Washburn Tech

On-the-job Training

• Maintain work equipment or machinery
  • Repair or maintain the operating condition of industrial production or processing machinery or equipment.
• Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts
  • Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery or equipment.
• Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance
  • Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery.
• Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order
  • Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery.
• Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair
  • Disassemble machinery or equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
• Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning
  • Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery.
• Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear
  • Examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear.
• Reassemble equipment after repair
  • Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
• Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning
  • Operate newly repaired machinery or equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs.
  • Observe and test the operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters or other testing devices.
• Maintain repair or maintenance records.
  • Record repairs and maintenance performed.
• Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
  • Record parts or materials used and order or requisition new parts or materials, as necessary.
• Record information about parts, materials or repair procedures.
  • Record parts or materials used and order or requisition new parts or materials, as necessary.
• Observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems.
  • Observe and test the operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters or other testing devices.
• Analyze test or performance data to assess equipment operation.
  • Analyze test results, machine error messages, or information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems.
• Cut materials according to specifications or needs.
  • Cut and weld metal to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, or assemble new equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, specs, or diagrams to inform installation, development or operation activities.
  • Study blueprints or manufacturers' manuals to determine correct installation or operation of machinery.
• Operate welding equipment.
  • Cut and weld metal to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, or assemble new equipment.
• Enter codes or other information into computers.
  • Enter codes and instructions to program computer-controlled machinery.
• Train others in operational procedures.
  • Demonstrate equipment functions and features to machine operators.