skillfactor-pipeline/skills/ski-lift-operator/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — ski lift operator

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 49-2092.00 (Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 7412; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

Task statements

• [Core] Measure velocity, horsepower, revolutions per minute (rpm), amperage, circuitry, and voltage of units or parts to diagnose problems, using ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, and other testing devices.
• [Core] Record repairs required, parts used, and labor time.
• [Core] Reassemble repaired electric motors to specified requirements and ratings, using hand tools and electrical meters.
• [Supplemental] Maintain stocks of parts.
• [Core] Repair and rebuild defective mechanical parts in electric motors, generators, and related equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
• [Supplemental] Rewire electrical systems, and repair or replace electrical accessories.
• [Core] Inspect electrical connections, wiring, relays, charging resistance boxes, and storage batteries, following wiring diagrams.
• [Core] Read service guides to find information needed to perform repairs.
• [Core] Inspect and test equipment to locate damage or worn parts and diagnose malfunctions, or read work orders or schematic drawings to determine required repairs.
• [Supplemental] Solder, wrap, and coat wires to ensure proper insulation.
• [Supplemental] Assemble electrical parts such as alternators, generators, starting devices, and switches, following schematic drawings and using hand, machine, and power tools.
• [Core] Lubricate moving parts.
• [Supplemental] Remove and replace defective parts such as coil leads, carbon brushes, and wires, using soldering equipment.
• [Core] Disassemble defective equipment so that repairs can be made, using hand tools.
• [Core] Lift units or parts such as motors or generators, using cranes or chain hoists, or signal crane operators to lift heavy parts or subassemblies.
• [Core] Weld, braze, or solder electrical connections.
• [Supplemental] Reface, ream, and polish commutators and machine parts to specified tolerances, using machine tools.
• [Core] Adjust working parts, such as fan belts, contacts, and springs, using hand tools and gauges.
• [Supplemental] Clean cells, cell assemblies, glassware, leads, electrical connections, and battery poles, using scrapers, steam, water, emery cloths, power grinders, or acid.
• [Core] Scrape and clean units or parts, using cleaning solvents and equipment such as buffing wheels.
• [Supplemental] Rewind coils on cores in slots, or make replacement coils, using coil-winding machines.
• [Supplemental] Cut and form insulation, and insert insulation into armature, rotor, or stator slots.
• [Supplemental] Set machinery for proper performance, using computers.
• [Supplemental] Verify and adjust alignments and dimensions of parts, using gauges and tracing lathes.
• [Supplemental] Test equipment for overheating, using speed gauges and thermometers.
• [Supplemental] Steam-clean polishing and buffing wheels to remove abrasives and bonding materials, and spray, brush, or recoat surfaces as necessary.
• [Supplemental] Test battery charges, and replace or recharge batteries as necessary.
• [Supplemental] Repair and operate battery-charging equipment.
• [Supplemental] Sharpen tools such as saws, picks, shovels, screwdrivers, and scoops, either manually or by using bench grinders and emery wheels.
• [Supplemental] Seal joints with putty, mortar, and asbestos, using putty extruders and knives.
• [Supplemental] Hammer out dents and twists in tools and equipment.

Detailed work activities

• Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Assemble electrical components, subsystems, or systems.
• Braze metal parts or components.
• Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.
• Communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs.
• Cut materials according to specifications or needs.
• Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
• Fabricate parts or components.
• Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects.
• Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.
• Install insulation in equipment or structures.
• Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning.
• Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
• Maintain repair or maintenance records.
• Measure equipment outputs.
• Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.
• Read technical information needed to perform maintenance or repairs.
• Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed.
• Reassemble equipment after repair.
• Rebuild parts or components.
• Remove dents from equipment, materials, tools or structures.
• Remove parts or components from equipment.
• Repair defective engines or engine components.
• Repair electrical components.
• Repair electronic equipment.
• Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
• Rewire electrical or electronic systems.
• Seal gaps or cracks to prevent leakage or moisture intrusion.
• Sharpen cutting or grinding tools.
• Smooth surfaces of objects or equipment.
• Solder parts or connections between parts.
• Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
• Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning.