Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door
Job Zone 3 - Medium preparation needed
Install, repair, and maintain mechanical regulating and controlling devices, such as electric meters, gas regulators, thermostats, safety and flow valves, and other mechanical governors.
Median pay: $74,340/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +1.3% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.
About 3,900 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• 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.
What's the median pay for Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door?
The median pay for Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door is $74,340 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door?
Employment for Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door is projected to change +1.3% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.
What education is typically required for Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
How many job openings are there each year for Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door?
About 3,900 openings per year, on average, over the decade.