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Summary Description


	Repair, maintain, or install electric motors, wiring, or switches.

Sample Job Titles

1.	AC/DC Motor Repair Person

2.	AC/DC Rewinder

3.	AC/DC Winder

4.	Armature Rewinder

5.	Armature Winder Repairer

6.	Assembler, Generator, Repair

7.	Automotive Generator and Starter Repairer

8.	Battery Charger

9.	Battery Inspector

10.	Battery Mechanic

11.	Battery Repairer

12.	Buffing and Polishing Wheel Repairer

13.	Calibrator

14.	Cell Changer

15.	Cell Installer

16.	Cell Repairer

17.	Chemical Cell Changer

18.	Dynamo Repairer

19.	Dynamo Tender

20.	Dynamometer Mechanic

21.	Electric Engine Mechanic

22.	Electric Golf Cart Repairer

23.	Electric Motor Analyst

24.	Electric Motor Assembler and Tester

25.	Electric Motor Fitter

26.	Electric Motor Mechanic

27.	Electric Motor Rebuilder

28.	Electric Motor Repairman

29.	Electric Motor Rewinder

30.	Electric Motor Tester Assembler

31.	Electric Motor Winder

32.	Electric Switch Repairer

33.	Electric Tool Repairer

34.	Electrical Contacts Adjuster

35.	Electrical Mechanic

36.	Electrical Mechanical Technician

37.	Electrical Parts Reconditioner

38.	Electrical Technician

39.	Electrician

40.	Electro Mechanic

41.	Electronic Technician

42.	Emergency Generator Mechanic

43.	Generator Mechanic

44.	Generator Repairer

45.	Golf Cart Repairer

46.	Hand and Portable Power Tool Repairer

47.	Large Emergency Storage Battery Maintainer

48.	Lathe Mechanic

49.	Machinist

50.	Magneto Repairer

51.	Maintenance Electrician

52.	Maintenance Technician

53.	Mechanic

54.	Mechanical Technician

55.	Mercury Cell Cleaner

56.	Motor Electrician

57.	Motor Mechanic

58.	Motor Rebuilder

59.	Motor Rewinder

60.	Power Tool Repair Technician

61.	Power Transformer Repairer

62.	Propulsion Motor and Generator Repairer

63.	Repair Electric Motor Assembler

64.	Repair Technician

65.	Salvage Repairer

66.	Saw Repairer

67.	Service Technician

68.	Sewing Machine Adjuster

69.	Starter Mechanic

70.	Switchgear Repairer

71.	Tool Maintenance Worker

72.	Tool Repair Technician

73.	Tool Repairer

74.	Tool Technician

75.	Transformer Mechanic

76.	Transformer Repairer

77.	Vacuum Cleaner Repair Person

78.	Wind Generating Electric Power Installer

Job Tasks

	Measure velocity, horsepower, revolutions per minute (rpm), amperage, circuitry, and voltage of units or parts to diagnose problems, using ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, and other testing devices. Measure equipment outputs.

	Record repairs required, parts used, and labor time. Maintain repair or maintenance records.

	Reassemble repaired electric motors to specified requirements and ratings, using hand tools and electrical meters. Reassemble equipment after repair.

	Maintain stocks of parts. Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.

	Rewind coils on cores in slots, or make replacement coils, using coil-winding machines. Fabricate parts or components.

	Repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in electric motors, generators, and related equipment, using hand tools and power tools. Repair defective engines or engine components. Rebuild parts or components.

	Rewire electrical systems, and repair or replace electrical accessories. Rewire electrical or electronic systems. Repair electrical components.

	Inspect electrical connections, wiring, relays, charging resistance boxes, and storage batteries, following wiring diagrams. Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects.

	Read service guides to find information needed to perform repairs. Read technical information needed to perform maintenance or repairs.

	Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs. Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed. Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.

	Solder, wrap, and coat wires to ensure proper insulation. Solder parts or connections between parts.

	Assemble electrical parts such as alternators, generators, starting devices, and switches, following schematic drawings and using hand, machine, and power tools. Assemble electrical components, subsystems, or systems.

	Lubricate moving parts. Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning.

	Cut and form insulation, and insert insulation into armature, rotor, or stator slots. Install insulation in equipment or structures. Cut materials according to specifications or needs.

	Remove and replace defective parts such as coil leads, carbon brushes, and wires, using soldering equipment. Remove parts or components from equipment. Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

	Disassemble defective equipment so that repairs can be made, using hand tools. Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.

	Lift units or parts such as motors or generators, using cranes or chain hoists, or signal crane operators to lift heavy parts or subassemblies. Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment. Communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs.

	Weld, braze, or solder electrical connections. Braze metal parts or components.

	Reface, ream, and polish commutators and machine parts to specified tolerances, using machine tools. Smooth surfaces of objects or equipment.

	Set machinery for proper performance, using computers. Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.

	Adjust working parts, such as fan belts, contacts, and springs, using hand tools and gauges. Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.

	Drain and filter transformer oil and refill transformers with oil until coils are submerged.

	Clean cells, cell assemblies, glassware, leads, electrical connections, and battery poles, using scrapers, steam, water, emery cloths, power grinders, or acid. Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.

	Position and level battery cells, anodes, or cathodes, using hoists or leveling jacks, or signal other workers to perform positioning and leveling. Level machines or equipment. Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment. Communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs.

	Verify and adjust alignments and dimensions of parts, using gauges and tracing lathes. Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.

	Test equipment for overheating, using speed gauges and thermometers. Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.

	Bolt porcelain insulators to wood parts to assemble hot stools. Bolt objects into place.

	Scrape and clean units or parts, using cleaning solvents and equipment such as buffing wheels. Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.

	Pour compounds into transformer-case terminal openings to seal out moisture. Seal gaps or cracks to prevent leakage or moisture intrusion.

	Test conditions, fluid levels, and specific gravities of electrolyte cells, using voltmeters, hydrometers, and thermometers. Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.

	Clean, rinse, and dry transformer cases, using boiling water, scrapers, solvents, hoses, and cloths. Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.

	Inspect batteries for structural defects such as dented cans, damaged carbon rods and terminals, and defective seals. Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects.

	Steam-clean polishing and buffing wheels to remove abrasives and bonding materials, and spray, brush, or recoat surfaces as necessary. Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.

	Test battery charges, and replace or recharge batteries as necessary. Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning. Repair electronic equipment.

	Repair and operate battery-charging equipment. Repair electronic equipment.

	Add water or acid to battery cell solutions to obtain specified concentrations. Prepare compounds or solutions to be used for repairs.

	Sharpen tools such as saws, picks, shovels, screwdrivers, and scoops, either manually or by using bench grinders and emery wheels.

	Seal joints with putty, mortar, and asbestos, using putty extruders and knives. Seal gaps or cracks to prevent leakage or moisture intrusion.

	Hammer out dents and twists in tools and equipment. Remove dents from equipment, materials, tools or structures.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.

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