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Heating and Air Conditioning Mechanics and Installers

Install, service, or repair heating and air conditioning systems in residences or commercial establishments.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.44)
  2. Follow through, get things done - People (4.16)
  3. Construct - Things (4.15)
  4. Use my brain - Data (4.12)
  5. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.11)
  6. Shape, model, sculpt - Things (4.03)
  7. Make, produce, manufacture - Things (4.03)
  8. Set up, assemble - Things (4.03)
  9. Interview, draw out - People (3.98)
  10. Repair - Things (3.96)
  11. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.95)
  12. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.95)
  13. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.88)
  14. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.88)
  15. Use my intuition - Data (3.75)
  16. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (3.75)
  17. Operate, drive - Things (3.70)
  18. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (3.64)
  19. Imagine - Data (3.62)
  20. Visualize, including in three dimensions - Data (3.62)
  21. Manipulate - Things (3.62)
  22. Use my body, hands, fingers, with unusual dexterity or strength - Things (3.62)
  23. Listen - People (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Installation (4.00)
  2. Troubleshooting (4.00)
  3. Repairing (3.88)
  4. Operation Monitoring (3.75)
  5. Equipment Maintenance (3.75)
  6. Quality Control Analysis (3.62)
  7. Active Listening (3.50)
  1. Near Vision (3.88)
  2. Problem Sensitivity (3.75)
  3. Perceptual Speed (3.62)
  4. Visualization (3.62)
  5. Finger Dexterity (3.62)
  6. Manual Dexterity (3.50)
  7. Multilimb Coordination (3.50)
  8. Trunk Strength (3.50)
  9. Extent Flexibility (3.50)
  1. Dependability (4.59)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.44)
  3. Cooperation (4.35)
  4. Integrity (4.28)
  5. Self Control (4.18)
  6. Persistence (4.16)
  7. Initiative (4.13)
  8. Stress Tolerance (4.12)
  9. Analytical Thinking (4.12)
  10. Achievement/Effort (4.02)
  11. Independence (4.01)
  12. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.00)
  13. Concern for Others (3.95)
  14. Innovation (3.88)
  15. Leadership (3.65)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Performing General Physical Activities (4.15)
  2. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.11)
  3. Handling and Moving Objects (4.03)
  4. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (3.99)
  5. Getting Information (3.98)
  6. Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (3.96)
  7. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.84)
  8. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.75)
  9. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (3.70)
  10. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.66)
  11. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.64)
  12. Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (3.60)
  1. Install Insulating Materials (4.15)
  2. Install Sheet Metal Assemblies In Supportive Framework (4.15)
  3. Install/String Electrical Or Electronic Cable Or Wiring (4.15)
  4. Apply Cleaning Solvents (4.15)
  5. Move Or Fit Heavy Objects (4.15)
  6. Cut, Bend, Or Thread Pipe For Gas, Air, Hydraulic, Or Water Lines (4.15)
  7. Determine Project Methods And Procedures (4.11)
  8. Bend Tubing Or Conduit (4.03)
  9. Fabricate, Assemble, Or Disassemble Manufactured Products By Hand (4.03)
  10. Assemble And Install Pipe Sections, Fittings, Or Plumbing Fixtures (4.03)
  11. Bend Pipes (4.03)
  12. Conduct Performance Testing (3.99)
  13. Pressure Test Piping System Or Equipment For Leaks (3.99)
  14. Read Technical Drawings (3.98)
  15. Obtain Information From Clients, Customers, Or Patients (3.98)
  16. Read Work Order, Instructions, Formulas, Or Processing Charts (3.98)
  17. Read Blueprints (3.98)
  18. Read Specifications (3.98)
  19. Read Schematics (3.98)
  20. Assemble, Dismantle, Or Reassemble Equipment Or Machinery (3.96)
  21. Lubricate Machinery, Equipment, Or Parts (3.96)
  22. Install Equipment Or Attachments On Machinery Or Related Structures (3.96)
  23. Diagnose Mechanical Problems In Machinery Or Equipment (3.96)
  24. Adjust Or Set Mechanical Controls Or Components (3.96)
  25. Maintain Or Repair Industrial Or Related Equipment/Machinery (3.96)
  26. Position, Align, Or Level Machines, Equipment, Or Structures (3.96)
  27. Inspect Machinery Or Equipment To Determine Adjustments Or Repairs Needed (3.96)
  28. Repair Or Adjust Measuring Or Control Devices (3.96)
  29. Repair Or Replace Gas, Steam, Sewer, Or Water Piping Or Fixtures (3.96)
  30. Maintain Or Repair Work Tools Or Equipment (3.96)
  31. Test Mechanical Products Or Equipment (3.96)
  32. Conduct Tests To Locate Mechanical System Malfunction (3.96)
  33. Repair Or Replace Malfunctioning Or Worn Mechanical Components (3.96)
  34. Maintain Welding Machines Or Equipment (3.96)
  35. Understand Service Or Repair Manuals (3.84)
  36. Understand Technical Operating, Service Or Repair Manuals (3.84)
  37. Understand Detailed Electronic Design Specifications (3.84)
  38. Identify Properties Of Metals For Repair Or Fabrication Activities (3.84)
  39. Use Knowledge Of Metric System (3.75)
  40. Use Basic Plumbing Techniques (3.75)
  41. Use Knowledge Of Ventilation Systems (3.75)
  42. Use Oral Or Written Communication Techniques (3.75)
  43. Use Knowledge Of Welding Filler Rod Types (3.75)
  44. Use Combination Welding Procedures (3.75)
  45. Perform Safety Inspections In Industrial, Manufacturing Or Repair Setting (3.64)
  46. Adhere To Safety Procedures (3.64)
  47. Repair Refrigeration Or Hvac Equipment (3.60)
  48. Replace Electronic Components (3.60)
  49. Install Or Replace Meters, Regulators, Or Related Measuring Or Control Devices (3.60)
  50. Install Electrical Conduit Or Tubing (3.60)
  51. Install/Connect Electrical Equipment To Power Circuit (3.60)
  52. Test Electrical/Electronic Wiring, Equipment, Systems Or Fixtures (3.60)
  53. Analyze Operation Of Malfunctioning Electrical Or Electronic Equipment (3.60)
  54. Test Electronic Or Electrical Circuit Connections (3.60)
  55. Install Electronic Equipment, Components, Or Systems (3.60)
  56. Repair Or Replace Electrical Wiring, Circuits, Fixtures, Or Equipment (3.60)
  57. Install Electrical Fixtures Or Components (3.60)