Vocational Training as Plant Mechanic

Before starting the production of industrial machines, pipelines and the like, the plant mechanic develops assembly and maintenance plans based on technical drawings and other documents – he does this in close consultation with the client. He also organizes the assembly work
and selects materials, machines and tools. Manufacture of individual parts: As a plant mechanic, you manufacture individual components for larger machines, apparatus and devices in various industrial sectors such as boilers, pipes or tanks either by hand or with the help of special machines. For example, shaped pieces are drawn out and the sheet metal is then cut manually with tin snips or computer- controlled milling machines. The individual components are assembled into assemblies or systems -for example by welding – and the functions are set and checked. If a conversion or an extension of the system is necessary, the system mechanic with his know-how is again in demand.

Assembly and inspection: The system mechanic assembles the manufactured parts on site at the customer’s site. To do this, he first has to dismantle the finished systems again, depending on their size, so that they can be transported to the customer by truck, plane or ship. Installation also includes putting the system into operation – and checking its functionality again. The plant mechanic examines the devices for transport damage and eliminates any quality defects. He logs every step.

Instruction of the customer: After successful assembly, it is the task of the system mechanic to explain the function and use of the system to the customer or client. Information about the technical systems and products is passed on to the customer, informed about legal requirements and the maintenance conditions are explained. Plant mechanics are also responsible for the maintenance of plants themselves. They maintain the existing facilities regularly. They also regularly inspect the equipment they work with.