure Relief Valves (PRVs), Control Valves, Manual Valves, Actuation, Instrumentation, Pumps, Blowers, Mechanical Seals, and Fluid Sealing applications. Valve and industrial equipment assembly and repair have been the cornerstone of Pioneers business for over 37 years and continues to grow. The role of a Valve Technician would be to perform the essential duties of new valve assembly, repair and certification of various types of valves in a shop setting as well as onsite at a customer facility. In-house training along with factory supplemented training is provided. Pioneer provides great potential for upward growth.Responsibilities and Duties:
- Follow all Pioneer Safety and Quality procedures and regulations
- Operate equipment - overhead hoists, sand blaster, parts washer, propylene torch, etc.
- Disassemble valve without damaging parts per the manufacturer's Installation & Operation Manual
- Document and enter job data into ValvKeep database and document photos
- Coordinate with office personnel on repair requirements
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Maintain equipment in area, as required
- Cleaning, blasting, and painting valve components
- Return Valves/Parts to Proper Bins, Boxes, etc.
- Assemble, calibrate, tag and certify valve per manufacturer's repair manuals
- May be required to help in field assignments
- May be required to climb and work at various elevations depending on job scope
- Operate motor vehicle, as required
- Attend job and safety training, as necessary or required
Requirements and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED. Desire a technical or trade school degree.
- The right candidate will the ability to learn our trade and has experience working hand and power tools.
- Required skills:
- Safe Working Attitude
- Attention to detail
- Basic computer knowledge
- Desired skills:
- Organized and effective time management skills
- Concise communication skills
- The right employee exemplifies:
- A Positive attitude
- A Punctual disposition
- Initiative and is always looking for work during down moments
- Good integrity and dutifulness
- adaptiveness to a constantly changing schedule
- Attentiveness to surroundings
- Must be able to travel and have a clear driving record in accordance with Pioneer driving guidelines
- Capable of holding forklift operation certificate
- Physical abilities
- Must be able to lift max of 50 lbs
- Must be able to work in hot and cold environments #pioneerindustrial #manycompaniesoneteam #FCGcareers #flowcontrolgroup #FCG-M #LI-SC1 Pioneer Industrial operates as a vital subsidiary within Flow Control Group (FCG), a prominent holdings company that is a leading solutions provider focused on technically oriented products and services for flow control, fluid handling and process, industrial automation, and life sciences with locations throughout North America.