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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AI Impact Assessment
AI Resilience Score
Score 4/6: low AI task exposure means AI will assist but humans remain essential
How we calculated this:
13% of tasks can be accelerated by AI
+1% projected (2024-2034)
EPOCH score: 16/25
Key Responsibilities
- 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.
Education & Training
Typical Entry Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Time to Job Ready
1-3 years
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Based on 47,780 employed workers
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Data from O*NET 30.1 and BLS Occupational Employment Statistics
O*NET Code: 49-9012.00