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Mechanical Engineering Technicians

Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, test, or calibrate machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.19)
  2. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.12)
  3. Consult - People (3.91)
  4. Use my brain - Data (3.91)
  5. Listen - People (3.88)
  6. Operate, drive - Things (3.81)
  7. Make, produce, manufacture - Things (3.77)
  8. Research - Data (3.77)
  9. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.77)
  10. Use my intuition - Data (3.75)
  11. Follow through, get things done - People (3.72)
  12. Imagine - Data (3.72)
  13. Construct - Things (3.65)
  14. Plan - Data (3.65)
  15. Communicate well, in person - People (3.62)
  16. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.62)
  17. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.61)
  18. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.61)
  19. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (3.56)
  20. Solve problems - Data (3.52)
  21. Advise - People (3.52)
  22. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.50)
  23. Organize, classify - Data (3.50)
  24. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.50)
  25. Speak - People (3.50)
  26. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Reading Comprehension (3.75)
  2. Active Listening (3.75)
  3. Critical Thinking (3.62)
  4. Operation Monitoring (3.62)
  5. Speaking (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (3.88)
  2. Problem Sensitivity (3.75)
  3. Deductive Reasoning (3.75)
  4. Written Comprehension (3.62)
  5. Oral Expression (3.62)
  6. Near Vision (3.62)
  7. Inductive Reasoning (3.50)
  8. Information Ordering (3.50)
  1. Dependability (4.29)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.19)
  3. Cooperation (3.97)
  4. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.92)
  5. Stress Tolerance (3.91)
  6. Analytical Thinking (3.91)
  7. Initiative (3.86)
  8. Integrity (3.82)
  9. Independence (3.80)
  10. Persistence (3.72)
  11. Achievement/Effort (3.62)
  12. Leadership (3.61)
  13. Innovation (3.61)
  14. Concern for Others (3.50)
  15. Self Control (3.50)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Getting Information (4.40)
  2. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.27)
  3. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.26)
  4. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.19)
  5. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.12)
  6. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.09)
  7. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.91)
  8. Documenting/Recording Information (3.88)
  9. Controlling Machines and Processes (3.81)
  10. Interacting With Computers (3.79)
  11. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.77)
  12. Thinking Creatively (3.72)
  13. Processing Information (3.67)
  14. Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (3.65)
  15. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.63)
  16. Analyzing Data or Information (3.56)
  17. Handling and Moving Objects (3.54)
  18. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.54)
  19. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.53)
  20. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (3.52)
  1. Read Blueprints (4.40)
  2. Read Schematics (4.40)
  3. Read Technical Drawings (4.40)
  4. Read Vehicle Manufacturer's Specifications (4.40)
  5. Understand Service Or Repair Manuals (4.27)
  6. Understand Technical Operating, Service Or Repair Manuals (4.27)
  7. Understand Engineering Data Or Reports (4.27)
  8. Conduct Performance Testing (4.26)
  9. Examine Engineering Documents For Completeness Or Accuracy (4.12)
  10. Inspect Facilities Or Equipment For Regulatory Compliance (4.12)
  11. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (3.91)
  12. Record Test Results, Test Procedures, Or Inspection Data (3.88)
  13. Use Electrical Or Electronic Test Devices Or Equipment (3.81)
  14. Use Precision Measuring Tools Or Equipment (3.81)
  15. Set Up And Operate Variety Of Machine Tools (3.81)
  16. Operate Precision Test Equipment (3.81)
  17. Operate Metal Or Plastic Fabricating Equipment/Machinery (3.81)
  18. Operate Pneumatic Test Equipment (3.81)
  19. Use Drafting Or Mechanical Drawing Techniques (3.77)
  20. Use Robotics Systems Technology (3.77)
  21. Use Scientific Research Methodology (3.77)
  22. Follow Statistical Process Control Procedures (3.77)
  23. Use Technical Information In Manufacturing Or Industrial Activities (3.77)
  24. Use Knowledge Of Metric System (3.77)
  25. Use Technical Regulations For Engineering Problems (3.77)
  26. Follow Manufacturing Methods Or Techniques (3.77)
  27. Calculate Engineering Specifications (3.65)
  28. Draw Prototypes, Plans, Or Maps To Scale (3.65)
  29. Analyze Engineering Design Problems (3.56)
  30. Analyze Technical Data, Designs, Or Preliminary Specifications (3.56)
  31. Evaluate Engineering Data (3.56)
  32. Analyze Engineering Test Data (3.56)
  33. Estimate Cost For Engineering Projects (3.54)
  34. Recommend Solutions To Engineering Problems (3.52)