Control Valve Field Service Technologist — Las Vegas, NV

Step into a role built for hands-on problem solvers who thrive in the field. You’ll service and repair valves, actuators, and instrumentation across customer sites and in our Las Vegas shop, with travel across NV, CA, and AZ — especially during your first-year training, which includes extended trips and some overnights.

Why this role matters

• Be the on-site expert customers rely on to keep critical process equipment running.
• Operate independently in the field while backed by a collaborative, employee-owned team.
• Grow your skills through formal classes, certifications, and real-world assignments.

Pay

$28.00–$34.00 per hour. This range reflects what Caltrol reasonably expects to pay at posting. Final base pay considers internal equity and may vary by geography, skills, qualifications, experience, and position requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Perform the majority of work at customer facilities; complete repairs in the Caltrol shop as needed.
• Troubleshoot and repair control valves, pneumatic/hydraulic actuators, and related instrumentation.
• Support repair teams at other Caltrol locations throughout the West Coast.
• Manage local pick-up/delivery of valves to and from customer sites.
• Uphold shop readiness — maintain tools, test equipment, and work areas.
• Safely drive and operate a company service truck for field assignments.
• Maintain required training, classes, and credentials for site access.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• 2–3 years as a field service or instrumentation technician, or equivalent electro-mechanical experience.
• 2–3 years specifically on control valves.
• Knowledge of valve, pneumatic, and hydraulic actuators.
• Background handling shipping, receiving, and inventory.
• Ability to interpret work instructions, P&IDs, and technical manuals.
• Strong mechanical foundation; welding experience is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license, clean record, and safe operation of company vehicles.
• Excellent customer service with clear written and verbal communication.
• Prior training in instrumentation, control, or isolation valves preferred.

Travel & physical requirements

• Frequent travel to Emerson, other Caltrol sites, and customer facilities; some overnights.
• Comfort with hand/power tools; ability to work in confined spaces or at height.

Benefits & culture

• Inclusive, celebratory culture of diversity.
• Quarterly Profit Sharing and ESOP.
• Generous PTO and 12 paid holidays.
• Medical, Dental, Vision effective the first day of the month after hire.
• HSA (with employer contribution) and FSA.
• Supplemental benefits with concierge support.
• Free, unlimited 24/7 virtual physical access for eligible employees.
• Wellness benefits, including gym and on-demand fitness discounts.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• EAP, company-paid life insurance (with buy-up), and company-paid Short-Term Disability.
• Pet discount program.
• Student loan repayment match.
• Tuition/education reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

About us

Caltrol is a recognized leader in automation — process control solutions, valves, instrumentation, and reliability services. Headquartered in Las Vegas, we’re employee-owned with locations across CA, AZ, HI, and one outside the U.S. You’ll join a team-focused environment with resources to make a meaningful impact and advance your career.

Apply today

Submit your application through our Careers Page or text Caltrol to 52345 to begin.

Proficiencies

• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Pneumatics troubleshooting

Machines & technologies

• Industrial controls

Note

Job duties may change, and new responsibilities may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

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.