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Profession plant maintenance mechanic

Plant maintenance mechanics lubricate machinery, change parts or perform other routine machinery maintenance.

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Tasks plant maintenance mechanic

Study blueprints, technical manuals and engineering specifications to maintain and fix equipment.
Identify the tools, equipment and skills necessary for repair and maintenance work.
Install new machinery.
Perform basic diagnostic tests.
Check machine performance.
Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes or hoists.
Test damaged machine parts.
Replace the damaged and worn parts if necessary.
Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
Clean and lubricate machinery.
Keep records of repair and maintenance work.

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