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MICHIGAN CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

JOB SPECIFICATION
MACHINIST
JOB DESCRIPTION
Employees in this job perform and oversee maintenance, repair, and fabrication work
requiring the skillful use of a variety of metal machining tools and precision measuring
devices to cut, grind, or otherwise shape metal and plastic parts into conformance with
specified dimensions.

There are two classifications in this job.

Position Code Title Machinist-E
Machinist E9
This is the experienced level. The employee performs a full range of machinist
assignments using independent judgement to make decisions requiring the application
of procedures and practices to specific work situations.

Position Code Title Machinist-A
Machinist 10
This is the advanced level. The employee functions as a crew leader, overseeing the
work of lower-level Machinists and others, and performs journey-level machinist
assignments; or, as a senior worker performing duties which have been recognized by
Civil Service as having greater complexity than those assigned at the experienced level.

JOB DUTIES
NOTE: The job duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by
positions in this job classification. Not all duties assigned to every
position are included, nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned
every duty.

Studies specifications, blueprints, or damaged tools and machine parts to determine
nature and dimension of parts to be fabricated.

Selects metallic and nonmetallic materials to be machined and measures, marks, or
scribes dimensions and reference points on to stock preparatory to machining
operations.

Sets up and operates lathes, milling machines, precision grinders, drill presses, band
saws, shapers and other powered metal-working tools to machine parts to specified
dimensions.

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Uses precision measuring devices such as height gauges, micrometers, vernier calipers
and dial indicators to verify conformance of machinist pieces to specifications.
Uses mechanics hand tools such as files, scrapers, mallets, wrenches, screwdrivers,
and riveters to fit and assemble parts and assemblies.

Operates machines and other mechanisms to observe operation and diagnose
malfunctions or to test repaired equipment.

Keeps inventory of stock and orders new materials as needed.

Keeps records and reports use of equipment.

Develops specifications from general description of parts or assemblies to be fabricated
and draws or sketches device to be made.

Operates bench grinder to sharpen cutting tools.

Operates gas or electric welders to install finished assemblies or to join or build up
metal surfaces of parts to be machined or repaired.

Performs routine or preventive maintenance and repair, lubrication and cleaning of
machine tools, equipment and mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems such as
laundry, bakery, kitchen, automotive, farm and power plant equipment.

Designs and constructs jigs and special tools to facilitate the machining, assembly, or
disassembly of parts and assemblies.

Makes estimates of time and materials required to complete an assignment.

May assist in the training of Trades Helpers and others.

Performs related work as assigned.

Additional Job Duties
Machinist 10 (Lead Worker)
Coordinates work by scheduling assignments and overseeing the work of others.

Provides instruction and training in the proper methods and processes to carry out
assignments.

Oversees and assures the work quality and flow by directing the strict adherence to
methods and procedures.

Explains work instructions and adapts, if necessary, pertinent general methods and
procedures in order to meet the needs of special projects.
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Machinist 10 (Senior Worker)
Develops, modifies, designs and tests prototypes.

Creates complex or non-routine Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) milling
machine programs.

Selects and machines exotic materials (i.e. aluminum, abrasion resistant steel)
emphasizing efficient operation and minimal cutting, tool wear and/or breakage.

Performs non-routine machine shop maintenance and repair, lubrication and cleaning of
machine tools, equipment and mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.

Develops, designs or performs complex repairs on various tools, machines or
equipment, of a specialized nature for state and/or non state entities.

Serve as a subject matter expert when reviewing and recommending equipment
usability, life expectancy and salvage potential.

Provides guidance and instruction on agency specialized equipment and machining
processes.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
NOTE: Considerable knowledge is required at the experienced level and
thorough knowledge is required at the advanced level.

Knowledge of the methods, practices, tools and equipment of the machinist trade.

Knowledge of the machining qualities, properties and uses of various metals such as
aluminum, brass, steel, cast iron and stainless steel.

Skill in the operation of machine tools and the use of precision measuring devices.

Ability to apply machinist craft techniques, processes and principles.

Ability to apply shop mathematics to practical problems such as computing dimensions,
laying out work, and setting up machine tools.

Ability to read and work from sketches, specifications, and blueprints.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Machinist 10 (Lead Worker)
Ability to train and instruct others in the work.

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Ability to assign work to employees.

Ability to prioritize and evaluate the work of others.

Ability to organize and coordinate the work of the unit.

Machinist 10 (Senior Worker)
Ability to perform the most complex machining assignments.

Ability to program and operate complex computerized machining equipment.


Working Conditions
Some jobs require an employee to be exposed to a hazardous work environment.

Physical Requirements
The job duties require an employee to move heavy objects.

Education
No specific amount is required.

Experience
Machinist E9
Four years of experience assisting a skilled machinist in a general machine shop.

Machinist 10
Five years of experience in the machine trade, including one year equivalent to a
Machinist E9.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications
None.

NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide
the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an
individual basis.
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JOB CODE, POSITION TITLES AND CODES, AND COMPENSATION INFORMATION
Job Code Job Code Description
MACHINIST Machinist

Position Title Position Code Pay Schedule
Machinist-E MACHNSTE A31-010
Machinist-A MACHNSTA A31-012


ECP Group 1
Revised 07/13/10
LP/MF

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