Ability to track data for many performance and maintenance parameters using maintenance tracking programs. Track the number of failures, mean time between failures, labour and material costs that were required to maintain equipment over specified time periods to determine if equipment operation can be improved to reduce the long term costs.
Ability to determine which materials and equipment to use for projects and decide the appropriate codes and standards to apply when completing these projects. Ability to also determine which measuring tools and methods to use.
Understanding of electrical and electronic schematic diagrams, blueprints and pneumatic/hydraulic systems. Consult product specification books to identify the capacities, dimensions and prices of particular pieces of equipment.