Industrial Maintenance Interview Questions
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 พ.ค. 2020
- This video is about my experience with maintenance interviews questions and answers. This isn't a robot talking, I'm a real person with years of experience! If you have Questions, leave a comment below and ill try to help! If you think the video helped, let me know and ill try to do another one with more Q's and A's! thanks for watching!
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My interview.... are u a team player? Hell yea! ...... whats your greatest weakness? Working with others 😝
Haha! Others might answer "when others don't do what i tell them to as I yelled at them"
Thank you for your help and these informations. I got asked those questions multiple times and i can confirm you know what youre talking about.
An instructor in college said the same about interviewing. I've done it as much as I can, and now my resume stays updated and I'm unusually comfortable in interviews. My response to the "How do you work in teams?" question has always been "Depends on the team"... just being honest lol
Yea, if im fighting for a job vs other ppl i wanna be the one prepared and holding the cards. Half the time the recruiter still wants me to do the interview to show that they can find ppl to fill those roles or use me to find out the questions there asking for the next guy. hate to call it a game but it kinda is
I’m also an industrial maintenance technician in the Kansas City area. Still newer, only 3 years as a tech under my belt. Love this content, man. Thank you!
Thanks! Haha maybe I'll end up working with you at some point. Maintenance here in kc seems to be small in terms of automotive if that's what your in
@@IndustrialMaintenance that would be awesome!
No, we are in a DC for a heavy equipment parts company. It’s about what you’d expect as far as work, but we’re migrating towards focusing on automation.
Hell, if you ever switch around and wind up in Olathe I’d love to learn from you. May have a supervisor spot opening at some point lol
@@haifischmanndeutsch haha spent enough time in Olathe, used to live by that home depot off 135th street. One day I'll leave the automotive world but the pay is worth the headache for now
@@IndustrialMaintenance I hear that, brother lol. It’s a small world!
Thanks a ton for this video 💪
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Great advise got a interview tomorrow. First time I saw this and you mention 1 interview every two months made me seek out jobs. Worst thing that can happen is they say no.
Yea I don't search myself unless it's a toxic environment, like my job now I actually don't see leaving anytime soon. I'd still go if a company wanted me to but you never know what's out there. Ive done 0 since the new job but all the jobs before I went on one per 2 months at least
If they ask you Qs I didn't cover lemme know, I'll do a 2nd one day so anything I can add to help others is appreciated
Actually went exactly how you said. I felt comfortable like I had heard it all already. I think they were impressed I had my tools with me ready. They offered the job about 6 dollar per hour more.
You should do a video on how to properly quit a job.
@@savagesosa how to properly quit? What happened man?
Shout out KC. I’m an hour East working security with military background. Looking into apprenticeship program at State Fair Community College. 33yrs old with a BA in Liberal Studies..... yeah. Thanks for the video.
Never understand why military doesn’t offer more hands on degrees. So many vets get out with generic degrees thinking they are set because They are vets with a degree. Not so much.
I became a journeyman industrial mechanic, through aviation maintenance. Kind of crazy thinking back.
Now days a lot of operators that are good help are getting in. I love it and think it's great
Easiest questions to weed someone out are :
1)if you have a 3 phase motor and its backwards what can you do to make it run properly
2) do you have your own tools
3) do you have a car
4) what does a fuse do
5) if a coil normally has 100 ohms but is now reading 50ohms what likely happened
6) ask them there process of elimination to fix anything
7) ask them mechanical questions such as gear ⚙️ one earlier
8) ask them a question that puts them in a tough spot and see their professionalism such as, would you be willing to share your tools with our employees, do you think you could work sundays, just to see how they respond to bullshit
We had a guy tell us that if we flipped the motor upside down we could get it to go the other way, I mean he wasn't wrong per say.. haha
I actually had one company have a panel up and had to find the issue and why I did what I did. All they told me was "it make a weird nose so the operator turned it off" nothing was wrong just had to turn the thing on haha
Lol 😂😂😂 it sounds like you work with some smart people 👌 i have had people tell me stuff like my fan wont work, lol plug it in buddy that might help 😂
Yea, I try to keep it simple but sometimes I get in a direction and it's hard to step back and start over with new line of thinking
May sound stupid, but what is the answer to the 5th one?
