CODE: 639.281-022Buy the DOT:Download/CD-ROM
TITLE(s): MEDICAL-EQUIPMENT REPAIRER (protective dev.; retail trade) alternate titles: durable

medical equipment repairer; wheelchair repairer Repairs medical equipment, such as manual or powered wheelchairs, hospital beds, and suction equipment, using knowledge of equipment function and handtools: Test operates and examines malfunctioning equipment to determine cause of malfunction. Disassembles and inspects equipment to locate defective components, such as motors, valves, and electrical controls, using test instruments and handtools. Replaces defective parts, and solders, tightens, and aligns parts which have become loose or out of adjustment, using handtools and soldering iron. Cleans, lubricates, and polishes equipment components to restore surface, using solvent, polish, rags, and grease gun. Test operates unit to ensure equipment functions according to manufacturer's specifications. Occasionally installs modified parts, such as respirator equipment or foot rest, onto wheelchairs, according to customer specification, and fills parts orders from customers.
GOE: 05.10.02 STRENGTH: H GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 86
ONET CROSSWALK: 85908 Electromedical and Biomedical Equipment Repairers