7 BENCHWORK OCCUPATIONS
737.381-010 to 761.684-010
This category includes occupations concerned with the use of body members,
handtools, and bench machines to fit, grind, carve, mold, paint, sew, assemble, inspect, repair, and
similarly work relatively small objects and materials, such as jewelry, phonographs, light bulbs,
musical instruments, tires, footwear, pottery, and garments. The work is usually performed at a set
position in a mill, plant, or shop, at a bench, worktable, or conveyor. At the more complex levels,
workers frequently read blueprints, follow patterns, use a variety of handtools, and assume
responsibility for meeting standards. Workers at the less complex levels are required to follow
standardized procedures.
737.381-010 ASSEMBLER, IGNITER (ordnance)
Assembles, tests, and packages rocket engine ignition
charges, following written instructions and wiring diagrams: Sifts and weighs out specified
quantities of propellant powder and pours it into container. Seals container with solder or adhesive
to form igniter. Assembles main charge and igniter to form ignition cap. Stamps or marks
identification on cap, using crayon. Attaches wires to terminal pins of ignition cap according to
wiring diagram, using pliers, soldering iron, and screwdriver. Tests wiring for continuity, using
continuity checker. Tests ignition cap for air leaks, using vacuum pump. Places tested caps on
shipping tray, or seals them in moistureproof bag.
GOE: 06.02.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
737.387-010 DROP TESTER (ordnance)
Tests cartridge primers for sensitivity to impact by dropping
weight onto sample primers from measured heights: Secures primer or primed cartridge case in test
fixture and positions firing pin over primer. Raises steel ball in electromagnetic holder to specified
height on calibrated column. Presses switch to cut power from electromagnet which drops ball onto
firing pin in test fixture to detonate primer. Tests groups of primers from same production sample
at several specified drop-heights, and records percentage of fires and misfires at each height. May
plot test results on graph to develop primer sensitivity curve, or apply standardized statistical
formulas to estimate sensitivity characteristics of entire production lot of primers.
GOE: 06.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
737.387-014 INSPECTOR I (ordnance)
Inspects interior and exterior of bomb and artillery shell
components for defects: Visually examines components to detect defective material and work
quality, such as cracks or incorrect size. Verifies accuracy of critical dimensions, using
direct-reading electric limit gauge. Pressure-tests welded joints to ensure airtightness, using
compressed air and soap solution. Tests strength of fitted and welded joints, using special hydraulic
equipment.
GOE: 06.03.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
737.387-018 PRESSURE-TEST OPERATOR (ordnance)
Measures propellant force of powder charge by firing small
arms cartridges and shotshells in pressure-testing device: Selects test barrel according to type and
caliber of cartridge to be fired. Secures breech end of barrel in fixture containing breech-block,
hammer, and firing pin, using handtools and gauges. Inserts $T3gas check$T1 and steel piston into
vent in barrel wall. Positions lead or copper slug of standard length on piston and tightens
yoke-mounted setscrew which acts as anvil to secure it. Fires cartridge and measures compressed
slug for reduction in length, using micrometer. Converts reduction in slug length to pressure
expressed in pounds-per-square inch, using conversion chart. Computes average pressure for
specified number of cartridges. May perform velocity tests on projectiles.
GOE: 06.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
737.487-010 PROPELLANT-CHARGE LOADER (ordnance)
Measures quantities of explosives and loads them into
propellant charge bags: Measures approximate quantity of powder, using volumetric weighing
machine. Weighs charge on scale. Verifies weight on second scale. Empties charge into charge bag.
Sews opening together at top of bag, using sewing machine.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Prepares fabric bandoleer belts for packing with clips of
small arms cartridges: Cuts open bundles of bandoleer belts, unfolds, straightens, examines stitching
for imperfections, and counts them into lots of specified quantity. Stamps each belt with order and
caliber data. Records number of belts counted and issued to BANDOLEER PACKERS (ordnance).
GOE: 06.04.37 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Performs any combination of following duties in assembling
pyrotechnics (fireworks) and signal flares: Weighs specified quantities of powder or scoops powder
into premeasured scooping device, and loads them into cans, cones, tubes, or other casings, or fills
containers to predetermined level. Applies sealing compound to container from bulb syringe to seal
in powder, or places cap or lid on container and secures them by crimping with machine or handtool.
Drills or punches holes in caps or lids for insertion or attachment of fuse or wick. Attaches igniter
ring atop open end of signal flares. Attaches and secures components of assemblies, using handtools.
Inspects items at various stages of completion for inaccuracies in assembly and for obvious flaws.
Packs specified number of flares or finished fireworks in cartons for storage or shipment. Stencils
identifying information, such as type of firework, date of manufacture, and lot number, on assembled
item or carton. May assemble cartons from flattened state, seal packed cartons, and attach shipping
label onto carton.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.587-018 PRIMER BOXER (ordnance)
Fills linen boxes with charged primers for inspection or
storage: Pours water into catch pan. Places sieve tray of primers over catch pan so excess primer
mixture will fall through sieve into water as primers are moved about. Scoops primers from sieve,
and pours them into box to specified height. Marks lot ticket and places it in box. Empties and scrubs
catch pan.
GOE: 06.04.38 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Assembles solid, liquid, or gas-powered mechanical and
electromechanical torpedo engines according to drawings and specifications, using torque wrench
and handtools: Reads instructions or drawings to plan assembly sequence. Positions basic workpiece
on workbench or clamps workpiece in floor fixture. Lays out parts and subassembly elements
required to assemble engine. Fits parts together and bolts or screws parts to basic workpiece in
specified locations, using torque wrench and handtools. Colors each fitting after torque is applied,
using felt tip pen. Verifies dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to written
specifications, using preset gauges. Confirms operation of assembled unit, using air and water
pressure test equipment. Requests inspector approval of assembled unit before proceeding to next
assembly stage. Fits together subassemblies, such as fuel pumps and gear trains, according to
drawings or instructions, using handtools, and bolts subassemblies to specified positions on unit.
GOE: 06.02.22 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
737.684-014 BOMB LOADER (ordnance)
Performs any combination of following tasks to load,
assemble, and pack aerial bombs: Tends machine that loads and compresses thermite and explosive
charges into steel noses of bombs. Assembles bombs by joining together component parts and
sections, using handtools, cement, riveting machines, and jigs. Spray-paints and tapes nose of bombs
to seal perforations. Stamps identification numbers on bombs, using stamping machines. Binds
cluster of bombs together with steel bands preparatory to packing to prevent accidental discharge.
Packs clusters of bombs into moistureproof steel boxes, using chain hoist. Seals container lids with
putty and packs loaded containers into wooden shipping crates, closing crates with hammer and
nails. May be designated according to type of bomb loaded as Thermite-Bomb Loader (ordnance).
GOE: 06.02.22 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
737.684-018 FIREWORKS MAKER (chemical)
Makes bombs, fountains, colored lights, and set pieces for
use as fireworks, following blueprints or pictures: Weighs, mixes, and sifts powder ingredients,
according to formula, to produce various color and noise effects. Ignites portion of mixed ingredients
to determine whether color meets specifications. Rams and pounds powder into casings or tubes,
using wooden rods and mallet. Inspects fireworks for faulty wrapping or other defects and tests for
sound by firing samples. Assembles and fastens together fireworks to form figures and scenes, using
wire, cardboard, and handtools. May use previously prepared chemicals [MIXER (chemical) II].
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
737.684-022 FUSE ASSEMBLER (ordnance)
Loads and assembles component parts of time and nose
fuses, performing any combination of following tasks: Assembles essential portions of fuses, bolting
and crimping parts together with press. Drills charge holes, using drill press. Loads parts with
explosive charges, forcing them in place with semiautomatic hydraulic and pneumatic presses. Joins
together various subassemblies with housing structure and screws or crimps them in place. Sets
delay-action screw in place in time fuses and glues small disks of onionskin around screw to hold
it firmly in place. Shellacs unprotected surfaces with brush.
GOE: 06.02.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Salvages rejected loaded cartridges, performing any
combination of following tasks: Measures and weighs cartridges, using fixed and adjustable gauges
and direct-reading shadowgraph scale, or feeds cartridges into gauge-and-weigh machine
[GAUGE-AND-WEIGH-MACHINE OPERATOR (ordnance)] to verify rejection. Feeds cartridges
into dial plate on automatic power press that straightens sides and deepens shoulders of cases or
punches out defective primers. Positions cartridge in lathe chuck and moves lever to feed cutting tool
to cut head diameter and cannelure to specified size. Inserts cartridge into fixture of machine that
draws bullet from cartridge case. Dumps powder from cartridge and drops emptied case into chute.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.684-030 POWDER WORKER, TNT (ordnance)
Screens, melts, and pours TNT into projectile cases: Pours
TNT powder into hopper of screening machine which reduces lumps by agitation. Pours powder into
revolving steam-heated kettle and adjusts controls to permit steam to flow in pipes around kettle,
heating and melting TNT. Empties melted explosive into buckets through valves. Tests temperature
of TNT with thermometer and cools it to prescribed temperature, using power-operated paddle.
Pours molten TNT into shell and bomb cases. Breaks off crystallized TNT scrap and returns it to
melting pot. Drills threaded holes in charge into which boosters are loaded. Loads shells and bombs
with TNT powder, pouring explosive into cases by hand and pressing powder down with hydraulic
press.
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
737.684-034 PRODUCTION ASSEMBLER (ordnance)
Performs any combination of following duties to assemble
ordnance and related devices, such as fuses, detonators, flares, ammunition, primers, and projectile
boosters: Weighs powder and chemicals, according to formula and places ingredients in mixer. Starts
mixer and mixes powder with chemicals, and pours specified amount of mixture into cavity of
ordnance device. Places ordnance unit under microscope, positions components to be connected
according to diagram, and solders or welds parts together. Positions parts of device to be assembled
in prescribed order and fastens parts together, using screws, bolts, and handtools.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
737.684-038 SHELL ASSEMBLER (ordnance)
Assembles component parts of artillery shells for shipment
to loading arsenal: Lifts shells onto bench. Screws fuse plugs into base of shells, and adapters
(reducing brushings pierced and threaded in center to receive fuses) into nose, using hand and
pneumatic wrenches. Smears petroleum jelly onto unlacquered shell surfaces. Screws plugs into
nosefuse holes. Cleans and reams threads. May lacquer shells and metal parts by brushing, spraying,
or dipping.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Tends machine that gauges and weighs cartridges and
examines cartridges for defects: Scoops handful of cartridges from bin and arranges them with heads
in one direction. Rolls cartridges from hand to hand and examines them for such defects as dents,
scratches, and missing or inverted primers. Places acceptable cartridges on inclined chute for gravity
feeding into gauging and weighing mechanisms. Starts machine and observes operation to detect
jamming. Removes misaligned cartridges from gravity chute, using special hook tool. Moves lever
to eject jammed cartridges. Notifies GAUGE-AND-WEIGH-MACHINE ADJUSTER (ordnance)
of machine malfunction. May examine cartridges carried past work station in nests of rotating
conveyor table and press button to drop out defective cartridges. May tend machine that gauges but
does not weigh cartridges and be designated Gauging-Machine Operator (ordnance).
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Tends machine that positions small arms cartridges or
components in specially holed plates and inspects parts for conformance to standards: Places plate
on shaker bed and scoops parts from hopper onto plate. Starts machine and spreads parts over
oscillating plate by hand or with stick to fill depressions. Stops machine and shakes plate to invert
parts not upended. Examines cartridges and components for defects, such as dents, burrs, scratches,
and reversed or missing parts, using magnifying glass for minute parts. Removes defective parts,
using tweezers, pick, or wax-tipped stick. Inverts parts, using transfer plate, to examine both ends.
May record quantity of rejections according to type of defect. May shake parts through gauging
screens to verify conformance to specified dimensions.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.685-018 WAX POURER (chemical)
Tends equipment that melts and pours paraffin into cardboard
tubes in manufacture of signal flares: Scans invoice to determine number of flares required. Climbs
ladder and dumps paraffin blocks into vat and activates heating element to melt paraffin. Observes
temperature gauge to determine when melting point is reached and looks into vat to verify liquid
condition of paraffin. Turns valve to allow gravity-fed liquid paraffin to flow into pressure vat.
Adjusts pressure vat controls to prescribed setting and flips switch to activate heating element.
Places flare tube in rack with open end up and examines closed end for openings. Squeezes sealant
into tubes to seal defective closed ends. Positions racked tubes under spout and depresses treadle to
fill tubes with specified amount of paraffin. Advances each row of tubes under spout until all tubes
are filled with paraffin. Carries racked tubes to next work station. Scrapes paraffin residue from
worktable, using scraper. Maintains production records.
GOE: 06.04.19 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.687-010 ASSEMBLER (ordnance)
Performs any combination of following duties to assemble
fittings on fragmentation bombs: Wipes nose-adapter threads with cloth and solvent. Dries adapter,
using airhose. Coats interior threads of adapters with thin layer of grease. Brushes nose-plug threads
with fast-drying paint, and screws plug into adapter. Screws adapter into nose section of bomb.
Attaches components of fin-stabilizer unit to bomb, using pliers and wire.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.687-014 BAG LOADER (ordnance)
Loads ammunition charge bags with previously weighed
quantities of powder: Receives cup containing powder from CHECK WEIGHER (ordnance). Inserts
funnel into bag opening. Pours charge into bag through funnel, shaking bag to settle powder.
GOE: 06.04.36 STRENGTH: M GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77
Performs any combination of following duties to assemble
blasting caps: Dips lengths of wire into insulating compound and wraps them with cloth tape. Cuts
wires in cutting machine. Inserts wires, having short piece of platinum wire soldered to one end, into
fiber plug. Seals plug with fiber disk.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.687-022 BOOSTER ASSEMBLER (ordnance)
Assembles elements of explosive shell boosters, performing
any combination of following duties: Places cushion disks in bottoms of booster cups. Stamps
cooper washers with identifying data and glues onionskin disks over holes. Puts together parts of
releasing mechanism (rotors) and assembles them with stamped washers and housings (body pieces)
to complete boosters. Gauges overall length of completed units, using snap gauges.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.687-026 CHECK WEIGHER (ordnance)
Weighs each cup containing powder charge again after
weighing by SHADOWGRAPH-SCALE OPERATOR (ordnance) to ascertain its adherence to
specifications. Returns cups of inexact weight to original SHADOWGRAPH-SCALE OPERATOR
(ordnance) to be check-weighed for third time. Passes satisfactory charges on to BAG LOADER
(ordnance).
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.687-030 CORE LOADER (ordnance)
Loads dumbbell-shaped ammunition charge bags (cores) with
black powder: Fills hopper of air-powered filling machine with black powder. Blows powder into
one end of bag by inserting machine feedpipe through hole in handle of bag and moving controls to
blow powder into end. Removes bag from pipe and reinserts pipe into bag so that pipe faces unfilled
end of bag. Moves controls to fill empty end of bag with powder. Stops up hole in handle with
clamp.
GOE: 06.04.36 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77
737.687-034 DEMOLITION SPECIALIST (ordnance)
Disposes of explosive wastes and rejected powder-charged
products in accordance with established safety regulations: Collects explosive wastes, rejected
ordnance devices, and products saturated with explosive materials from production areas in
containers. Sorts material by type and places material in rubber containers. Pours water or other
counteracting agents into containers to neutralize material and places material in open area until
disposal. Stores rejected products in bunkers. Loads truck with waste, transports, and positions waste
in specified manner for disposal. Sets fire to waste products and materials and ensures complete
destruction of all items.
GOE: 05.12.03 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
737.687-038 DETONATOR ASSEMBLER (ordnance)
Loads and assembles component parts of shell detonators,
performing any combination of following duties: Loads detonator cup with explosives, such as black
powder and tetryl, using power press. Inserts loaded cup in detonator holder and screws holder into
detonator head. Assembles head with activating mechanisms that start explosion of shell when it
strikes. Gauges completed detonator for length.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.687-042 EXPLOSIVE OPERATOR I (ordnance)
Unloads, cleans, and reloads defective assemblies and
component parts of high-explosive shells and bombs: Removes fuses with wrench, working behind
protective barriers. Washes out explosive charges with water, destroying or salvaging explosive.
