49-9043.00 · Task explorer
Maintenance Workers, Machinery: reported tasks and exploration worksheet
Lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other routine machinery maintenance.
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This source lists 18 tasks, including 17 marked Core and 1 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: 08/2024.
18 tasks shown
Core · Task 11833 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
Core · Task 11828 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
Core · Task 11834 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
Core · Task 11831 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specified procedures.
Core · Task 11832 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
Core · Task 11836 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Set up and operate machines, and adjust controls to regulate operations.
Core · Task 11837 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.
Core · Task 11835 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
Core · Task 11830 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs.
Core · Task 11829 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
Core · Task 11839 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Transport machine parts, tools, equipment, and other material between work areas and storage, using cranes, hoists, or dollies.
Core · Task 11840 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Collect and discard worn machine parts and other refuse to maintain machinery and work areas.
Core · Task 11838 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Inventory and requisition machine parts, equipment, and other supplies so that stock can be maintained and replenished.
Core · Task 11843 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Remove hardened material from machines or machine parts, using abrasives, power and hand tools, jackhammers, sledgehammers, or other equipment.
Core · Task 11845 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Replace, empty, or replenish machine and equipment containers such as gas tanks or boxes.
Core · Task 11841 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment.
Core · Task 11842 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Replace or repair metal, wood, leather, glass, or other lining in machines, or in equipment compartments or containers.
Supplemental · Task 11844 · 08/2024 · Incumbent
Measure, mix, prepare, and test chemical solutions used to clean or repair machinery and equipment.
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