Working in a machine shop is very hydraulic heavy. Hydraulic questions include determining force on a cylinder , different valve centers, being able to explain different pumps , compensator circuits and being able to read schematics fluently. In Ohio I have found there are less people skilled in hydraulics than other areas in the industrial maintenance field.
Yea it's the force or size/type of hose/line and size of cylinder that I have little to 0 knowledge of
@@IndustrialMaintenance right , so the way you calculate force is surface area multiplied by the amount of pressure. As far as hose and fitting sizes go it’s in 16th increments so a 4 would be a 1/4 an 8 is a 1/2 and so on. All different types of hoses and fittings and seals tho ! I noticed you had a electrical controls book of like to become more fluent in that area. I do mostly mechanical work but everything here is starting to gear multi -craft. Also most of the testing companies seam to be doing is that Ramsay tests.
@@jamesdenune169 yea I feel like I can hold my own in all but hydraulics or if it comes to lathes and mills
@@IndustrialMaintenance yeah I’d much rather work on a lathe or mill anyday.
Great Advice
Thanks bud. Hope you get that journeyman.
Thanks!
I used this material in combination with another video and received an offer way over asking. I’m a tech who’s been in the industry for 10 years, but I’m terrible at interviewing because I’m extremely shy.
Glad my video was helpful!
What was the other video?
A lot of the companies I make repairs for is what I consider industrial machine maintenance but here in my area, it rural and theres no specialist for the machines for hundred of miles. These companies don't invest in their people unfortunately. Good advice for people
Yea and that training if taken personally can get pricey. Im working on a video for different places to get some knowledge and learning from
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O dang your from kc! Been watching for a while and didnt k ow you were so close. I'm starting out in maintenance in Lawrence ks.
I lived on 6th for a long time haha. Spent 10 years in Lawrence
What's one of your greatest accomplishments at your last job?
I successfully refrained from beating idiots to death!
Haha, a day at a time! Best part is when u explain the same thing 5 times a week and they still act surprised. *Face Palm*
What type of trade school are out there to get the most experience? I’m looking into A&P program but A&P doesn’t teach PLC.
Great Video. Speaking of books, what would be the best electrical related books for people who are just starting out in the industry?
Anything from Mike Holt is well worth it!
What do you think about Michael bumbachs books, have you found an industrial electricity books in color all the ones I have are in black and white not a big deal also what is a good book you recommend for learning PLCs
Uglys electrical reference book is pretty good
Very helpful
Ty! I try. Currently working on one for resumes
I just started my new career as a maintenance mechanic in the food manufacturing company, I am wondering when is it the best time update my resume even though I am on the 90 day probation period to review on my performance?
I honestly wouldn't worry about it until u get 2 years in, once u hit that 1 1/2 or 2 years id update the resume. Less than that most companies or recruiters won't be able to offer you much
Love your channel. I have that EMEC book in your video but I am curious what the other book is you have open. Also what other books would you recommend?
It's a book on industrial electrical. I have an un edited video talking about the books I have, probably another 3 weeks or so before I publish it
I want to Advance Higher to this type of Maintenance. Ive peen a Maintenance Technician for Apartments, Facilities and Hospital as a Maintenance Mechanic. I always see industrial Maintenance pay alot more so I'm now interested in qualifications to get into Industrial Maintenance.
A good stepping stone would be like JLL or one of the companies that support maintenance for Amazon. It will get u the experience to round u out and is recognized by many factories.
If it's just certifications u want to jump in then I'd say anything electrical that involves 24v to 480
@@IndustrialMaintenance Thanks for the advice I didn't know where to start. I know it doesn't mean much but I just Sub, I don't want to miss anything in the future from you.
@@Dcthetruth85 means a lot. I understand I'll never be big haha so I'll always respond when I can
What’s the best way to make the transition from a commercial electrician to industrial maintenance, is there any courses or certs that I can obtain to help, thanks
Not really, well in Kansas or MO there ain't. Once you get your journeymen you can go almost anywhere. Factories always have mechanical ppl but rarely real electricians
70%+ of factories are looking for someone with electrical and or PLC. So maybe some PLC classes will be best if you took any classes
What was your first job you applied for and got to lead you into this path?
