Cut, shape, and assemble wooden articles or set up and operate a variety of woodworking machines, such as power saws, jointers, and mortisers to surface, cut, or shape lumber or to fabricate parts for wood products.
- Cut timber to the right size and shape and trim parts of joints to ensure a snug fit, using hand tools such as planes, chisels, or wood files.
- Attach parts and subassemblies together to form completed units, using glue, dowels, nails, screws, and/or clamps.
- Bore holes for insertion of screws or dowels, by hand or using boring machines.
- Dip, brush, or spray assembled articles with protective or decorative finishes such as stain, varnish, paint, or lacquer.
- Establish the specifications of articles to be constructed or repaired, and plan the methods and operations for shaping and assembling parts, based on blueprints, drawings, diagrams, or oral or written instructions.
- Install hardware such as hinges, handles, catches, and drawer pulls, using hand tools.
- Match materials for color, grain, and texture, giving attention to knots and other features of the wood.
- Measure and mark dimensions of parts on paper or lumber stock prior to cutting, following blueprints, to ensure a tight fit and quality product.
- Perform final touch-ups with sandpaper and steel wool.
- Produce and assemble components of articles such as store fixtures, office equipment, cabinets, and high-grade furniture.
- Reinforce joints with nails or other fasteners to prepare articles for finishing.
- Repair or alter wooden furniture, cabinetry, fixtures, paneling, and other pieces.
- Set up and operate machines, including power saws, jointers, mortisers, tenoners, molders, and shapers, to cut, mold, and shape woodstock and wood substitutes.
- Trim, sand, and scrape surfaces and joints to prepare articles for finishing.
- Verify dimensions, and check the quality and fit of pieces in order to ensure adherence to specifications.
- Apply masonite, formica, and vinyl surfacing materials.
- Design furniture, using computer-aided drawing programs.
- Discuss projects with customers, and draw up detailed specifications.
- Estimate the amounts, types, and costs of needed materials.
- Program computers to operate machinery.
- Realistic - Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
- Education - Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
- Training - Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
- Experience - Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
- Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
- Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
- English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.
- Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers
- Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters
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