Classification Description

University of Michigan
Issued: 12/02/79 Classification Code
# 838800
Supersedes: 03/25/74 FLSA NE

TITLE: INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL REPAIRPERSON GRADE: E4

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY
To inspect, repair and maintain plant control systems, steam and water header pressure and temperature control systems, steam and water flow metering systems and all component units of these systems.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Disassemble units and repair or replace components pipes, couplings and control devices, such as steam and water flow meters, combustion control meters, fuel and airflow controllers and transmitters, temperature receivers and recorders, damper controls and reducing valves.
Assemble and install meters, gauges, controllers and other instruments.
Install and replace copper tubing, valves, wiring and component parts in pneumatic equipment and electronic control systems.
Coordinate the disassembly and repair of reducing valves and desuperheating controls and devices.
Maintain records on malfunctions, repairs and maintenance.
Maintain an inventory of parts.
May coordinate the work of Instrument and Control Repairperson Designees or other assigned assistants.

RELATED DUTIES
Monitor plant operations and react to instrument and control malfunctions.
Coordinate and participate in the inspection of equipment function and manipulation of controls.
Recommend the start up and shut down of plant equipment.
Observe equipment function from control room and perform periodic rounds of inspection.
Inspect and adjust automatic or manual equipment control mechanisms.
Coordinate and participate in the cleaning, inspection and routine maintenance of equipment and facilities including oiling, greasing and the repacking of leaking packing glands.
Report unusual or emergency situations to the appropriate engineer.
Observe fire and safety precautions.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Receives supervision from a designated official.
May receive direction from an Operating Engineer.
QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school supplemented by technical training in a trade school or junior college, or an equivalent level of education and experience is necessary.
Considerable experience in maritime or powerhouse operation of boilers and turbines or satisfactory and reliable performance as an Instrument and Control Repairperson Designee is necessary.
Ability to tolerate high levels of heat and noise is necessary.
Considerable mechanical aptitude is necessary.
Considerable knowledge of methods, equipment and materials used in boiler and turbine operation is necessary.
Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of high pressure boilers, turbines and related equipment is necessary.
Considerable knowledge of pressure, temperature and metering systems is necessary.
Ability to maintain operation records and charts is necessary.
Considerable knowledge of safety standards and procedures is necessary.
Ability to exercise tact and discretion in relationships with subordinates and staff is necessary.
Physical ability to perform the full range of duties of the classification is necessary.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.