Job Description:

• 1) Inspects, maintains, repairs, and replaces control devices, such as water pressure regulators, gate valves, and hydrants on water mains in water treatment and distribution systems: Inspects, disassembles, and repairs damaged or malfunctioning control devices of water distribution systems, using handtools.

• 2) Cleans parts of rust and scale, using scraper and emery cloth.

• 3) Lubricates wearing surfaces of movable parts.

• 4) Replaces defective parts or installs new control devices, using handtools.

• 5) Turns pentagonal nut, using wrench or handwheel to adjust control devices regulators to control water pressure and flow for operating conditions, such as water main leaks, shut-offs, and for trial and emergency purposes.

• 6) May grind valve seat to remove surface flaws to avoid leakage, using special grinding tool.

• 7) Prepares requisitions and reports concerning materials needed to effect repairs, cause, and extent of damage to equipment.