Control and Valve Technician

On the job, you would:

• Record maintenance information, including test results, material usage, and repairs made.
• Disassemble and repair mechanical control devices or valves, such as regulators, thermostats, or hydrants, using power tools, hand tools, and cutting torches.
• Lubricate wearing surfaces of mechanical parts, using oils or other lubricants.
• Calibrate instrumentation, such as meters, gauges, and regulators, for pressure, temperature, flow, and level.
• Install, inspect and test electric meters, relays, and power sources to detect causes of malfunctions and inaccuracies, using hand tools and testing equipment.
• Test valves and regulators for leaks and accurate temperature and pressure settings, using precision testing equipment.