Removes paint and grease from shells and bombs, using chemicals and shot-blast machine.
Disassembles shells and bombs for inspection. Makes minor alterations in shape and size, using
engine lathe. Assembles and paints components. Reloads bombs and shells with high explosives
[EXPLOSIVE OPERATOR (ordnance) II].
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
737.687-046 EXPLOSIVE OPERATOR II (ordnance)
Performs any combination of following tasks, which require
working knowledge of open explosives, concerned with manufacturing, assembling, and loading of
fuses, detonators, primers, boosters, shells, and bags: Weighs, blends, and pours explosives into
containers, compressing powder into pellets, screwing together threaded parts of shells, and checking
dimensions of ammunition. May be designated according to type of explosive manufactured as
Explosive Operator, Bomb (ordnance); Explosive Operator, Fuse (ordnance); Explosive Operator,
Grenade (ordnance).
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.687-050 IGNITER CAPPER (ordnance)
Ties protective cotton cap over igniter end of propellant
charge. Ties tag containing identifying data to charge.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77
737.687-054 INSPECTOR II (ordnance)
Examines shell and bomb explosive assemblies, such as time
fuses, nose fuses, delay-action detonators, and relays, to determine their conformity to specifications:
Inspects time fuses and nose fuses, observing packing of charge for firmness, tests action of plunger
and restraining spring for freedom of movement, examines wiring for defective soldered
connections, and examines shaping of metal. Tests interrupter action in revolving chuck. Gauges
boosters for body length and lockpin length. Inspects detonators, relays, and primers, using
magnifying glass to examine loading. Observes wet primers for evenness of charge. Reads data
stamped on assemblies or on tag attached to assemblies to ensure that data is legible and complete.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
737.687-058 INSPECTOR, BULLET SLUGS (ordnance)
Examines bullet slugs or cores for defects to ensure
conformance to specifications: Rolls slugs or cores by hand across bench, scoops slugs or cores onto
moving belt for inspection as they pass by, or aligns them on grooved inspection plate by pushing
plate into pile of slugs or cores and shaking plate to remove excess. Examines slugs or cores for
defects, such as pits, burrs, and fins. Picks out defective slugs or cores with fingers or wax-tipped
stick and drops them into scrapbox.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
737.687-062 INSPECTOR, FIREWORKS (chemical)
Inspects and tests assembled and partially assembled
pyrotechnics (fireworks): Examines parts for defects, such as nicks, cracks, or holes. Screws standard
test piece on threaded parts to determine acceptable fit and alignment. Verifies component
dimensions for conformance to specifications, using fixed gauge. Segregates defective assemblies
for reconstruction, salvage, or further analysis. May be designated according to part inspected as
Firing-Pin Gauger (chemical); Pellet-Post Inspector (chemical).
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
737.687-066 INSPECTOR, SHELLS (ordnance)
Inspects cartridge cases and bullet jackets for defects, such
as burrs, dents, discolorations, and scratches, as they pass along conveyor or are held in frames.
Removes defective cases and jackets by hand. May measure samples to verify specified dimensions,
using fixed gauges. May inspect bullet jackets and cores at various stages of manufacture to ensure
compliance with production specifications.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.687-070 LABORER, AMMUNITION ASSEMBLY I (ordnance)
Assembles component parts of tracer shells, signals, flares,
and other pyrotechnics, performing any combination of following tasks: Loads relays (devices for
transferring ignition sequence to various charges in shell) with black powder pellets. Tends press that
pushes powder charge tightly into relay. Assembles and loads mine fuses with red phosphorous and
black powder. Installs relays in shells and screws them in place. Loads shells with tracer powder,
tamps pellets with automatic press, and seals chamber with celluloid disk. May cut and sew silk to
assist in making of signal flare parachutes.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
737.687-074 LABORER, AMMUNITION ASSEMBLY II (ordnance)
Assembles and packs complete rounds of ammunition
(projectile and cartridge), performing any combination of following tasks: Greases threads on fuses
and starts them into threaded fuse sockets. Screws fuses into place, using screw press. Places primers
in cartridge cases and stamps them in place, using press. Weighs and inserts propellants into
cartridge cases. Brushes band of adhesive compound around base of projectile to seal cartridge.
Gauges completed shells, using simple acceptance jigs. Stamps shell data on cartridge, using rubber
stamp or stamping machine. Packs completed rounds in cardboard tubes. Stamps shell data on tubes,
dips tubes in molten paraffin, and packs tubes in crates. Screws pierced and threaded plugs into bases
of aerial bombs. Screws rod-supporting fin assembly into threaded hole in plug. Slips metal sleeves
about bombs and packs them in metal containers, attaching tags with identification data to
containers.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.687-078 LACQUER-PIN-PRESS OPERATOR (ordnance)
Deposits drop of lacquer inside cartridge primer cup to seal
in anvil and foil paper and to waterproof primer charge, using hand powered bench device
(lacquer-pin press): Pulls lever to lower pin plate of press to dip tips of pins into tray of lacquer.
Positions plate containing assembled primer cups in fixture beneath lacquer-tipped pins. Pulls lever
to lower pin plate and deposit lacquer in primers. Places primer-filled plate in hot air oven to dry
lacquer. Empties lacquer from tray into waste can at prescribed intervals and refills tray from supply
can.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77
737.687-082 MANUAL-PLATE FILLER (ordnance)
Positions parts for small arms ammunition in specially holed
plates or frames for inspection, assembly, or further processing: Scoops parts onto plate or frame,
spreads them over surface, and shakes frame manually to arrange parts in holes or indentations, open
ends up. Positions with fingers parts that are not seated during shaking.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.687-086 MERCURY-CRACKING TESTER (ordnance)
Examines completed cartridge case for cracks: Cleans cases
by dipping them in solution of nitric acid and rinsing them in water. Dips cases into mercurous
nitrate solution. Heats chemically treated cases over flame and examines cases for discolorations,
indicative of cracks. Discards defective cases.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.687-090 MIXER II (chemical)
Weighs and mixes chemicals according to formula for use
as explosive ingredients in pyrotechnics (fireworks): Examines chemicals to ensure that color and
texture conform to specifications. Weighs prescribed quantities of chemicals. Rubs powdered
chemicals through screens to obtain specified fineness. Mixes screened powders to obtain uniform
blend. May dump powdered chemicals onto stone table, blend them with linseed oil, using roller,
and mix blended material with additional chemicals by machine. May tend tumbling machine to
obtain finer powders. May cure and dry mixture. May be designated according to type of powder
mixed as Floatlight-Powder Mixer (chemical); Incendiary-Powder Mixer (chemical);
Photoflash-Powder Mixer (chemical); Pyrotechnic Mixer (chemical); Starter-Cup-Powder Mixer
(chemical).
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.687-094 PACKER-FUSER (chemical)
Assembles and packs pyrotechnic devices: Packs designated
number of sparklers of specified color in carton, discarding defective sparklers. Perforates other
pyrotechnic devices, such as firecrackers and display cones, with awl or knife to permit insertion of
wick. Dips wick in glue and inserts wick in hole. Wraps device in paper and packs device for storage
or shipment.
GOE: 06.04.38 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77
737.687-098 PRIMER ASSEMBLER (ordnance)
Loads and assembles component parts of wet and dry bomb
and shell primers, performing any combination of following tasks: Loads primer cups with
explosives, using power presses to seat explosive. Loads other primer parts with explosives.
Assembles primer cups with rings and washers and rolls assembly on cloth soaked with gluelike
explosive compound. Inserts primer in holder and presses it in place so that compound sticks.
Crimps primer in place with press.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
737.687-102 PRIMER CHARGER (ordnance) alternate titles: cup filler
Fills small arms ammunition primer cups with dry or wet
priming mixture, using one of following methods: (1) Positions specially holed plate filled with
primer cups in fixture beneath charging plate. Dumps dry powder on charging plate and rubs it into
holes, using rubber spreading tool. Pushes levers to retract retaining plate between charging plate
and cup plate, to start pneumatic vibrator that shakes powder into primer cups. (2) Dumps wet
mixture onto charging plate, kneads it into holes and scrape off excess with rubber blade.
Superimposes powder-filled plate over cup-filled plate and punches mixture into primer cups, using
knock out fixture. May operate varnish pin-press [LACQUER-PIN-PRESS OPERATOR (ordnance)]
and foiling-tamping press [FOILING-MACHINE OPERATOR (ordnance)].
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
737.687-106 PRIMER INSPECTOR (ordnance)
Examines cartridge primers for defects, such as lack of
powder or improperly inserted anvil. Removes faulty primers with tweezers or wax-tipped stick.
May fill specially holed boards with primers, using shaker machine [SHAKER-PLATE OPERATOR
(ordnance)], or pour primers into boxes for transfer to subsequent operations. May use magnifying
glass to examine primers.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Assembles and ties together charge bags loaded with
explosives: Lifts bags from barrels and positions them on bench. Joins and secures four tying straps
over top of assembly. Slips circumference gauge over completed charge zone to determine that size
of charge is within prescribed limits.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
737.687-114 SALVAGER I (ordnance)
Inspects machinegun ammunition links for machining
defects: Visually inspects links for dents, burrs, and other obvious defects. Checks links with fixed
gauges and dial indicator gauges for accuracy of dimensions. Places acceptable links in container
and defective links in another for salvage.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
737.687-118 SALVAGER II (ordnance)
Inspects, tests, and reclaims discarded parts of explosive
shells, such as fuses, boosters, and detonators in manufacturing plant, using micrometers, measuring
instruments, and knowledge of blueprints to determine salvage value of materials.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
737.687-122 SCREW-EYE ASSEMBLER (ordnance)
Screws metal eyes into threaded holes inside bottom of
artillery cartridge cases to form anchor, to which ammunition bags are tied and held within case.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77
737.687-126 SHADOWGRAPH-SCALE OPERATOR (ordnance)
Weighs powder charges on scale, which uses shadow of a
needle as indicator: Receives container, holding powder charge and weighs container. Adds or
removes quantities of powder to secure exact quantity of charge.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
737.687-130 SHELLACKER (ordnance)
Brushes shellac over foil that will be stamped into small
disks and used to seal powder in cartridge primer cups. Prepares solution by dissolving shellac in
solvent and straining mixture. Hangs coated strips on rack to dry. May cut foil into strips.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
737.687-134 TAPPER, HAND (ordnance)
Places empty artillery cartridge cases on table and cuts
threads in two previously drilled holes on inside surface for insertion of screw eyes by SCREW-EYE
ASSEMBLER (ordnance), using handtap.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: M GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77
737.687-138 VARNISHING-UNIT OPERATOR (ordnance)
Varnishes or lacquers heads and mouths of cartridge cases
to make waterproof seal between heads and primers and between cartridge mouths and bullets:
Positions varnishing plate over plate of cartridge cases and inverts to transfer cases to varnishing
plate. Positions plate of cases in fixture of manually powdered varnishing device. Moves levers to
dip upper and lower blocks of pins into reservoirs of varnish and then onto primers and into mouths
of cases. Wipes excess varnish from cases with cloth and examines them for completeness of
coverage. Sets plate of cases on air blower screen to dry.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739 OCCUPATIONS IN FABRICATION AND REPAIR OF PRODUCTS MADE
FROM ASSORTED MATERIALS, N.E.C.
This group includes occupations, not elsewhere classified,
concerned with fabricating and repairing products from assorted materials.
739.130-010 SUPERVISOR, BIT AND SHANK DEPARTMENT (fabrication, nec)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
sawing, shaping, and fitting bits and shanks of smoking pipes: Informs workers engaged in sawing
operations of changes in style and number of stummels to saw for each style. Determines from
production schedule quantity and style of bits to be bent, and number of each style bit needed.
Inspects stummels and bits at each work station to ensure conformance to company standards. Sets
up machines. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
739.131-010 SUPERVISOR I (fabrication, nec)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
cutting, sewing, tacking, and tipping umbrellas: Observes machine operations to detect
malfunctioning equipment. Repairs or adjusts equipment, using handtools. May train new
employees. May cut patterns from cardboard, according to sketches or customer's specifications.
Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
739.131-014 SUPERVISOR II (fabrication, nec)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
fabricating, finishing, sanding, painting, and decorating plastic and papier mache mannequins and
display structures. Inspects work at various stages of production to ensure conformance to plant
standards. Performs duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 01.06.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
making corncob pipes: Trains workers in operation of machines used to cut, shape, bore, and smooth
corncob pipe bowls. Directs maintenance workers in repair of machinery. Records personnel and
production data. May supervise workers packing and shipping pipes. Performs other duties as
described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 78
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
assembling caskets: Inspects caskets for fit of assembled parts and overall appearance to determine
conformance to company standards. Trains workers in assembly of caskets. May mix glue with water
or steam. Performs duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.04.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
fabricating smoking pipe displays: Studies sketches to determine patterns necessary for fabrication
or to devise procedure to be used in absence of patterns. Verifies setup of woodworking machines,
using tape ruler and information from sketch or pattern. Supervises work of DISPLAY
FABRICATOR (fabrication, nec) 860.684-022. Constructs model displays, using handtools, sketch,
and woodworking machines, such as bandsaw and variety saw. Performs other duties as described
under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.04.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 86
739.137-010 ASSEMBLY SUPERVISOR (any industry)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
assembling parts or assemblies into units, such as carburetors, refrigerators, vacuum cleaners, electric
motors, or vending machines, applying knowledge of assembly process, tools, equipment, products,
and production methods. Reports machine and equipment malfunctions to maintenance personnel.
Performs duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
cutting silk, parchment, and fiberglass from lampshade patterns, attaching shades to metal frames,
applying trimmings to shades, and wrapping and packing completed lampshades. Performs other
duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L2 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
patching, sanding, staining, or polishing smoking pipes: Interprets job requirements and schedules
processing to meet requirements. Routes defective pipes to designated workers for repair. Specifies
formulas to be mixed and used to patch, stain, varnish, and lacquer pipes. Observes pipes at various
stages of patching, sanding, or finishing to ensure conformance to standards. Performs other duties
as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May be designated according to
activity supervised as Supervisor, Dyeing And Finishing Department (fabrication, nec); Supervisor,
Patching Department (fabrication, nec); Supervisor, Sanding Department (fabrication, nec).
GOE: 06.04.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 78
739.137-022 SUPERVISOR, WALL MIRROR DEPARTMENT (glass products)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
assembly, inspection, and packing wall and furniture mirrors: Orders specified size, type, and
quantity of mirror, frames, backs, hardware, and packing cartons required to meet production
schedules. Patrols work area and examines items on production line to ensure conformity to
specifications. Trains new workers in job duties. Performs other duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
739.261-010 EXHIBIT BUILDER (museums) alternate titles: exhibition specialist; exhibit
technician; museum craft worker; experimental-display builder; model maker
Constructs and installs museum exhibit structures, electric
wiring, and fixtures of materials, such as wood, plywood, and fiberglass, using handtools and power
tools: Studies sketches or scale drawings for temporary or permanent display or exhibit structures,
such as framework, fixtures, booths, or cabinets to determine type, amount, and cost of material
needed. Confers with exhibit planning and art personnel to discuss structural feasibility of plans and
to suggest alternate methods of displaying objects in exhibit. Cuts, assembles, and fastens parts to
construct framework, panels, shelves, and other exhibit components of specified materials, using
handtools and power tools. Sprays or brushes paint, enamel, varnish, or other finish on structures,
or creates special effects by applying finish with cloth, sponge, or fingers to prepare structure for
addition of fittings. Mounts fittings and fixtures, such as shelves, panelboards, and shadowboxes to
framework, using handtools or adhesives. Installs electrical wiring, fixtures, apparatus, audiovisual
components, or control equipment in framework, according to design specifications. Installs or
affixes murals, photographs, mounted legend materials, and graphics in framework or on fixtures.
Assembles, installs, or arranges structures in exhibit galleries working with maintenance and
installation personnel. Tests electrical, electronic, and mechanical components of exhibit structure
to verify operation. May maintain inventory of building materials, tools, and equipment, and order
supplies as needed for construction of exhibit fixtures. May assign duties to and supervise work of
carpentry, electrical, and other craftworkers engaged in constructing and installing exhibit
components. May assist in placement of display accessories and collection objects or specimens.
