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Apply lubricants or coolants to workpieces

This is physical, in-person work with real objects, tools, equipment and places that change from day to day. AI can't do it for you.

Part of Maintain tools or equipment, under the O*NET work activity group Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment. Individual tasks below can carry a different label when their own wording calls for it (0 AI-ready, 0 AI-assist, 9 stays human).

Tasks built on this activity

• Brush or spray lubricating compounds on workpieces, or turn valve handles and direct flow of coolant against tools and workpieces.Stays human Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
• Lubricate workpieces with oil.Stays human Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
• Cool products after processing to prevent distortion.Stays human Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
• Maintain and lubricate parts or components.Stays human Engine and Other Machine Assemblers
• Add chemicals or materials to workpieces or machines to facilitate bonding or to cool workpieces.Stays human Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Tasks where it is part of the work

• Clean and lubricate timepiece parts and assemblies, using solvents, buff sticks, and oil.Stays human Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters
• Clean, finish, and lubricate molds and mold parts.Stays human Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic
• Clean, oil, or coat system components, as necessary, before assembly or attachment.Stays human Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
• Clean and lubricate parts and subassemblies, using grease paddles or oilcans.Stays human Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers