Mechanical Door Repairers Occupation Details

General Job Description and Education/Training Levels for Mechanical Door Repairers

The main tasks and work activities of Mechanical Door Repairers are to adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance, assemble mechanical components or machine parts, gather information about work conditions or locations, collect payments for goods or services. In general, for the Mechanical Door Repairers, critical Thinking, quality Control Analysis, speaking, active Listening and other 12 skills are required.

Mechanical Door Repairers Job Description
Education	These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Related Experience	Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Job Training	Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Example	These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, and tellers.

The following chart shows the education/training levels for Mechanical Door Repairers jobs. 70.83% of Mechanical Door Repairers have High School Diploma (or the equivalent) and 11.80% of Mechanical Door Repairers have Post-Secondary Certificate.

Less than a High School Diploma

17.25%

High School Diploma (or the equivalent)

70.83%

Post-Secondary Certificate

11.80%

Some College Courses

0.12%

Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)

0.00%

Bachelor's Degree and Above

0.00%

Tasks and Work Activities of Mechanical Door Repairers

Adjust doors to open or close with the correct amount of effort or make simple adjustments to electric openers.
Wind large springs with upward motion of arm.
Inspect job sites, assessing headroom, side room, or other conditions to determine appropriateness of door for a given location.
Collect payment upon job completion.
Complete required paperwork, such as work orders, according to services performed or required.
Fasten angle iron back-hangers to ceilings and tracks, using fasteners or welding equipment.
Repair or replace worn or broken door parts, using hand tools.
Carry springs to tops of doors, using ladders or scaffolding, and attach springs to tracks to install spring systems.
Set doors into place or stack hardware sections into openings after rail or track installation.
Remove or disassemble defective automatic mechanical door closers, using hand tools.
Install door frames, rails, steel rolling curtains, electronic-eye mechanisms, or electric door openers and closers, using power tools, hand tools, and electronic test equipment.
Assemble and fasten tracks to structures or bucks, using impact wrenches or welding equipment.
Run low voltage wiring on ceiling surfaces, using insulated staples.
Cut door stops or angle irons to fit openings.
Study blueprints and schematic diagrams to determine appropriate methods of installing or repairing automated door openers.
Operate lifts, winches, or chain falls to move heavy curtain doors.
Order replacement springs, sections, or slats.
Bore or cut holes in flooring as required for installation, using hand or power tools.
Set in and secure floor treadles for door activating mechanisms; then connect power packs and electrical panelboards to treadles.
Lubricate door closer oil chambers and pack spindles with leather washers.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or EquipmentRunning, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
Performing General Physical ActivitiesPerforming physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
Getting InformationObserving, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Handling and Moving ObjectsUsing hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or MaterialInspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and EventsIdentifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Making Decisions and Solving ProblemsAnalyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical EquipmentServicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesProviding information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Performing for or Working Directly with the PublicPerforming for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Assemble mechanical components or machine parts.
Gather information about work conditions or locations.
Collect payments for goods or services.
Document operational activities.
Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.
Move materials, equipment, or supplies.
Position equipment using hand tools, power tools, or heavy equipment.
Remove parts or components from equipment.
Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.
Install hardware or other interior fixtures.
Assemble structural components.
Run wiring to connect equipment.
Cut materials according to specifications or needs.
Interpret blueprints, specifications, or diagrams to inform installation, development or operation activities.
Move large objects using heavy equipment.
Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.
Connect electrical components or equipment.

Skills and Abilities for Mechanical Door Repairers

Critical ThinkingUsing logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Quality Control AnalysisConducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
SpeakingTalking to others to convey information effectively.
Active ListeningGiving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
InstallationInstalling equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Reading ComprehensionUnderstanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Service OrientationActively looking for ways to help people.
InstructingTeaching others how to do something.
CoordinationAdjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Social PerceptivenessBeing aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
MonitoringMonitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Active LearningUnderstanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
RepairingRepairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Operation MonitoringWatching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Complex Problem SolvingIdentifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Arm-Hand SteadinessThe ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Manual DexterityThe ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Near VisionThe ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Trunk StrengthThe ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
Problem SensitivityThe ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
Extent FlexibilityThe ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Static StrengthThe ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Finger DexterityThe ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Oral ComprehensionThe ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Information OrderingThe ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
Multilimb CoordinationThe ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
Oral ExpressionThe ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Speech ClarityThe ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Control PrecisionThe ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
Written ComprehensionThe ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Speech RecognitionThe ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Visual Color DiscriminationThe ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
VisualizationThe ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
Gross Body EquilibriumThe ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
Gross Body CoordinationThe ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.

Adjustable wrenchese.g. Adjustable hand wrenches
Impact wrenchese.g. Air wrenches
Bench grindere.g. Bench grinders
Crimping plierse.g. Cable crimpers
Wire or cable cuttere.g. Cable cutters
Wire and cable pulling devicee.g. Cable pullers
Power sawse.g. Circular saws
Cleaning scraperse.g. Cleaning scrapers
Hand trucks or accessoriese.g. Convertible hand trucks
Power drillse.g. Cordless drills
Jigsawe.g. Cordless jigsaws
Power sanderse.g. Cordless sanders
Multimeterse.g. Digital multimeters
Oscilloscopese.g. Digital oscilloscopes
Power sawse.g. Electric saws
Cold chiselse.g. Flat cold chisels
Flat hand filee.g. Flat hand files
Wood gougee.g. Gouges
Planese.g. Hand planers
Power routerse.g. Handheld power routers

MechanicalKnowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Customer and Personal ServiceKnowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Building and ConstructionKnowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Engineering and TechnologyKnowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Mechanical Door Repairers Occupation Detailed Description

Tasks and Work Activities of Mechanical Door Repairers

Skills and Abilities for Mechanical Door Repairers