May be designated according to speciality as Exhibit Carpenter (museums); Exhibit Electrician
(museums); or job location as Planetarium Sky Show Technician (museums); Science Center
Display Builder (museums).
GOE: 01.06.02 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 7 DLU: 86
739.281-010 PACKAGING TECHNICIAN (paper goods)
Lays out, fabricates, assembles, and tests samples of
corrugated paperboard and plastic containers: Sketches design details or makes scale drawings of
containers used for shipping, protecting, or displaying items, indicating construction dimensions,
using drawing instruments and shipping requirements. Lays out dimensions of container on
paperboard, cuts along specified lines with knife or saw and assembles sample container, using
adhesive or staples. Lays out dimensions of production templates for cartons and cuts out templates,
using power tools. Cuts out specified plastic parts, using handtools and power tools. Tests ability of
container to withstand shipping requirements, using strain, strength, and stress test equipment.
Records results of tests.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
739.281-014 ULTRASONIC TESTER (any industry)
Conducts ultrasonic tests on fabricated metallic and
nonmetallic parts and products to identify discontinuities: Reviews work orders, test procedure
sheets, and product acceptance criteria to determine test specifications. Attaches specified crystal
probe transducer to ultrasound test device and moves switch to actuate device. Calibrates and adjusts
ultrasonic test equipment to required standards and settings, applying knowledge of ultrasonic testing
procedures. Sprays couplant (light oil which acts as medium) or other liquid over part to be tested,
moves transducer over part to be tested, and observes CRT (cathode ray tube) screen to detect
patterns of discontinuity, such as cracks, inclusions, bonding defects, or porosity. Marks defective
areas of part or product and prepares report of test findings. May set up and operate computerized
inspection equipment.
GOE: 05.07.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 90
739.361-010 DISPLAY MAKER (fabrication, nec)
Designs, fabricates, assembles, or installs displays, exhibits,
and models of point-of-sale displays: Designs displays or exhibits from pictures or sketches or
according to verbal instructions from customer. Lays out, cuts, shapes, and finishes wood, plastic,
plexiglass, sheet metal, and hardboard parts of displays, using woodworking machines, metal
machines, and handtools, according to drawings or blueprints. Cuts glass to specified shape with
glasscutter. Assembles parts with nails, screws, bolts, and glue, using handtools. Confers with
designer, customer, or salesperson regarding refinements, additions, and adjustments. May
disassemble display to make working drawings for production run and to produce estimates for
accounting and sales departments. Reassembles display and sends it to prospective customer. May
wire display for illumination, audio, or video. May travel and set up display on designated site. May
specialize in making diorama models and be designated Diorama Model-Maker (fabrication, nec).
GOE: 01.06.02 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M4 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
Lays out canvas, plastic, rubber, and other materials and
fabricates and assembles material into sails, awnings, tents, and tarpaulins: Lays out full scale
drawings on sail loft floor, according to blueprints or sketches, using chalk. Cuts pattern from paper
according to full scale drawing. Marks outline on material with crayon. Cuts material with shears
or power cutter. Sews sections of material together on power sewing machine. Installs grommets,
metal fittings, and fasteners by machine. When hand-sewing grommets, measures and marks off
grommet holes on material, punches holes, using mallet, punch, and hardwood block, and sews
galvanized iron ring to edge of hole, using sailmaker's palm and sail twine. Splices, inserts, and hems
manila or wire rope in edges to relieve strain or sews rope at points where sail is attached to boom
or mast. Secures rope or cable to finished article. Wraps and sews parts of rope or wire that are
subject to chafing. Installs and adjusts completed product on shipboard. Examines completed sails
for conformance to specifications. May make awning frames [AWNING-FRAME MAKER (tex.
prod., nec)]. May be designated according to type of product made as Awning Maker (tex. prod.,
nec); Sailmaker (ship-boat mfg.; tex. prod., nec); Tentmaker (tex. prod., nec).
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L2 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
Performs duties as described under APPRENTICE (any
industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L2 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
739.381-018 DIE MAKER (paper goods) alternate titles: steel-rule die maker
Constructs dies from plywood and steel rule, for use in paper
cutting and scoring machines, using blueprints, handtools, and machine tools: Lays out and draws
die design on plywood sheet, according to blueprint specifications, using such drafting tools as
compasses, scribes, calipers, pencils, and rulers. Saws pieces (blocks) from sheet, using table, band,
and jigsaws. Sands and polishes blocks to specified dimensions and smoothness, using belt sander.
Measures and cuts steel rule to specified length, using tape measure, power hacksaw, and shears.
Bends pieces of steel rule to form tab cutting knives and grinds edge to specified sharpness on
grinding wheel. Places chase on assembly table, positions wooden blocks in chase, and inserts knives
and scoring rules between blocks according to blueprints. Turns bolts on chase to fasten blocks and
knives in place, using wrench. May fasten blocks and knives in chase with quoins and mallet.
GOE: 05.05.06 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
Performs duties as described under APPRENTICE (any
industry) Master Title.
GOE: 05.05.06 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
739.381-026 EXPERIMENTAL ASSEMBLER (any industry)
Assembles, inspects, tests, and adjusts variety of optical,
electrical, and mechanical devices on pilot run basis to improve assembly methods and to discover
and correct deficiencies in materials, specifications, and equipment prior to production runs: Reads
and interprets blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and narrative instructions to determine required parts
and tools and lays out workbench to provide assembly arrangement. Assembles up to 100 units or
components of optical, electrical, or mechanical devices, such as slide projectors, plastic tape
dispensers, duplicating machines, and ribbon-bow-making machines, using power tools and
handtools. Inspects, tests, and adjusts assembled devices for specified functioning, using light meter,
ammeter, voltmeter, stopwatch, rulers, feeler gauges, spring tension tester, torque tester, and depth
micrometer.
GOE: 05.05.11 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
739.381-030 FABRICATOR, SHOWER DOORS AND PANELS (struct. metal)
Fabricates hinged shower doors, sliding doors, and stationary
panels, using power tools and handtools: Cuts aluminum channel rail stock to specifications, using
rail saw. Drills and punches assembly holes. Rivets piano hinge to rail. Polishes rails, using buffing
machine. Measures and cuts glass panels. Fits rubber molding around edge of glass panels and
assembles rails on panels. Inserts metal screws to secure rails to panels. Positions, drills, and attaches
fixtures, such as towel rod, door catch, and handles.
GOE: 06.02.22 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M3 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
739.381-034 FIGURE REFINISHER AND REPAIRER (retail trade)
Repairs and refinishes mannequins used to display wearing
apparel on sales floor or in store window: Fills cracks and chips with putty and sandpapers surface.
Mixes paint to match flesh color on mannequin and applies paint with brush or spray gun. Retouches
features with paint, using airbrush. Glues on wigs and eyelashes. Keeps inventory records of
mannequin arms, wigs, and display fixtures.
GOE: 01.06.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
739.381-038 INSET CUTTER (fabrication, nec)
Lays out and cuts decorative insets for hard-surface floor
covering: Lays out design and makes pattern from blueprint, using drafting tools. Selects material
according to type and color specified on pattern. Lays out materials according to pattern colors,
exercising care to obtain maximum utilization of material. Transfers design section to material by
tracing over pattern and carbon paper. Aligns two or more layers of material, to be cut
simultaneously, using straightedge and T-square. Cuts or gouges out design section, using gouging
tools or guides electrical cutting machine over pattern lines. Places specified tile material on heated
warming table and directs rays of portable heater onto area being cut to soften material and prevent
cracking. Cuts specified design sections from brass or aluminum for insertion in inset. Assembles
sections to form complete design and fastens parts together with masking tape. Fills in gouged lines
of hand-carved designs with oil, aluminum, or bronze paint to enhance appearance of finished
product.
GOE: 01.06.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Makes wigs for mannequin out of synthetic hair according
to style specifications: Places layer of cellophane over head model. Molds sheet of wet buckram over
cellophane to form wig foundation. Selects strands of hair and combs, cuts, and blends them
according to specified length and color. Folds ends of strands and glues short side of fold to
foundation. Pins tape over glued section, to secure hair in position, on foundation. Combs, curls, and
fastens hair in place to style wig according to specifications, using tape, pins, comb, and curling
rods. Dries hair under electric drier and sprays wig with lacquer to set hair style.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Builds plaster or plastic molds of display models: Lays
model on bench, packs clay around model to centerline of figure, and greases exposed part of model.
Prepares plaster of paris and smears it on upper part of figure, shaping it to form base of mold.
Applies reinforcing strips of hemp fiber over mold body and covers hemp with layer of plaster.
Applies successive layers of liquid plastic, glass fiber mesh cloth, and liquid resin around model.
Removes supporting clay from figure, turns mold over, and applies plaster of paris and hemp fiber
or plastic, cloth, and resin to remainder of figure to complete mold.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M2 L2 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
Fabricates souvenirs and novelty items from materials, such
as sea shells, pine needles, driftwood, wooden stock, cloth scraps, skins, and parts of animals:
Studies samples, patterns, or drawings to become familiar with items to be made and materials
needed to fabricate souvenir or novelty items; or employs artistic ability and creative talent to design
items. Constructs items by one of following methods: (1) Molds or builds forms of plaster of paris
or wood, using handtools. Examines animal skins and cuts skin to fit form, using knife and scissors.
Attaches skin to form with tacks and glue. Attaches items, such as lighters, ash trays, and light
fixtures, using adhesives and handtools. Combs and brushes fur to improve appearance. (2)
Assembles cleaned, sanded, and waxed driftwood in artistic display and attaches driftwood to
wooden base with glue or screws. (3) Arranges pine needles into specified patterns to fabricate
baskets, coasters, and utility mats and stitches needles in place with raffia. (4) Constructs rag dolls
following pattern, sewing parts together, stuffing doll with filler material, embroidering features on
doll face, and placing designated clothing on doll. (5) Builds items, such as sailboats, fish, and
animals from woodstock, using handtools and power tools. Cuts out shape of item with coping, hand,
or jigsaw and completes item by carving and sanding wood. Buffs, polishes, paints, or varnishes item
to produce desired finish. (6) Cleans, cuts, or grinds sea shells and coral with handtools and power
tools to prepare coral and shells for use as souvenir or novelty items. Arranges items on display
board, in glass jars, or into novelty items, such as figurines, lamps, or paperweights, using jewelry
findings, pipe cleaners, glue, wire, plaster of paris, and handtools. May keep records pertaining to
cost of supplies and income from sales.
GOE: 01.06.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Inspects, maintains, and repairs aircraft and marine survival
equipment, or flight safety equipment, such as life rafts, inflatable jackets, marker buoys, flare cases,
helmets, and pressure suits, using handtools.
GOE: 05.10.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
739.381-058 WIG MAKER (fabrication, nec)
Lays out, sews, and fastens together materials and hair
strands to make wigs and transformations: Draws or pins wig pattern on model of customer's head.
Places sections of gauze, lace, net, ribbon, and springs over pattern and sews sections together to
form wig foundation [FOUNDATION MAKER (fabrication, nec)]. Hooks strands of hair into
foundation holes, using ventilating needle (similar to crochet needle), blends shades of hair to give
natural appearance, and ties ends of strands to foundation [VENTILATOR (fabrication, nec)].
Weaves hair to form speciality hairpieces, such as braids, switches, and chignons. Arranges woven
hair in specified position and sews hair together to form hairpiece. May repair wigs. May supervise
or train other workers.
GOE: 05.05.15 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
739.384-010 DIAMOND MOUNTER (machine tools)
Positions and mounts industrial diamonds in tools used for
dressing and $T3truing I$T1 grinding wheels and for machining metal, according to type and size
of tool by one of following methods: (1) Places tools shank in press and moves controls to force
diamond into shank. Applies solder and flux around diamond and places tool into electric induction
furnace for specified time to bond diamond to shank. (2) Inserts wire through hole in diamond and
twists wire around pin on tool shank. Positions mold around diamond and shank and pours molten
metal into mold to cast tool containing diamond. (3) Presses powdered metal into mold around
diamond on tool shank and places in sintering furnace for specified time to fabricate tool containing
diamond. (4) Aligns and clamps diamond in tool shank. Cleans joints of diamond and shank, using
wire brush and cleaning solution. Bonds shank and diamond together, using brazing alloy and
acetylene hand torch.
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
739.384-014 FOUNDATION MAKER (fabrication, nec) alternate titles: blocker and
sewer
Lays out and sews together materials, such as ribbon, net,
and gauze, to make foundations for wigs and transformations: Draws and cuts pattern of hairpiece
according to customer's head measurements. Shapes and pins pattern to head model. Draws lines on
pattern to indicate position of foundation. Stretches and pins wet gauze over foundation area. Cuts
ribbon and pins it to model to form skeleton structure of foundation. Fits and sews elastic and
springs to foundation to ensure snug fit. Fits and sews net and lace to gauze and springs to form front
and back portions of foundations.
GOE: 06.02.27 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L1 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Bleaches, dyes, and blends human hair used in making hair
pieces: Soaks hair in soap and water to remove foreign matter and separates hair into strands. Mixes
and blends ingredients to make bleaches and dyes according to formula. Dips strands into bleaching
and dyeing solutions to obtain desired color. Hangs bleached and dyed strands on lines to air dry.
Arranges and combs strands to blend them to specified hue and grade. May wash and soak hair in
acid and soda solutions to thin hair and burn roots, preparatory to making theatrical hair pieces.
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
739.384-022 VENTILATOR (fabrication, nec)
Fastens human hair to foundation material to make wigs:
Arranges specified strands of hair between cards equipped with rows of wire teeth. Pulls several
strands through teeth of card, cuts ends even, and forms loops in ends. Hooks strands in holes of
foundation (on head model) with ventilating needle (similar to fine crochet needle) and knots them
to fasten hair securely. Cuts off uneven ends protruding beyond knots and repeats operations until
wig is completed according to sample or instructions. Combs out hair when wig is finished. May be
designated according to area of wig worked on as First Front Ventilator (fabrication, nec); Part
Maker (fabrication, nec).
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
739.387-010 CASKET INSPECTOR (fabrication, nec)
Examines assembled caskets visually and tactually to
determine their conformance to specifications: Inspects casket lining for irregularities, such as faulty
design, discoloration of material, unconcealed tacks, and bulges in padding. Opens and closes top
panel to determine presence of obstructions. Blows out inside and outside of casket to remove dust,
using compressed air gun. Inspects casket exterior for defects, such as torn covering, nicks, spots,
incompleteness, misalignment, and imperfect finish. Keeps rejection records, noting such factors as
number of units inspected, number of units rejected, and reason for rejection. Removes spots from
lining and cover with solvent. Identifies types of defects and returns caskets to workers for
correction. May touch up scratches, using felt tip pen, and steam wrinkles from casket lining, using
portable steamer.
GOE: 06.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Selects strands of human hair and blends them to match
customer's hair preparatory to making hair piece: Selects strands from stock according to texture,
shape, type, color, and composition of customer's natural hair. Arranges and combs strands to match
variations in natural hair caused by graying, bleaching, or dyeing. Weighs and ties hair with string.
GOE: 05.05.15 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L1 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Measures velocity of projectiles fired from various types and
sizes of weapons to determine performance of weapon or ammunition, using chronograph: Loads
and aims weapon and fires projectile through electron-beam screens that activate chronograph.
Converts chronograph reading of elapsed time to velocity in feet-per-second, using reference charts.
Records data on inspection forms and calculates average velocity of projectiles tested.
GOE: 06.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Inspects, tests, and repairs conduits and fire-fighting
equipment to secure property against fires: Turns valves to force water through lines to test them for
leaks, breaks, and stoppage. Replaces and repairs defective sections of hoses and pipelines, using
handtools. Inserts wire rod in hose of fire extinguishers to remove stoppages. Tests and cleans fire
extinguishers and recharges them with solvents, sulfuric acid, carbon tetrachloride and chemicals
[FIRE-EXTINGUISHER REPAIRER (any industry)]. Maintains inventory of equipment and fills
out inspection tags and reports. Reports unsatisfactory conditions to FIRE MARSHAL (any
industry). May repair gas masks. May service and drive firetruck. May test for presence of gases,
using gas scope or explosive meter.
