Mechanical Technician

As a Mechanical Technician with Swiss Federal VET Diploma, you will independently manufacture workpieces on state-of-the-art computer-controlled machines; manufacture tools and equipment for production; assemble and repair equipment, apparatus, machinery and equipment.

About the Mechanical Technician with Swiss Federal VET Diploma

Main tasks

Turning
Drilling
Milling
Manual manufacturing
Measuring
Programming computer-controlled machines
Manufacturing tools and products from various materials
Participating in the development, manufacturing and assembly of tools and products
Adjusting machines and performing test runs
Monitoring production processes
Testing products
Assembling, putting into operation and repairing equipment and machines

Requirements

Secondary school qualification with excellent grades in mathematics, as well as nature and technology, and good grades in English
Technical understanding
Ability to imagine things spatially
Understanding of abstract relationships
Good craftsmanship
Enjoyment of precise and careful working methods
Independence
Patience
Perseverance and concentration
Ability to work in a team
Organizational skills
Reliability
Enjoyment of using machines and installations

Training

Duration: 4 years; training location for apprentices from Heerbrugg and Altstätten: Buchs (SG), training location for apprentices from Flawil: Uzwil

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