AI Assistant for Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door

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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Core Responsibilities

  • 1Record maintenance information, including test results, material usage, and repairs made.(Core task)
  • 2Disassemble and repair mechanical control devices or valves, such as regulators, thermostats, or hydrants, using power tools, hand tools, and cutting torches.(Core task)
  • 3Lubricate wearing surfaces of mechanical parts, using oils or other lubricants.(Core task)
  • 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.
  • 6Test valves and regulators for leaks and accurate temperature and pressure settings, using precision testing equipment.
  • 7Record meter readings and installation data on meter cards, work orders, or field service orders, or enter data into hand-held computers.
  • 8Turn meters on or off to establish or close service.
  • 9Shut off service and notify repair crews when major repairs are required, such as the replacement of underground pipes or wiring.
  • 10Install regulators and related equipment such as gas meters, odorization units, and gas pressure telemetering equipment.

Top Skills Required

Critical Thinking
Repairing
Active Listening
Speaking
Monitoring
Operations Monitoring
Equipment Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Quality Control Analysis
Judgment and Decision Making

Knowledge Areas

MechanicalEngineering and TechnologyPublic Safety and SecurityCustomer and Personal ServiceComputers and ElectronicsMathematicsDesignProduction and Processing

Technology & Tools Used

In-Demand Technologies

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Other Tools

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Daily Work Activities

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Getting Information
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

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