GOE: 05.07.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
739.484-018 SMOKING-PIPE REPAIRER (any industry)
Repairs pipes and cigar and cigarette holders according to
customer's specifications, using lathe: Fits rubber or plastic mouthpiece blank in lathe chuck. Guides
tools against revolving blank to drill and ream airhole and to turn end of blank to fit pipe or holder.
Carves blank with scraper or presses blank against grinding and buffing wheel to shape mouthpiece
according to customer's specifications. Heats pipe stem over flame to bend stem to specified angle.
Cuts threads on stem and pipe shank, using tap and die. Repairs broken or cracked shanks with
cement, metal bands, or screws.
GOE: 05.10.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Records pattern and color defects and quality of hard-surface
floor covering as directed by INSPECTOR (fabrication, nec) II and labels finished goods: Records
yardage and defects on inspection record sheet. Cuts out defective sections of floor covering, using
knife. Records shade and yardage on ticket for each piece of material cut from roll. Adjusts controls
that actuate and position grade indicator to mark section of material specified by INSPECTOR
(fabrication, nec) II. Affixes label to remnant roll of floor covering to indicate such information as
number of pieces in roll and yardage of each piece. Attaches labels to packaged floor covering.
GOE: 06.04.37 STRENGTH: H GED: R3 M3 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
739.664-010 CANDLEMAKER (fabrication, nec)
Forms candles according to one of following methods: (1)
Strings wicks through notches or rings of dipping frame, according to length of candle to be formed.
Dips wicks manually or with aid of motorized mechanism into vat of molten wax mixture to build
up candles to specified circumference. Cuts or trims candles to specified sizes, using knife or hand
die. Grades candles according to type, color, and size. (2) Inserts wick through center of molds and
attaches ends to racks. Pours molten wax mixture into molds, using container, or opens valves to
admit wax into molds. Adjusts steam and coolant valves to maintain prescribed thermometer reading
in mold. Turns handcrank of ejection mechanism to release candles from molds into rack after
specified time. Scrapes remaining wax from molds, using handtools. May record production data,
such as name, color, and quantity of candles. May add color ingredients to molten wax, according
to specifications.
GOE: 06.04.32 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Inspects and patches designs on linoleum and related floor
coverings: Examines floor covering to detect pattern defects as floor covering passes over repair
table. Removes spots of misplaced color, using tweezers. Builds up low spots, covers empty spaces,
and corrects lines in designs on floor covering, by patting and rubbing in matching color mix, using
fingers or spatula. Removes excessive color, using scraper. Usually works as member of team.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Carves, molds, or assembles imitation candy made from
wood, plaster of paris, or styrofoam for use as display items: Shapes material to resemble candy by
sculpturing in wood or by casting plaster in molds prepared by other workers. Paints pieces to
resemble candy coloring, using spray gun. Applies decorations with glue, according to design.
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Cuts out and assembles materials, such as fabric, wood, and
paper, performing any combination of following tasks to make artificial foliage, such as flowers,
wreaths, and trees: Cuts out flower parts, such as leaves and petals from paper, fabric, or plastic,
using handtools, such as scissors, knives, hammers, and dies. Stamps out flower parts with hand
operated or power driven machine. Places roll of material on spindle of machine that automatically
forms artificial flower stems. Prints veining on artificial leaves, using stamps and handpress. Dips
flowers into specified dye and squeezes out excess dye, using hands. Fastens twigs and buds to steel
wire to form branches by hand or using twisting machine. Wires or glues flower parts to stem or
branch. Fastens artificial flowers and foliage to wreath stand and inserts cones and grass decorations
to form artificial wreath. May wrap stems with green and brown paper to effect natural appearance.
May be designated according to product produced as Wreath And Garland Maker, Hand (button &
notion); or shape artificial flower petals from fabric, using tweezers, heated metal ball, and wooden
form, and be designated Petal Shaper, Hand (button & notion).
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Fabricates brooms from broomcorn fibers, using one of
following methods: (1) Inserts and clamps broom handle in winder (rotating vise). Threads end of
wire from reel through hole in handle and nails, ties, or staples wire to handle. Places layers of fiber
onto handle and depresses pedal to rotate handle to wrap wire around fiber. Spreads fibers around
under wire as winder turns. Trims excess fiber around each layer, using knife. Hooks leather strap
around body of broom to secure it while winding subsequent layers. Pounds fibers to pack and shape
broom shoulders, using mallet. Wraps and fastens wire around neck of broom handle with stapler.
Weighs brooms on scales to verify conformance to standard. (2) Gathers cut and graded broomcorn
into bundle according to size required for broom. Inserts broom handle into plastic cone and staples
cone to broom handle, using stapling machine. Dips base of broomcorn bundle in pot of hot tar,
inserts base into cone, flattens cone and broomcorn into fan-flare shape, using vise. Staples cone to
broomcorn, using stapling machine, and stacks brooms for further processing. May pull broom
through stemmer (comb-like device) to remove coarse or short fibers.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
739.684-022 BRUSH MATERIAL PREPARER (fabrication, nec)
Prepares hog bristles and other brush-filling materials, such
as horsehair, nylon, and vegetable fibers for use in brushes: Aligns bristles, to ensure that flagged
ends are together, and discards defective bristles. Ties bundle of bristles to prevent bending and
places it in rack. Uses hoist to lower rack of bundles into vat of boiling water to remove natural curl
of bristle. Removes rack after specified time and places it on dolly or in oven to dry. Places bundle
of bristles in carton and labels carton according to length, origin, grade, and color of contents or
spreads bristles in rows on tray for mixing and blending operations. Prepares other brush-filling
materials by straightening, combing, cutting, and tying them according to type of material and
intended use. Holds bundle of material against grinding wheel to flag ends, to trim butt ends, and
to polish material. Selects filling material according to formula and lays it on workbench in
prescribed manner prior to processing by mixing machine. May pack material in carton. May place
bristles in sterilizer to kill germs. May dye bristles specified color, using dyeing vat. May shape,
soften, and clean bristles, using machines that cut, split, and grind bristles.
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Polishes parts of assembled smoking pipes: Secures buffing
wheel on machine arbor, using wrench. Dips part into polishing compound or applies compound
with fingers. Starts machine and guides part against rotating wheel, varying pressure to impart luster
and seal pores of briar. May be designated according to part of pipe polished as Bit Tripoler
(fabrication, nec); or according to compound used as Lacquer Polisher (fabrication, nec); Shellac
Polisher (fabrication, nec).
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 78
Repairs cloth buffing and polishing wheels, using handtools,
standard charts, tracing lathe, and arbor press: Clamps worn wheel in steam cleaning machine to
remove abrasives and bonding materials. Dismantles cleaned wheels, using handtools, and salvages
cloth inserts depending upon size and condition. Assembles buffing and polishing wheels according
to standard charts, by pressing inserts and spacers on wheel shaft, using arbor press. Mounts
assembled wheel on tracing lathe to turn wheel surface to specified shape. Sprays or brushes abrasive
bonding material on surface of polishing wheel and places it in oven to dry. Repairs polishing wheels
by recoating with specified abrasive bonding material. May mount completed polishing and buffing
wheels on machine.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.684-034 CASE FINISHER (leather prod.) alternate titles: case assembler;
instrument-case finisher; leather-case finisher
Assembles and finishes suitcases and radio, jewelry, and
instrument cases, and lines or covers them with material, such as leather, velvet, or satin, performing
any combination of following tasks: Inserts hinge wings into slots in top and bottom sections of case
and secures them in grooves, using pinch pliers, or rivets, nails, or screws hinges in position. Opens
case and verifies lid angle, using table gauge. Cuts specified material to size, using pattern and
shears, or obtains precut fabric. Brushes glue on area to be covered. Positions material on inner or
outer surfaces of case and smooths out wrinkles, using fingers. Trims excess fabric from joints,
seams, and edges, using knife. Glues or nails bracing blocks to case and covers blocks with material.
Presses cushion or pad into upper and lower sections of case. Examines case for misalignment of
edges, and opens and closes lid to test action of hinges and spring. Holds case over air nozzle and
presses pedal to remove dust and lint. Packs cases in shipping cartons. May crimp lids to case or
crimp bottoms to case frame, using pneumatic-powered crimper. May repair or replace hinges,
linings, and springs and be designated Case Repairer (leather prod.).
GOE: 06.04.27 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 80
Attaches clamps, clips, and hangers to precut fiberboard
backing for mirrors, using handtools, power-driven tools, and riveting machine: Places backing on
table. Marks location of clamps, clips, or hangers, using tape measure, template, and pencil. Drills
holes at marked locations with electric hand drill. Attaches clamps, clips, or hangers to backing,
using pneumatic screwdriver. Attaches support brackets to backing when mirrors are to be attached
to furniture, using riveting machine and handtools. Places gummed felt pads over exposed
screwheads and rivets to protect mirror finish. Glues hanging instruction labels to back. Stacks
completed mirror backs on pallet.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
739.684-042 CURTAIN-ROLLER ASSEMBLER (furniture)
Assembles curtain rollers for use in window curtains: Slips
and attaches coiled spring over shaft. Slides assembly into tube and plugs end with fiber insert.
Rivets small lever to ratchet plate to hold wound curtains in place. Drills holes and slots in retaining
rods, using drill press.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Attaches metal findings onto leather to decorate articles, such
as belts, gloves, and handbags, using either of following methods: (1) Positions template on precut
leather article. Punches holes in leather, following markings on template, using hammer and punch.
Inserts findings, such as buttons, locks, and ornaments, into holes and clinches findings, using
hammer and prying tool. (2) Brushes cement onto fittings, positions fittings on premarked leather
article, and presses fittings to leather.
GOE: 06.04.27 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.684-050 DEICER ASSEMBLER, ELECTRIC (rubber goods)
Assembles precut rubberized fabric, gum-rubber ply stocks,
and wiring elements to make electric deicers for airplanes: Determines location for rubber ply
(layers) stock and wiring elements on building form, following guidelines on form or using template
and blueprints. Positions rubber ply stocks and element in specified sequence on building form, and
secures them in place with rubber cement. Solders wire element connections at specified locations.
Compresses assembled ply stocks with roller to remove wrinkles and promote adherence. Cuts and
cements strips of gum rubber around wires for insulation and reinforcement. Trims excess ply stock
from assembled deicer with knife. May verify electrical resistance of deicer by clamping deicer lead
wires to testing device. May cover deicer with nylon blanket and tape it to building form
(preparatory to curing). May assemble pneumatic deicers and be designated Deicer Assembler,
Pneumatic (rubber goods).
GOE: 06.02.22 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
739.684-054 DEICER FINISHER (rubber goods)
Solders thermostats and terminal connections on airplane
deicers to complete assembly: Solders thermostats and terminal connections to lead wires of deicer,
using electric soldering iron. Measures and cuts gum rubber strips to reinforce lead wires. Buffs
rubber ply (layer) around lead wires of deicer, using portable electric buffer. Slips lead boss (molded
rubber cover) onto lead wires, and secures lead boss to deicer with gum rubber strips. Presses gum
rubber strip together with fingers to induce adherence. Cures gum rubber strips on deicer, using
spotcuring press.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
739.684-058 DEICER-ELEMENT WINDER, HAND (rubber goods) alternate titles:
heating-element builder
Constructs electric heating elements for airplane deicers:
Measures and cuts base stock for element from rubberized fabric to fit specified jig. Positions base
stock on jig and secures stock with jig bar. Lifts reel of specified wire to letoff rack and clamps end
of wire to jig by turning setscrew. Threads wire between poles of jig following specified pattern.
Pushes wires down to base of poles, and tightens expansion screw on jig to remove slack from wires,
using handtools. Brushes flux on wires to clean them preparatory to soldering. Solders parts, such
as $T3bus bars,$T1 jumper and lead wires, to element to make specified electrical circuit. Examines
element to ensure that solder joints are secure. Cements precut sections of rubberized fabric cover
stock over wires with rubber cement, and presses them together, using roller. Trims excess base and
cover stock from edges of element with knife. May clamp formed element to testing device to verify
electrical resistance.
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
739.684-062 FINISHER, BRUSH (fabrication, nec)
Finishes brushes, performing any combination of following
tasks: Holds wooden brush surface against sanding wheel and buffer to sand and polish brush heads
and handles. Trims, tapers, and shapes brush-filling material according to prescribed standards by
pushing brush over rotary trimmer, feeding it into trimming machine, or holding brush over blades
of clipping machine. Removes dust and loose filling material by placing brush in centrifugal
cleaning machine, holding it against cleaning brush, or feeding it into combing machine. Dips brush
handle in varnish or lacquer or sprays handle with varnish or lacquer and hangs it on rack to dry.
Paints identifying stripes on brush handle. Examines brush for conformity to job specifications and
defects and makes corrections, such as retouching varnished or lacquered surface and hand-trimming
filling material. Repairs cracked handles and bent ferrules. Separates and reroutes brushes that
cannot be repaired to corrective work station. May flatten ferrule, using press machine, and nail band
or ferrule to brush. May attach handle to brush.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Miters and cuts molding stock for picture frames to specified
length and angle, using miter knife: Turns screws to adjust feed guides to width of molding and to
adjust stop that measures molding for cutting. Turns handwheel to raise or lower miter bars that
protect edges from splintering. Inserts molding between guides and depresses foot treadle or pulls
hand lever to lower knife that cuts one end of stock at 45 degree angle. Places molding against stop
and under second blade that cuts other end to specified length and 45 degree angle. May make
several cuts with knife to complete full cut of thick stock.
GOE: 06.04.25 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.684-070 FORM COVERER (fabrication, nec)
Fits and fastens cloth covering on papier mache bust or
mannequin forms: Selects cover according to size of bust of mannequin. Pulls cover over form,
smoothing and fitting it manually. Tacks and pastes end of cover to inside of torso openings. Slits
cover at arm and neck openings, and pastes cover to edges of openings.
GOE: 06.04.27 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.684-074 FRAME REPAIRER (glass products)
Repairs surface defects in plastic mirror frames and mirrors:
Examines frame or mirror to detect defects, such as rough edges, cracks, and blisters on frame and
scratches on mirror. Unscrews brackets holding mirror within frame, using pneumatic screwdriver,
and removes mirror from frame. Clamps frame in vise to hold frame in position for repair. Fills
cracks in frame with putty. Sands and touches up defective area, using sandpaper and paint. Trims
rough edges from frames with wire cutters. Hand buffs scratched area on mirrors, to remove
scratches, using felt block and polishing compound. Reassembles repaired mirrors and stacks
nonrepairable items aside.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Installs mirrors or pictures in wooden, plastic, or metal
frames, performing any combination of following tasks: Assembles frames from precut material and
glues, nails, screws, or staples material together, using clamps, handtools, and power tools. Places
glass, picture, or mirror into frame. Inserts wooden strips between mirror and frame or covers mirror
edge with stripping to secure mirror in position. Positions backing, such as corrugated paper or
cardboard, over back of picture or mirror. Staples backing to frame or locates and marks points on
backing where hangers are to be placed, using ruler and pencil. Drills holes with portable electric
drill and bolts or screws hangers to mirror backing. Places mirror backing in frame and attaches
backing to mirror frame, using clips, screws, staples, and handtools. Bolts wings to frame to form
border of shadowbox mirrors. May mount picture on mat before framing. May perform all operations
of cutting, shaving, and drilling to prepare frame parts from stock molding according to customer
or company specifications. May pack mirrors or pictures for shipment.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Uncrates, assembles, installs, and repairs furniture and office
equipment in customers' homes or offices: Uncrates and assembles items, using handtools. Repairs
and paints dents and scratches in metal or wood. Cleans, repairs, and replaces safe and file drawers,
locks, catches, and slides. May repair or replace damaged vinyl or fabric upholstery material, using
handtools, patching, needle, and thread.
GOE: 05.10.01 STRENGTH: H GED: R3 M2 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Combs, sorts, and prepares human or synthetic hair for
making wigs, switches, and hair pieces: Pulls loose strands of hair across teeth of stationary comb
to remove tangles. Separates hair strands according to length and ties them in groups. Washes human
hair with soap and water and dries it in oven. Throws ends of hair against hackle (steel-bristled
brush) and pulls hair through teeth to disentangle and straighten strands; places hair between
cardboard sheets with ends protruding. Removes hair roots by brushing ends with brush containing
row of needles. May mix various shades of hair to obtain routine blends.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Attaches hinged metal frames to leather or fabric handbags:
Spreads grooves in frame, using automatic opening device or pliers. Brushes cement into grooves.
