How do they match: Maintenance Workers, Machinery

  • Clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment.
  • Measure, mix, prepare, and test chemical solutions used to clean or repair machinery and equipment.
  • Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.

  • Confer with coworkers to resolve equipment problems.
  • Observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems.
  • Prepare compounds or solutions to be used for repairs.
  • Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed.
  • Test fluids to identify contamination or other problems.