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4315-13 Business Machine Mechanic

Maintains, adjusts and repairs typewriters, calculators, cash registers and other commercial and office machines.

Skill Level:

The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.

Tasks Include:

• examines and operates machines, and consults customers to determine causes of malfunctions
• disassembles machines and examines components
• repairs or replaces defective parts
• reassembles, test-operates and adjusts machines
• cleans machine parts and interiors of machines
• undertakes routine work on electrical or electronic components by repairing or replacing faulty parts or wiring
• uses electrical and electronic testing equipment
• advises users of correct operating procedures to prevent malfunctions