What it pays
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Half of all Industrial Machinery Mechanics in the U.S. earn more than $64,520 a year — the middle 80% land between $46,120 and $95,170. About 439,640 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Industrial Machinery Mechanics”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Craft and related trades workers earn about ₹16,825 a month on average — around ₹2.0 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$64,520typical pay / year
439,640people in this work
$95,170+top 10% earn
₹2.0 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Make1
Install industrial machinery and equipment
+Install the new gear reducer and safety guarding on Line 2, bolt to the floor to factory torque, connect the…
Install industrial machinery and equipment
+Install the new gear reducer and safety guarding on Line 2, bolt to the floor to factory torque, connect the motor wiring per the provided single-line, pressure-test the hydraulic feed, commission with a one-hour no-load run and sign the install record.
The tools that do the workMaintenance planning and controlESCOjob descriptionsO*NET
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Analysing2
Disassemble machinery for troubleshooting
+Strip down the conveyor head at Bay B for diagnosis, tag and bag each fastener and sensor, log shaft and…
Disassemble machinery for troubleshooting
+Strip down the conveyor head at Bay B for diagnosis, tag and bag each fastener and sensor, log shaft and bearing clearances, photograph the drive train layout, then reassemble only after root-cause is confirmed and parts are staged.
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Weld machinery parts as needed
+Weld the cracked mount on the press platen using suitable filler, grind and dress to original profile, then…
Weld machinery parts as needed
+Weld the cracked mount on the press platen using suitable filler, grind and dress to original profile, then perform a dye-penetrant check and load test to factory tolerance before returning the press to production.
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Fixing1
Perform maintenance and repair
+Complete the weekly maintenance on Pump A: change seals, replace worn hoses, torque motor terminals to spec,…
Perform maintenance and repair
+Complete the weekly maintenance on Pump A: change seals, replace worn hoses, torque motor terminals to spec, bleed the system, verify pressure and flow, and file the repair log with parts used and time spent.
The tools that do the workMaintenance planning and controlESCOO*NET
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Learning1
Read technical manuals to understand equipment
+Study the binder for the palletiser controls, map the sensor inputs and motor ratings onto the plant…
Read technical manuals to understand equipment
+Study the binder for the palletiser controls, map the sensor inputs and motor ratings onto the plant single-line, note any discrepancies for electrical, and write a short action list for the procurement lead before tomorrow's shift meeting.
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The daily work16
Record parts or materials used and order or requisition new parts or materials, as necessary.
+Log parts and materials used on the conveyor motor rebuild, record quantities and condition, then raise a…
Record parts or materials used and order or requisition new parts or materials, as necessary.
+Log parts and materials used on the conveyor motor rebuild, record quantities and condition, then raise a requisition for replacement bearings and seal kits so stock is replenished before the next scheduled shutdown.
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Demonstrate equipment functions and features to machine operators.
+Run a hands-on demo of the new hydraulic press for the night shift operators on Thursday at 07:30, show safe…
Demonstrate equipment functions and features to machine operators.
+Run a hands-on demo of the new hydraulic press for the night shift operators on Thursday at 07:30, show safe start-up, teach the two-step emergency stop and the routine lubrication points, and collect signatures confirming competency.
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Assign schedules to work crews.
+Create the two-week crew rota assigning Jose, Maria and Lee to morning maintenance rounds, Marc and Tina to…
Assign schedules to work crews.
+Create the two-week crew rota assigning Jose, Maria and Lee to morning maintenance rounds, Marc and Tina to evenings for breakdown cover, include planned preventive tasks and note who is on call each weekend.
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Use diagnostic equipment to identify issues
+Run diagnostics on Pump A using the vibration meter and thermal camera, record fault codes and waveform…
Use diagnostic equipment to identify issues
+Run diagnostics on Pump A using the vibration meter and thermal camera, record fault codes and waveform screenshots, identify whether the issue is misalignment or bearing failure, and recommend next actions with estimated parts and downtime.
The tools that do the workKEYENCE PLC Ladder Logicjob descriptions
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Use hand tools, lathes, grinders, drill presses
+Turn the turret lathe and grinder to remake the worn coupling, mill the face to 0.02mm runout, deburr and…
Use hand tools, lathes, grinders, drill presses
+Turn the turret lathe and grinder to remake the worn coupling, mill the face to 0.02mm runout, deburr and harden the part, then log the fabrication steps and install the new coupling on Line 2 during the next planned window.
