Valve Technician

Pioneer Industrial, Decatur, Illinois, United States of America

Posted Monday, August 18, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Company: 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.

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With 7 facilities covering 21 states, Pioneer services industrial equipment for the power, chemical, petrochemical, pulp & paper, food & beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. The industrial equipment Pioneer services include Pressure Relief Valves (PRVs), Control Valves, Line Valves, Instrumentation, Pumps, Blowers, Mechanical Seals, and Fluid Sealing applications.

Valve repair has been a cornerstone of Pioneer’s business for over 34 years and continues to grow. A Valve Technician would perform the essential duties of new valve assembly and valve repair / certification of various types of valves both in shop and onsite at customer facilities. Pioneer provides in house training along with factory supplemented training. 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 Valv Keep 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:
• Basic computer knowledge
• Desired skills:
• Organized and effective time management skills
• Concise communication skills
• The right employee exemplifies:
• 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

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. As a critical intermediary between over 3,000 suppliers and 15,000 customers, over 90 brand companies, and close to 1,700 employees, FCG’s distribution and technical expertise serve an essential function in the movement of mission-critical components to a diverse array of end markets and applications.

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