Bearing Maintenance

Aliases: Bearing Mechanic, Bearing Technician

Industry/Sector(s): Iron and Steel

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Bearing Maintenance is expected to perform include:

Inspecting and identifying problems in the equipment
Rectifying the root cause of the problems by replacing the bearings, lubricating the bearings, etc.
Ensuring fitness of all types of bearings in the plant
Undertaking routine maintenance work

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It requires physical activity
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week for 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system may be available
Overtime may be required

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ¹

Preferably, 10^th
Certified training for Bearing Maintenance (programme aligned to ISC/Q0816 released by Indian Iron and Steel Sector Skills Council of India)

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Ability to understand engineering drawings of the equipment
Well-versed with tools, tackles and equipment like lifting equipment, various size of spanner, dial gauge, etc. used for bearing maintenance job
Proficient with various type of lubricants and their respective usage
Adept with various types of bearing maintenance and changing procedure
Well-versed with normal running characteristics of relevant equipment
Knowledge of implications of not adhering to sequence of activities and operations for bearing maintenance
Two weeks of hands-on training

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and with a team
Training in machining, welding, gas cutting, assembling
Training in working knowledge of tools and fixture
Training in 5S and safety practices
Training in working at heights, confined spaces and high temperatures

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Schools across India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

For scholarship and schemes, use further links like:

https://scholarships.gov.in/

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

http://dget.gov.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/ELECTRONICS_MECHANIC(1).pdf

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ⁴

Manager

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Supervisor

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Bearing Maintenance

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Helper

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ³

For candidates with experience - Rs 15,830 to Rs 22,150 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ¹

Generally, 0-2 years with ITI graduation is required otherwise 3-5 years in case of 10^th pass is required
Generally, in lieu of minimum qualification, 6-7 years of relevant experience in the similar field/function as Utility Hand/Helper is required

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ³

Iron and steel factories

KEYWORDS

Bearing Mechanic
Bearing Technician

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	7233.0301	Bearing Maintenance
ISCO 2008	7233	Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
NIC 2008	28140	Manufacture of bearings, gears, gearing and driving elements
QP Reference	ISC/Q0816	Bearing Maintenance
NSQF	Level 3	Not available

REFERENCES

1	http://www.nsdcindia.org/sites/default/files/files/Bearing-Maintenance_V160115.pdf
2	http://www.ccdisabilities.nic.in/page.php?s=reg&t=def&p=list_jobsNew
3	http://sailcareers.com/pdf/ADV_FULL_04_2014_OCTT.ACTT.pdf
4	http://dget.nic.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/publication/Des-Div-8.pdf

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