What You'll Do

  • Measure velocity, horsepower, revolutions per minute (rpm), amperage, circuitry, and voltage of units or parts to diagnose problems, using ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, and other testing devices.
  • Record repairs required, parts used, and labor time.
  • Reassemble repaired electric motors to specified requirements and ratings, using hand tools and electrical meters.
  • Maintain stocks of parts.
  • Repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in electric motors, generators, and related equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
  • Rewire electrical systems, and repair or replace electrical accessories.
  • Inspect electrical connections, wiring, relays, charging resistance boxes, and storage batteries, following wiring diagrams.
  • Read service guides to find information needed to perform repairs.
  • Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs.
  • Solder, wrap, and coat wires to ensure proper insulation.

Essential Skills

Repairing 4.12/5
Equipment Maintenance 3.88/5
Troubleshooting 3.88/5
Critical Thinking 3.75/5
Equipment Selection 3.75/5
Quality Control Analysis 3.75/5
Complex Problem Solving 3.62/5
Operations Monitoring 3.5/5
Operation and Control 3.25/5
Active Listening 3.12/5
Judgment and Decision Making 3.12/5
Reading Comprehension 3.0/5

Career Fit Overview

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Top passions

  • Maker: Building and fixing energizes you. You like tangible results and practical tools.
  • Organizer: Bringing order to data and processes satisfies you.
  • Analyst: Investigating problems and finding patterns keeps you engaged.

Common styles

Attention to Detail, Dependability, Cooperation, Stress Tolerance, Independence

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Key Abilities

This career demands strong capabilities in the following areas:

Finger Dexterity 4.0/5
Problem Sensitivity 3.88/5
Near Vision 3.88/5
Manual Dexterity 3.75/5
Arm-Hand Steadiness 3.62/5
Information Ordering 3.5/5
Deductive Reasoning 3.25/5
Inductive Reasoning 3.25/5

Technologies & Tools

Autodesk AutoCAD Commutator profiling software Computerized maintenance management system CMMS Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Motor testing software Python SAP software

Work Environment & Style

Common Styles for This Career

  • Attention to Detail (High importance: 4.62/5)
  • Dependability (High importance: 4.4/5)
  • Cooperation (High importance: 4.24/5)
  • Stress Tolerance (High importance: 4.19/5)
  • Independence (High importance: 4.15/5)

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How to Become One

This career typically requires vocational school, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some specialized training or certification may also be required.

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Also Known As

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