Industrial Machinery Mechanics, Machinery Maintenance Workers, and Millwrights

Industrial Machinery Mechanics, Machinery Maintenance Workers, and Millwrights typically perform the following 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. • Assign schedules to work crews.