I applied to be a welder and the maintenance manager needed guys for off shift and was willing to take a chance on me as a maintenance technician. Went to school during my 2nd year in maintenance and just went from there. Electrical will 99% of the time get u farther than most other trades
Is being a main tech good money and a good job because I’m not sure yet. Like I wanna do it but not sure yet still in high shcool a senior
Yea. Can easily make 30+ an hour by the time ur 23 or 24. Good job is a mix bag haha. Kinda depends
Hello I’m currently I’m currently in school for industrial maintenance (electrical concentration) . What would be your tip for finding a job for a apprentice or intern somewhere I have looked online and there nothing just looking for some advice thanks
Depending on your area, like Kansas city has tons of spots and amazon facilities are always in need of maintenance, I'd start there if I could. Other option and probably the best is to find a few recruiters to help you. They get 1-3k at times when u get hired so there motivation is high to help
@@IndustrialMaintenance how do you find a recruiter?
@@jessehortin9091 call up temp services
I don't think I'm a "good leader." I just carry out the maintenance supervisor's/ engineer's intent by equally distributing my crews workload based on their skill level strengths and weaknesses. If folks think I'm a good or bad leader, that on them.
Yea, I think what makes leader is empathy, realistic views, work ethic, and conflict resolution
@@IndustrialMaintenance word. Just landed a dream job in the. South East. Best in southeast imo. A job I can get old in. An American dream. I appreciate you putting out this content! It helped!
@@m_heavy8208 thanks! Made my night knowing it helped, all the other videos was just robot voice overs. Anything ud add the the video? I have 4-5 things to add, just not enough to make a follow up yet
@@IndustrialMaintenance no worries bubba. Just glad someone is doing it!
i have an upcoming interview over the phone due to covid-19. its going to be different doing a maintenance interview over the phone
I've had a few via zoom and I think those are fine. But phone only im not sure how that would go. Lemme know! I could add tips in the next video to help others
@@IndustrialMaintenance yeah I'm studying up questions I think would be approached over the phone as I dont think there will be a way to take a test. But easy questions like how to check a fuse or button or 3 phase motor. Hopefully I get it. Its a great opportunity and fits my resume well.
Good luck and lemme know questions they ask. I want to keep maintenance guys up to date and the best shot
Is algebra or chemistry very important to this trade? Yea I sucked at both and now dont remember a damn thing-im considering the tech diploma for this in Milwaukee as a friend has had steady work security even after some bad history
Not really unless u get a job that ud use it. Some plants have a ton of chemicals or need to balance PH levels in water or like a powerder coat/paint process. 80% of it no on chemistry.
Algebra not really beyond basics. Geometry you use alot.
I’m in school for Automation Tech and we are heavy into geometry and trig. I say this because a lot of automation guys end up in maintenance roles.
@@joew4202 yea 99% of us do end in that role haha.
@@IndustrialMaintenance I’m about to graduate this summer. Have an AAS in automation. Reallly missed out on a lot of the controls labs because of covid. Really learned a lot of PLC and fanuc robot controls though. Im afraid missed a lot of the labs is gonna come back and haunt me come hiring processes.
@@joew4202 not much, long as u know the basics. Wish my school had 6 axis robots. I'd like to know more about a few of them, cobots are becoming huge lately. Understanding how plc logic works helped me troubleshoot a lot.
I took osha 30 class, class was free but job wouldn't pay, cost me a weeks pay to get that cert.
That's so crappy cause 99.9% of the time the company wants u to have it
Thank you!
Hopefully it helped u get a job u wanted
I'm trying to get a job as a maintenance tech apprentice in my distribution center, they want people with experience with basic mechanical and electrical components, any advice on where and how I can learn those things? I'm completely new to this field, but I want this to be my career. I do my own car maintenance, don't know if that will help me
I have another video talking about getting with recruiters and that's what I'd suggest if ur company won't hire u on for maintenance. Bin95 has great electrical classes
Can one get a job as a Maintenance Technician with a felony on their record?
Yes but if it's a violent one then u may struggle a lot
Those hands are too clean and manicured nails looking soft . This must be fake news .
New job doesn't make me look like I went swimming in filth haha, draw back is sometimes I feel like I got stuff done when I was covered in dirt.