Preparation
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Preparation zone | Zone 3 – Medium preparation needed |
| What O*NET says the zone requires | Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required |
| Broad occupation in O*NET | True (Yes) |
| Skills listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Abilities listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Tasks listed for this occupation | 5 |
| Interest scores given for this occupation | 6 |
Skills
The 6 skills with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Skill | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repairing | 2.B.3.l | 4.12 | 07/2017 |
| Equipment Maintenance | 2.B.3.j | 3.88 | 07/2017 |
| Troubleshooting | 2.B.3.k | 3.88 | 07/2017 |
| Critical Thinking | 2.A.2.a | 3.75 | 07/2017 |
| Equipment Selection | 2.B.3.c | 3.75 | 07/2017 |
| Quality Control Analysis | 2.B.3.m | 3.75 | 07/2017 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Abilities
The 6 abilities with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Ability | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finger Dexterity | 1.A.2.a.3 | 4.0 | 07/2017 |
| Near Vision | 1.A.4.a.1 | 3.88 | 07/2017 |
| Problem Sensitivity | 1.A.1.b.3 | 3.88 | 07/2017 |
| Manual Dexterity | 1.A.2.a.2 | 3.75 | 07/2017 |
| Arm-Hand Steadiness | 1.A.2.a.1 | 3.62 | 07/2017 |
| Information Ordering | 1.A.1.b.6 | 3.5 | 07/2017 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Tasks
The tasks O*NET records for this occupation, with the type, respondent count and date each record carries.
| Task | Type | Incumbents responding | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs. | Core | 68 | 07/2017 |
| Reassemble repaired electric motors to specified requirements and ratings, using hand tools and electrical meters. | Core | 67 | 07/2017 |
| Measure velocity, horsepower, revolutions per minute (rpm), amperage, circuitry, and voltage of units or parts to diagnose problems, using ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, and other testing devices. | Core | 67 | 07/2017 |
| Repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in electric motors, generators, and related equipment, using hand tools and power tools. | Core | 67 | 07/2017 |
| Lift units or parts such as motors or generators, using cranes or chain hoists, or signal crane operators to lift heavy parts or subassemblies. | Core | 67 | 07/2017 |
Work interests
The interest scores O*NET gives this occupation, on the six interest types.
| Interest | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Realistic | 7.0 | 11/2023 |
| Conventional | 4.09 | 11/2023 |
| Investigative | 2.78 | 11/2023 |
| Social | 1.14 | 11/2023 |
| Enterprising | 1.06 | 11/2023 |
| Artistic | 1.0 | 11/2023 |