mechanical composition of trams
The mechanical properties and composition of trams.
Tramways technicians conduct maintenance tasks to prevent and repair damages to lifts or aerial tramways. They use specific equipment, keep a log of the activities and abide by safety procedures and practices such as emergency evacuation and rescue operations. They can deny access to the facility if the conditions do not allow its safe use.
Competences and skills
15 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
2 competencesoperational tactics for emergency responses
The characteristics and proceedings of operational tactics for emergency responses especially at major incidents and catastrophes.
Essential skills and competences 8 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencecoordinate with tram maintenance department
Cooperate with tram maintenance department to ensure that tram operations and inspections take place as scheduled.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
7 competencesensure equipment availability
Ensure that the necessary equipment is provided, ready and available for use before start of procedures.
ensure equipment maintenance
Ensure that the equipment required for operations is regularly checked for faults, that routine maintenance tasks are performed, and that repairs are scheduled and performed in the case of damage or flaws.
follow procedures in the event of an alarm
Follow safety procedures in the event of an alarm; act according to company instructions and procedures.
maintain equipment
Regularly inspect and perform all required activities to maintain the equipment in functional order prior or after its use.
manage emergency procedures
React quickly in case of emergency and set planned emergency procedures in motion.
perform minor repairs to equipment
Conduct routine maintenance on equipment. Recognise and identify minor defects in equipment and make repairs if appropriate.
plan maintenance activities
Plan and organise the process aimed at preserving equipment or systems in good working condition by inspecting the installation, resolving malfunctions, replacing worn parts and performing other maintenance tasks.
Optional knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
1 competencemaintenance operations
The preservation and restoration of products and systems, and the methods and logistics of these practices.
Optional skills and competences 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesmaintain core parts
Carry out minor repair tasks and maintenance of cores and core parts.
maintain mechanical equipment
Observe and listen to machinery operation to detect malfunction. Service, repair, adjust, and test machines, parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical principles. Maintain and repair vehicles meant for cargo, passengers, farming and landscaping.
Cross-sector
2 competencescontrol minor maintenance
Follow up on the maintenance and repairs to be carried out. Solve minor problems and pass harder problems on to the person responsible for maintenance.
manage maintenance operations
Oversee maintenance activities, making sure that staff is following procedures and ensuring routine and periodic refurbishment and maintenance activities.