What is an Industrial Machinery Mechanics
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.
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Common Job Titles
Hydraulic Technician
Conveyor Technician
Machine Technician
Millwright
Machinist Mate
Valve Technician
Industrial Mechanic
Equipment Technician
Pump Technician
Assistant Fluid-Power Mechanic
Business Machine Mechanic
Assistant Tool Mechanic
Personality & Work Styles
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Cautiousness
Perseverance
Integrity
Stress Tolerance
Achievement Orientation
Self-Control
Self-Confidence
Initiative
Work Activities
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Getting Information
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Controlling Machines and Processes
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Work Environment
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team
Contact With Others
Exposed to Contaminants
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Spend Time Standing
Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Skills You Will Receive
Critical Thinking
Active Learning
Active Listening
Monitoring
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Writing
Learning Strategies
Mathematics
Science
Other Attributes Important To Know
Oral Comprehension
Written Comprehension
Oral Expression
Written Expression
Fluency of Ideas
Originality
Problem Sensitivity
Deductive Reasoning
Inductive Reasoning
Information Ordering
Related Careers
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines
Engine and Other Machine Assemblers
Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door
Technology/Tools Used
Industrial control software
Computer aided manufacturing CAM software
Inventory management software
Facilities management software
Data base user interface and query software
Spreadsheet software
Office suite software
Electronic mail software
Presentation software
Word processing software
Work Values
Support
Independence
Working Conditions
Relationships
Achievement
Recognition
Knowledge You Will Receive
Administration and Management
Administrative
Economics and Accounting
Sales and Marketing
Customer and Personal Service
Personnel and Human Resources
Production and Processing
Food Production
Computers and Electronics
Engineering and Technology
Education Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
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Tasks Associated with This Career
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.