Virginia Career VIEW

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other routine machinery maintenance.

Tasks Include:

  • Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
  • Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
  • Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs.
  • Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specified procedures.
  • Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
  • Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
  • Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
  • Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
  • Set up and operate machines, and adjust controls to regulate operations.
  • Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.

    • more »


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)

 

Projections Quick View:


Virginia: -1.9%

National: +7.8%

 

Education

Post-Secondary Certificate

Job Zone:

Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Income Range:

Highest ($50,000 and up)

Median Earnings:

 

National

$57,350.00

State

$66,450.00

Regional


 


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Description


Career Cluster: Manufacturing

Lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other routine machinery maintenance.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Education


Required Level of Education
  • Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in agriculture or natural resources, computer services, personal or culinary services, engineering technologies, healthcare, construction trades, mechanic and repair technologies, or precision production) = 54.10%
  • High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED) = 40.73%
  • Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree) = 2.59%
  • Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Baccalaureate degree but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees carrying the title of Master. = 2.59%

Related Work Experience
  • Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 36.28%
  • Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years = 22.77%
  • Over 10 years = 14.59%
  • Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 8.16%
  • Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 5.69%
  • Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 5.05%
  • Up to and including 1 month = 4.94%
  • Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 2.52%

On-Site or In-Plant Training
  • Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 25.33%
  • Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 20.31%
  • Over 10 years = 14.59%
  • None = 13.13%
  • Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 10.09%
  • Up to and including 1 month = 7.46%
  • Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 5.64%
  • Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 3.44%

On-the-Job Training
  • Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 36.68%
  • Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 17.12%
  • Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 14.59%
  • Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 9.09%
  • Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 8.51%
  • Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month = 8.38%
  • Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years = 5.64%


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Tasks


Core Tasks Include:

  • Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
  • Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
  • Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs.
  • Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specified procedures.
  • Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
  • Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
  • Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
  • Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
  • Set up and operate machines, and adjust controls to regulate operations.
  • Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.
  • Inventory and requisition machine parts, equipment, and other supplies so that stock can be maintained and replenished.
  • Transport machine parts, tools, equipment, and other material between work areas and storage, using cranes, hoists, or dollies.
  • Collect and discard worn machine parts and other refuse to maintain machinery and work areas.
  • Clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment.
  • Replace or repair metal, wood, leather, glass, or other lining in machines, or in equipment compartments or containers.
  • Remove hardened material from machines or machine parts, using abrasives, power and hand tools, jackhammers, sledgehammers, or other equipment.
  • Replace, empty, or replenish machine and equipment containers such as gas tanks or boxes.

Supplemental Tasks Include:

  • Measure, mix, prepare, and test chemical solutions used to clean or repair machinery and equipment.


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Tools and Technology


Tools Include:

  • Abrasive stones (Abrasive rubbing stones)
  • Abrasive drums (Abrasive wheels)
  • Adjustable widemouth pliers
  • Adjustable wrenches
  • Welders (Arc welders)
  • Bandsaw wheel (Bandsaws)
  • Power saws (Bench saws)
  • Workshop presses (Brakes)
  • Power buffers (Buffing machines)
  • Hoists (Chain falls)
  • Compressed air gun (Compressed air guns)
  • Power saws (Cutoff saws)
  • Deburring equipment (Deburring tools)
  • Calipers (Dial calipers)
  • Gauges or inspection fixtures (Dial indicators)
  • Taps or dies (Dies)
  • Dollies
  • Drill bits
  • Workshop presses (Drill presses)
  • Ear plugs
  • Forklifts
  • Grease guns
  • Power grinders (Grinding machines)
  • Saws (Hacksaws)
  • Hammers
  • Hard hats
  • Hoists
  • Hold down clamps
  • Drill bits (Hones)
  • Vacuum cleaners (Industrial vacuums)
  • Pneumatic hammer (Jackhammers)
  • Jacks
  • Ladders
  • Grinders (Lapping equipment)
  • Lathes
  • Levels
  • Lockout devices (Lockout hasps)
  • Metal cutters
  • Metal inert gas MIG welding machinery (Metal inert gas MIG welders)
  • Micrometers
  • Milling machines
  • Blow torches (Oxyacetylene torches)
  • Personal computers
  • Threading dies (Pipe threaders)
  • Plumb bobs
  • Power buffers (Polishing machines)
  • Power drills
  • Power grinders
  • Power saws (Power hacksaws)
  • Power saws
  • Punches or nail sets or drifts (Punches)
  • Reamers
  • Respirators
  • Slings (Rigging equipment)
  • Rivet tools (Rivet guns)
  • Rulers
  • Safety harnesses or belts (Safety belts)
  • Safety glasses
  • Scaffolding
  • Screwdrivers
  • Shears
  • Tangent benders (Sheet metal folders)
  • Hammers (Sledgehammers)
  • Socket sets (Socket wrench sets)
  • Soldering irons or guns (Soldering guns)
  • Welding tools (Spot-welding equipment)
  • Rulers (Steel rules)
  • Straight edges (Straightedges)
  • Taps or dies (Taps)
  • Tungsten inert gas TIG welding machinery (Tungsten inert gas TIG welding equipment)
  • Calipers (Vernier calipers)
  • Welding or cutting tips (Welding tips)
  • Workshop cranes

