Career Starter - Madera County
Industrial Machinery Mechanics
Repair, install, adjust, or maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems.
Annual Median Wage:
$61,568.00 ($29.60 per hour)
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Skills
Operation and Control Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Troubleshooting Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it
Operation Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
Repairing Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Equipment Maintenance Equipment Maintenance — determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed
Knowledge
Mathematics Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
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.
Mechanical Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Work Tasks
Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
Maintain work equipment or machinery.
Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts
Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts
Observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems
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Trades
 
Industrial Machinery Mechanic
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