Industrial Maintenance

Industrial maintenance mechanics:

  • Install, adjust, maintain, and repair industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems
  • Examine parts for defects such as breakage or excessive wear
  • Diagnose equipment problems through the analysis of test results, machine error messages and information obtained from operators
  • Use problem solving, mechanical ability and manual dexterity to keep production lines running

Their work is critical to the success of production and processing endeavors. Troubleshooting, mechanical aptitude and critical thinking are essential skills. Work varies daily.


Career and salary information

Visit the MoSCORES website for information on MCC's programs, including length, credit hours, and wage and employment data. Search Metropolitan Community College. Note: The historical data listed is informational and can vary based on the number of credit hours students earn, local wage conditions and other factors.

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