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Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door

SOC 49-9012.00

Install, repair, and maintain mechanical regulating and controlling devices, such as electric meters, gas regulators, thermostats, safety and flow valves, and other mechanical governors.

Zone 3 Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Critical Thinking

3.4

Repairing

3.2

Active Listening

3.1

Speaking

3.1

Monitoring

3.1

Operation Monitoring

3.1

Equipment Maintenance

3.1

Troubleshooting

3.1

Knowledge Areas 8

Mechanical

4.1

Engineering and Technology

3.6

Public Safety and Security

3.5

Customer and Personal Service

3.2

Computers and Electronics

3.2

Mathematics

3.2

Design

3.2

Production and Processing

3.0

Key Tasks

1Record maintenance information, including test results, material usage, and repairs made.

2Disassemble and repair mechanical control devices or valves, such as regulators, thermostats, or hydrants, using power tools, hand tools, and cutting torches.

3Lubricate wearing surfaces of mechanical parts, using oils or other lubricants.

4Calibrate instrumentation, such as meters, gauges, and regulators, for pressure, temperature, flow, and level.

5Install, inspect and test electric meters, relays, and power sources to detect causes of malfunctions and inaccuracies, using hand tools and testing equipment.

Also Known As

Air Valve Mechanic Air Valve Repairer Certification Technician Control Specialist Control Valve Mechanic Control Valve Technician Controls Technician Electric Meter Installer Electric Meter Repairer Electric Meter Setter