Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Trade Skills

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Occupational Skills

Maintains tools and equipment.

Maintains hand tools.

knowledge of types of hand tools such as files, hacksaws, chisels and hammers
knowledge of hand tool operating procedures
knowledge of limitations of use of hand tools
ability to organize hand tools
ability to store hand tools
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective hand tools
ability to clean and lubricate hand tools

Maintains portable power tools.

knowledge of power tools and accessories such as die grinders, impact wrenches, portable drills and power threaders
knowledge of power tool operating procedures
knowledge of limitations of use of power tools
ability to organize power tools
ability to store power tools
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective power tools
ability to clean and lubricate power tools

Maintains shop machines.

knowledge of shop machines such as drill presses, stationary grinders, chop saws and band saws
knowledge of shop machine operating procedures
knowledge of limitations of use of shop machines
ability to recognize unsafe, worn, damaged or defective shop machines
ability to clean and lubricate shop machines

Maintains precision measuring tools.

knowledge of precision measuring tools and accessories such as micrometers, vernier calipers, taper gauges and dial indicators
knowledge of precision measuring tool operating procedures
knowledge of limitations of use of precision measuring tools
ability to verify and set calibration of precision measuring tools
ability to organize precision measuring tools
ability to store precision measuring tools
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective precision measuring tools
ability to clean and lubricate precision measuring tools

Maintains layout tools.

knowledge of layout tools such as straightedges, height gauges, solid square, combination square, combination set and tape measures
knowledge of layout tool operating procedures
knowledge of limitations of layout tools
ability to organize layout tools
ability to store layout tools
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective layout tools
ability to clean layout tools

Maintains access equipment.

knowledge of access equipment such as ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts and scissor lifts
knowledge of access equipment operating procedures
knowledge of limitations of access equipment
ability to store access equipment
ability to recognize unsafe, worn, damaged or defective access equipment
ability to clean and lubricate access equipment

Maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment.

knowledge of types of PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, face shields, hearing protection, respiratory equipment and hard hats
knowledge of safety equipment such as fall arrest devices, first aid kit and eye wash station
knowledge of workplace safety and health regulations
knowledge of PPE and safety equipment operations
knowledge of limitations of use of PPE and safety equipment
ability to organize PPE and safety equipment
ability to store PPE and safety equipment
ability to recognize worn, damaged or defective PPE and safety equipment
ability to clean PPE and safety equipment

Organizes work.

Uses documentation.

knowledge of types of documentation such as work orders, purchase orders, parts lists and procedure documentation
knowledge of standards codes such as the Canadian Standards Association (CSA), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) codes
knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) documentation such as Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and labels
knowledge of WHMIS symbols such as flammable, poisonous and corrosive
ability to locate and interpret manufacturers’ specifications
ability to interpret standards and codes
ability to access and interpret information such as MSDS sheets and work orders
ability to complete work-related documents such as work orders, check lists and permits

Uses drawings and schematics.

knowledge of symbols and conventions used in drawings and schematics
knowledge of metric and imperial systems
ability to determine and recognize parts from engineering drawings
ability to read, understand and cross-reference engineering drawings, schematics and sketches, specifications and technical manuals
ability to perform trade-related calculations
ability to produce field drawings and freehand schematic drawings

Identifies job requirements.

knowledge of established job requirements such as personnel and schedule of operations
ability to determine task and personnel requirements
ability to schedule work with other tradespersons and personnel
ability to estimate time to complete tasks
ability to determine the types of tools needed
ability to identify required materials and equipment

Communicates with others.

knowledge of trade terminology
knowledge of verbal and written communication skills
ability to communicate with supervisors and planners
ability to consult with clients, colleagues and tradespersons
ability to mentor apprentices

Maintains safe work environment.

knowledge of WHMIS
knowledge of locations of WHMIS manuals and MSDS
knowledge of workers’ rights and responsibilities
knowledge of company safety policies and procedures
knowledge of federal, provincial/territorial and municipal health and safety acts and regulations
knowledge of training requirements such as fall protection and confined space entry
knowledge of fire safety and hot work permit procedures
knowledge of housekeeping practices
knowledge of emergency procedures and location of on-site first aid stations and equipment
knowledge of disposal and recycling procedures
ability to recognize personal injury hazards
ability to recognize and report potential hazards
ability to handle and store hazardous materials
ability to install temporary safety protection
ability to identify and implement positive ventilation in workspace

Performs routine trade tasks.

Performs lockout procedures.

knowledge of safe practices for isolating equipment and achieving a zero energy state
knowledge of safe practices and policies for locking and tagging out equipment
ability to recognize and de-energize stored energy potential in components such as accumulators, suspended loads, and pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders
ability to follow recognized procedures for shutdown, tagging out and locking

Fabricates workpiece.

knowledge of fabricating techniques
ability to identify fabrication requirements such as size, strength and materials required
ability to identify fit and assembly requirements
ability to use shop tools such as milling machines, surface grinders and lathes
ability to cut, drill, grind and weld workpiece as required

Operates shop machines.

knowledge of types of shop machines such as milling machines, drill presses, stationary grinders and lathes
knowledge of shop machine components
knowledge of speeds and feeds
knowledge of machine tool operations
knowledge of hazards associated with shop machines
ability to set up shop machines
ability to apply coolants and cutting fluids
ability to identify fit and assembly requirements
ability to cut, drill, machine and grind workpiece as required

