Occupation Details
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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Interests
Realistic
Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
Investigative
Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
Conventional
Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
Work Values
Working Conditions
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
Support
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
Independence
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
Salary & Job Outlook
Starting Salary
$44,030.00
New York StateMedian Salary
$62,250.00
New York StateExperienced Salary
$73,740.00
New York StateNational Average for Comparison
New York State Job Market Outlook
Jobs Right Now (2018)
11,280
professionals in NYFuture Job Growth (2030)
16,410
+513 jobs/yearNew Jobs Every Year
1,687
new opportunities yearlyGrowth Rate
0.5%
projected increasePreparation: Experience, Training, and Education
The list below outlines the prior educational experience required to perform in this occupation.
College Helps - Some college classes or training
Experience Requirements
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
Education Requirements
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Training Details
Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Transferrable Skills and Experience
These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include hydroelectric production managers, desktop publishers, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, court reporters and simultaneous captioners, and medical assistants.
School Programs
The following lists school programs which are applicable to this occupation.
Licensing & Certification
State License and Certifications Requirements are not currently associated with this occupation.
Apprenticeship
Contact your regional representative to learn more about apprenticeships available in your area by visiting Apprenticeship Contacts.
Skills
The list below includes the skills required by workers in this occupation; skills are what allow you to learn more quickly and improve your performance.
Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Operation and Control
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Equipment Maintenance
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Troubleshooting
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Repairing
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Quality Control Analysis
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Skill level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Knowledge
The list below includes knowledge items, the principles and facts required by this occupation.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Knowledge level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Work Environment
The list below includes the physical and social factors that influence the nature of work in this occupation.
Hover over or tap each factor to see its description.
Work Styles
Included in the list below are the personal work style characteristics that can affect how well a worker is likely to perform in this occupation.
Achievement/Effort
Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
Adaptability/Flexibility
Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
Analytical Thinking
Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Initiative
Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Innovation
Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
Persistence
Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
Tools & Technology
This list below describes the machines, equipment, tools, software, and information technology that workers in this occupation will use.
Tools
- Acetylene torches
- Adjustable widemouth pliers
- Adjustable wrenches
- Air compressors
- Airhammer chisels
- Airpowered descaling drills
- Airpowered descaling turbines
- Alignment scopes
- Alignment tools
- Allen wrenches
- Ammeters
- Angled feeler gauges
- Aviation snips
- Bandsaws
- Bearing bridge gauges
- Bearing heating ovens
- Block and tackle equipment
- Boring tools
- Brass hammers
- Brazing equipment
- Broaching machines
- Burnishing wheels
- Calipers
- Chain hoists
- Channel lock pliers
- Combination wrenches
- Cutting dies
- Cutting machines
- Cylindrical grinders
- Cylindrical procedures squares
Technology
- BIT Corp ProMACS PLC
- Computer aided design CAD software
- Extranet Machine Tools Suite
- Inventory tracking software
- KEYENCE PLC Ladder Logic
- Maintenance management software
- Maintenance planning and control software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- SAP business and customer relations management software
- Supervisory control and data acquisition SCADA software
Duties
Duties are job behaviors describing activities that occur on multiple jobs. The generalized and detailed work activities described in the list below apply to this occupation.
- order or purchase supplies, materials, or equipment
- requisition stock, materials, supplies or equipment
- develop maintenance schedules
- install industrial machinery or related heavy equipment
- calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification
- install electronic power, communication, control, or security equipment or systems
- install or replace meters, regulators, or related measuring or control devices
- install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit
- replace electronic components
- repair computer controlled manufacturing systems
- repair plastics manufacturing equipment
- install electronic equipment, components, or systems
- repair or replace electrical wiring, circuits, fixtures, or equipment
- set up computer numerical control machines
- install electrical conduit or tubing
- test electrical/electronic wiring, equipment, systems or fixtures
- analyze operation of malfunctioning electrical or electronic equipment
- test electronic or electrical circuit connections
- install electrical fixtures or components
- coordinate production maintenance activities
- determine installation, service, or repair needed
- adhere to safety procedures
- perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting
- verify levelness or verticality, using level or plumb bob
- program computer numerical controlled machines
- maintain repair records
- apply cleaning solvents
- move or fit heavy objects
- repair sheet metal products
- cut, bend, or thread pipe for gas, air, hydraulic, or water lines
- assemble and install pipe sections, fittings, or plumbing fixtures
- bend tubing or conduit
- fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
- use electronic calibration devices
- control HVAC equipment
- perform detailed welding techniques
- solder electrical or electronic connections or components
- use control or regulating devices to adjust or maintain industrial machinery
- use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment
- use hand or power tools
- set up and operate variety of machine tools
- use pipe fitting equipment
- use pneumatic tools
- use precision measuring devices in mechanical repair work
- use pressure gauges
- use high voltage apparatus
- use acetylene welding/cutting torch
- weld together metal parts, components, or structures
- operate pneumatic test equipment
- use tube bending equipment
- use braze-welding equipment
- solder metal parts or components together
- braze metal parts or components together
- use soldering equipment
- use arc welding equipment
- use machine tools in installation, maintenance, or repair
- operate hoist, winch, or hydraulic boom
- operate crane in construction, manufacturing or repair setting
- use basic plumbing techniques
- use pollution control techniques
- use combination welding procedures
- use robotics systems technology
- use knowledge of metric system
- use 2-cycle engine technology
- use knowledge of welding filler rod types
- read blueprints
- read specifications
- read schematics
- read technical drawings
- obtain information from individuals
- read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts
- conduct performance testing
- adjust production equipment/machinery setup
- adjust or set mechanical controls or components
- align or adjust clearances of mechanical components or parts
- diagnose mechanical problems in machinery or equipment
- install water or sewer treatment plant equipment
- maintain specialized manufacturing or commercial equipment or machinery
- overhaul power-generating equipment or machinery
- maintain or repair small engines
- repair or adjust measuring or control devices
- test mechanical products or equipment
- maintain welding machines or equipment
- maintain or repair industrial or related equipment/machinery
- maintain or repair work tools or equipment
- perform hydraulic plumbing
- overhaul industrial or construction machinery or equipment
- conduct tests to locate mechanical system malfunction
- repair or replace malfunctioning or worn mechanical components
- lubricate machinery, equipment, or parts
- position, align, or level machines, equipment, or structures
- assemble, dismantle, or reassemble equipment or machinery
- install equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures
- inspect machinery or equipment to determine adjustments or repairs needed
- observe or listen to machinery or equipment operation to detect malfunctions
- identify properties of metals for repair or fabrication activities
- understand service or repair manuals
- understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
- identify base metals for welding
Tasks
The list below outlines specific tasks that a worker in this occupation is called upon to do regularly.
- 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.
- Operate newly repaired machinery or equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs.
- Record repairs and maintenance performed.
- 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.
Learning Resources
More information on this occupation may be found in the links provided below.
Industrial machinery, installation, repair, and maintenance workers
Visit this link for additional information on this career from the Occupational Outlook Handbook; a publication produced and maintained by the United States Department of Labor.
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