Technologies Include:

  • Data base user interface and query software
  • Database software
  • Spreadsheet software
  • Spreadsheet software
  • Word processing software
  • Word processing software


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 
 
 
 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Knowledge


% Subject Description
88.50 Mechanical Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
59.25 Production and Processing Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
55.75 Administration and Management Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
51.25 English Language Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
51.00 Design Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
49.75 Education and Training Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Skills


% Subject Description
68.75 Operations Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
68.75 Equipment Maintenance Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
68.75 Troubleshooting Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
68.75 Repairing Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
65.50 Operation and Control Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
53.00 Quality Control Analysis Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
50.00 Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
50.00 Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
50.00 Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
50.00 Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
50.00 Judgment and Decision Making Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
50.00 Time Management Managing one's own time and the time of others.


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Abilities


% Subject Description
75.00 Arm-Hand Steadiness The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
65.50 Problem Sensitivity The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
59.50 Near Vision The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
59.50 Manual Dexterity The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
56.25 Control Precision The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
53.00 Extent Flexibility The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
53.00 Visualization The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
53.00 Multilimb Coordination The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
50.00 Finger Dexterity The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
50.00 Oral Expression The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
50.00 Deductive Reasoning The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
50.00 Inductive Reasoning The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
50.00 Information Ordering The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
50.00 Trunk Strength The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
50.00 Static Strength The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
50.00 Flexibility of Closure The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
50.00 Perceptual Speed The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
50.00 Selective Attention The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
50.00 Visual Color Discrimination The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Work Activities


% Subject Description
83.50 Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
79.50 Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
79.25 Controlling Machines and Processes Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
76.75 Getting Information Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
73.00 Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
73.00 Making Decisions and Solving Problems Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
68.75 Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
67.75 Handling and Moving Objects Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
67.50 Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
66.00 Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
65.50 Performing General Physical Activities Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
63.75 Documenting/Recording Information Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
63.00 Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
62.75 Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
60.25 Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
57.75 Thinking Creatively Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
56.50 Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
55.00 Training and Teaching Others Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
54.50 Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
54.00 Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
50.75 Working with Computers Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
49.75 Scheduling Work and Activities Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Work Styles


% Subject Description
89.25 Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
89.25 Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
84.75 Independence Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
79.75 Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
78.75 Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical.
78.00 Self-Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
75.75 Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
75.00 Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
73.25 Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
70.00 Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
68.50 Innovation Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
67.50 Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
64.75 Persistence Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
59.75 Leadership Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
56.00 Achievement/Effort Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
53.25 Social Orientation Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Work Values


% Subject Description
77.83 Support Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
66.67 Independence Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
50.00 Relationships Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Work Context


% Subject Description
99.00 Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?
88.80 Freedom to Make Decisions How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
87.60 Exposed to Contaminants How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
87.00 Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
86.00 Spend Time Standing How much does this job require standing?
85.40 Contact With Others How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
85.00 Face-to-Face Discussions How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
82.80 Work With Work Group or Team How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
82.60 Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
82.00 Importance of Being Exact or Accurate How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
80.00 Structured versus Unstructured Work To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
79.60 Responsible for Others' Health and Safety How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
77.40 Consequence of Error How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
77.20 Exposed to Hazardous Equipment How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
75.40 Frequency of Decision Making How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
75.20 Electronic Mail How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
74.20 Exposed to Hazardous Conditions How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
74.20 Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
74.00 Time Pressure How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
72.00 Spend Time Walking and Running How much does this job require walking and running?
71.60 Importance of Repeating Same Tasks How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?
71.20 Responsibility for Outcomes and Results How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
70.80 Indoors, Environmentally Controlled How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?
70.40 Telephone How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
69.80 Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?
69.40 Coordinate or Lead Others How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
69.20 Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
69.00 Very Hot or Cold Temperatures How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?
67.20 Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)
65.60 Physical Proximity To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
65.00 Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
62.80 In an Open Vehicle or Equipment How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?
59.80 Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
59.40 Exposed to High Places How often does this job require exposure to high places?
58.20 Outdoors, Exposed to Weather How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?
57.40 Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?
57.20 Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
57.00 Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?
53.60 Frequency of Conflict Situations How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
51.80 Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed


