Senior Valve Technician

We deliver electrical, instrumentation, and control services, as well as installation, repair, and maintenance services for residential, commercial, and industrial facilities. As a single-source electrical solution, we offer a full range of services from refinery turnarounds and offshore construction to custom supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) software solutions and distributed control system programming.

About Us: 

Since 1984, Rabalais Instrument & Electrical Constructors has been meeting and exceeding client expectations on projects ranging from industrial and commercial electrical, instrumentation, and control services to installation, repair, and maintenance services for residential, commercial, and industrial facilities. With an experienced, highly skilled staff, cutting edge technology, and a passion for safety and quality, Rabalais provides top-quality services in a timely and cost-effective manner. In fact, Rabalais has built a reputation as one of the most reliable and respected electrical and instrumentation contractors in the nation. The management team at Rabalais brings a combined experience of over 500 years to each project the company undertakes. 

The Senior Valve Technician is responsible for the advanced inspection, repair, testing, and certification of industrial valves, including control valves and pressure relief valves. This role provides technical leadership in the field and shop, ensures compliance with industry standards, and supports safe, efficient operations for client facilities.

Perform diagnosis, disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly of industrial valves and actuators

Troubleshoot valve and actuator issues including pneumatic, hydraulic, and control systems

Read and interpret P&IDs, isometrics, drawings, and OEM manuals

Serve as lead technician on jobs, directing junior technicians and helpers

Provide technical guidance, training, and quality oversight

Interface directly with clients, inspectors, and plant personnel

Perform on-site valve repairs, outages, and turnaround support

Mobilize tools, equipment, and parts to job sites

Maintain company vehicle, tools, and specialty equipment

Participate in after-hours callouts and emergency response work

High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred

5+ years of valve repair experience (including control and safety valves)

Ability to read blueprints, P&IDs, and technical documentation

Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer, Disabled/Veteran

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