Uses access equipment.

knowledge of types of access equipment such as ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts and scissor lifts
knowledge of safety policies and procedures
knowledge of limitations of access equipment
ability to select access equipment
ability to select safety equipment
ability to recognize unstable conditions such as soft ground and ramps

Lubricates systems and components.

knowledge of lubricating systems and components
knowledge of lubricant qualities such as viscosity and drop points
ability to determine lubricants/fluid requirements from specifications and technical manuals
ability to identify points requiring lubricants
ability to select proper lubricants and fluids
ability to maintain lubricant and fluid levels
ability to clean systems and components
ability to remove and replace lubricants and fluids

Aligns components and systems.

knowledge of optical and mechanical alignment practices
ability to use alignment tools such as straightedges, feeler gauges, transit, dial indicator and laser alignment equipment
ability to use levelling tools such as optical, laser and spirit levels
ability to align machinery and components according to manufacturers’ specifications
ability to shim machinery and components
ability to record alignment data

Uses fastening and retaining devices.

knowledge of the types of fastening devices such as nuts, bolts, rivets, screws and adhesives
knowledge of types of retaining devices such as keys, retaining rings, springs and pins
knowledge of fastening device characteristics and specifications
knowledge of torque values, tensile strength and metal capability
ability to achieve predetermined torque and/or stretching of fasteners by heat or cold
ability to identify threads with thread gauges
ability to select fastening and retaining devices
ability to identify and use tools to install or remove fastening and retaining devices
ability to select fluids and compounds associated with threaded fasteners
ability to clean, chase, plug, drill and tap threads
ability to restore threads using a thread restoration kit

Tests metal and other materials using standardized procedures.

knowledge of the compatibility of metals and of other materials
knowledge of properties and characteristics of common types of metals and materials used in the trade
ability to select ferrous and non-ferrous metals and materials
ability to identify common types of metals by filing, chiselling and examining the chips (chisel test)
ability to identify common types of metal by grinding and examining the colour, shape and length of the sparks (spark test)

Performs heat treatment of metal.

knowledge of heat treatment procedures such as annealing, hardening, tempering and normalizing metals
knowledge of basic metallurgy
knowledge of safe practices for handling hot metals
ability to read and interpret heat treatment colour charts
ability to prepare component for heat treatment
ability to heat and cool workpiece for specified duration according to specifications
ability to clean workpiece

Performs measuring and layout.

Measures material and components using precision tools.

knowledge of types of precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers and dial indicators
knowledge of purposes and applications of common precision measuring tools
ability to identify and use precision measuring tools for specific tasks
ability to take measurements using precision measuring tools

Places components using layout tools.

knowledge of types of layout tools such as optical levels, transits, straightedges, solid square, combination square, combination set, piano wire, batter board and plumb bobs
knowledge of purposes and applications of layout tools
ability to measure and record using layout tools
ability to lay out equipment according to specifications

Uses cutting and welding equipment.

Cuts material using gas cutting equipment.

knowledge of oxy-acetylene gas cutting equipment
knowledge of basic cutting techniques using gas cutting equipment
knowledge of safe storage and handling of compressed gases
knowledge of welding safety procedures such as ventilation requirements and fire prevention
ability to identify material to be cut
ability to perform cutting procedures
ability to identify unsafe gas cutting equipment

Cuts material using plasma arc cutting equipment.

knowledge of plasma arc cutting equipment
knowledge of basic cutting using plasma arc cutting equipment
knowledge of safe storage and handling of compressed gases
knowledge of welding safety procedures such as ventilation requirements and fire prevention
knowledge of grounding requirements
ability to identify material to be cut
ability to perform plasma arc cutting procedures
ability to identify unsafe plasma arc cutting equipment

Welds/brazes/solders material using gas welding equipment.

knowledge of oxy-acetylene gas welding equipment
knowledge of basic welding, brazing and soldering using gas welding equipment
knowledge of safe storage and handling of compressed gases
knowledge of welding safety procedures such as ventilation requirements and fire prevention
ability to identify material to be welded, brazed or soldered
ability to determine compatibility of materials to be welded, brazed or soldered
ability to match rods and flux to materials to be welded, brazed or soldered
ability to perform welding, brazing and soldering procedures
ability to identify unsafe gas welding equipment

Welds material using arc welding equipment.

knowledge of shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) procedures
knowledge of welding safety procedures such as ventilation requirements, fire prevention and electrical safety
knowledge of proper care and handling of arc welding equipment and electrodes
knowledge of alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) welding
knowledge of grounding requirements
ability to select electrodes
ability to adjust amperage and polarity to achieve proper fusion and penetration
ability to identify material to be welded
ability to identify unsafe arc welding equipment

Welds material using metal inert gas (MIG) welding equipment.

knowledge of MIG procedures
knowledge of welding safety procedures such as ventilation requirements, fire prevention and electrical safety
knowledge of grounding requirements
ability to adjust shielding gas, wire feed and speed, and amperage
ability to maintain proper gun angle
ability to identify material to be welded
ability to achieve proper fusion and penetration in all positions
ability to identify unsafe MIG welding equipment

Welds material using tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding equipment.

knowledge of TIG procedures
knowledge of common types of TIG welding equipment such as tungsten tips, filler rods and gases
knowledge of welding safety procedures such as ventilation requirements, fire prevention and electrical safety
knowledge of grounding requirements
ability to adjust shielding gas, tip, polarity and amperage
ability to maintain proper torch angle
ability to identify material to be welded
ability to achieve proper fusion and penetration in all positions
ability to identify unsafe TIG welding equipment

Prepares for installation and maintenance of components and systems.

