Work setting

Tasks

Read blueprints to determine work requirements
Test and observe electrical and mechanical conditions of equipment
Troubleshoot and repair electric motors, transformers, switchgear, generators and other electro-mechanical equipment
Use machining tools to fabricate or recondition parts
Replace or recondition shafts, bearings, commutators and other components
Perform some machining to recondition or modify shafts, commutators or other parts
Perform on-site servicing and repair
Test and repair or replace faulty wiring or components in electrical switchgear
Test repaired motors, transformers, switchgear or other electrical apparatus to ensure proper performance