Valve Technician
Code: 49-9012.00
Also known as: Control Valve Mechanic, Control Valve Technician, Electric Meter Technician, Instrument Technician, Instrument and Electrical Technician (I & E Technician), Measurement Technician, Meter Technician, Service Technician, Valve Technician, Water Plant Maintenance Mechanic
Description: Valve Technicians keep residential homes and commercial properties safe and running by maintaining, installing and repairing gas regulators, electric meters, thermostats and other control devices. Most Valve Technicians have a high school diploma and some post secondary education or work as an apprentice.
Typical wages
| 10% | $32,940 |
| 25% | $42,930 |
| Median | $60,580 |
| 75% | $80,750 |
| 90% | $98,180 |
| 10% | $15.84 |
| 25% | $20.64 |
| Median | $29.13 |
| 75% | $38.82 |
| 90% | $47.2 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
53,100 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
53,200 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 4,000 |