The tools that do the workBIT Corp ProMACS PLCjob descriptions
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Inspect industrial equipment
+Perform a walkaround inspection of Press Station 3, test electrical connections, check hydraulic pressure and…
Inspect industrial equipment
+Perform a walkaround inspection of Press Station 3, test electrical connections, check hydraulic pressure and hose condition, note measurements and any anomalies in the maintenance log, and flag any item needing immediate repair.
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Resolve equipment malfunctions
+Diagnose the persistent motor overheating on press line B, isolate and test the thermal cutout and bearings,…
Resolve equipment malfunctions
+Diagnose the persistent motor overheating on press line B, isolate and test the thermal cutout and bearings, replace the faulty capacitor and damaged wiring, run the motor at no-load for 30 minutes to confirm temperature stabilises, then log the repair in the maintenance record and notify production lead Sonia.
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Perform test run
+Run the conveyor test sequence for shift change: inspect belts and guards, start the sequence at slow speed,…
Perform test run
+Run the conveyor test sequence for shift change: inspect belts and guards, start the sequence at slow speed, gradually ramp to full operational speed while monitoring vibration and hydraulic pressure gauges, note any abnormal readings, stop and tag any fault for follow-up, then enter pass/fail and readings into the test log and tell supervisor Marco the results.
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Work on new machinery and equipment in operation
+Commission the new hydraulic press: check electrical wiring plans and tighten connections, bleed and…
Work on new machinery and equipment in operation
+Commission the new hydraulic press: check electrical wiring plans and tighten connections, bleed and pressurise the hydraulic circuits, run three short production cycles under supervision of operations lead Elena, verify safety interlocks and cycle timings, record setup parameters and any adjustments in the installation report, then hand over to production with a signed checklist.
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Perform maintenance on installed equipment
+Perform maintenance on the installed conveyor motor in Bay 3 tonight: isolate power, replace the worn bearing…
Perform maintenance on installed equipment
+Perform maintenance on the installed conveyor motor in Bay 3 tonight: isolate power, replace the worn bearing and seal, torque fasteners to spec, test run under load for 15 minutes and record readings in the equipment log before 07:00 tomorrow.
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Write records for repairs
+Write a clear repair record for the lathe headstock fix done today: list fault, parts replaced (bearing 6205,…
Write records for repairs
+Write a clear repair record for the lathe headstock fix done today: list fault, parts replaced (bearing 6205, gasket), start and finish times, tests performed, who signed off and next recommended inspection in 3 months.
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Electrical wiring plans
+Draw the electrical wiring plan for the new pump installation at Tank 2 showing supply feed, fused isolator,…
Electrical wiring plans
+Draw the electrical wiring plan for the new pump installation at Tank 2 showing supply feed, fused isolator, motor starter wiring, cable routes with lengths and conduit sizes, and a one-line diagram for maintenance reference.
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Secure working area
+Secure the working area around Press 1 before repairs: lock out and tag the power, rope off the floor, post a…
Secure working area
+Secure the working area around Press 1 before repairs: lock out and tag the power, rope off the floor, post a safety notice for operators, remove trip hazards, and log the isolation in the site safety book.
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Conduct routine machinery checks
+Conduct routine machinery checks on the packaging line this morning: inspect belts, check bearing…
Conduct routine machinery checks
+Conduct routine machinery checks on the packaging line this morning: inspect belts, check bearing temperatures, verify lubrication points, note any unusual vibration, and submit a checklist with photos to maintenance by noon.
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Inventory tracking
+Log parts used, new purchases, and surplus tools into inventory tracking for Building B repairs this week,…
Inventory tracking
+Log parts used, new purchases, and surplus tools into inventory tracking for Building B repairs this week, note vendor, cost, and location on each line, and schedule a reorder for broken locksets before Friday.
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Inventory tracking
+Log parts used on the three March 22 repairs, note returned surplus items, then update the inventory tracking…
Inventory tracking
+Log parts used on the three March 22 repairs, note returned surplus items, then update the inventory tracking for Building B supplies and create a purchase suggestion for anything below two units.
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