Prepares for installation of components and systems.

knowledge of machinery specifications such as weight, dimensions, tolerances and capacities
knowledge of accessibility requirements of equipment
knowledge of types of bases such as cast, sole plates, fabricated and skid mounted
knowledge of base components such as anchor bolts, jacking bolts and shims
knowledge of foundation construction considerations such as concrete cure times, placement of anchor bolts and load capabilities
ability to select and organize required parts, tools and equipment
ability to read blueprint information such as reference lines, datum points, elevations and benchmarks
ability to lay out location lines
ability to position and install anchor bolts
ability to level base
ability to grout base

Prepares for maintenance of components and systems.

knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications of machinery to be maintained
ability to communicate and co-ordinate maintenance activities and schedules with other personnel
ability to shutdown, lock out and disconnect components
ability to clean work area
ability to obtain required permits
ability to interpret, organize and log maintenance history data of components and systems
ability to select and organize required parts, tools and equipment

Rigging, Hoisting And Lifting

Plans lift.

Determines load.

knowledge of safety regulations and safe rigging, hoisting and lifting practices
knowledge of weight, size/dimensions of working load and centre of gravity principles
knowledge of requirements for engineered lifts
ability to calculate and determine load weight

Selects rigging equipment.

knowledge of rigging equipment such as chains, wire ropes, nylon slings, eyebolts, hooks and shackles
knowledge of limitations of rigging equipment
knowledge of safety regulations such as safety factors and safe working loads
knowledge of fibre ropes, knots and hitches
ability to select components such as shackles, spreader bars and softeners
ability to apply jurisdictional codes when using equipment
ability to assess and inspect rigging equipment condition

Selects lifting equipment.

knowledge of lifting equipment such as overhead crane, mobile crane, forklift truck, hydraulic hoist, gantries, jacks, chainfalls and come-alongs
knowledge of limitations of lifting equipment
knowledge of safety regulations such as safety factors and safe working loads
ability to assess and inspect lifting equipment condition

Hoists load.

Secures lift area.

knowledge of safety practices
ability to assess site and environmental conditions
ability to determine and secure lift radius using barricades and tape

Sets up rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment.

ability to install all rigging, hoisting and lifting components in preparation for use
ability to prepare lift equipment and sites
ability to read and interpret load charts
ability to perform a safety audit of all rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment
ability to adjust to environmental conditions such as wind, shifting ground, rain and snow

Performs lift.

knowledge of safe lifting procedures
knowledge of applicable regulations regarding safe lifting practices
ability to direct crane operator using hand signals and radio signals
ability to assess and make adjustments to stabilize load as required

Inspects and maintains rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment.

Conducts post-lift equipment inspection.

knowledge of regulations and procedures governing the use of rigging and lifting equipment
ability to assess and detect faulty or damaged equipment
ability to tag and report faulty or damaged equipment
ability to identify non-repairable equipment and render inoperable

Maintains rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment.

knowledge of regulations and procedures governing the use of rigging and lifting equipment
knowledge of equipment and their restrictions
ability to perform scheduled maintenance on equipment such as lubricating and cleaning
ability to perform safety audit of rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment
ability to identify and replace damaged hardware such as eyebolts, slings, shackles and hooks

Stores equipment.

knowledge of recommended environmental conditions for storing rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment
knowledge of storing methods for equipment such as wire ropes, chains, slings, chain blocks and grip hoist
ability to identify and replace damaged equipment prior to storage

Mechanical Components And Systems

Services prime movers.

Installs prime movers.

knowledge of types of prime movers such as electric motors, gas and steam turbines, diesel and gas engines, and positive displacement pumps
knowledge of components such as couplings, sheaves, cams, followers and gear boxes
knowledge of manufacturers’ or job site specifications
knowledge of auxiliary systems such as lubrication and cooling
knowledge of sequence of installation
ability to use installation tools such as torque wrenches, dial indicators, precision levels and optical or laser alignment equipment
ability to secure, level and align prime mover with driven equipment to required specifications
ability to connect prime mover to driven equipment with components such as couplings, sheaves, sprockets and gear boxes
ability to install auxiliary systems
ability to install safety guards

Diagnoses prime movers.

knowledge of operating principles
knowledge of components such as couplings, sheaves, cams, followers and gear boxes
knowledge of common faults such as loss of rpm and the failure of bearings, seals and lubrication systems
knowledge of diagnostic procedures for various prime movers
ability to use test/evaluation procedures and specialized equipment
ability to perform sensory inspection of prime movers
ability to troubleshoot and identify faults with prime movers and auxiliary systems

Repairs prime movers.

knowledge of hazards such as flammable liquids, steam and electrical shock
knowledge of components such as bearings, shafts, cams, followers, cranks, valves and vanes
knowledge of installation procedures of components
ability to dismantle and reassemble prime movers to specifications using match (witness) marks
ability to rebuild and replace components to manufacturers’ specifications
ability to use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, torque wrenches and vernier calipers

Maintains prime movers.

knowledge of machinery specifications such as fluid levels, temperatures and pressures
knowledge of components such as bearings, shafts, cams, followers, cranks, valves and vanes
ability to check and adjust components such as packings, governor controls and overspeed trips
ability to check and adjust coolant levels and supply

Services shafts, bearings and seals.

