What You'll Do

  • Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
  • Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
  • Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs.
  • Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specified procedures.
  • Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
  • Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
  • Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
  • Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
  • Set up and operate machines, and adjust controls to regulate operations.
  • Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.

Essential Skills

Operations Monitoring 3.75/5
Equipment Maintenance 3.75/5
Troubleshooting 3.75/5
Repairing 3.75/5
Operation and Control 3.62/5
Quality Control Analysis 3.12/5
Reading Comprehension 3.0/5
Active Listening 3.0/5
Critical Thinking 3.0/5
Coordination 3.0/5
Judgment and Decision Making 3.0/5
Time Management 3.0/5

Career Fit Overview

Use this summary to understand the kind of profile this role rewards. It helps you judge whether this career looks like a stronger match than your current role, a nearby move worth exploring, or a broader path to compare more seriously.

Top passions

  • Maker: Building and fixing energizes you. You like tangible results and practical tools.
  • Organizer: Bringing order to data and processes satisfies you.
  • Analyst: Investigating problems and finding patterns keeps you engaged.

Common styles

Dependability, Attention to Detail, Cautiousness, Perseverance, Stress Tolerance

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Key Abilities

This career demands strong capabilities in the following areas:

Arm-Hand Steadiness 4.0/5
Problem Sensitivity 3.62/5
Manual Dexterity 3.38/5
Near Vision 3.38/5
Control Precision 3.25/5
Visualization 3.12/5
Multilimb Coordination 3.12/5
Extent Flexibility 3.12/5

Technologies & Tools

Computerized maintenance management system software CMMS Database software Management information systems MIS Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Operating system software SAP software Scheduling software Spreadsheet software Web browser software Word processing software

Work Environment & Strengths

Common Strengths for This Career

  • Dependability (High importance: 4.67/5)
  • Attention to Detail (High importance: 4.46/5)
  • Cautiousness (High importance: 4.26/5)
  • Perseverance (High importance: 3.95/5)
  • Stress Tolerance (High importance: 3.79/5)

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How to Become One

This career typically requires vocational school, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some specialized training or certification may also be required.

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Also Known As

This career is known by many different job titles across industries. Here are all the variations:

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