According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems. | 82% |
| Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance. | 81% |
| Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs. | 80% |
| Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work. | 80% |
| Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists. | 80% |
| Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications. | 79% |
| Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment. | 78% |
| Inventory and requisition machine parts, equipment, and other supplies so that stock can be maintained and replenished. | 78% |
| Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information. | 77% |
| Set up and operate machines, and adjust controls to regulate operations. | 77% |
| Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specified procedures. | 76% |
| Collect and discard worn machine parts and other refuse to maintain machinery and work areas. | 73% |
| Clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment. | 73% |
| Transport machine parts, tools, equipment, and other material between work areas and storage, using cranes, hoists, or dollies. | 72% |
| Replace, empty, or replenish machine and equipment containers such as gas tanks or boxes. | 70% |
| Replace or repair metal, wood, leather, glass, or other lining in machines, or in equipment compartments or containers. | 69% |
| Remove hardened material from machines or machine parts, using abrasives, power and hand tools, jackhammers, sledgehammers, or other equipment. | 67% |
| Measure, mix, prepare, and test chemical solutions used to clean or repair machinery and equipment. | 61% |