Installs shafts, bearings and seals.

knowledge of types of shafts such as drive, counter, jack and hollow
knowledge of types of friction (sleeve-type) and anti-friction (rolling element-type) bearings
knowledge of anti-friction (rolling element type) bearing installation and removal components and tools such as taper locks, cam locks and pullers
knowledge of bearing materials such as new alloys and advanced plastics
knowledge of types of bearing housings such as pillow blocks, split and flange
knowledge of types of bearing fits such as press, slide and interference
knowledge of types of seals such as static, dynamic, mechanical and non-contact
ability to select shafts, bearings and seals according to specifications such as medium, loads, temperatures, pressures and rpm
ability to install friction (sleeve-type) bearings using equipment such as arbor presses and scrapers
ability to install anti-friction (rolling element-type) bearings using equipment such as induction heaters, oil baths, arbor presses and bearing ovens
ability to check clearances of bearings and seals
ability to install fixed and floating bearing arrangements
ability to align shafts and bearings to manufacturers’ specifications
ability to apply shaft lubricants and adhesives
ability to set pre-load to manufacturers’ specifications
ability to install safety guards

Diagnoses shafts, bearings and seals.

knowledge of bearing faults such as loss of clearance, overheating and lack of lubrication
knowledge of shaft faults such as bent and worn shafts
knowledge of seal materials compatible with certain liquids
knowledge of seal faults such as leaking, deterioration and improper installation
knowledge of initial, installed and running bearing clearances
ability to use test/evaluation procedures and specialized equipment
ability to perform sensory inspections of shafts, bearings and seals
ability to monitor temperature of bearings
ability to measure clearances in friction (sleeve-type) and anti-friction (rolling element-type) bearings

Repairs shafts, bearings and seals.

knowledge of bearing fits and clearances
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
knowledge of lubrication requirements
knowledge of shaft restoration applications such as shaft straightening and spray welding
ability to access shafts, bearings and seals by removing components such as housings, snap rings, collars and covers
ability to remove and replace shafts, bearings and seals
ability to check alignment of shafts and bearings
ability to size and replace o-rings
ability to pour and scrape new Babbitt bearings
ability to remove burrs and nicks
ability to machine keyway and key seats

Maintains shafts, bearings and seals.

knowledge of temperature monitoring equipment such as temperature probes and thermographic equipment
ability to monitor automatic bearing and seal lubrication systems
ability to monitor temperature, vibration and pressure
ability to adjust packings
ability to adjust flow and pressure controls for cooling and lubrication of sealing systems

Services couplings, clutches and brakes.

Installs couplings, clutches and brakes.

knowledge of types of couplings such as rigid, flexible, fluid and electromagnetic
knowledge of types of clutches such as overrunning, friction, positive contact and fluid
knowledge of types of brakes such as friction, fluid and electromagnetic
knowledge of types of fasteners/retainers such as keys, taper locks and set screws
knowledge of required clearances for couplings, clutches and brakes
ability to use fastening and installation tools such as arbor presses and hydraulic presses
ability to select couplings, clutches and brakes taking into consideration requirements such as rpm, horsepower, torque and working conditions
ability to establish coupling to shaft fits using inside and outside micrometers
ability to install couplings, clutches and brakes to specified clearances
ability to align couplings, clutches and brakes
ability to install safety guards

Diagnoses couplings, clutches and brakes.

knowledge of coupling faults such as excessive vibration and worn components
knowledge of clutch and brake faults such as wear, overheating, excessive vibration and slippage
knowledge of running clearances and tolerances
ability to use test/evaluation procedures and specialized equipment
ability to perform sensory inspections to couplings, clutches and brakes
ability to monitor temperature of couplings, clutches and brakes

Repairs couplings, clutches and brakes.

knowledge of components of couplings, clutches and brakes
knowledge of setup and operation of couplings, clutches and brakes
knowledge of indications of component failure such as clutch and brake slippage, excessive heat and vibration
ability to replace coupling components such as springs, grids and elastomeric elements
ability to replace clutch and brake components such as friction pads, diaphragms and springs
ability to use fastening and installation tools such as arbor presses, hydraulic presses and pullers
ability to adjust clutches and brakes

Maintains couplings, clutches and brakes.

knowledge of types of couplings such as rigid, flexible and fluid
knowledge of types of clutches such as overrunning, friction, positive contact and fluid
knowledge of types of brakes such as friction, fluid and electromagnetic
knowledge of components of couplings, clutches and brakes
ability to monitor temperature, vibration and pressure
ability to measure and adjust clutch and brake clearances
ability to monitor and adjust level of fluid or shot

Services chain and belt drive systems.

