Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments, using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straight edges
Diagnoses and repairs mechanical problems with plant and machine systems
Dismantles devices to gain access to remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools
Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections
Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements, using rules, callipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments
Installs and diagnoses new machinery and equipment
Installs special functional and structural parts in devices using hand tools
Maintains, repairs, and improves plant machinery mechanical systems
Participates in project planning
Repairs electrical equipment
Repairs and maintains, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications, machinery and mechanical equipments, such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment
Repairs or replaces defective parts, using hand tools and power tools
Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts
Starts devices to test their performance
Verifies mechanical and electro mechanical safety of plant and machine systems
Works in teams
Maintains appropriate records
Makes replacement parts as needed
Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble
Participates in the “Ideas for Success” Program
Initiates purchase orders for parts and machines
Lubricates and cleans parts
Maintains a clean, safe, well organized work area
Performs additional duties as assigned
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