Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door
Also known as: Air Valve Mechanic, Air Valve Repairer, Automation Controls Technician (+79 more)
Install, repair, and maintain mechanical regulating and controlling devices, such as electric meters, gas regulators, thermostats, safety and flow valves, and other mechanical governors.
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What You'll Do
- Turn meters on or off to establish or close service.
- Turn valves to allow measured amounts of air or gas to pass through meters at specified flow rates.
- Report hazardous field situations and damaged or missing meters.
- Record meter readings and installation data on meter cards, work orders, or field service orders, or enter data into hand-held computers.
- Connect regulators to test stands, and turn screw adjustments until gauges indicate that inlet and outlet pressures meet specifications.
- Disassemble and repair mechanical control devices or valves, such as regulators, thermostats, or hydrants, using power tools, hand tools, and cutting torches.
- Record maintenance information, including test results, material usage, and repairs made.
- Disconnect or remove defective or unauthorized meters, using hand tools.
- Lubricate wearing surfaces of mechanical parts, using oils or other lubricants.
- Test valves and regulators for leaks and accurate temperature and pressure settings, using precision testing equipment.
Essential Skills
Career Fit Overview
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Top passions
- Maker: Building and fixing energizes you. You like tangible results and practical tools.
- Organizer: Bringing order to data and processes satisfies you.
- Analyst: Investigating problems and finding patterns keeps you engaged.
Common styles
Attention to Detail, Dependability, Independence, Integrity, Initiative
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Key Abilities
This career demands strong capabilities in the following areas:
Technologies & Tools
Work Environment & Style
Common Styles for This Career
- Attention to Detail (High importance: 4.26/5)
- Dependability (High importance: 4.15/5)
- Independence (High importance: 3.82/5)
- Integrity (High importance: 3.79/5)
- Initiative (High importance: 3.74/5)
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This career typically requires vocational school, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some specialized training or certification may also be required.
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