Job Description

Caltrol is looking for a full-time Lifecycle Service Technician Trainee to join our team in Chandler, AZ.

You will work with Level l and Level ll Technicians to assist in providing field repair and shop services for all valves, actuators, and general valve instrumentation. We’re looking for a motivated, high-energy candidate who is eager to learn from coworkers and actively support our repair operations.

You must have a valid driver's license in good standing and an excellent driving record.This is a safety-sensitive position. You are required to pass a pre-screen drug test that includes testing for marijuana. You will also be subjected to random hair follicle drug testing.

Hiring Range

The hiring range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00 p/hour. This is the pay scale range Caltrol reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of this posting. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and may vary based on geographic region, skills, qualifications, and experience of the candidate along with the requirements of the position.

An Industrial Automation Leader:

Caltrol is more than a leader in the sales and distribution of industrial process automation products. We bring over 90 years of industry experience delivering high-quality solutions focused on control, reliability, safety, and optimization. We also offer consulting, engineering, service, and support for projects of all sizes and complexities. Our customers span a wide range of industries across Arizona, California, Hawaii, and Nevada. As a member of the Emerson Impact Partner Network, we combine strong local expertise with Emerson’s global reach and scale. We take pride not only in the quality of our work but also in our people, especially our employee-owners!

What you'll be doing:

• Assist and learn how to test and assemble valves by following manufacturers’ assembly procedures, work orders or other customer specifications.
• Clean corrosive and other deposits from serviceable parts using solvents, wire brushes or sandblaster.
• Required to work at the main facility as well as the customer site to tear down, decontaminate, assemble, repair, and test equipment. Customer site work will at times require inline valve work such as valve fitting, packing change, flange bolting, tightening, etc.
• Learn how to inspect, evaluate, and verify the accuracy of the assembled unit for conformance to standards and customer requirements.
• Learn and assist in repairing valves, actuators, and instrumentation in the Caltrol shop and customer sites.
• Drive stake bed to customer sites to pick up and deliver valves.
• Help keep up and maintain different shop equipment.
• Goal to learn with hands-on experience to be able to safely work on repairing control/isolation valves.

What we’re looking for:

• Ability to pass and keep up with OSCA Random drug screening and background checks for customers.

• Valid CA Driver's license and an excellent driving record.

• Ability to work weekends and overtime as required to meet customer needs.

• Ability to work independently or as a team member.

• Ability to send emails and process work orders using computer software.

• Ability to safely use and maintain a large variety of tools and equipment associated with the assembly of valves and actuators, including impact wrenches, electric and manual hand tools, testing equipment, overhead cranes, and forklifts.

• Strong work ethic.

**Preferred: **

• Mechanical and Electrical experience.

• Ability to read customer Schematic drawings

• Ability to read and interpret assembly manuals (IOM’s).

• Knowledge/experience of manual machining

ESOP - The Ownership Advantage:

Caltrol is proud to be a certified ESOP company, offering an Employee Stock Ownership Plan to reward our most valuable assets, our people. Caltrol’s culture centers on ownership. Employees are given a license to act. They think and act like owners because they *are *owners. Caltrol is committed to setting our employee-owners up for success through training, an inclusive and supportive team-driven culture, and empowering them to consistently deliver exceptional customer experiences. We also value giving back to the communities we serve. Through both company and employee contributions, we support nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and other local initiatives.

Learn more here: Caltrol ESOP

Benefits Designed for You and Your Family:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employee-owners’ overall health, financial future, and long-term success.

• Profit-sharing opportunities

• 401(k) with employer match

• Generous paid-time off +12 paid holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision – all effective 1st day of the month after your hire date

• Free and unlimited virtual care access to a dedicated physician through AstroDoc

• HSA (with employer contribution) + a FSA

• Company-paid life insurance

• Company paid short-term disability

• Wellness benefits, including gym and on-demand fitness discounts

• Pet discount program – because pets are part of the family

• Student loan repayment match program

• Tuition/education reimbursement

• Professional development opportunities because we believe in investing in greatness.

See more here: Benefits at Caltrol

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm with overtime as needed.

**Working Conditions/Physical Demands: **

• Must be able to wear the maximum level of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) without restriction, which may include, but is not limited to, a hard hat, safety glasses, fire-resistant clothing, safety-toed footwear, hearing protection, respiratory protection, etc.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to walk and stand 8 hours per day.
• Frequent climbing, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping.
• Hazards: Potential exposure to chemicals. Proximity to moving mechanical and mobile equipment.
• Must be able to work outside in environmental conditions with varying temperatures.

**Travel: **

Ability to travel out of town/state for work up to 40% of the year.

Other Duties:

This job description/listing is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Caltrol is deeply committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is respected, treated fairly, and given equal opportunities to perform to their fullest potential. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Reasonable accommodation is available for candidates with disabilities, ensuring they can effectively perform essential job functions.

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You should be proficient in:

• Driver's License
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Assembly Skills

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Overhead Crane
• Forklifts