Trims edges and corners of bag fabric, using scissors. Clamps frame in frame-tightening device, and
pushes edges and corners of bag into grooves with fingers and punch. Depresses pedal of tightening
device to pinch sides of grooves around edges and corners of bag fabric. May record production.
May be designated according to type of handbag framed as Coin-Purse Framer (leather prod.);
Pocketbook Framer (leather prod.); Purse Framer (leather prod.).
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Performs any combination of tasks involved in assembly of
lampshades and lampshade collars: Applies glue to edges of shade fabric and backs of shade
attachments, such as collars, ornaments, and trimmings. Folds glued edges of fabric around wire
frame, and presses attachments onto fabric. Secures shade to frame by stringing cord through shade
perforations and lacing cord around frame rings. Tapes edges of parchment shades to prevent tearing
of parchment. Places pattern over shade skirt, marks points of attachment on skirt, and staples skirt
to shade. Rubs various colored paints on inner and outer surfaces of paper and parchment shades to
produce antique finish, using rubber sponge. May heat seams in press to set glue.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.684-098 LAST IRONER (wood prod., nec) alternate titles: ironer
Fits and nails steel plates to bottoms of wooden or plastic
shoe lasts: Straps last to ironing jack (holding device) and positions steel sole and heel plates of
specified size on bottom of lasts. Nails steel plates to last bottoms and shapes plates to contour of
last, using hammer. Files edges of last bottoms and steel plates to form smooth, flush edges.
GOE: 06.04.27 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.684-102 LAST MARKER (wood prod., nec)
Positions paper shoe last pattern of specified size and style
on bottom of wood last turning and draws outline around pattern for LAST TRIMMER (wood prod.,
nec).
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Remodels and repairs out-of-style, worn, or damaged shoe
lasts, performing any combination of following tasks: Saws kerfs into specified areas of last toe,
applies glue, and hammers wedges of last material into kerfs to build up toe area. Saws, files, and
sands toe of last to specified shape, using handtools and portable sanders. Drills holes in splintered
areas of lasts, using electric drill. Brushes glue on wood or fiber pegs and hammers pegs into holes
in last. Cuts pegs off at surface of last, using handsaw or powered saw. Verifies shape, using
templates and sole patterns. Replaces worn or damaged hardware and trim on last, such as hinge
pins, hinges, thimble sleeves, fiber and leather heel trim, or rubber tack holders, using handtools and
powered bench tools. Sands varnish from last and dips or sprays last with varnish to refinish.
Polishes last, using power buffer. Paints identifying stripes on last according to specified code. May
stamp style, size, and width numbers on last.
GOE: 05.10.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
739.684-110 LAST REPAIRER (boot & shoe; wood prod., nec)
Repairs shoe lasts: Drills holes in splintered areas of wooden
last, using electric drill. Brushes glue on wood or fiber pegs, and hammers pegs into holes in last.
Cuts pegs off at surface of last, using handsaw or powered saw. Files repaired area of last with hand
file to smooth surface. Patches holes and cracks in defective plastic lasts, and smooths patched or
rough areas, using sanding wheel or file and sandpaper. May stamp style, size, and width numbers
on last.
GOE: 06.04.25 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.684-114 LAST-REPAIRER HELPER (boot & shoe)
Removes and replaces worn cords that join blocks and lasts.
Glues on thin patches of leather at designated points to build up lasts. Nails heel plates to lasts that
clinch tacks driven through upper and insole during shoe construction. Fills tack holes and grooves
around bottom of last with plastic wood, using putty knife.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Attaches arms, legs, and pedestals to display form bodies:
Trims openings with knife to fit socket blocks. Tacks block in opening. Sets arm or leg in place in
socket block. Inserts pedestal into cavity of bust form and tacks form to pedestal. Sets form on
workbench between aligning bars. Aligns bust form with bars to balance it and nails form to
pedestal.
GOE: 06.02.22 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
739.684-122 MANNEQUIN SANDER AND FINISHER (fabrication, nec) alternate titles:
paper finisher
Smooths, patches, paints, and corrects contour defects in
papier mache and plastic mannequins: Removes waves with metal rasp and smooths surfaces with
sandpaper or power sander. Fills holes with plaster. Builds up surface of mannequin, using plaster,
paper, burlap, and cement. Brushes plaster over mannequin surface, sandpapers it to smooth finish,
and sprays it with flesh-colored lacquer.
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.684-126 MAT CUTTER (wood prod., nec)
Cuts materials to form bordering frames (mats) for pictures:
Measures and marks materials, such as matboards, fabrics, or paper according to size and width of
picture. Inserts material in holding device and cuts with knife or razor blade to form bordering frame.
May cut backing board to size, using knife or saw.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Assembles bits and stummels of smoking pipes by one of
following methods: (1) Reams hole in shank, using reamer. Inserts tenon end of bit into hole and
aligns mouthpiece with pipe bowl, using hands. May insert filter. (2) Places filter in shank, secures
bit in chuck, and starts machine to screw bit into shank. Removes pipe from machine. Tightens bit
and aligns mouthpiece with pipe bowl, using wrench.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Repairs needle board by replacing defective needles:
Positions needle board on repair rack or bench. Pulls out dull, broken, or bent needles with pliers.
Reverses board and inserts new barbed needles into drilled holes and hammers them tight. May
prepare new needle boards by inserting needles according to specified pattern.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.684-138 OIL-SEAL ASSEMBLER (leather prod.)
Assembles oil seals by placing and positioning specified
number of metal, leather, and rubber parts in specified sequence in metal case, using fingers and
handtools: Arranges and stacks parts on workbench. Inspects and discards parts having defects, such
as scratches and burs. Inserts and aligns parts in metal case, following specified sequence. Records
number of oil seals assembled and stacks them in pan. May position springs around periphery of
parts, using handtool. May examine oil seal after crimping and closing in press for exterior defects
as cuts and nicks.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Performs any combination of following tasks in fabricating
paint roller covers: Cuts material to shape for use in making roller covers, following pattern and
using handtools. Flattens stitching in lambskin material with hand flattener to produce smooth
surface. Combs nap of material, bevels ends, and shaves nap, using beveler or shear machine, to
provide uniform size and form to cover. Feeds material into machine that cuts material to specified
length. Feeds material into machine that reverses fabric and inserts and glues tube into fabric or glues
and inserts core (tube) into lambskin material to fabricate paint roller cover.
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Frames pictures in custom-made or stock frames: Mounts
picture on backing, using glue. Cuts mounted picture to fit frame, using papercutter or power saw.
Cuts glass to fit frame, using glass-cutting tool. Cleans glass and places it in upturned frame. Places
picture on top of glass. Cuts piece of cardboard to fit frame, and places it on back of picture. Pushes
or taps brads into frame or uses stapler to staple picture in place. Glues paper cover to back of frame.
Attaches screw eyes and wire to frame, using handtools or staple gun. May frame oil paintings that
do not require glass fronts or paper covers. May repair and redecorate old or broken frames.
GOE: 01.06.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
739.684-150 SCREEN MAKER (paper goods)
Builds printing screens used to reproduce designs on
wallpaper: Cuts and assembles wood or metal frames of specified dimensions for printing screens,
using saw, miter box, and other handtools, or fits together screen frame from precut and pregrooved
parts. Clamps frame to screen stretcher and lifts bolt of specified screening material to letoff rack.
Pulls screening material over frame and secures edges of screening on anchor pins of screen
stretcher. Turns adjustment wheels on screen stretcher to stretch and straighten screening. Examines
and feels screen to determine straightness and tension. Staples or glues screening materials to frame.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.684-154 TICKET-CHOPPER ASSEMBLER (furniture)
Assembles prefabricated components of ticket choppers: Fits
and aligns parts, such as legs, sides, doors, and chopper, by riveting, screwing, or otherwise fastening
parts together. Marks holes to be drilled and bores them, using power drill. Secures parts with rivets,
and flattens rivet ends with hammer. Screws chopper and handwheel to partially assembled box.
Places glass panes in grooves in front and on top of box. Attaches locks, hinges, and other hardware
to completed box, using rivets and hammer.
GOE: 06.04.22 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Assembles hard rubber tires and wheel rims for articles, such
as lawn mowers and baby carriages: Places rubber tire into jaws of spreading device and depresses
pedal to close jaws and stretch tire. Positions wheel rim on spindle mandrel at center of tire. Pushes
button to open jaws that release tire onto rim and removes wheel from spreading device.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.684-162 UMBRELLA TIPPER, HAND (fabrication, nec) alternate titles: framer;
tacker
Handsews umbrella covers to frames: Tacks cover to ribs
along seams and sews corners to tip of rib. Sews ties to outside of cover to hold umbrella when
folded.
GOE: 06.04.27 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Assembles aluminum, plastic, and nylon parts to form
venetian blinds, using handtools and power tools: Installs cord lock, cord drum cradle, worm gear,
and braces in position within head (top) portion of venetian blind, using pedal-operated riveter or
press and handtools. Attaches tapes and cords. Places required number of slats through loops in tape
and threads cord through holes in slats. Trims and fastens end of tape to bottom rail. Places caps on
bottom rail to close ends and secure tape in position. Pulls lowering, raising, and turning cords to
detect and adjust functioning defects. Wraps and packs blinds for shipment. May tend power press
to form and cut slats, head, and hardware attached within head. May assemble shades with vertical
louvers and be designated Vertical-Shade Assembler (furniture).
GOE: 06.04.22 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Interlaces hair strands in prescribed sequence, using weaving
fixture, and sews weft (woven piece) to mounting cord to make hair pieces, such as switches and
braids: Attaches threads of designated color and texture to rods and pegs of weaving fixture. Turns
pegs to tighten threads. Cuts strands from tuft of matched hair, using scissors and interweaves root
ends around and between threads in prescribed sequence. Pulls strands straight and weaves
successive strands to complete weft. Cuts and knots thread ends. Fastens mounting cord of specified
color to hub of mounting reel and turns reel handle to wind cord. Hand sews free end of cord to end
of weft with matching thread. Turns mounting reel to twist weft seam around cord. Loops end of
cord and sews remaining seam to loop, folding seam at intervals to smock (gather) hair.
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Installs draw cord and pulley hardware to complete assembly
of wood indoor or porch shades: Places shade on table and measures length and width of shade to
verify dimensions. Lays out and drills holes for lock pulley and screw eyes on wooden shade
mounting strip, using pencil, ruler, and hand or power drill. Screws lock pulley and screw eye into
place and threads draw cord through pulley to screw eye to complete assembly. Packs shade in box
for shipment.
GOE: 06.02.22 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Assembles woven-wood shades, performing any combination
of following tasks: Cuts woven-wood material to specified length and width, using scissors or razor
blade. Verifies length of shade material with tape measurer, applies glue to bottom slats of shade
material, rolls slat over, and clamps slats with hand clamp to allow glue to dry and form hem or
valance. Attaches headrail to top of shade material, using handtools, pneumatic stapler, and portable
electric drill. Cuts specified design along bottom of shade material or valance and attaches fringe to
cut portion, using shears and glue. Installs pulley in headrail, using handtools, cuts cord with knife,
and threads cord through shade and pulleys to complete assembly of shade. Pulls cord to cause
movement of shade to detect and adjust functioning defects. Examines damaged shades to determine
extent of damage and repairs damage, using handtools, tape, glue, and needle.
GOE: 06.02.27 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.684-182 WREATH AND GARLAND MAKER (fabrication, nec)
Assembles wreaths and garlands, using conifer boughs and
artificial decorations: Cuts conifer boughs to length, using pruning shears, and sorts them according
to shade of color. Ties boughs to garland cord or circled wreath form with wire, spacing boughs to
attain uniform appearance. Attaches specified decorations, such as holly, artificial berries, glass
balls, and ribbon.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.684-186 PIPE STEM REPAIRER (fabrication, nec)
Repairs or replaces defective pipe stems, using stem mounter,
press, grinding wheel, and handtools: Inspects pipes to determine defects. Removes and replaces
defective screw-stem assemblies, using screwdriver, glue, press, and stem mounter. Smooths ends
of unlevel pipe bowl shank to eliminate cracks between shank and stem, using grinding wheel. Heats
defective adjustomatic stems, inserts stems in pipe bowl shank, and twists stems, using pipe stem
wrench, to adjust alignment of stem and bowl. Replaces broken push-bit stems, using press machine.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 6 DLU: 86
Assembles wooden caskets from preformed panels and
moldings and attaches supplemental hardware: Nails and glues side, end, and bottom sections
together to form casket body. Assembles preformed sections of top frame, using hammer, glue,
clamping nails, and bar clamps. Locates and marks midpoint of top frame, using ruler and pencil.
Glues and nails panelboard and brace block between sides at midpoint for reinforcement. Positions
template over top edge of body or measures body with ruler to locate position of hinges and catches,
and recesses positions, using hammer and chisel or portable router. Drills holes at specified
locations, using portable power drill. Installs hardware, such as corners, handles, hinges, and catches,
using hand or power screwdriver. Sands and planes edges between body, top frame, and top panel
to form tight joint, using planer or portable sander. Attaches top panel to top frame, using hand or
powered screwdriver. Measures, cuts, and attaches ornamental molding or beading to casket body,
using saw, hammer, miter box, and ruler. Sets nailheads, using hammer and nail set. Fills cracks and
nail holes with wood filler or plaster of paris by hand or with putty knife. Smooths joints and edges,
using sandpaper and handtools. May cut or trim wood to specified size for use in assembly of casket,
using cutoff saw. May be designated according to part of casket assembled as Body Maker
(fabrication, nec); Cap Maker (fabrication, nec); Molding Fitter (fabrication, nec); Panel Fitter
(fabrication, nec); Top-Frame Fitter (fabrication, nec); Top-Frame Maker (fabrication, nec).
GOE: 06.02.22 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 78
Tends machine that forms finger buffs to lacings to produce
fabric buffing wheels: Positions lacings over center guide of circular tray (form) and secures lacing
with weight. Inserts $T3finger buffs$T1 under points of lacing, using marks on tray as guides.
Positions tray under ram of pressing machine and depresses pedal to lower ram that forces points of
lacing into material. Removes assembled buffing wheel from tray. May tend pressing machine to
press parts assembled by other workers and be designated Lacing Presser (tex. prod., nec). May tend
press to insert cardboard, wood, or metal cores in cloth buffing wheels and be designated Core
Inserter (tex. prod., nec).
GOE: 06.04.20 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Tends machine that inserts and secures bristles into ferrule
to form paint brush heads: Places bristles on feed belt and stacks ferrules in vertical feeding
magazine. Starts machine, observes movement of bristles on belt, and taps bristles on belt with
fingers to control level of bristles. Turns wheel to position specified amount of bristles for brush
head and to facilitate placement of ferrule around bristles. Notifies supervisor when machine
malfunction occurs. Verifies length of bristles in brush head, using gauge. Combs bristles with
electric brush to straighten bristles and packs completed brush head in box.
GOE: 06.04.20 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.685-018 BRUSH-HEAD MAKER (fabrication, nec)
Tends machine that glues brush bristles within ferrule to form
brush head, using either of following methods: (1) Places specified weights of epoxy glue and acid
in tank of pouring machine for mixing. Holds brush under machine spout that dispenses glue into
ferrule to cover bristles to designated height and secure bristles in place. Places glued brush head into
tray for drying. (2) Inserts brush base, of ferrule and bristles, into holes of machine table that rotates
under glue head that dispenses glue into bristles in ferrule. Removes brush head and inserts plastic
core into ferrule. Positions brush head in air-operated press that forces core into position within
ferrule. Places brush head in drying rack and inserts rack into oven for curing and drying.
