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Millwrights
Install, dismantle, or move machinery and heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings.
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Interests
Realistic
Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
Investigative
Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
Conventional
Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
Work Values
Working Conditions
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
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.
Independence
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
Salary & Job Outlook
Starting Salary
$41,510.00
New York StateMedian Salary
$62,390.00
New York StateExperienced Salary
$78,970.00
New York StateNational Average for Comparison
New York State Job Market Outlook
Jobs Right Now (2018)
1,140
professionals in NYFuture Job Growth (2030)
1,460
+32 jobs/yearNew Jobs Every Year
143
new opportunities yearlyGrowth Rate
0.3%
projected increasePreparation: Experience, Training, and Education
The list below outlines the prior educational experience required to perform in this occupation.
Some Training - Certificate or hands-on training
Experience Requirements
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Education Requirements
These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Training Details
Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Transferrable Skills and Experience
These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, tellers, and dental laboratory technicians.
School Programs
The following lists school programs which are applicable to this occupation.
Licensing & Certification
State License and Certifications Requirements are not currently associated with this occupation.
Apprenticeship
Contact your regional representative to learn more about apprenticeships available in your area by visiting Apprenticeship Contacts.
Skills
The list below includes the skills required by workers in this occupation; skills are what allow you to learn more quickly and improve your performance.
Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Installation
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Equipment Maintenance
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Troubleshooting
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Repairing
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Skill level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Knowledge
The list below includes knowledge items, the principles and facts required by this occupation.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
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.
Knowledge level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Work Environment
The list below includes the physical and social factors that influence the nature of work in this occupation.
Hover over or tap each factor to see its description.
Work Styles
Included in the list below are the personal work style characteristics that can affect how well a worker is likely to perform in this occupation.
Achievement/Effort
Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
Adaptability/Flexibility
Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Initiative
Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
Persistence
Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
Self-Control
Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
Stress Tolerance
Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
Tools & Technology
This list below describes the machines, equipment, tools, software, and information technology that workers in this occupation will use.
Tools
- Adjustable wrenches
- Air compressors
- Alignment telescopes
- Allen wrenches
- Angled feeler gauges
- Arbor presses
- Ball peen hammers
- Bandsaws
- Bearing heaters
- Bearing pullers
- Belt sanders
- Bevel protractors
- Block and tackle equipment
- Box end wrenches
- Brass hammers
- Bucket pumps
- Cable cutters
- Carpenters' levels
- Center punches
- Chain cutters
- Chain hoists
- Chain wrenches
- Chipping hammers
- Claw hammers
- Cold chisels
- Combination squares
- Combination wrenches
- Comealongs
- Core drills
- Crowbars
Technology
- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Word
Duties
Duties are job behaviors describing activities that occur on multiple jobs. The generalized and detailed work activities described in the list below apply to this occupation.
- install industrial machinery or related heavy equipment
- install generating plant equipment
- install or replace meters, regulators, or related measuring or control devices
- install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit
- install electronic equipment, components, or systems
- set up computer numerical control machines
- install electrical conduit or tubing
- test electrical/electronic wiring, equipment, systems or fixtures
- install electrical fixtures or components
- program computer numerical controlled machines
- estimate time or cost for installation, repair, or construction projects
- determine installation, service, or repair needed
- verify levelness or verticality, using level or plumb bob
- work as a team member
- adhere to safety procedures
- perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting
- inspect electrical installation for code conformance
- identify properties of metals for repair or fabrication activities
- understand service or repair manuals
- understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
- fabricate sheet metal parts or items
- operate lathes
- perform detailed welding techniques
- use control or regulating devices to adjust or maintain industrial machinery
- use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment
- use hand or power tools
- set up and operate variety of machine tools
- use measuring devices in repairing industrial or heavy equipment
- use pipe fitting equipment
- use pneumatic tools
- use precision measuring devices in mechanical repair work
- use pressure gauges
- use high voltage apparatus
- use acetylene welding/cutting torch
- weld together metal parts, components, or structures
- operate pneumatic test equipment
- use soldering equipment
- use arc welding equipment
- use machine tools in installation, maintenance, or repair
- operate hoist, winch, or hydraulic boom
- lay out machining, welding or precision assembly projects
- use basic carpentry techniques
- use basic plumbing techniques
- use concrete fabrication techniques
- use combination welding procedures
- use robotics systems technology
- use knowledge of metric system
- use knowledge of welding filler rod types
- drive truck with capacity greater than 3 tons
- plan or organize work
- read blueprints
- read specifications
- read schematics
- read technical drawings
- read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts
- signal directions or warnings to coworkers
- determine project methods and procedures
- erect scaffold
- install/string electrical or electronic cable or wiring
- move or fit heavy objects
- construct, erect, or repair wooden frameworks or structures
- cut, bend, or thread pipe for gas, air, hydraulic, or water lines
- move materials or goods between work areas
- conduct performance testing
- assemble and install pipe sections, fittings, or plumbing fixtures
- fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
- adjust or set mechanical controls or components
- align or adjust clearances of mechanical components or parts
- diagnose mechanical problems in machinery or equipment
- test mechanical products or equipment
- maintain welding machines or equipment
- maintain or repair industrial or related equipment/machinery
- maintain or repair work tools or equipment
- perform hydraulic plumbing
- conduct tests to locate mechanical system malfunction
- repair or replace malfunctioning or worn mechanical components
- lubricate machinery, equipment, or parts
- position, align, or level machines, equipment, or structures
- assemble, dismantle, or reassemble equipment or machinery
- install equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures
Tasks
The list below outlines specific tasks that a worker in this occupation is called upon to do regularly.
- Insert shims, adjust tension on nuts and bolts, or position parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments, to set specified clearances between moving and stationary parts.
- Level bedplate and establish centerline, using straightedge, levels, and transit.
- Align machines or equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, lasers, or plumb bobs.
- Assemble and install equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
- Signal crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate, and align unit to centerline.
- Replace defective parts of machine, or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Conduct preventative maintenance and repair, and lubricate machines and equipment.
- Attach moving parts and subassemblies to basic assembly unit, using hand tools and power tools.
- Assemble machines, and bolt, weld, rivet, or otherwise fasten them to foundation or other structures, using hand tools and power tools.
- Lay out mounting holes, using measuring instruments, and drill holes with power drill.
- Position steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment, using blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
- Move machinery and equipment, using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
- Shrink-fit bushings, sleeves, rings, liners, gears, and wheels to specified items, using portable gas heating equipment.
- Dismantle machinery and equipment for shipment to installation site, performing installation and maintenance work as part of team.
- Weld, repair, and fabricate equipment or machinery.
- Dismantle machines, using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools.
- Fabricate and dismantle parts, equipment, and machines, using a cutting torch or other cutting equipment.
- Bolt parts, such as side and deck plates, jaw plates, and journals, to basic assembly unit.
- Construct foundation for machines, using hand tools and building materials such as wood, cement, and steel.
- Install robot and modify its program, using teach pendant.
- Troubleshoot equipment, electrical components, hydraulics, or other mechanical systems.
- Connect power unit to machines or steam piping to equipment, and test unit to evaluate its mechanical operation.
- Operate engine lathe to grind, file, and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications.
Learning Resources
More information on this occupation may be found in the links provided below.
Industrial machinery, installation, repair, and maintenance workers
Visit this link for additional information on this career from the Occupational Outlook Handbook; a publication produced and maintained by the United States Department of Labor.
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