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Summary Description


	Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, dairy equipment, and irrigation systems.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Agricultural Equipment Mechanic

2.	Agricultural Mechanic

3.	Agricultural Technician

4.	Assembly Repairer

5.	Combine Mechanic

6.	Dairy Equipment Installer

7.	Dairy Equipment Mechanic

8.	Dairy Equipment Repairer

9.	Diesel Mechanic

10.	Diesel Technician

11.	Electric Milkers Installer

12.	Equipment Technician

13.	Farm Equipment Assembler

14.	Farm Equipment Mechanic

15.	Farm Equipment Mechanic Apprentice

16.	Farm Equipment Technician

17.	Farm Implement Mechanic

18.	Farm Machinery Assembler

19.	Farm Machinery Erector

20.	Farm Machinery Mechanic

21.	Farm Tractor Mechanic

22.	Field Technician

23.	Fitter

24.	Greaser

25.	Harvester Mechanic

26.	Heavy Equipment Mechanic

27.	Implement Mechanic

28.	Irrigation Equipment Installer

29.	Irrigation Equipment Mechanic

30.	Irrigation Pump Installer

31.	Layout Worker

32.	Machine or Machinery Mechanic

33.	Mechanic

34.	Milking Machine Mechanic

35.	Milking System Installer

36.	Pea Viner Mechanic

37.	Rice Dryer Mechanic

38.	Service Mechanic

39.	Service Technician

40.	Set Up Worker

41.	Shop Mechanic

42.	Small Engine Technician

43.	Sprinkler Irrigation Equipment Mechanic

44.	Tractor Mechanic

45.	Tractor Technician

Job Tasks

	Record details of repairs made and parts used. Maintain repair or maintenance records.

	Reassemble machines and equipment following repair, testing operation and making adjustments as necessary. Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning. Reassemble equipment after repair. Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.

	Maintain, repair, and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, and irrigation systems. Repair defective engines or engine components. Service vehicles to maintain functionality.

	Examine and listen to equipment, read inspection reports, and confer with customers to locate and diagnose malfunctions. Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed. Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear. Confer with customers or users to assess problems.

	Dismantle defective machines for repair, using hand tools. Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.

	Test and replace electrical components and wiring, using test meters, soldering equipment, and hand tools. Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning. Install machine or equipment replacement parts.

	Repair or replace defective parts, using hand tools, milling and woodworking machines, lathes, welding equipment, grinders, or saws. Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

	Clean and lubricate parts. Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order. Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning.

	Tune or overhaul engines. Adjust vehicle components according to specifications.

	Drive trucks to haul tools and equipment for on-site repair of large machinery. Move large objects using heavy equipment.

	Calculate bills according to record of repairs made, labor time, and parts used.

	Fabricate new metal parts, using drill presses, engine lathes, and other machine tools. Fabricate parts or components.

	Install and repair agricultural irrigation, plumbing, and sprinkler systems. Install piping for installation or maintenance activities. Repair pipes to stop leaking.

	Repair bent or torn sheet metal. Repair structural components.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Nature of the Work


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Heavy Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Service Technicians
	Heavy vehicle and mobile equipment service technicians inspect, maintain, and repair vehicles and machinery used in construction, farming, rail transportation, and other industries.

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Working Conditions


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Heavy Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Service Technicians
	Service technicians usually work indoors in noisy repair shops. They often lift heavy parts and tools, handle greasy and dirty equipment, and stand or lie in uncomfortable positions. Most service technicians work full time, and many work evenings and weekends.

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