GOE: 06.04.20 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.685-022 CLIPPER (fabrication, nec)
Tends rotary or lever-type machine that cuts brooms to
specified length and removes rough fiber ends: Sets indicator gauge according to broom length
specified, positions broom on turntable, and pushes table to feed edge of broom into rotating circular
knife; or moves stop along scale on table to set machine according to length of broom specified,
places broom on table against stop, and lowers blade by hand. May examine brooms and remove
defective fibers or twine. May attach metal cap to handle tip, using hammer and nails. May sew
brooms together at brush end with needle and thread, tie handles with twine, and wrap brooms in
paper for shipping.
GOE: 06.04.09 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Tends broom-winding machine that attaches mopheads to
handles: Places spool of wire or twine on wire holder and threads wire or twine through machine
guides. Inserts mop handle into chuck of winding machine and turns handwheel to tighten chuck,
securing handle in chuck. Threads wire or twine through hole in handle and ties wire or twine around
handle by hand. Positions mop yarn around handle and depresses pedal to start machine that rotates
handle and winds wire or twine around yarn strands, securing yarn to handle. Drives nail into handle
and twists end of wire around nail, or ties twine with looping device to secure wound twine to
handle. Removes mop from machine. May trim ends of yarn to even mophead. May tend machine
that cuts yarn into lengths for use as mopheads [CUTTER (tex. prod., nec) 686.685-022]. May tend
machine to bore holes in handles.
GOE: 06.04.20 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 78
Tends machine that winds and glues fabric on tubing to make
paint rollers: Fills glue spreader reservoir. Turns thermostat control knobs to maintain glue at
specified temperature or dips paint roller into glue to apply glue evenly to roller. Mounts tubing on
power-driven machine spindles and starts machine to rotate tube. Turns valve to regulate flow of
glue and to distribute it evenly over surface or rotating tube. Positions, holds, and feeds precut fabric
against glued surface of rotating tube as fabric is spirally wound and glued on tube. Removes wound
tube from machine spindles. May glue and trim fabric, using handtools to repair paint roller covers.
May glue loose ends to paint roller covers, using gluing machine. May bevel ends of roller cover,
using spindle beveling machine.
GOE: 06.04.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.685-034 SHANK THREADER (fabrication, nec)
Tends machine that cuts threads inside shank of smoking
pipes: Places pipe bowl in holding fixture and starts machine threading device. Pushes shank against
revolving tool of threading device that cuts threads inside predrilled shank hole. Removes pipe from
holding device and examines threaded shank for conformance to standards.
GOE: 06.04.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.685-038 STACKING-MACHINE OPERATOR II (any industry)
Tends stacking machine that stacks metal or plastic plates
or sheets to assemble laminated products, such as rotor cores or storage battery elements, or to form
bundles for shipment: Places specified material into one or more feed magazines or holding devices
of machine. Starts machine that counts and stacks specified number of pieces for each assembly or
bundle. Places stack in basket or in magazine of machine for further processing. May insert spacers
between bundles to form continuous stack.
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Tends bench machine that automatically fabricates pipestems
for corncob pipes: Examines wooden dowels for cracks and chips, and discards defective dowels.
Positions dowel in holding device of stem processing machine. Presses button to start machine that
automatically shapes dowel to form pipestem, bores airhole in stem, and taps ferrule onto stem. May
dip end of pipestem in glue, tap stem into pipe bowl, and apply decal to pipe bowl [ASSEMBLER,
CORNCOB PIPES (fabrication, nec)].
GOE: 06.04.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.685-046 TAPPER, BIT (fabrication, nec)
Tends press that inserts bushing into end of smoking pipe
bits which connects bit to shank: Places rubber bit in hot water to expand hole. Places bit and
bushing in opening of press and activates automatic mechanism that forces bushing into end of bit.
Allows bit to cool and contract around bushing.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.685-050 TAPPER, SHANK (fabrication, nec)
Tends machine that screws bushing into shank of smoking
pipe for use in connecting stem to shank: Places previously glued bushing on threaded projection
of tapping machine and holds threaded end of shank against bushing until they are screwed together.
Reverses machine to remove threaded projection from bushing.
GOE: 06.04.20 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Tends machine that attaches metal or plastic tips to corners
of prestitched umbrella covers: Positions tips in machine fixture and holds corner of cover in
position to receive tips. Presses pedal of machine to release tips and secure tips to corners of cover.
May sew tips in place with needle and thread [UMBRELLA TIPPER, HAND (fabrication, nec)
739.684-162].
GOE: 06.04.20 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Tends machines that form straw into rope, wraps yarn around
straw rope to form floral wreath bases, and winds vinyl around floral wreath bases to cover straw
and complete floral wreaths: Mounts spools of yarn on spindles of roping machine and draws yarn
through guide. Starts roping machine that moves straw through forming and tying mechanism to
form straw rope. Winds straw rope around ring guide specified number of times and starts machine
that automatically winds yarn around ring of straw rope to form wreath base. Positions straw wreath
base and starts machine that automatically rotates wreath base and winds vinyl around base to cover
straw. Examines wreath form to ensure straw is covered and places completed form on worktable.
May be designated according to machine tended as Roping Machine Tender (button & notion);
Wreath Wrapper, Machine (button & notion).
GOE: 06.04.09 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Assembles decorative wall plaques by hand: Arranges
flowers or other ornamental material, according to prepared design, and glues parts on pasteboard,
plastic, or wooden background. Places sheet of glass over design and applies gummed tape around
edges to hold glass in place. May assemble decorative arrangement, using twisting machine to fasten
arrangement together.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Joins parts, such as bowls and stems, to assemble corncob
pipes, performing any combination of following tasks: Dips end of pipestem in glue and taps stem
into pipe bowl, using mallet. Hammers metal ferrule onto end of pipestem and holds end of stem
over rotating reamer to enlarge hole in stem for insertion of mouthpiece. Positions pipe bowl over
flexible airhose and bends hose to release air that blows sawdust from reamed bowl. Inserts paper
filter or metal cleaner into mouthpiece of pipe and taps mouthpiece into pipestem, using mallet. May
apply decals to pipes. May hold pipe bowl over rotating reamer to cut end of stem that protrudes into
bowl or bevel end of pipe stem for insertion into pipe bowl, using cutting blade. May rotate pipe on
heated die or against flame to char and color pipe bowl.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 78
739.687-018 ASSEMBLER, FILTERS (glass products)
Assembles fiberglass filters for use in industrial and domestic
heating and cooling units: Places layer of precut treated fiberglass between perforated metal sides
for reinforcement. Inserts assembly in cardboard frame and folds sides of frame over edges of
reinforcements. Secures sides in place, using glue and staples. Seals edges of frame, using gummed
tape.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.687-022 ASSEMBLER, GARMENT FORM (fabrication, nec)
Joins together prefabricated, linen-covered papier mache
garment form sections to hold, fit, or shape garments being manufactured or altered. Inserts pedestal
into cavity of assembled form and fastens form to pedestal, using handtools.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-026 ASSEMBLER, FILTERS (auto. mfg.)
Assembles air, fuel, and oil filters for use on internal
combustion engines used to power equipment, such as motor vehicles, aircraft, locomotives, and
agricultural, construction, industrial, and marine equipment, performing any combination of
following tasks: (1) Folds, convolutes, and cures filter paper. Places roll of paper on holder and
threads paper through machine. Observes machine for jamming or overcuring. (2) Assembles pack
(filter paper), metal tube, and jacket (perforated filter paper) into unit. (3) Dips ends of unit in liquid
plastic solution. (4) Places metal, plastic, or cardboard disks on ends of unit. (5) Places unit in
machine that automatically fastens sealers on ends.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 78
739.687-030 ASSEMBLER, SMALL PRODUCTS II (any industry)
Performs any combination of following duties to assemble
parts of various materials, such as plastic, wood, metal, rubber, or paperboard, to produce small
products, such as roller skates, toys, shoe lasts, musical instrument parts, or loudspeakers: Positions
parts in specified relationship to each other, using hand, tweezers, or tongs. Bolts, screws, clips,
cements, or otherwise fastens parts together by hand, using handtools, portable powered tools, or
bench machines. Performs fastening, force fitting, or light cutting operations, using machines such
as arbor presses, punch presses, taps, spot-welding or riveters.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 81
739.687-034 BEADER (furniture)
Installs plastic molding strips into slotted edges of metal
tabletops, using mallet and bandsaw: Positions center of molding strip over leading edge of tabletop
as it moves along conveyor, and pushes tongue of molding into slot along entire edge of tabletop.
Pounds molding with mallet to seat molding firmly in slot. Lifts tabletop from conveyor onto
worktable, and cuts off overlapping ends of molding, using bandsaw. Pounds trimmed ends of
molding into slot to form tight joint. Heats molding strips in hot water tank prior to installation when
specified on job order.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: M GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-038 BLOCK INSPECTOR (fabrication, nec)
Observes wooden match blocks passing on conveyor and
removes those containing pitch pockets, faulty grain, and knots.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Sorts broomcorn fibers according to specified length and
quality to determine fibers to be used as cores, or outer layer: Opens bales of broomcorn stems with
wire cutter. Examines and removes stems which are short, off-color, broken, or do not otherwise
meet standards. Measures lengths of standard stems or panicles, using grading table scale.
Determines grade of stems according to length, color, and fineness of fiber. Bundles and labels
graded broomcorn. May remove seeds and straighten fibers [BROOMCORN SEEDER (fabrication,
nec)] or cut stalks to length.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.687-046 BRUSH FILLER, HAND (fabrication, nec) alternate titles: draw hand
Fills prebored brush heads with hog bristles, horsehair, nylon,
vegetable fiber, or other brush-filling materials: Secures brush base in bench fixture. Threads wire
through hole in brush head. Loops end of wire around filling material, pulls material through hole
in brush head, and ties wire to secure material. Repeats process until holes are filled.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Cuts wicks, using scissors and knife, to separate candles after
wax-dipping process: Places candles, assembled on metal frame, on revolving stand. Rotates stand
by hand and cuts wicks at butt end. Removes candles from frame and examines for defects in shape
and finish. May grade candles according to size and type. May trim ends, using hand dies.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: M GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-054 CANDLE MOLDER, HAND (fabrication, nec)
Molds candles by hand: Places wick over center of one
section of mold, presses mold halves together and fastens with rubberband. Pours wax through
opening and places mold in water to harden wax. Separates mold and removes candle. Scrapes
excess wax from candle surface, using knife, and examines for surface defects and uniformity of
color.
GOE: 06.04.32 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Wipes smoking pipes with cloth to remove dust, putty, and
other foreign matter: Places pipes in box or bin according to style. May clean inside of bit, using pipe
cleaner.
GOE: 06.04.39 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-062 CLEANER, SIGNS (fabrication, nec)
Cleans and polishes electrical and outdoor signs and letters:
Washes glass, plastic, and painted signs and letters with cleaning agent and water, cleaning
compound, or acid solution and cloth or brush to remove dirt, stains, and other foreign matter. Dries
surfaces, using cloth, chamois, or squeegee. Rubs metal signs and letters with cleaning agent to
remove dirt and corrosion, and polishes with clean cloth.
GOE: 05.12.18 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-066 COMPACT ASSEMBLER (jewelry-silver.)
Joins upper and lower halves of vanity compacts: Inserts pins
in hinges to join halves, using fingers or tweezers. Attaches spring catch lock by pressing it into
place with pinching tool. Fits mirror on inside of cover.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-070 DIGGER (fabrication, nec)
Digs into bowl and shank of smoking pipe blank with pointed
tool to remove rough spots and smooth surface: Examines bowl and shank for imperfections. Digs
out rotten briar, or stones and smooths rough spots with a pointed tool, exercising care not to dig too
deep into wood. Fills holes with putty to give smooth surface to bowl and shank.
GOE: 06.04.25 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.687-074 DUST-BRUSH ASSEMBLER (house. appl.)
Installs hollow-centered dust brush in vinyl plastic housing
to form vacuum cleaner attachment: Loads plastic housings into tank of warm water to soften plastic
material and increase elasticity. Removes warmed housing from water, and places housing in bench
fixture. Inserts back of brush in housing, and presses down on brush with fingers to expand
heat-softened wall of housing, and force brush into retaining groove. May remove plastic housing
from mold while housing is still warm and elastic, and place housing in bench fixture, rather than
place housing in warm water to soften.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Inserts triangular shaped metal rod through binding material
sewn to yarn strands to form dust mopheads. Ties ends of binding material to secure mophead to rod.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-082 EXAMINER (fabrication, nec)
Inspects and packs umbrellas preparatory to shipping:
Examines covers for pattern matching, tears, and stitching defects. Clips loose threads from
umbrella, using scissors. Inspects frames for defects, such as bent ribs and missing tips. Stacks
rejected umbrellas for correction. Inserts accepted umbrellas in wrappers and packs them in cartons
according to types, sizes, and pattern designs. Records types and quantities of packed umbrellas.
May hold opened umbrella over steam nozzle to smooth covering.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Slips rubber bulbs over ends of glass tubes to form eye
droppers.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-090 FILLER (fabrication, nec)
Fills cavities in exterior surface of corncob pipe bowls with
plaster of paris: Mixes plaster paste and water. Places cob bowl on revolving spindle. Applies plaster
to sides and ends of bowl by hand, filling cavities and smoothing exterior surfaces of bowl. May
apply sealer to interior of hickory pipe bowls to seal bowls.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Assists FIRE-EQUIPMENT INSPECTOR (any industry) in
testing, inspecting, and repairing fire-fighting equipment. Performs other duties as described under
HELPER (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 05.07.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.687-098 FLOOR WORKER (wood prod., nec)
Removes centers from cork or plastic washers, using
screening box: Dumps washers into screening box. Presses washers against wire-mesh bottom or
shakes box to remove centers from washers. Dumps washers into cartons for shipping.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77
Separates precut gaskets from strips of cork, rubber, or
composition material and examines gaskets for defects, such as cuts or flaws in material. Sorts
gaskets according to type and places gaskets on table for packing.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-106 INSPECTOR I (fabrication, nec)
Inspects boxed matches to ensure that they meet product
specifications: Opens sample cases of matches from each pallet load and inspects boxes for labeling
and packing. Examines matches for quality of coating. Ignites several matches to ascertain that they
strike and burn efficiently and safely. Routes rejected loads for further inspection, salvage, or
disposal. May inspect match strip sections for defects, such as tears, unevenness, incomplete slitting,
and compressed heads.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.687-110 INSPECTOR III (furniture) alternate titles: checker
Inspects metal furniture and parts for defects: Verifies color
of furniture against work ticket specifications. Feels and visually inspects furniture and parts for
defective work and damage, such as unwelded joints, wrinkled or torn upholstery, and dents. Marks
defective areas with chalk or crayon, and segregates furniture and parts requiring repair.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.687-118 INSPECTOR, WREATH (fabrication, nec)
Inspects holiday decorations made from twigs and boughs,
such as wreaths and door charms, for completeness and quality: Examines pieces received from
individual workers or on conveyor belt to ascertain that specified greens and decorative items have
been combined in required proportions, that each assembly is full and symmetrical, and that binding
wires are tight and secure. Trims protruding twigs, boughs, and wire ends with pruning shears or
nippers.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Assembles handles for detachable mopheads, performing any
of following tasks: Inserts butt end of handle into spring, positions lever between spring and handle,
and fastens spring and lever to handle, using automatic stapler. Positions metal head over end of
handle and fastens head to handle, using automatic stapler. Pulls wire bail over metal head and
inserts end of bail through holes in levers.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-126 NAILER (tinware)
Fastens wooden bottoms in metal jackets used as protective
covering for containers, such as gasoline and oilcans: Fits jackets over cans and inserts circular
wooden block into jackets, flush with edge of jackets and against bottoms of cans. Drives nails
through lower rim of jackets into wooden bottoms.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-130 ORNAMENT MAKER, HAND (fabrication, nec)
Cuts, folds, glues, and assembles holiday ornaments and
wrappings, such as tinsel balls, artificial holly wreaths and trees, Christmas tree lights, and ribbon,
using handtools, such as scissors, pliers, wirecutters, and staplers.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Performs any combination of following tasks to assemble
paint rollers: Places shaped metal rod in fixture of ram press machine and aligns paint roller handle
with end of rod and machine ram. Depresses pedal activating ram that forces handle onto rod.