Installs chain and belt drive systems.

knowledge of types of chains such as roller, silent, pintle and detachable
knowledge of types of belts such as v-belts, timing belts and flat belts
knowledge of belt and chain sizing
knowledge of chain components such as sprockets, idlers and links
knowledge of belt components such as sheaves, idlers and pulleys
knowledge of load capacities
knowledge of idler positioning to accommodate arc of contact
ability to select chains and belts to match sprockets and sheaves
ability to calculate belt and chain lengths
ability to calculate speed and torque ratios
ability to use installation tools such as chain breaker, chain puller and hand tools
ability to align sprockets and sheaves
ability to adjust chain and belt tension
ability to install safety guards

Diagnoses chain and belt drive systems.

knowledge of chain and belt faults such as belt slippage and excessive wear
knowledge of indications of faults such as noise, vibration and excessive heat
ability to remove guarding
ability to use test/evaluation procedures and specialized equipment
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to measure belt and chain tension
ability to measure belt and chain wear
ability to measure sheave and sprocket wear

Repairs chain and belt drive systems.

knowledge of chain and belt drive system components
knowledge of belt and chain sizing
ability to replace chains and chain components such as links, sprockets and idlers
ability to replace belts and belt components such as sheaves and pulleys
ability to realign sprockets and sheaves
ability to use fastening and installation tools such as arbor presses, chain breakers, hydraulic presses and pullers
ability to modify safety guards as required

Maintains chain and belt drive systems.

knowledge of manufacturers' specifications such as tension, rpm, capacity limitations and operating conditions
ability to adjust chain and belt tension
ability to clean and inspect chains and belts
ability to check alignment of sprockets and sheaves

Services gear systems.

Installs gear systems.

knowledge of types of gear systems such as planetary, reduction and worm drives
knowledge of types of gears such as spur, herringbone and hypoid
knowledge of gear terminology such as pitch diameter, dedendum, addendum and working depth
knowledge of gear system components such as shafts, bearings and casings
knowledge of simple and compound gear trains
knowledge of installation methods such as pressed, keyed and pinned
ability to perform gear calculations
ability to select gears for application
ability to follow installation sequence
ability to use installation tools such as arbor presses, hydraulic presses and hand tools
ability to check clearances, tooth contact and backlash
ability to level, align and secure gear box
ability to install safety guards

Diagnoses gear systems.

knowledge of gear faults such as overheating, vibration and excessive noise
knowledge of lubrication methods such as splash, forced and oil rings
ability to monitor gear box temperature
ability to use test/evaluation procedures and specialized equipment
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to check lubrication level and condition

Repairs gear systems.

knowledge of gear system components and their installation requirements such as fits, clearances and tolerances
ability to use installation tools such as arbor presses, hydraulic presses, pullers and pitch gauges
ability to gain access to gear systems
ability to identify components in need of replacement
ability to replace components such as gears, shafts, keys, bearings and seals

Maintains gear systems.

knowledge of temperature monitoring equipment such as temperature probe and thermographic equipment
ability to monitor temperature and vibration
ability to monitor lubrication systems
ability to inspect and clean gear systems
ability to adjust clearances and backlash

Material Handling / Process Systems

Services fans and blowers.

Installs fans and blowers.

knowledge of types of fan systems such as induction, balanced and forced draft
knowledge of types of fans such as centrifugal and axial flow fans
knowledge of types of blowers such as radial and axial
knowledge of fan and blower specifications such as cubic feet per minute (CFM), horsepower, speeds, clearances and volumes
knowledge of material to be moved
knowledge of couplings, belts and sheaves
ability to secure, level and align fans and blowers
ability to use installation tools such as pullers, balancing equipment, dial indicators, precision levels and optical or laser alignment equipment
ability to connect fans and blowers to driver through couplings, sheaves and belts
ability to install safety guards

Diagnoses fans and blowers.

knowledge of fan and blower faults such as unbalance, improper lubrication and bearing failure
knowledge of fan and blower specifications such as CFM, horsepower, speeds, volumes and clearances
ability to perform sensory inspection of components such as sheaves, louvers, bearings, belts and fan blades
ability to use test/evaluation procedures and specialized equipment
ability to recognize conditions that lead to failure or breakdown of fans and blowers

Repairs fans and blowers.

knowledge of types of fans such as centrifugal and axial flow fans
knowledge of types of blowers such as radial and axial
knowledge of fan and blower specifications such as CFM, horsepower, speeds, volumes and clearances
ability to correct unbalances
ability to replace defective fan and blower components
ability to use repair tools and equipment

Maintains fans and blowers.

knowledge of types of fans such as centrifugal and axial flow fans
knowledge of types of blowers such as radial and axial
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
ability to clean fan blades
ability to maintain drive components

Services compressors.

Installs compressors.

knowledge of types of compressors such as radial, reciprocating and screw
knowledge of compressor applications such as supply air, gas supply and process control
knowledge of compressor specifications such as CFM, horsepower, pressure and volumes
knowledge of components such as air dryers, regulators, lubricators and pressure relief valves
knowledge of drive components such as couplings and belts
ability to secure, level and align compressors
ability to use installation tools such as levelling and alignment equipment
ability to recognize and adhere to government standards regarding pressure vessels and piping
ability to install safety guards

Diagnoses compressors.

knowledge of compressor faults such as lack of pressure, and excessive loading and unloading
knowledge of compressor specifications such as CFM, horsepower, pressure and volumes
knowledge of cooling and lubrication systems
ability to perform sensory inspection of components such as pressure relief valves, check valves and temperature gauges
ability to use test/evaluation procedures and specialized equipment
ability to recognize conditions that lead to failure or breakdown of compressors

Repairs compressors.

knowledge of types of compressors such as radial, reciprocating and screw
knowledge of compressor specifications such as CFM, horsepower, pressure and volumes
ability to replace defective compressor components such as heads, pistons, relief valves, filters, check valves, auto drains and temperature gauges
ability to use repair tools and equipment
ability to align prime mover to compressor

Maintains compressors.

knowledge of types of compressors such as radial, reciprocating and screw
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
ability to clean and/or replace oil filters and air filters
ability to maintain cooling systems
ability to adjust loading and unloading set points
ability to drain moisture from compressor, coolers and receivers
ability to verify operation of relief valves, check valves and auto drain valves

Services pumps.

