What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice Automation Technician - Industrial Valve position at Duncan Co Inc?
Company Overview : Duncan is a leading distributor and service provider of industrial valves and flow control products.
We specialize in providing custom valve automation solutions, including valves, actuators, limit switches, and other control devices, for industries such as oil & gas, chemical processing, water treatment, and more.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and eager-to-learn Industrial Valve Automation Technician Apprentice to join our team and help support our growing customer base. Job Description : As an Industrial Valve Automation Technician Apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience and training in the assembly, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of valve automation systems.
Under the guidance of experienced technicians, you will work with a variety of valves, actuators, control systems, and related components in industrial environments, learning all the critical aspects of the field. Key Responsibilities :
- Learn to install, calibrate, and maintain valve automation equipment, including pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric actuators, control valves, and limit switches.
- Assist in assembling valve automation packages based on customer specifications, including mounting and configuring actuators to valves.
- Support troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on malfunctioning valve automation systems.
- Accompany senior technicians on site visits to assess customer needs, perform on-site repairs, and provide technical support.
- Assist with testing and validating valve automation systems to ensure they meet performance and safety standards.
- Work with the automation and sales teams to ensure technical accuracy and support the delivery of the best solutions to our customers.
- Help maintain accurate service records, job reports, and documentation.
- Follow safety standards and company policies during fieldwork and in the shop. Qualifications :
- Technical Skills : Basic understanding of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric valve actuators, control valves, and automation components.
- Education : High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Enrollment in or completion of a technical program in industrial automation, instrumentation, electrical, or mechanical engineering is a plus.
Salary : $46,000 - $50,000