Assembles roller cage (body) to extended metal rod of handle and secures cage to rod with locknut
or screw. Places plastic end cap over locknut or screw to cover end of roller, using capping machine
or by hand. Examines roller for ease of movement and correct alignment and places roller in
container.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-138 PART MAKER (jewelry-silver.)
Forms and lines parts for use in jewelry and instrument cases,
performing any combination of following duties: Glues specified fabric on cardboard blanks to make
lining base. Inserts cotton pad in lining to form cushion. Places glue-coated fabric on precut metal
strip in jig and pulls handle of heating device to fold and seal fabric around strip to form
bracelet-type watch holder. Places covered bracelet band on metal cylinder and shapes by hand or
in groove of forming device and turns handle to shape band around form. Inserts wire spring in
lining pad and positions pad and bracelet on holders in fixture. Pulls feeder that picks up and fits
spring into groove on bracelet. Pulls lever of fastening device to press spring in place and fasten
bracelet to pad or inserts bracelet into groove by hand. Records number and type of parts made. May
be designated according to specific part made as Bracelet-Form Coverer (jewelry-silver.); Bracelet
Former (jewelry-silver.); Cushion Maker, Hand (jewelry-silver.); Lining Maker, Hand
(jewelry-silver.); Pad Assembler (jewelry-silver.).
GOE: 06.04.27 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
739.687-142 PATCH DRILLER (fabrication, nec)
Examines briar pipe stummels and removes defects, using
drill: Examines and feels pipes to detect cracks, splits, and decayed wood. Guides pipe against
rotating drill, varying angle of cut and pressure on pipe, according to type and size of defect.
Deposits pipes in boxes according to size of drillings.
GOE: 06.04.25 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Examines smoking pipes for cracks, splits, and holes: Fills
imperfections with putty, using knife and fingers. May mix putty according to formula. May insert
paper filter into pipe stem upon completion of examination and repair of pipe. May be designated
according to size of defects patched as Fine Patcher (fabrication, nec); Rough Patcher (fabrication,
nec).
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 78
Tends machine that breaks in (chars) new pipe bowls: Inserts
pipes into suction tubes on machine, fills bowls with tobacco, and lights tobacco, using torch. Turns
valve on and off to pull air through pipes in simulated series of puffs. Removes pipes from machine,
empties ashes, and wipes bowl with cloth. Inspects interior of charred bowls to verify conformance
to company standards. Places processed pipes in box.
GOE: 06.04.18 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-154 POLISHING-PAD MOUNTER (optical goods) alternate titles: pad maker
Applies pitch and mounts cloth pads on surface of metal
$T3laps I$T1 used for polishing lens surfaces: Heats metal laps over gas flame. Rubs bar of pitch
or pours molten pitch on heated lap surface and positions cloth pad on lap. Places cup-shaped holder
of same curve as lap over cloth pad and clamps assembly in bench press until pitch sets. May apply
pad or remove old pad, using knife.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Pours molten wax to form candles by either of following
methods: (1) Positions metal pins in center of molten wax to form holes for candle wicks and pours
specified quantity of wax into molds to form candles. (2) Positions preassembled wicks and metal
bases in containers. Pours measured amount of wax into each container to anchor wick assembly.
Positions series of funnels (pouring assembly) above glasses and moves lever to fill glasses with
wax. Trims wicks to uniform length with scissors. Packs finished candles in cartons.
GOE: 06.04.32 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-162 PULL-OUT OPERATOR (fabrication, nec)
Pulls out sheets of dried felt-base floor covering from racks
in drying oven: Removes one sheet and splices end to next sheet, continuing drawing-out operation
until all sheets have been removed.
GOE: 06.04.40 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Classifies smoking pipe stummels according to quality of
briar and length of shank: Examines stummels for defects, such as cracks, splits, and decayed wood.
Measures length of shank, using gauge. Classifies stummels according to specifications for each
grade and places them in designated boxes. Dips high grade stummels in alcohol to bring out grain
of briar and sorts them according to distinctiveness of grain. Discards defective briars. May inspect
damaged pipes to determine method of salvage.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 78
739.687-170 SMOKING-PIPE LINER (fabrication, nec)
Coats chambers of pipe bowls with syrup or honey mixture
to improve taste of pipes during breaking-in process: Cleans dust and other foreign particles from
bowl and shank, using airhose. Dips brush or swab in specified syrup or honey mixture and applies
mixture to chamber of pipe bowl to coat and sweeten bowl. Sets bowl aside to dry.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-174 STAINER (fabrication, nec)
Dips smoking pipe stummels into staining solution and
places them on conveyors or in sawdust to dry. Places dry pipes in containers according to style.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Brushes on or immerses fabric in gelatin to stiffen fabric for
use in making artificial flowers. Drapes fabric over poles to dry.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Examines squares (tiles) of felt-based linoleum material
passing along on conveyor and replaces missing and substandard tiles.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-186 TRAVERSE-ROD ASSEMBLER (furniture)
Assembles traverse curtain rods for shipment: Secures rod
in bench fixture and inserts and attaches pull cord, master slides, nylon sliders, and pulleys into rod
slot. Slips retaining brackets over ends of rod to complete assembly. Stacks rods in boxes. May cut
cord to specified length before insertion into rod slot. May adjust functioning of traverse rod to meet
specifications, using handtools. May dismantle defective or damaged traverse rods to salvage parts,
using handtools.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: M GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-190 UMBRELLA FINISHER (fabrication, nec)
Mounts puffs, enlarges handle hole, and glues handles on
umbrellas: Places leather or cloth puffs over umbrella rod to cover top. Hammers ferrule over end
of rod to secure puff in position. Reams socket of handle to enlarge hole, using floor-mounted
electric drill. Spreads glue inside hole with brush and inserts handle into rod of umbrella frame.
Opens umbrella cover and steams it over nozzle of steamer to remove wrinkles. Examines umbrellas
and sets aside defective umbrellas for corrective processing. Inserts completed umbrellas into paper
of plastic tubes preparatory to packing.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Assembles vacuum bottles by placing plastic saddle in
container bottom, inserting glass bottle in saddle, slipping metal locking ring over bottle, placing
plastic stopper in mouth of bottle, and screwing plastic drinking cup onto threaded mouth of bottle.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77
739.687-198 VENETIAN-BLIND CLEANER AND REPAIRER (any industry)
Cleans and repairs venetian blinds, using handtools: Dusts
and washes blinds, using cloth, vacuum, brush, water and detergent. Hangs blinds on rack to dry.
Examines blinds to detect defective or worn parts, such as cord, tape, or slats, and replaces parts,
using handtools. May install blinds. May assemble blinds.
GOE: 05.12.18 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Fastens candlewicks to metal bases to make candles: Inserts
wick through hole in base. Strikes flange of wick hole with metal die to crimp base onto wick. Ties
specified number of assemblies together by twisting wicks to hold assemblies together. Places group
of assemblies in containers. May tend wick-cutting machine that cuts wicks prior to assembly.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
739.687-206 BRUSH LOADER AND HANDLE ATTACHER (fabrication, nec)
Attaches plastic handles to wire ends of brush heads to
assemble household brushes: Positions brush heads in fixtures attached to machine conveyor,
following specified procedures. Aligns ends of plastic brush handles with heated wire ends of brush
heads on conveyor, pushes hollow end of handles against heated wires, and twists handles to secure
brush heads to handles. Occasionally adjusts temperature control of induction welder that heats brush
head wire ends to maintain specified setting.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 86
739.687-210 PIPE STEM ALIGNER (fabrication, nec)
Inspects and aligns smoking pipe stems with pipe bowls,
using pipe stem wrench, according to specifications.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 86
74 PAINTING, DECORATING, AND RELATED OCCUPATIONS
This division includes occupations concerned with applying
decorative or protective materials, such as paint, enamel, varnish, shellac, stain, or oil to articles by
brushing, spraying, wiping, or hand-dipping, includes preparing surface of the article, mixing coating
ingredients, handrubbing filled or coated surfaces, and related activities.
740 PAINTERS, BRUSH
This group includes occupations concerned with covering
or decorating surfaces, using brushes.
Instructs workers in painting decorations on plates, bowls,
saucers, and other bisque dinnerware: Demonstrates decorating techniques, such as brush stroking,
color mixing and blending, and design highlighting to trainees. Explains procedures for adding water
or glycerine to obtain prescribed consistency of paint. Evaluates and prepares reports of trainees'
progress during various stages of training program. Recommends advancement, transfer, or
termination of trainees to management. Consults with management and engineering personnel and
recommends new techniques for improving quality of decorating process. May maintain production
reports and attendance records.
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
Paints pictures or designs onto surfaces of glassware, such
as tumblers, vases, or bowls, using brush and following pattern or design: Mixes ceramic paints to
obtain color specified on pattern. Places glassware onto table or workbench. Sketches outline of
picture or design onto glassware. Paints design or picture onto glassware. Compares finished product
with pattern. Places painted glassware onto moving conveyor. May rub in dry color on sandblasted
areas of glass articles to tint them.
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Applies paint to exterior or interior of glassware, such as
tumblers, vases, or bowls to tint glass and to apply luster to glassware: Mixes color with oil and
water to obtain desired consistency. Centers glassware on balanced wheel and balances glassware
on wheel with weights. Turns pivot pole with one hand to rotate wheel and glassware, and holds
paint brush to glassware while resting arm on support to steady hand to apply thin layer of paint.
Examines glassware for brush strokes. Places painted glassware onto moving conveyor.
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
740.381-018 PAINTER (button & notion)
Applies paint to wire-framed, clear-plastic articles, such as
flowers, leaves, and butterflies used in artificial artistic arrangements, to impart natural coloring,
using brush: Selects specified colors of stain paint and adds paint thinner to each color to attain
desired consistency. Applies successive coats of paint to plastic articles, using brush, to attain
desired shades and hues necessary to achieve natural lifelike appearance. Removes excess paint,
using brush or cotton swab. Hangs articles on rack to dry after each coat of paint. Maintains daily
production record.
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
740.484-010 STRIPER, HAND (any industry)
Paints stripes, letters, or decorative edges on bicycle frames,
motorcycle fenders and tanks, utensils, or other stamped products, using handbrushes and enamel
or lacquer. Marks area to be stamped, lettered, or decorated, using rule or template. Mixes paint and
matches colors according to specifications, or uses prepared paints.
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Draws line of color or gold around edge or rim of bisque or
glost ware, such as cups and plates, with brush: Sets ware on wheel and centers it. Starts wheel
revolving. Holds brush against spinning ware, resting arm or hand on support to steady it and make
line straight. Draws lines on handles and oval or irregular-shaped ware freehand. May use hand roller
to apply decorative color to ware edges. May mix color glazes by hand to obtain specified color
shade. May paint bands or lines on exterior and interior of glassware, such as tumblers, vases, and
bowls, and be designated Bander, Hand (glass mfg.; glass prod.).
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
740.684-010 CHARGER I (jewelry-silver.)
Applies decorative colored enamel pastes to jewelry articles
by hand, following specifications or sample articles: Places article in holding device and applies
paste, using spatula, tweezers, or pick. Removes excess paste, using blotter or special brush to push
back surplus enamel that spreads over design.
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
740.684-014 DECORATOR (pottery & porc.)
Paints decorations on plates, bowls, saucers, and other flat
and hollow bisque dinnerware prior to glazing, using brush and following sample or design: Adds
water to specified color of paint to obtain desired consistency. Turns ware by hand or using turntable
and applies underglaze paint to smooth and raised surfaces, following ware sample or designs
stamped or embossed on ware. Rubs ware with sponge, pumice stone, or abrasive cloth to remove
excess paint and to achieve desired shaded effect in design. Stamps identification mark on bottom
of ware, using rubber stamp. May carve holes in greenware, according to specified pattern to produce
features such as bank slots and eyes. May paint glazed ware. May apply decals to glazed ware.
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 5 DLU: 81
740.684-018 ENAMELER (jewelry-silver.)
Applies decorative enamel to jewelry articles, such as pins,
earrings, insignia, and award medals, using handtools and electric oven: Cleans jewelry in baths of
acid and water, and scrubs surfaces with brush. Mixes ground colored enamel and distilled water,
according to specifications. Applies enamel of various colors to designated areas of jewelry to form
specified design, using spatula or pick. Places metal tray containing jewelry in electric oven to melt
and fuse enamel to jewelry. Immerses jewelry in baths of acid and water to remove oxide scale. Rubs
enameled surfaces with abrasive stone to smooth and remove excess enamel. Reheats enamel in oven
to produce luster.
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
740.684-022 PAINTER, BRUSH (any industry) alternate titles: painter, hand
Brushes paint, lacquer, rustproofing agent, or other coating
onto metal, woodstock, or fabricated items, using brush: Places workpiece on bench, stanchion, or
floor. Cleans surfaces, using hand scraper, wire brush, sandpaper, or turpentine. Pours desired
amount of thinner into paint. Paints articles, using brush. Cleans brushes and floor, using solvent or
soap and water. May transfer items to and from work area, using hoist or handtruck. May be
designated according to article painted as Last-Code Striper (wood prod., nec); Painter, Drum (any
industry); Painter, Mannequin (fabrication, nec); Pipe Coater (steel & rel.); or according to coating
applied as Japanner (any industry); Lacquerer (machine shop); Car Varnisher (railroad equip.).
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
740.684-026 TOUCH-UP PAINTER, HAND (any industry) alternate titles: hand painter;
retoucher; salvage painter
Paints articles, such as clock or instrument hands and dials,
engraved surfaces, glass tubes, and ceramics, to cover or touch up articles, using brush: Inspects
workpiece for inspector's markings or defects. Wipes, scrapes, sands, or applies cleaning solution
to surface to prepare for retouching. Dips brush into specified paint or protective coating solution
and applies it to surface of article specified. Brushes paint over surface and wipes it from unengraved
area to paint engraved etchings. May apply coating of material, such as plastic wax or removable
paint, to mask surfaces for plating, painting, or metallizing. May straighten parts, such as clock dials
or hands, using jig or bench press, preparatory to painting. May paint original items, such as dials
for custom-built instruments, freehand or using stencil or tracing device.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 88
Paints rims or other parts of buttons, using artist's paintbrush
and spinning device: Positions button on continuous spinning device and holds brush against part
of button to be painted. Presses knee lever to activate knock-out device that automatically removes
button from spinning holder.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: S GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
740.687-018 PAINTER, EMBOSSED OR IMPRESSED LETTERING (any industry)
Colors identification or model numbers, brand names, or
designs embossed or impressed in articles, using brush or roller: Positions workpiece on bench.
Cleans area to be painted, using solvent-soaked cloth. Brushes or rolls paint, lacquer, or ink of
specified color over embossed or impressed lettering or design. Wipes excess material from
surrounding surfaces, leaving embossed or impressed areas coated with coloring material. May be
designated according to article decorated as Dice Spotter (toy-sport equip.); Painter, Battery Brand
And Vent Plug (elec. equip.).
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Applies paint to unfinished edges of plastic panels, using
hand roller, prior to assembly of panels into tabletops. Wipes excess paint from top of edges, using
rag. Stacks panels on pallet for transporting to assembly line.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
741 PAINTERS, SPRAY
This group includes occupations concerned with covering
or decorating surfaces, using spray guns and stencils.
Applies paint or lacquer to papier mache mannequin to
simulate parts of body and articles of clothing: Sets mannequin on revolving table in spraybooth.
Masks parts preparatory to spraying, using gummed paper. Selects color according to part to be
colored, such as red for lips, blue for eyes, and black for shoes, and sprays figure, using airbrush.
May attach eyelashes to eyes of finished display forms. May specialize in one phase of coloring,
such as tinting of body or painting of eyes.
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
741.684-014 FOAM-GUN OPERATOR (plastic prod.)
