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Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.\nIf a career with an organization that rewards performance and provides a stable and supportive environment for its associate’s nationwide sounds good, Ferguson may just be the place for you. Our people are our biggest asset and share a common passion for customer service, which has helped shape us into the industry leader we are today.\nFerguson is currently seeking the right individual to fill an immediate need for a Valve Technician. If you have a love of meeting people and providing great customer service, coupled with an interest in contributing directly to the bottom line of a multi-billion-dollar organization, this is the position for you!\nHours: Monday- Friday 6am -2:30pm- overtime as needed -on call schedule possible weekends\nResponsibilities\nAs a Valve Technician, you will be responsible for the following, including, but not limited to:\nAssemble, wire, calibrate, test, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of automated valve packages, with a primary focus on Limitorque electric actuators\n\nPerform Limitorque actuator setup, calibration, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair at Ferguson VAC location\n\nPerform field service work including installation, startup, commissioning, inspection, repair, and support of Limitorque actuators and related valve automation equipment\n\nWork safely with and around live industrial electrical systems, including 240V and 480V, on a daily basis\n\nRead and interpret customer specifications, wiring diagrams, schematics, actuator manuals, and technical documents\n\nFollow all established standard operating procedures for valve automation, including maintaining a safe and organized workspace and observing necessary safety precautions during assembly, testing, storage, and transfer of product\n\nInteract professionally and courteously with inside sales, outside sales, management, warehouse personnel, and customers when addressing technical questions and service needs\n\nAssist in supporting technical training related to valve automation and Limitorque/MOV products\n\nTravel out of town as needed for field service, customer support, and factory product training\n\nMust adhere to all safety regulations, including the correct usage of personal protective equipment (PPE). This includes wearing a safety harness with a maximum weight capacity of 400 lbs.\n\nMust be able to lift up to 80 lbs\n\nMay be responsible for providing driver duties and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nMust be at least 18 years old.\n\nValid state issued license is required.\n\nHigh school diploma, trade school certification or related technical education preferred.\nRecent graduates, trade school students, community college graduates, and candidates with strong mechanical or electrical aptitude are encouraged to apply.\nExperience working with tools, equipment, electrical systems, automotive repair, industrial maintenance, construction, HVAC, welding, machining, or other hands-on technical environments is a plus.\nInterest in learning industrial automation, valve automation, and electric actuator technologies.\nAbility to read and understand technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and schematics, or a willingness to learn.\nStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.\nWillingness to travel for field service work and training opportunities.\nBasic computer skills required; experience with Microsoft Office or Smartsheet is a plus.\nStrong communication, organization, and time-management skills.\nAbility to work independently and as part of a team.\nSelf-motivated with a desire to learn new skills and grow within a technical career path.\nWhy Join Ferguson?\nHands-on technical training and mentorship\nClear career growth opportunities within industrial automation and valve services\nExposure to cutting-edge automation technology\nStable, long-term career path with opportunities for advancement\nCompetitive pay, benefits, and ongoing professional development\n*Pre-employment drug and background screening required*\nAt Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!\n-\nPay Range:\n-\n$19.15 - $33.83-\nEstimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.\n-\nThis role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.\n-\nFerguson complies with all wage regulations. 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