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Robotics Technicians: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

Build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.

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This source lists 22 tasks, including 15 marked Core and 7 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2018.

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Core · Task 21059 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Make repairs to robots or peripheral equipment, such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, or servomotors.

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Core · Task 16589 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics.

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Core · Task 16593 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, or conveyors.

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Core · Task 16579 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Maintain service records of robotic equipment or automated production systems.

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Core · Task 16584 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Modify computer-controlled robot movements.

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Core · Task 16592 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Perform preventive or corrective maintenance on robotic systems or components.

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Core · Task 16588 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Align, fit, or assemble components, using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.

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Core · Task 16586 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Attach wires between controllers.

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Core · Task 19684 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Evaluate the efficiency and reliability of industrial robotic systems, reprogramming or calibrating to achieve maximum quantity and quality.

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Core · Task 16591 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Test performance of robotic assemblies, using instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, or bridges.

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Core · Task 16576 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Train customers or other personnel to install, use, or maintain robots.

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Core · Task 16596 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Build or assemble robotic devices or systems.

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Core · Task 16581 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Document robotics test procedures and results.

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Core · Task 16587 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Assist engineers in the design, configuration, or application of robotic systems.

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Core · Task 16594 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Install new robotic systems in stationary positions or on tracks.

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Supplemental · Task 16577 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Program complex robotic systems, such as vision systems.

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Supplemental · Task 16585 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Develop robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.

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Supplemental · Task 16580 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Fabricate housings, jigs, fittings, or fixtures, using metalworking machines.

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Supplemental · Task 16590 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Train robots, using artificial intelligence software or interactive training techniques, to perform simple or complex tasks, such as designing and carrying out a series of iterative tests of chemical samples.

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Supplemental · Task 16583 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Inspect installation sites.

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Supplemental · Task 21060 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Maintain inventories of robotic production supplies, such as sensors or cables.

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Supplemental · Task 16582 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Develop three-dimensional simulations of automation systems.

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