Industrial Machinery Mechanic

Repair, install, adjust, or maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems. May also install, dismantle, or move machinery and heavy equipment according to plans.

O*NET reports this occupation under titles such as: Industrial Machinery Mechanic; Industrial Mechanic; Loom Fixer; Loom Technician; Machine Adjuster; Machine Mechanic; Maintenance Technician; Mechanic; Overhauler; Sewing Machine Mechanic

Tasks

• Repair or maintain the operating condition of industrial production or processing machinery or equipment.
• Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery or equipment.
• Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery.
• Disassemble machinery or equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
• Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
• Examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear.
• Record repairs and maintenance performed.
• Operate newly repaired machinery or equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs.
• Record parts or materials used and order or requisition new parts or materials, as necessary.
• Observe and test the operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters or other testing devices.
• Analyze test results, machine error messages, or information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems.
• Study blueprints or manufacturers' manuals to determine correct installation or operation of machinery.
• Cut and weld metal to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, or assemble new equipment.
• Enter codes and instructions to program computer-controlled machinery.
• Demonstrate equipment functions and features to machine operators.

Knowledge

• Mechanical
• English Language
• Production and Processing
• Engineering and Technology
• Design
• Mathematics
• Computers and Electronics

Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Active Listening
• Active Learning
• Monitoring
• Speaking

Abilities

• Problem Sensitivity
• Manual Dexterity
• Finger Dexterity
• Control Precision
• Near Vision
• Arm-Hand Steadiness
• Reaction Time
• Multilimb Coordination
• Information Ordering
• Hearing Sensitivity
• Visualization
• Selective Attention
• Written Comprehension
• Deductive Reasoning
• Static Strength
• Trunk Strength
• Extent Flexibility
• Auditory Attention
• Oral Comprehension
• Oral Expression
• Inductive Reasoning
• Category Flexibility
• Perceptual Speed
• Response Orientation
• Speech Recognition