mechanical technician
[/məˈkænɪkəl tekˈnɪʃən/]
nounpl: mechanical technicians
técnico em mecânica
1. A skilled professional who diagnoses, repairs, maintains, and adjusts mechanical equipment and machinery
The mechanical technician fixed the broken pump in the factory.
O técnico em mecânica consertou a bomba quebrada na fábrica.
2. A person trained to work with tools and machinery, often in automotive, industrial, or HVAC contexts
Our mechanical technician inspected the air conditioning system.
Nosso técnico em mecânica inspecionou o sistema de ar condicionado.
3. A professional who applies mechanical principles to troubleshoot and solve technical problems
The mechanical technician graduated from a two-year technical program.
O técnico em mecânica se formou em um programa técnico de dois anos.
In Brazil, mechanical technicians (técnicos em mecânica) are highly valued professionals, often completing formal technical education through SENAI (National Service for Industrial Learning). In the USA, these professionals typically require certification and are essential in automotive repair shops, manufacturing plants, and maintenance departments. The profession is considered blue-collar skilled labor with good earning potential in both countries.
NYC Slang
grease monkey (informal/colloquial, though potentially derogatory)
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