Industrial Mechanics

 

Industrial mechanics involves factory-based or on-site installation of machinery and equipment, as well as its regular or periodic maintenance and repair.

 

The key tasks of industrial mechanics are as follows: installation and maintenance of machinery and equipment; diagnosis of mechanical problems; repairs; reading plans and diagrams; installation, alignment, dismantling and moving of stationary industrial machinery and equipment; operating lifting devices in order to install, assemble and repair machines and parts; adjusting, repairing and replacing parts; cleaning, lubrication and maintenance of machines; building foundations used to support the machinery; assembling of machinery and equipment.

 

This trade requires a good understanding of general building and manufacturing processes, as well as the ability to perform tests on machinery and equipment to ensure that it meets current installation and operating standards.