  • Overall Experience
    • Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
  • Job Training
    • Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
  • Examples
    • These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include hydroelectric production managers, desktop publishers, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, court reporters and simultaneous captioners, and medical assistants.
  • Education
    • Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Earnings Benefits*


Region Entry Level Median Experienced
United States $37,440.00 $57,350.00 $67,320.00
Virginia $44,180.00 $66,450.00 $70,010.00
 
Region Entry Level Median Experienced
Alexandria/Arlington No Data No Data No Data
Bay Consortium No Data No Data No Data
Capital Region Workforce Partnership $49,920.00 $68,580.00 $77,890.00
Central VA/Region2000 No Data No Data No Data
Crater Area No Data No Data No Data
Greater Peninsula No Data No Data No Data
Hampton Roads $44,960.00 $56,310.00 $64,910.00
New River/Mt. Rogers No Data No Data No Data
Northern Virginia No Data No Data No Data
Piedmont Workforce $46,330.00 $51,050.00 $63,540.00
Shenandoah Valley $44,550.00 $55,220.00 $58,390.00
South Central No Data No Data No Data
Southwestern Virginia No Data No Data No Data
West Piedmont $61,420.00 $70,020.00 $70,310.00
Western Virginia No Data No Data No Data

* Earnings Calculations:

 Regional Earnings:
   Entry = Annual mean of the lower 1/3 wage distribution;
   Experienced = Annual mean of the upper 2/3 wage distribution.

 National and State Earnings:
   Entry = Annual 10th percentile wage;
   Experienced = Annual 75th percentile wage.



The data sources for the information displayed here include: US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Employment Projections


USA: 2023-2033

Virginia: 2022-2032

Regions: 2020-2030

 

  Current Projected % Change
United States 59,000 63,600 +7.8%
Virginia 883 866 -1.9%
 
Region Current* Projected % Change
Alexandria/Arlington No Data No Data No Data
Bay Consortium No Data No Data No Data
Capital Region Workforce Partnership No Data No Data No Data
Central VA/Region2000 No Data No Data No Data
Crater Area No Data No Data No Data
Greater Peninsula No Data No Data No Data
Hampton Roads No Data No Data No Data
New River/Mt. Rogers No Data No Data No Data
Northern Virginia No Data No Data No Data
Piedmont Workforce No Data No Data No Data
Shenandoah Valley No Data No Data No Data
South Central No Data No Data No Data
Southwestern Virginia No Data No Data No Data
West Piedmont No Data No Data No Data
Western Virginia No Data No Data No Data
* - Estimated

The data sources for the information displayed here include: US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Related Occupations


Related Occupations

The related occupations here have similar general capabilities and interests; career explorers may also be interested in the related occupations:
Careers in Maintenance, Installation & Repair Pathway:


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

View Videos


CareerOneStop Video

View Video & Transcript on CareerOneStop

 

CareerOneStop Manufacturing Videos
Overview
Occupations


The data sources for the information displayed here include: New York State Department of Labor; New Jersey Department of Labor; California Occupational Information Coordinating Committee; CareerOneStop. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Military Training


The following military job classifications are available for this occupation:

  • Aircraft Launch Equipment
  • Boatswains
  • Missile Guidance and Control
  • Other Mechanical and Electrical Equipment, General
  • Munitions Systems
  • Aviation Ordnanceman
  • Aerospace Propulsion
  • Aircraft Armament Systems
  • Aviation Structural Mechanic
  • MM-Machinist's Mate
  • Infantryman
  • Indirect Fire Infantryman
  • Cavalry Scout
  • M1 Armor Crewman


The data sources for the information displayed here include: Defense Manpower Data Center. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Proficiency Ratings


These proficiencies are scored on a scale from 1 to 5 with 1 being not
important to the job and 5 being extremely important to the job.

