Maintenance Worker Interview Questions

There are 6 different sets of questions for this title
16 Name a time when you lubricated or applied adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment, according to specified procedures.
17 Share your approach when inspecting or testing damaged machine parts, and marking defective areas or advising supervisors of repair needs.
18 Tell me about a time when you developed your own way of doing things or were self-motivated to finish an important task.
19 Share an example of when you went above and beyond the "call of duty". (Look for answers that show the candidate is dependable.)
20 What is the most challenging part of dismantling machines and removing parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists?
21 Describe an experience in which you successfully controlled the operation of a difficult system. What made you successful?
22 Provide an experience in which you were sensitive to somone's needs or feelings. How did your helpfulness affect your work environment?
23 Tell me about your qualifications for and your experience handling vehicles and/or mechanized equpiment.
24 Provide an example when your ethics were tested.
25 Describe an experience when you read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
26 Name a time when your creativity or alternative thinking solved a problem in your workplace.
27 Name a time when your patience was tested. How did you keep your emotions in check?
28 How do you balance cooperation with others and independent thinking? Share an example. (Try to determine if the candidate has a cooperative attitude or is otherwise good-natured.)
29 Share a time when you willingly took on additional responsibilities or challenges. How did you successfully meet all of the demands of these responsibilities? (Make sure the candidate is a self-starter and can demonstrate some initiative.)
30 Provide an example of when you were persistent in the face of obstacles.