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Summary Description


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

Sample Job Titles

1.	Air Valve Mechanic

2.	Air Valve Repairer

3.	Control Specialist

4.	Control Technician

5.	Control Valve Mechanic

6.	Control Valve Technician

7.	Electric Meter Installer

8.	Electric Meter Repairer

9.	Electric Meter Repairer Apprentice

10.	Electric Meter Setter

11.	Electric Meter Technician

12.	Electrician

13.	Electromechanical Technician

14.	Fare Register Repairer

15.	Field Mechanical Meter Tester

16.	Field Service Technician

17.	Fire Extinguisher Repairer

18.	Flowmeter Test and Certification Mechanic

19.	Gas Measurement Specialist

20.	Gas Meter Installer

21.	Gas Meter Mechanic

22.	Gas Meter Prover

23.	Gas Pit Worker

24.	Gas Regulator Repairer

25.	Gas Technician

26.	Gas Utility Worker

27.	Industrial Gas Servicer

28.	Inside Meter Tester

29.	Instrument and Controls Technician

30.	Instrument and Electrical Technician (I & E Technician)

31.	Instrument and Valve Technician

32.	Instrument Technician

33.	Instrument, Control and Electrical Technician (ICE Technician)

34.	Instrumentation Technician

35.	Lubrication Equipment Servicer

36.	Machinist

37.	Maintenance Technician

38.	Measurement Controls Specialist

39.	Measurement Specialist

40.	Measurement Technician

41.	Mechanic

42.	Meter Installer

43.	Meter Mechanic

44.	Meter Repairer

45.	Meter Technician

46.	Meterman

47.	Motor Power Connector

48.	Parking Meter Installer

49.	Parking Meter Mechanic

50.	Parking Meter Servicer

51.	Plant Controls Specialist

52.	Pneumatic Tester Mechanic

53.	Pneumatic Tool Repairer

54.	Pneumatic Tube Repairer

55.	Project Controls Specialist

56.	Pyrometer Mechanic

57.	Regulator Mechanic

58.	Regulator Repair Person

59.	Residential Gas Heat Technician

60.	Rocket Engine Component Mechanic

61.	Safety Relief Valve Technician

62.	Salvager

63.	Scale Installer

64.	Service Technician

65.	Shut Off Worker

66.	Spray Gun Repairer

67.	Taximeter Repairer

68.	Thermostat Mechanic

69.	Thermostat Repairer

70.	Valve and Regulator Repairer

71.	Valve Grinder

72.	Valve Mechanic

73.	Valve Technician

74.	Water Meter Installer

75.	Water Meter Mechanic

76.	Water Regulator and Valve Mechanic

77.	Water Regulator and Valve Repairer

78.	Welder

Job Tasks

	Test valves and regulators for leaks and accurate temperature and pressure settings, using precision testing equipment. Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.

	Turn meters on or off to establish or close service. Control power supply connections.

	Turn valves to allow measured amounts of air or gas to pass through meters at specified flow rates. Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.

	Report hazardous field situations and damaged or missing meters. Confer with coworkers to coordinate work activities.

	Install regulators and related equipment such as gas meters, odorization units, and gas pressure telemetering equipment. Install metering equipment.

	Record meter readings and installation data on meter cards, work orders, or field service orders, or enter data into hand-held computers. Enter codes or other information into computers. Document operational activities.

	Shut off service and notify repair crews when major repairs are required, such as the replacement of underground pipes or wiring. Control power supply connections. Communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs.

	Connect regulators to test stands, and turn screw adjustments until gauges indicate that inlet and outlet pressures meet specifications. Adjust the tension of nuts or bolts. Connect electrical components or equipment.

	Disassemble and repair mechanical control devices or valves, such as regulators, thermostats, or hydrants, using power tools, hand tools, and cutting torches. Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair. Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

	Examine valves or mechanical control device parts for defects, dents, or loose attachments, and mark malfunctioning areas of defective units. Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.

	Attach air hoses to meter inlets, plug outlets, and observe gauges for pressure losses to test internal seams for leaks. Connect hoses to equipment or piping.

	Record maintenance information, including test results, material usage, and repairs made. Maintain repair or maintenance records.

	Dismantle meters, and replace or adjust defective parts such as cases, shafts, gears, disks, and recording mechanisms, using soldering irons and hand tools. Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance. Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair. Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

	Advise customers on proper installation of valves or regulators and related equipment. Train customers in the use of products.

	Connect hoses from provers to meter inlets and outlets, and raise prover bells until prover gauges register zero. Connect hoses to equipment or piping.

	Make adjustments to meter components, such as setscrews or timing mechanisms, so that they conform to specifications. Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.

	Disconnect or remove defective or unauthorized meters, using hand tools.

	Replace defective parts, such as bellows, range springs, and toggle switches, and reassemble units according to blueprints, using cam presses and hand tools. Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

	Investigate instances of illegal tapping into service lines.

	Lubricate wearing surfaces of mechanical parts, using oils or other lubricants. Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning.

	Install, inspect and test electric meters, relays, and power sources to detect causes of malfunctions and inaccuracies, using hand tools and testing equipment. Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects. Install electrical components, equipment, or systems. Install metering equipment.

	Trace and tag meters or house lines. Repair electrical circuits or wiring.

	Mount and install meters and other electric equipment such as time clocks, transformers, and circuit breakers, using electricians' hand tools. Install metering equipment.

	Vary air pressure flowing into regulators and turn handles to assess functioning of valves and pistons. Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.

	Attach pressurized meters to fixtures which submerge them in water, and observe meters for leaks. Repair pipes to stop leaking.

	Measure tolerances of assembled and salvageable parts for conformance to standards or specifications, using gauges, micrometers, and calipers. Measure distances or dimensions.

	Repair leaks in valve seats or bellows of automotive heater thermostats, using soft solder, flux, and acetylene torches. Repair non-engine automotive or vehicle components.

	Clean internal compartments and moving parts, using rags and cleaning compounds. Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.

	Repair electric meters and components, such as transformers and relays, and replace metering devices, dial glasses, and faulty or incorrect wiring, using hand tools. Repair electrical components.

	Recondition displacement type gas meters and governors, fabricating, machining, or modifying parts needed for repairs. Rebuild parts or components.

	Cut seats to receive new orifices, tap inspection ports, and perform other repairs to salvage usable materials, using hand tools and machine tools. Cut materials according to specifications or needs.

	Reassemble repaired equipment, and solder top, front, and back case panels in place, using soldering guns, power tools, and hand tools. Reassemble equipment after repair. Solder parts or connections between parts.

	Calibrate thermostats for specified temperature or pressure settings. Calibrate equipment to specifications.

	Collect money due on delinquent accounts. Collect payments for good or services.

	Recommend and write up specifications for changes in hardware, such as house wiring. Advise others on issues related to repairs, installation, or equipment design.

	Dip valves and regulators in molten lead to prevent leakage, and paint valves, fittings, and other devices, using spray guns. Paint surfaces or equipment. Seal gaps or cracks to prevent leakage or moisture intrusion.

	Splice and connect cables from meters or current transformers to pull boxes or switchboards, using hand tools. Connect electrical components or equipment.

	Clean plant growth, scale, paint, soil, or rust from meter housings, using wire brushes, scrapers, buffers, sandblasters, or cleaning compounds. Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.

	Clamp regulator units into vises on stages above water tanks, and attach compressed air hoses to intake ports. Connect hoses to equipment or piping.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

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