Proficiency Rating
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment 4.5
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials 4.0
Controlling Machines and Processes 4.0
Getting Information 4.0
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events 4.0
Making Decisions and Solving Problems 4.0
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates 4.0
Handling and Moving Objects 3.5
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment 3.5
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work 3.5
Performing General Physical Activities 3.5
Documenting/Recording Information 3.5
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings 3.5
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment 3.5
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge 3.5
Thinking Creatively 3.5
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards 3.5
Training and Teaching Others 3.0
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships 3.0
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others 3.0
Working with Computers 3.0
Scheduling Work and Activities 3.0
Analyzing Data or Information 3.0
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment 3.0
Developing Objectives and Strategies 3.0
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates 3.0
Coaching and Developing Others 3.0
Processing Information 2.5
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others 2.5
Developing and Building Teams 2.5
Assisting and Caring for Others 2.5
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others 2.5
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information 2.5
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People 2.5
Performing Administrative Activities 2.5
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others 2.5
Monitoring and Controlling Resources 2.0
Communicating with People Outside the Organization 2.0
Selling or Influencing Others 2.0
Staffing Organizational Units 2.0
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public 1.5


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Titles

  • Air Deodorizer Servicer
  • Aircraft Fueler
  • Airplane Fueler
  • Airplane Refueler
  • Airport Refueling Handler
  • Alemite Operator
  • Automatic Pinsetter Mechanic
  • Belt Changer
  • Belt Dresser
  • Belt Fixer
  • Belt Lacer
  • Belt Repairer
  • Binder and Box Builder
  • Blade Changer
  • Block Greaser
  • Boiling House Oiler
  • Booster Pump Oiler
  • Breaker Oiler
  • Car Greaser
  • Car Lubricator
  • Car Oiler
  • Carbon Setter
  • Card Grinder Helper
  • Cell Installer
  • Cellar Packer
  • Collar Packer
  • Crane Oiler
  • Curing Press Maintainer
  • Dope Maintenance Worker
  • Dopeman
  • Doper
  • Dragline Oiler
  • Electrician
  • Electro / Mechanical Technician
  • Engine Oiler
  • Envelope Adjuster
  • Equipment Cleaner and Tester
  • Equipment Oiler
  • Flatcar Whacker
  • Flyer Repairer
  • Frame Bander
  • Frame Changer
  • Grease Cup Filler
  • Grease Man
  • Grease Monkey
  • Grease Packer
  • Grease Worker
  • Greaser
  • Grinder Machine Knife Setter
  • Heavy Equipment Mechanic
  • Hot Man
  • Hot Worker
  • Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
  • Industrial Maintenance Millwright
  • Industrial Maintenance Technician
  • Jacquard Loom Card Changer
  • Knife Changer
  • Knife Setter
  • Leaf Coverer
  • Lease Out Man
  • Lease Out Worker
  • Liner Replacer
  • Loading Shovel Oiler
  • Locomotive Oiler
  • Looper Fixer
  • Lubrication Worker
  • Lubricator
  • Machine Greaser
  • Machine Oiler
  • Machine Repairer
  • Machine Repairman
  • Machines Technician
  • Machinist
  • Maintainer
  • Maintenance Craftsman
  • Maintenance Electrician
  • Maintenance Foreman
  • Maintenance Machinist
  • Maintenance Mechanic
  • Maintenance Repairer
  • Maintenance Repairman
  • Maintenance Technician
  • Maintenance Worker
  • Mash Filter Cloth Changer
  • Mechanic
  • Merchant Mill Utility Worker
  • Mill Oiler
  • Millwright
  • Missile Facilities Repairer
  • Nozzle and Sleeve Worker
  • Oil Pit Attendant
  • Oiler
  • Oiler Bander
  • Overhauler
  • Overhead Cleaner Maintainer
  • Pattern Assembler
  • Pipe Changer
  • Polishing Wheel Setter
  • Pot Fluxer
  • Pot Liner
  • Pot Reliner
  • Printing Roller Handler
  • Protective Signal Installer
  • Pulley Maintainer
  • Pump Oiler
  • Refueling Ramp Attendant
  • Refueling Rampman
  • Rod Cup Filler
  • Rod Filler
  • Rod Greaser
  • Roller Checker
  • Rotary Adjuster
  • Rubber and Plastics Worker
  • Salvager
  • Semiconductor Processing Equipment Production Technician
  • Shafter
  • Shafting Worker
  • Shovel Oiler
  • Shuttler
  • Size Changer
  • Spindle Repairer
  • Steam Shovel Oiler
  • Stem Dryer Maintainer
  • Stripping Shovel Oiler
  • Stroboscope Operator
  • Switch Repairer
  • Texturing Machine Fixer
  • Tipple Greaser
  • Tipple Oiler
  • Tubing Oiler
  • Turbo Generator Oiler
  • Upkeep Worker
  • Warp Tension Tester
  • Welder
  • Winding Head Overhauler


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)


 
 

Maintenance Workers, Machinery

Related Schools

  • Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Manassas
  • Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk


The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet291)