{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:38:16.246Z","occupation":{"soc":"49-9043.00","title":"Maintenance Workers, Machinery","group":"Installation, Maintenance & Repair","sector":"23","jobZone":3,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers industrial machinery maintenance and repair in manufacturing and production environments, from supervised entry-level tasks through strategic leadership of facility-wide reliability and maintenance programs.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Hand tools and basic lifting equipment — identify and use under direct supervision when dismantling machinery on an industrial shop floor.","Machine components after disassembly — organize and label following established protocols during supervised repair activities.","Lubrication points and approved lubricants — apply to machine parts according to specified procedures under technician guidance in a production facility.","Work orders and maintenance specifications — read and interpret basic instructions to determine which machines require attention on an entry-level shift.","Maintenance and repair records — enter accurately into a logbook or facilities management software following each supervised task.","Machine parts and attachments — assist in replacing or installing components under direct oversight according to production specifications.","Safety hazards and lockout/tagout procedures — recognize and follow consistently before beginning any machinery maintenance task.","Simple machine controls and operating panels — identify functions and monitor basic operational indicators under technician direction.","Repair team tasks and instructions — receive and carry out through active listening and close coordination with experienced mechanics.","Hand steadiness and manual dexterity — demonstrate when handling small machine parts and fasteners during entry-level maintenance assignments."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Machinery components and subassemblies — dismantle and reassemble with reduced oversight using hand tools, jacks, and hoists on routine production-floor repairs.","Lubrication schedules and adhesive application procedures — execute independently for multiple machine types in a mid-sized manufacturing environment.","Replacement parts and machine attachments — install and change according to production specifications with consistent accuracy and minimal rework.","Machine operating controls and adjustment settings — set up and regulate to achieve target output parameters during routine production runs.","Maintenance, repair, and production data — record and update in enterprise resource planning or database software following each completed work order.","Emerging equipment faults and abnormal operating sounds — detect through regular operations monitoring and escalate appropriately before failures occur.","Cross-functional repair efforts — coordinate with operators and fellow mechanics to move or repair equipment efficiently within scheduled downtime windows.","Work orders and technical specifications — comprehend and prioritize across multiple open tasks to meet daily maintenance timelines.","Root causes of common mechanical failures — identify through structured troubleshooting and apply standard corrective repairs in familiar machine types.","Quality of completed repairs — verify through functional testing and visual inspection before returning equipment to production service."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex multi-component machinery — dismantle, diagnose, and fully reassemble autonomously using cranes, chain falls, and precision hand tools in a high-throughput industrial environment.","Non-routine mechanical failures across diverse equipment types — troubleshoot independently, applying critical thinking to isolate root causes and select effective repair strategies.","Machine setups and control calibrations — perform and fine-tune across a full range of production equipment to meet tight operational tolerances.","Preventive and corrective maintenance plans — execute and adapt for an entire assigned equipment portfolio, balancing quality standards and production demands.","Maintenance records and work-order histories — analyze using ERP and spreadsheet software to identify recurring failure patterns and drive reliability improvements.","Lubrication, adhesive, and material application specifications — interpret and apply correctly across uncommon or first-time equipment configurations without supervision.","Technical drawings, schematics, and OEM documentation — read and apply to guide correct part selection, installation sequencing, and tolerance verification.","Judgment on repair-versus-replace decisions — exercise independently under time pressure, weighing part cost, downtime impact, and equipment lifespan.","Collaborative repair projects involving multiple crafts or departments — lead task coordination to ensure safe, efficient completion within maintenance windows.","Body mechanics, tool control, and physical precision — apply consistently when working in confined spaces or performing high-dexterity repairs on critical machine assemblies."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Facility-wide machinery maintenance strategy — develop and champion across all production areas, aligning preventive maintenance schedules with organizational uptime goals.","Maintenance technician teams — mentor, coach, and evaluate to build competency at emerging and developing levels across the full scope of industrial repair tasks.","Equipment reliability programs — design and implement using CMMS, ERP, and data analysis tools to reduce unplanned downtime across a large industrial operation.","Organizational maintenance standards, procedures, and safety protocols — author and enforce to ensure consistent, high-quality repair practices facility-wide.","Capital equipment decisions, repair-versus-replace analyses, and parts inventory strategies — lead using cost data, repair histories, and production impact assessments.","Cross-departmental maintenance planning — direct in coordination with production, engineering, and supply chain leadership to align schedules with business priorities.","Complex or novel equipment failures with no established repair protocol — resolve by drawing on deep mechanical knowledge and systematic problem-solving, then codifying the solution for future use.","Maintenance workforce scheduling and workload distribution — manage across shifts and skill levels to ensure coverage, efficiency, and technician development opportunities.","Continuous improvement initiatives targeting maintenance processes — lead by analyzing performance metrics, identifying systemic gaps, and deploying corrective programs.","Organizational safety culture related to machinery maintenance — model and reinforce by integrating dependability, attention to detail, and cautiousness into every team practice and training activity."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}