Control and Valve Installers and Repairers
This job involves installing, fixing, and maintaining the mechanical devices that control gas, water, and electrical systems in buildings and infrastructure. Workers use both traditional hand tools and modern digital equipment to test meters, adjust regulators, and repair valves that keep utilities flowing safely to homes and businesses. The work combines hands-on technical skills with data recording using handheld computers and requires attention to detail to ensure all systems meet safety specifications. This career path typically requires technical training or an apprenticeship and offers stable employment in the essential utilities sector.
Did you know?
Most employers require specialized training in control systems, valve technologies, or completion of apprenticeship programs to ensure competency in complex industrial equipment.
At a glance
Typical average pay
$77,000 Avg/yr
Growth
Stable
Top skill
Critical Thinking
Things to consider
Safety Compliance and OSHA Standards
Workers must maintain strict adherence to occupational safety regulations and industry-specific protocols due to potential exposure to hazardous materials and high-pressure systems.
Industry Demand and Job Stability
The occupation offers steady employment opportunities driven by ongoing infrastructure maintenance needs and growth in manufacturing, utilities, and energy sectors.
Key responsibilities
Turn valves to allow measured amounts of air or gas to pass through meters at specified flow rates.
Trace and tag meters or house lines.
Vary air pressure flowing into regulators and turn handles to assess functioning of valves and pistons.
Attach air hoses to meter inlets, plug outlets, and observe gauges for pressure losses to test internal seams for leaks.
Splice and connect cables from meters or current transformers to pull boxes or switchboards, using hand tools.