Rotating Equipment Mechanic Metal, Machinery & Related Trades Workers

Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.

The types of equipment and machinery that have rotating parts, such as turbines, pumps, ventilators, centrifuges, engines and gearboxes.

Align and lay out components in order to put them together correctly according to blueprints and technical plans.

Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.

Assemble machines according to instructions and specifications.

Check machinery and equipment to ensure reliable performance during use and operations in worksites.

Fasten components together according to blueprints and technical plans in order to create subassemblies or finished products.

Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.

Use soldering equipment, such as a soldering gun, a soldering torch or a gas-powered iron, to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel.

Use welding equipment to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel; wear protective eyewear during the working process.

Read the technical drawings of a product made by the engineer in order to suggest improvements, make models of the product or operate it.

Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.

Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions; communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.

Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.

Understand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.

Perform routine maintenance on rotating equipment to ensure that it is clean and in safe, working order.

Repair rotating equipment and replace defective components, parts and systems when necessary, using hand and power tools.

Know the different engine components, and their operation and maintenance. Understand when repairs and replacement should be undertaken.

Recommended Books

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Machinery Component Maintenance and Repair

Fred K. Geitner, Heinz P…

2019

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The engineering processes that combine electrical and mechanical engineering in the application of electromechanics in devices that need electricity to create mechanical movement or devices that create electricity by mechanical …

Know the characteristics, maintenance requirements and operating procedures of various kinds of engines such as gas, diesel, electrical, and engines with steam propulsion plants.

Conduct experimental, environmental and operational tests on models, prototypes or on the systems and equipment itself in order to test their strength and capabilities under normal and extreme conditions.

Disassemble internal combustion engines, generators, pumps, transmissions and other components of mechanical equipment.

Read and comprehend engineering manuals and publications; test engines in order to evaluate engine performance.

Collaborate with engineers to ensure common understanding and discuss product design, development and improvement.

Re-assemble transport equipment engines after overhaul, inspection, repair, maintenace or cleaning according to blueprints and technical plans.

Record data which has been identified specifically during preceding tests in order to verify that outputs of the test produce specific results or to review the reaction of the subject …

Repair identified problems with internal combustion engines, external combustion engines and electrical motors. Replace and fix faulty parts by using hand and machine tools.

Operate power driven pumps. Use hand tools or power tools. Use vehicle repair tools or safety equipment.

Use equipment to test performance and operation of machinery.

Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.

Write records of the repairs and maintenance interventions undertaken, of parts and materials used, and other repair facts.

Tighten or unscrew engine parts using hand and power tools; maintenance of tubing, casing and connecting rods.

Securely bolt together engine components manually or using power tools.