Installs pumps.

knowledge of types of pumps such as centrifugal, reciprocating and gear
knowledge of pump terminology such as static head and suction lift
knowledge of pump specifications such as pump curves, volumes, pressures and flow
knowledge of media being pumped
knowledge of components such as bearings, mechanical seals, impellers and packings
knowledge of drive components such as couplings, sheaves and belts
knowledge of piping and tubing sizing and schematics
ability to select pump for specific applications
ability to set pump clearances
ability to install and adjust packings and seals
ability to secure, level and align pumps
ability to use installation tools such as torque wrenches, and levelling and alignment equipment
ability to install safety guards

Diagnoses pumps.

knowledge of faults such as low flows, cavitation and insufficient pressures
knowledge of specifications such as pump clearances, pump head limits and pump curves
knowledge of cooling and lubrication systems
ability to perform sensory inspection of components such as seals, bearings and filters
ability to use recognized test/evaluation procedures and specialized equipment
ability to recognize conditions that lead to failure or breakdown of pumps

Repairs pumps.

knowledge of types of pumps such as centrifugal, reciprocating and gear
knowledge of specifications such as pump clearances, impeller trim size, pump head limits and pump curves
ability to replace defective pump components such as bearings, seals, shafts, wear rings, impellers and face plates
ability to balance components such as shafts, couplings and impellers
ability to use repair tools and equipment
ability to install and align prime mover to pump

Maintains pumps.

knowledge of types of pumps such as centrifugal, reciprocating and gear
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
ability to monitor vacuum, pressure and flow rates
ability to adjust packings and seals
ability to maintain clearances

Services conveying systems.

Installs conveying systems.

knowledge of types of mechanical conveying systems such as belt, chain, screw, roller and bucket
knowledge of conveying system accessories such as trippers, ploughs, chutes, screens and skirt boards
knowledge of types of pneumatic conveying systems such as low pressure, high pressure and air slide
knowledge of specifications such as speed, distance travelled and load weight
knowledge of material to be conveyed
knowledge of types of filters such as cyclones, bag shakers and precipitators
knowledge of conveyor components such as scrapers, bearings, sprockets, chains, belts and counter-weight assemblies
knowledge of types of pulleys and rollers such as crowned, tail, take-up, tracking and idler
ability to install conveyor components such as bearings, pulleys and rollers
ability to select conveying system for specific applications
ability to connect belts using splicing techniques such as vulcanizing, cold splicing and applying mechanical fasteners
ability to connect chains using components such as connecting links, rivets and locking clips
ability to secure, level and align conveying system
ability to use installation tools such as hand tools, and levelling and alignment equipment
ability to install safety guards
ability to install sensory devices such as motion detection and depth sensors

Diagnoses conveying systems.

knowledge of conveying system faults such as belt tracking, worn components and improper chain tension
knowledge of conveying system specifications such as speed, distance travelled and load weight
ability to perform sensory inspection of components such as couplings, pulleys, rollers, bearings, sheaves, sprockets, chains and belts
ability to perform sensory inspection of filters such as cyclones, bag shakers, screens and precipitators
ability to use test/evaluation procedures and specialized equipment
ability to recognize conditions that lead to failure or breakdown of conveying systems

Repairs conveying systems.

knowledge of types of mechanical conveying systems such as belt, chain, screw, roller and bucket
knowledge of types of pneumatic conveying systems such as low pressure, high pressure and air slide
knowledge of conveying system specifications such as speed, distance travelled and load weight
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
ability to replace defective conveying system components such as couplings, pulleys, rollers, bearings, sheaves, sprockets, screens, chains and belts
ability to connect belts using splicing techniques such as vulcanizing, cold splicing and applying mechanical fasteners
ability to connect chains using components such as connecting links, rivets and locking clips
ability to use repair tools and equipment
ability to install and align prime mover to conveyor system

Maintains conveying systems.

knowledge of types of mechanical conveying systems such as belt, chain, screw, roller and bucket
knowledge of types of pneumatic conveying systems such as low pressure, high pressure and air slide
knowledge of conveying system specifications such as speed, distance travelled and load weight
knowledge of types of filters such as cyclones, bag shakers and precipitators
knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications
ability to adjust tracking of mechanical conveying systems
ability to adjust conveying system accessories such as belt scraper, guides and training idlers
ability to maintain components such as couplings, pulleys, rollers, bearings, sheaves, sprockets, screens, chains and belts
ability to replace filters

Services process tanks and containers.

