# Maintenance Workers, Machinery > Lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other routine machinery maintenance. - Code: 49-9043.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 49-9043) - Family: [Installation, Maintenance & Repair](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-49), one of its 52 occupations - Tasks: 18 tasks (17 core and 1 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/49-9043.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/49-9043.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists. Core task · Task 11833 · Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2024 2. Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work. Core task · Task 11828 · Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2024 3. Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information. Core task · Task 11834 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2024 4. Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specified procedures. Core task · Task 11831 · Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2024 5. Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications. Core task · Task 11832 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2024 6. Set up and operate machines, and adjust controls to regulate operations. Core task · Task 11836 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2024 7. Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment. Core task · Task 11837 · Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2024 8. Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance. Core task · Task 11835 · Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2024 9. Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs. Core task · Task 11830 · Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2024 10. Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems. Core task · Task 11829 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2024 11. Transport machine parts, tools, equipment, and other material between work areas and storage, using cranes, hoists, or dollies. Core task · Task 11839 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2024 12. Collect and discard worn machine parts and other refuse to maintain machinery and work areas. Core task · Task 11840 · Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2024 13. Inventory and requisition machine parts, equipment, and other supplies so that stock can be maintained and replenished. Core task · Task 11838 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2024 14. Remove hardened material from machines or machine parts, using abrasives, power and hand tools, jackhammers, sledgehammers, or other equipment. Core task · Task 11843 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2024 15. Replace, empty, or replenish machine and equipment containers such as gas tanks or boxes. Core task · Task 11845 · Rated by 59 people who do the job, August 2024 16. Clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment. Core task · Task 11841 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2024 17. Replace or repair metal, wood, leather, glass, or other lining in machines, or in equipment compartments or containers. Core task · Task 11842 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2024 18. Measure, mix, prepare, and test chemical solutions used to clean or repair machinery and equipment. 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