# Industrial Machinery Mechanics > Repair, install, adjust, or maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems. May also install, dismantle, or move machinery and heavy equipment according to plans. - Code: 49-9041.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 49-9041) - Family: [Installation, Maintenance & Repair](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-49), one of its 52 occupations - Tasks: 16 tasks (15 core and 1 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/49-9041.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/49-9041.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Repair or maintain the operating condition of industrial production or processing machinery or equipment. Core task · Task 11815 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2021 2. Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery or equipment. Core task · Task 11814 · Rated by 66 people who do the job, August 2021 3. Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery. Core task · Task 11820 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2021 4. Disassemble machinery or equipment to remove parts and make repairs. Core task · Task 11813 · Rated by 66 people who do the job, August 2021 5. Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs. Core task · Task 11817 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2021 6. Examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear. Core task · Task 11816 · Rated by 66 people who do the job, August 2021 7. Record repairs and maintenance performed. Core task · Task 11822 · Rated by 66 people who do the job, August 2021 8. Operate newly repaired machinery or equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs. Core task · Task 11819 · Rated by 66 people who do the job, August 2021 9. Record parts or materials used and order or requisition new parts or materials, as necessary. Core task · Task 11824 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2021 10. Observe and test the operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters or other testing devices. Core task · Task 11818 · Rated by 66 people who do the job, August 2021 11. Analyze test results, machine error messages, or information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems. Core task · Task 11821 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2021 12. Study blueprints or manufacturers' manuals to determine correct installation or operation of machinery. Core task · Task 11823 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2021 13. Cut and weld metal to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, or assemble new equipment. Core task · Task 11825 · Rated by 66 people who do the job, August 2021 14. Enter codes and instructions to program computer-controlled machinery. Core task · Task 11827 · Rated by 66 people who do the job, August 2021 15. Demonstrate equipment functions and features to machine operators. Core task · Task 11826 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2021 16. Assign schedules to work crews. Supplemental task · Task 23935 · Rated by 65 people who do the job, August 2021 ## More in Installation, Maintenance & Repair - [Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/49-3011.00): 38 tasks - [Audiovisual Equipment Installers and Repairers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/49-2097.00): 11 tasks - [Automotive Body and Related Repairers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/49-3021.00): 25 tasks - [Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/49-3022.00): 18 tasks - [Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/49-3023.00): 30 tasks - [Avionics Technicians](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/49-2091.00): 13 tasks - [Bicycle Repairers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/49-3091.00): 14 tasks - [Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/49-3031.00): 26 tasks - [Camera and Photographic Equipment Repairers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/49-9061.00): 15 tasks - 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