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Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines

SOC 49-3042.00

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, such as cranes, bulldozers, graders, and conveyors, used in construction, logging, and surface mining.

Zone 3 Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Troubleshooting

4.1

Repairing

4.1

Equipment Maintenance

4.0

Operation Monitoring

3.8

Operation and Control

3.6

Equipment Selection

3.4

Quality Control Analysis

3.4

Critical Thinking

3.2

Knowledge Areas 8

Mechanical

4.8

Customer and Personal Service

3.3

Mathematics

3.3

Computers and Electronics

3.1

Public Safety and Security

3.0

Building and Construction

3.0

English Language

3.0

Transportation

2.6

Key Tasks

1Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.

2Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.

3Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.

4Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.

5Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.

Also Known As

Brake Mechanic Bulldozer Mechanic Caterpillar Mechanic Clutch Mechanic Construction Equipment Mechanic Construction Equipment Overhauler Crane Technician Dinkey Engine Mechanic Dinkey Mechanic Dragline Mechanic