Installs process tanks and containers.

knowledge of types of process tanks and containers such as pressurized vessels and storage tanks
knowledge of process tank and container specifications such as capacity and compatibility
knowledge of process tank and container components such as piping, agitators, vents, pumps and level indicators
knowledge of material to be held and holding requirements such as corrosion resistance, tank pressures and temperature
knowledge of piping schematics
knowledge of environmental containment systems
knowledge of hazards of and procedures for working in confined spaces
ability to secure, level and align process tanks and containers
ability to use installation tools such as layout and levelling tools
ability to install safety guards

Diagnoses process tanks and containers.

knowledge of process tank and container faults such as leaks, and loss of or excess pressure
knowledge of process tank and container specifications such as capacity and compatibility
knowledge of material to be held and holding requirements such as corrosion resistance, tank pressures and temperature
knowledge of hazards of and procedures for working in confined spaces
ability to perform sensory inspection of components such as piping, agitators, vents, pumps and level indicators
ability to use test/evaluation procedures and specialized equipment
ability to recognize conditions that lead to failure or breakdown of process tanks and containers

Repairs process tanks and containers.

knowledge of types of process tanks and containers such as pressurized vessels and storage tanks
knowledge of process tank and container specifications such as capacity and compatibility
knowledge of regulations governing steam and pressure vessels
knowledge of material to be held and holding requirements such as corrosion resistance, tank pressures and temperature
knowledge of hazards of and procedures for working in confined spaces
ability to replace defective components such as piping, agitators, vents, liners, pumps and level indicators
ability to use repair tools and equipment

Maintains process tanks and containers.

knowledge of types of process tanks and containers such as pressurized vessels and storage tanks
knowledge of process tank and container specifications such as capacity and compatibility
knowledge of hazards of and procedures for working in confined spaces
knowledge of cleaning requirements
ability to adjust process tank and container components
ability to change liners
ability to maintain ventilation systems

Fluid Power

Services hydraulic systems.

Installs hydraulic systems.

knowledge of types of hydraulic circuits such as sequence, pressure reducing and counter-balance
knowledge of auxiliary components such as coolers, heaters and accumulators
knowledge of hydraulic principles
knowledge of viscosity of fluids
knowledge of installation procedures for hydraulic systems and components
ability to interpret schematic diagrams
ability to select hydraulic fluids to meet requirements
ability to select system components from schematics and specifications
ability to select and install reservoirs for hydraulic systems
ability to install and align hydraulic pumps and motors
ability to install components such as filters, strainers, hydraulic valves, actuators and motors
ability to measure, cut, bend and install piping, hoses and tubing

Diagnoses hydraulic systems.

knowledge of hydraulic system faults such as loss of pressure, leaks, loss of movement and speed, and overheating
knowledge of basic electrical principles
knowledge of hydraulic principles
knowledge of trade calculations and theories such as Bernoulli’s principle and Pascal’s law
knowledge of hydraulic system components such as pumps, control valves and actuators
knowledge of types of valves such as directional control, flow control and pressure control
ability to perform sensory inspection
ability to use test/evaluation procedures and specialized equipment
ability to interpret specifications from technical manuals
ability to check fluid levels and condition
ability to inspect hydraulic systems to identify faults
ability to identify components that require repair or replacement
ability to interpret hydraulic symbols and schematics from ISO and ANSI
ability to record hydraulic data

Repairs hydraulic systems.

knowledge of types of hydraulic circuits such as sequence, pressure reducing and counter-balance
knowledge of hydraulic system faults such as leaks, jammed valves and contamination of fluid
knowledge of hazards and isolating procedures associated with high pressure fluids and stored energy
ability to release pressure to ensure system or system component is in a zero energy state
ability to repair and replace components such as actuators, pumps, filters and valves
ability to remove and replace component parts such as seals, pistons and valve spools
ability to bleed air from system
ability to test system operation prior to commissioning
ability to modify system to accommodate a change in requirements
ability to fine tune system pressure and fluid flow

Maintains hydraulic systems.

knowledge of operation of primary components such as actuators, pumps and valves
knowledge of basic electrical principles
knowledge of fluid conductors such as hoses, piping and tubing
knowledge of types of fluids such as petroleum-based, fire resistant and synthetic
knowledge of system operating parameters such as temperature, pressure and flow
knowledge of filters, strainers and related contamination control equipment
ability to check and adjust fluid levels
ability to check and adjust system pressure, temperature and flow
ability to check filters
ability to identify and locate system components

Services pneumatic and vacuum systems.

Installs pneumatic and vacuum systems.

knowledge of types of pneumatic circuits such as sequence and pressure reducing
knowledge of operation of vacuum systems
knowledge of types of pneumatic valves such as time delay, quick exhaust and two pressure
knowledge of pneumatic and vacuum principles
knowledge of electrical principles
knowledge of installation procedures for all types of pneumatic and vacuum systems and components
ability to interpret schematic diagrams
ability to select and install pneumatic and vacuum system components from schematics and specifications
ability to select and install dryers, coolers and receivers for pneumatic and vacuum systems
ability to select and install system components such as filters, valves and actuators
ability to select, measure, cut, bend and install piping, hoses and tubing

Diagnoses pneumatic and vacuum systems.

knowledge of pneumatic system faults such as leaks, loss of movement and speed, and overheating
knowledge of vacuum system faults such as loss of vacuum pressure, overheating and leaks
knowledge of pneumatic and vacuum principles
knowledge of trade calculations and theories such as Bernoulli’s principle and Boyle’s law
knowledge of pneumatic system components such as compressors, control valves and actuators
knowledge of vacuum system components such as vacuum pumps, valves and filters
ability to perform sensory inspections
ability to use test/evaluation procedures and specialized equipment
ability to interpret specifications from technical manuals
ability to identify components that require repair or replacement
ability to inspect pneumatic and vacuum systems to identify faults
ability to interpret pneumatic and vacuum symbols and schematics from ISO and ANSI
ability to record pneumatic and vacuum data

