Valve Technician - Instrumentation & Automation - #254192

About the Role:

PK Industrial Supply has been a trusted source of quality industrial supplies across multiple sectors. As a key supplier to the Oil & Gas industrial segment, we support our customers’ complex projects by making them simple, successful, and backed by a strong local sales presence. Our team takes pride in delivering best-in-class products, service, and technical capabilities—proactively solving problems and growing with our customers, our communities, and each other.

Position Summary:

We are hiring a Senior Valve Technician to support operations at our new Mont Belvieu facility. This is a highly technical role focused on servicing, assembling, and automating industrial valves. The successful candidate must bring a minimum of 10-15 years of experience and a strong understanding of valve automation, instrumentation, torque calculation, and assembly practices.

You’ll work closely with valve manufacturers and leading actuation companies to provide optimized solutions tailored to end-user applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose, service, and calibrate automated valve packages, including electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Support torque calculations for actuation sizing based on pressure class, media, and service conditions
• Collaborate with actuation manufacturers (e.g., Bettis, Rotork, Limitorque, AUMA) to ensure proper sizing and configuration
• Interpret valve specifications, datasheets, and technical drawings to build accurate assemblies
• Lead assembly and functional testing of valves and actuators per customer requirements
• Operate stand-up forklift to move material and stage orders
• Participate in warehouse operations including shipping/receiving and staging inventory
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Provide occasional on-site service and technical support to customers
  
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• 15+ years of hands-on experience in valve and actuation service
• Strong understanding of torque curves, sizing tools, and actuator selection
• Familiarity with quarter-turn, multi-turn, and linear valve types
• Experience reading electrical wiring diagrams and performing loop diagnostics
• Proven ability to assemble valve/actuator packages accurately and efficiently
• Mechanically inclined with high attention to detail
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally for field jobs
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical certification or associate degree in instrumentation, automation, or mechanical disciplines
• Experience with valve standards (API, ANSI, ASME,BS)
• Knowledge of test and calibration equipment
  
  
  

Why Join PK Industrial Supply?

• Competitive compensation and full benefits package
• New, state-of-the-art facility with modern tools and inventory
• Be part of a team that values technical leadership and responsive service
• Make an impact by helping customers solve complex valve and automation challenges