Instrument Repair Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technician who performs inspection, maintenance, calibration, and repair of various measuring instruments and optical equipment.
Description
Instrument repair workers specialize in the inspection, maintenance, repair, and calibration of various measuring instruments and optical equipment used in factories, research facilities, medical institutions, and elsewhere. After acceptance inspection of the equipment, they diagnose faulty areas, disassemble, clean, and adjust parts, and perform part replacements or repairs as necessary. They use calibration equipment to verify accuracy and adjust measurements to fall within specifications. They also create maintenance records, report to customers, engage in quality control, and are required to acquire knowledge of the latest equipment and software.
Future Outlook
With advancing electronic and optical technologies and the introduction of automation systems, demand for highly specialized calibration and repair skills remains stable. Personnel skilled in IoT compatibility and software are even more valued.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / In-House Lab Work / On-Site at Customer Premises / Overtime Available / Shift Work
Career Path
Technical Apprentice → Instrument Repair Worker → Senior Instrument Repair Worker → Team Leader → Maintenance Manager
Required Skills
Basic Electrical Circuits / Disassembly and Assembly Technology / Measuring Instrument Calibration Technology / Soldering Technology / Tool Usage Technology
Recommended Skills
Basic Electrical and Electronic Circuit Design / Basic Optical Knowledge / Quality Control Methods (QC) / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute adjustments to fine parts and high-precision work allow no errors. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to accurately identify the cause of failure and establish a repair plan. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because accurate repair of existing equipment is prioritized over innovative ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Metrologist
- Second-Class Metrologist
Aliases
- Measuring Instrument Technician
- Optical Equipment Maintenance Engineer
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- Electronic Equipment Repair Worker
- Maintenance Engineer
- Mechanical Maintenance Worker