Repairs pneumatic and vacuum systems.

knowledge of types of pneumatic circuits such as sequence and pressure reducing
knowledge of operation of vacuum systems
knowledge of basic electrical principles
knowledge of hazards associated with high pressure air and stored energy
ability to release pressure to ensure system or system component is in a zero energy state
ability to repair and replace components such as receivers, dryers, regulators, lubricators, coolers, filters and valves
ability to remove and replace component parts such as seals, pistons and spools
ability to modify system to accommodate a change in requirements
ability to test system operation prior to commissioning
ability to fine tune system pressure and air flow

Maintains pneumatic and vacuum systems.

knowledge of operation of primary components such as actuators, pumps, compressors and valves
knowledge of conductors such as hoses, piping and tubing
knowledge of basic electrical principles
knowledge of system operating parameters such as temperature, pressure and flow
knowledge of filters and related contamination control equipment
ability to identify and locate system components
ability to maintain inline lubrication systems
ability to check and adjust system pressure, temperature, cycling and flow
ability to check and change filters

Preventive And Predictive Maintenance, Testing And Commissioning

Performs preventive and predictive maintenance.

Performs preventive maintenance activities.

knowledge of production and maintenance policies
knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and schedules
knowledge of safe operating temperatures
ability to use preventive maintenance tools such as hand tools, temperature gauges and strobe lights
ability to perform preventive maintenance schedule activities such as inspecting components, fluid levels, guards and safety devices
ability to record information for future equipment evaluation

Performs predictive maintenance activities.

knowledge of predictive maintenance requirements
knowledge of specialized predictive maintenance tools such as data collectors and computerized maintenance management systems
knowledge of maintenance history of equipment
ability to identify potential faults based on observations such as unusual sounds, vibrations, variations in fluid quality or level, and temperature changes
ability to use information from past and current data to predict mechanical faults
ability to record information for future equipment evaluation

Performs machinery and equipment balancing.

knowledge of pre-balance procedures and requirements
knowledge of types of unbalance such as static, dynamic and coupled
knowledge of manufacturers’ and company-specific specifications for balancing
knowledge of balancing machines and analyzing equipment
knowledge of static and dynamic balancing procedures
knowledge of single- and multi-plane balancing methods
ability to prepare machinery/equipment for balancing operation
ability to identify unbalance in equipment and machinery

Performs specialized testing and analysis.

Analyzes maintenance history of equipment.

knowledge of computerized maintenance management system
knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance programs
knowledge of system and rotating equipment faults
ability to review and analyze collected data to determine suitable maintenance schedules

Tests machinery and equipment using vibration analysis procedures.

knowledge of vibration theory and characteristics
knowledge of types of analyzers and transducers and their applications
knowledge of data collection points
ability to select vibration analyzing equipment
ability to install the necessary manufacturer components to achieve consistent readings at predetermined access points
ability to collect readings at consistent points across rotating equipment
ability to identify vibration frequencies related to different machinery components
ability to recognize causes of vibration such as eccentricity, misalignment and shaft faults

Analyzes vibration test data.

knowledge of vibration theory and characteristics
knowledge of types of analyzers and transducers and their applications
ability to download data from vibration analysis equipment to computer
ability to interpret and compare vibration data
ability to direct information for corrective action
ability to determine vibration limits through alarm thresholds

Tests equipment and components using non-destructive testing (NDT).

knowledge of NDT techniques such as dye penetrant, magnetic particle, radiography, ultrasonic and hardness testing
ability to select NDT method
ability to remove components for testing
ability to prepare machinery and components for NDT

Analyzes NDT data.

knowledge of follow-up procedures
ability to record and interpret data
ability to detect faults such as cracks, thin walls and inclusions
ability to determine hardness of material
ability to direct information for corrective action

Collects fluid samples.

knowledge of types of fluids to be tested such as oil, glycol and grease
knowledge of collection techniques
ability to recognize the equipment to be tested
ability to determine location to collect samples
ability to use sampling equipment such as test ports, vacuum pumps and containers

knowledge of types of fluids to be tested such as oil, glycol and grease

knowledge of types of fluids to be tested such as oil, glycol and grease
knowledge of testing techniques such as particle count, filter patch, ferrography and viscosity
ability to interpret and compare fluid test data
ability to perform sensory inspection of fluid condition
ability to interpret external test report information such as contamination, abnormal viscosity and wear particles
ability to direct information for corrective action

Commissions equipment.

Commissions mechanical systems and components, and material handling/process systems.

knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications, recommendations and operating parameters
knowledge of intended machine operations
ability to start up and run in
ability to perform monitoring activities such as rotational checks, packing adjustments and alignments
ability to complete check list if required
ability to perform follow-up checks
ability to check safety components such as guards, emergency stops and overrun switches
ability to verify that manufacturers’ specifications have been met

Commissions fluid power systems.

knowledge of manufacturers’ specifications, recommendations and operating parameters
knowledge of schematics
knowledge of intended machine operations
ability to check fluid levels, connections, filters, alignment and rotation
ability to complete check list if required
ability to check and adjust hydraulic and pneumatic systems
ability to perform follow-up checks
ability to perform safety checks
ability to verify that manufacturers’ specifications have been met

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