Sprays mixture of resins and activators (foam) on reinforced
plastic products, such as shower stalls, bathtubs, and automobile body parts, using foam gun: Turns
valves to obtain specified mixture, quantity, and force of resin and activator to gun nozzle. Directs
spray onto workpiece to insulate, reinforce, or build up thickness of product, according to
specifications. Moves sprayed items to curing area, using dolly. Cleans nozzle and spray equipment,
using menthol chloride.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
741.684-018 PAINTER, AIRBRUSH (any industry)
Coats, decorates, glazes, retouches, or tints articles, such as
fishing lures, toys, dolls, pottery, artificial flowers, greeting cards, and household appliances, using
airbrush: Stirs or shakes coating liquid and thinner to mix solution to specified consistency. Pours
solution into airbrush container, couples airbrush to airhose, and starts compressor or opens valve
on compressed-air line. Turns adjusting sleeve on nozzle of airbrush to regulate spray pattern to size
of workpiece or area to be sprayed. Presses button on airbrush to spray coating over workpiece, or
to spray specified designs and decorations on workpiece, spraying freehand or using stencils, masks,
screens, and tape. Cleans airbrush nozzle and hose with solvent. May be designated according to
article sprayed as Bait Painter (toy-sport equip.).
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sprays heated paint onto silvered surface of glass to protect
silver coating: Starts conveyor that moves silvered glass through painting and drying areas. Starts
pump that circulates hot water through hose to heat paint and starts heating units of drying ovens.
Turns valve to start paint flowing to spray gun and directs spray over surface of glass. Observes heat
pump indicator and air pressure gauge to determine that specified temperature and air pressure are
maintained. Turns thermostat to regulate temperature of ovens.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
741.684-026 PAINTER, SPRAY I (any industry) alternate titles: spray-gun operator
Sprays surfaces of machines, manufactured products, or
working area with protective or decorative material, such as paint, enamel, glaze, $T3gel-coat,$T1
or lacquer, using spray gun: Cleans grease and dirt from product, using materials, such as lacquer
thinner, turpentine, soap, and water. Applies masking tape over parts and areas that are not to be
coated [MASKER (any industry) 749.687-018]. Fills cavities and dents with putty to attain smooth
surface. Selects and mixes coating liquid to produce desired color, according to specifications, using
paddle or mechanical mixer. Pours coating liquid into spray container and connects gun to airhose,
using wrenches. Turns sprayer valves and nozzle to regulate width and pressure of spray according
to knowledge of painting technique. Pulls trigger and directs spray onto work surface to apply prime
or finish coat. Coats areas inaccessible to hand sprayer, using brush. Cleans spraying equipment and
brushes with solvent. May heat and spray wax onto products after they are tested. May use acid, wire
brush, or steel wool to remove rust from metal. May paint designs on rug surfaces for decorative
purposes or for use as guidelines in carving rugs, using spray gun and stencil, and be designated
Stenciler (carpet & rug). May be designated according to article sprayed as Hat Sprayer (hat & cap);
Painter, Ordnance (ordnance); Sprayer, Railroad Car (r.r. trans.); or according to material used as
Gel-Coat Sprayer (ship-boat mfg.; toy-sport equip.); Porcelain-Enamel Sprayer (any industry). May
be designated: Ceramic Sprayer (brick & tile; pottery & porc.); Enameler (pottery & porc.); Enamel
Sprayer (any industry) I; Glaze Sprayer (auto. mfg.); Lacquer Sprayer (any industry) I; Painter,
Insignia (aircraft mfg.; auto. mfg.); Panel Finisher (paint & varnish); Primer Sprayer (aircraft mfg.;
auto. mfg.); Sprayer, Auto Parts (auto. mfg.); Thinner Sprayer (auto. mfg.). May act as lead person
in group.
GOE: 05.10.07 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 89
Repairs porcelain enamel finish on commercial and
household appliances or fixtures: Inspects marked defects, such as chipped or cracked surfaces to
ascertain extent of damage and determine repair procedures. Removes old porcelain or smooths
rough spots, using sandpaper, emery stone, and power grinder. Turns spray gun nozzle and valves
to set spray pattern and to adjust air pressure. Coats defective area with enamel, using spray gun, to
fill holes or other flaws. Cleans spray gun, paintbooths, hoses, and pressure tanks, using solvent,
putty knife, and brush. May brush on porcelain. May replace damaged appliance panels or trim,
using screwdriver, wrench, or pliers.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: H GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Tends spray-painting machine that automatically applies
lettering, diagrams, or designs on products, such as speedometer faces, automobile steering-wheel
hubs, and radio or television control knobs: Places workpiece in masking jig and depresses pedal to
clamp workpiece against stencil mask. Depresses pedal to spray exposed area of workpiece through
mask. Removes product from jig and examines coating for smears, runs, incomplete painting, and
similar flaws. Removes and places paint saturated masks in mask-washing machine for cleaning.
May record production.
GOE: 06.04.09 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Inspects finishes, such as paint, lacquer, or porcelain enamel
on items, such as household appliances, automobiles, toys, or bicycles while items move along
production line or in inspection bays to ascertain conformance to standards: Examines workpiece
for scale, cracks, shade variances, or unpainted areas. Marks workpiece with symbol to indicate
defective area and type of repair needed. Records number and type of units rejected and reasons for
rejection. May mark other defects, such as loose welds and loose or missing parts. May inspect
decals, identification markings or stenciling on workpiece to ensure specified location, clarity, and
alignment. May record number and types of metal and paint defects, using hand held, programmed
data collector.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 86
Assists PAINTER, SPRAY (any industry) I 741.684-026 to
spray-paint surfaces of materials or products, performing any combination of following tasks: Loads
and moves materials to work area, using handtruck or dolly. Fills containers with prescribed
quantities of paint and thinner. Applies masking to articles [MASKER (any industry) 749.687-018].
Installs specified nozzles in spray guns. Replaces screens and filters. Cleans and prepares surface
of articles to be painted, using solvent, sandpaper, wire brush, and scraper. Pushes painted articles
to and from drying oven, using handtruck. Cleans spray and drying chamber, conveyor, tanks, hoses,
and nozzles, using solvent, brushes, and cloths. Racks workpieces on conveyor; and inspects, marks,
and transfers finished pieces to stockroom or shipping areas. Positions articles in jigs or erects
ladders and scaffolds. Performs other duties as described under HELPER (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 05.12.03 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 81
741.687-018 PAINTER, SPRAY II (any industry) alternate titles: painter, rough
Performs duties as described under PAINTER, SPRAY (any
industry) I 741.684-026 where coating of surface or product is required without need for finished
appearance. Sprays manufactured articles on assembly line, or travels to work site to spray materials,
such as waterproofing, adhesive, foam, or paint, onto surfaces of articles. May be designated
according to article sprayed as Coil Sprayer (electron. comp.); Mica-Parts Sprayer (electron. comp.);
Painter, Barrel (petrol. refin.); or according to coating applied as Enamel Sprayer (any industry) II;
Lacquer Sprayer (any industry) II; Sizing Sprayer (furniture). May be designated: Dag Sprayer
(electron. comp.); Doper Operator (tinware); Lipcoat Sprayer (any industry); Painter, Blackwall Tire
(rubber tire); Painter, Chassis (auto. mfg.); Painter, Electric Motor (any industry); Silicator
(chemical); Special-Lining Applier (any industry); Spray Cementer (leather prod.); Sprayer (boot
& shoe); Tile Sprayer (brick & tile); Timber Sprinkler (mine & quarry); Undercoat Sprayer (aircraft
mfg.; auto. mfg.); Waterproofer (boot & shoe).
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 90
Paints decorative stripes on manufactured articles, using
spray gun and templates: Fills reservoir of spray gun with paint or enamel. Positions straightedge,
template, or other guide on article to be striped, and pulls trigger of gun to apply paint or enamel as
gun is moved along surface. Touches up stripe, using brush, and wipes excess paint from surface,
using cloth and turpentine. May stripe articles against molding or in groove of article without use
of guide. May paint decorative stripes or spiral designs on articles such as bisque ware or wheels as
they revolve on turntable or mandrel, using spray gun equipped with specified striping nozzle. May
be designated according to product or article striped as Pottery Striper (pottery & porc.);
Washing-Machine Striper (house. appl.).
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
742 STAINING, WAXING, AND RELATED OCCUPATIONS
This group includes occupations concerned with applying
liquid or paste materials to produce natural finishes on wood and similar materials.
742.134-010 SUPERVISOR, FINISHING (furniture)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
applying finishing coats of liquid mixture of paint, varnish, solvent, and stain to wood furniture
surfaces and rubbing and polishing surfaces to desired luster: Reviews work tickets to plan
production schedules. Confers with supervisors of other departments to coordinate flow of materials
and products. Determines finishing materials required for operations and requisitions materials from
supply area. Inspects finish of furniture at various stages to verify conformance to company
standards. Trains new workers. May monitor pressure gauges and turn valves to adjust flow of finish
material, such as stain, paint, or lacquer, to spray guns. Performs other duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 79
Rubs previously applied finish coat on furniture or other
articles to produce lustrous or dull finish: Applies oil or wax to surface of article. Sprinkles
powdered pumice stone on surface. Rubs surface with cloth or steel wool, or guides rubbing tool
equipped with felt pad over surface to produce desired finish. Wipes residue from surface of article
with cloth. May be designated according to type of finish obtained as Duller (furniture); Satin
Finisher (furniture; wood prod., nec). May stain light spots and rub dark spots with sandpaper or
steel wool to produce uniform coloring and be designated Brush Shade-Hand (furniture). May rub
freshly stained furniture to produce highlights (thin spots in stain) and be designated High-Lighter
(furniture).
GOE: 06.04.25 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 79
742.684-014 STAINER (furniture; wood prod., nec)
Stains parts of furniture or mirror and picture frames and
other furniture items, using brush, pad, sponge, or spray gun, or by dipping parts or frames into vat
of stain by hand. Rubs stained surface with cloth or felt pad to wipe off excess stain and distribute
it evenly over surface. May be designated according to method of applying stain as Brush Stainer
(furniture).
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 78
Rubs surfaces of furniture, to which filler, stain, glaze, or
washcoat has been applied, to remove surplus filler or finish: Rubs filler into pores of open-grained
wood and spreads stain, glaze, or washcoat evenly over wood surfaces, using brush, cloth, or power
rubbing tool. Wipes surfaces with cloth to remove excess filler or finish. May apply filler or finish
to surfaces. May smooth rough spots on surfaces of furniture prior to application of glaze, using steel
wool. May be designated according to coat wiped as Filler Wiper (furniture); Glaze Wiper
(furniture); Stain Wiper (furniture); Washcoat Wiper (furniture).
GOE: 06.04.25 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 79
749 PAINTING, DECORATING, AND RELATED OCCUPATIONS, N.E.C.
This group includes occupations, not elsewhere classified,
concerned with hand-dipping, cleaning, masking, and other activities involved in painting and
decorating.
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
decorating ceramic dinnerware: Examines production schedule to determine type of dinnerware to
decorate and type of decoration specified. Assigns tasks to workers, such as stamping or painting
designs or lines on dinnerware and applying decals or colored underglaze to dinnerware. Confers
with other supervisors to coordinate workflow. Requisitions required supplies and equipment.
Demonstrates decorating techniques to workers and inspects decorated items to ensure compliance
with company specifications and standards. Establishes and maintains worker training programs.
Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May be
designated according to specific method of decorating as Supervisor, Decaling (pottery & porc.).
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
749.131-014 SUPERVISOR, PAINT DEPARTMENT (any industry)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
mixing paint, preparing surface of object to be painted, painting object, and drying or baking paint
on object: May compute paint mixture formulas. May plan and program sequence of tasks for robots
in spray paint booth. May move controls to adjust furnace temperatures, paint supply, hydraulic
pressure, or conveyor speeds. May inspect painted surfaces for paint coverage, flow of paint, and
color quality. May measure thickness and viscosity of paint applied to objects, using measuring
devices. May be required to have experience with particular materials or products painted and
application methods. Performs duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M4 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 86
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
spray painting, sanding, rubbing, and polishing wooden and metal caskets: Inspects casket finish in
process and upon completion for smoothness of sanding, uniformity of staining, finish applications,
and rubbing and polishing effects, to determine conformance to company standards. Demonstrates
techniques to train new employees in finishing caskets. Performs duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
749.137-010 CHEST-PAINTING AND SEALING SUPERVISOR (ordnance) alternate
titles: chest-painting leader
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
painting, striping, and lettering wooden chests for packing small-arms cartridges, and in cutting,
forming, soldering, and painting metal liners for chests. Performs other duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
Covers surfaces of items, such as books, furniture, harps, and
signs, with metal leaf, such as aluminum, gold, or silver, to decorate them, using brushes, T-shaped
handtool, and hands: Brushes sizing (thin glue) on sections of items which are to be covered with
leaf (gilded), according to design. Transfers leaf from supply book onto pallet. Rubs camel-hair
brush in hair to electrify brush and picks up leaf with brush, or picks up leaf with T-shaped,
felt-edged tool, and lays leaf over sizing; or presses sheets or ribbons of leaf onto sizing by hand.
Smooths leaf over surface and removes excess, using brush. Rubs leaf with polished burnishing
agate, cotton pad, or gloved hand to polish leaf or simulate worn metal finish. May brush or spray
protective lacquer coat over gilded surface.
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
749.587-010 RACKER (toy-sport equip.)
Clamps arrows in rack preparatory to dipping: Aligns arrows
in row and slides one end of row into rack slot. Builds successive layers of arrows by separating
rows with dividers until rack is filled. Clamps ends of arrows in rack to hold them securely.
Removes dividers and transfers loaded rack to painting department. Keeps records of arrows racked.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Applies decal designs to surfaces by moisture process:
Cleans surface to be covered, using moist cloth. Submerges decal in water to moisten adhesive and
backing paper. Positions decal on surface visually or using template and smooths out air bubbles
with roller or edge board. Slides backing paper from decal and wipes off excess adhesive with damp
cloth. May cut out decals from sheet with scissors. May varnish over design. When applying decals
to chinaware, may be designated Print Decorator (pottery & porc.).
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Applies decorative designs to furniture or inflatable athletic
balls by hand, performing any combination of following duties: Positions specified stencil on item
and sprays or brushes paint into stencil opening to apply decorative designs or lettering, using spray
gun or brush. Applies decal designs to furniture surfaces by moisture process [DECAL APPLIER
(any industry) 749.684-010]. Brushes shellac, paint, or gilt onto surface of furniture to form
decorative designs, stripes, or letters. May be designated according to duties performed as Stenciler
(furniture) or Striper (furniture).
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 87
Decorates lighting fixtures, such as lamp bases and
chandeliers with designated designs by squeezing decorating material from plastic tube onto fixture:
Mixes decorative material with water to obtain specified consistency. Pours material into plastic
tube. Squeezes tube to eject decorating material onto workpiece while moving tube with free arm
motion to form specified designs, such as flower petals.
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
749.684-022 EDGE STAINER II (leather prod.)
Stains edges of leather articles, such as wallets and key cases,
using either of following methods: Fills reservoir of spray gun or roller device with color of stain
specified on work ticket. (1) Presses button to activate blower that removes spray mist and fumes
from spray booth. Positions bundle of leather articles on turntable and pulls lever to lower ram that
holds and compresses bundle for staining. Manually rotates turntable and sprays stain on edges of
bundled articles, using spray gun. (2) Presses button and turns set screws to activate stain-saturated
roller and to regulate amount of stain on roller. Holds and turns edges of leather articles against roller
to stain edges. Places stained articles on worktable or revolving turntable to dry. May mix tinting
liquids and stains to match color of leather articles. May be designated according to method of
staining as Roller Stainer (leather prod.); Spray Stainer (leather prod.).
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
749.684-026 FINISHER (wood. container)
Paints assembled wooden containers with primary coat of
paint, using brush. Applies finish coat of paint over primary coat when it has dried, using spray
equipment.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
749.684-030 FRAME TRIMMER I (wood prod., nec) alternate titles: shader and toner
Paints contrasting color of paint on mirror-or picture-frame
molding: Compares color of mixed paint with sample and adds paint to mixture to match sample.
Lays strip of molding face up on table. Dips cloth pad, steel wool, or sponge in paint and rubs pad
over surface, or applies paint to portions of molding with brush or roller.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
749.684-034 LACQUERER (jewelry-silver.)
Coats surfaces of ornamental figurines and trophies with
lacquer to preserve surface gloss: Adds thinner to lacquer to obtain desired viscosity. Verifies
viscosity of lacquer in vat, using viscometer. Places metal objects in wire basket and immerses
basket in lacquer, using hand-operated hoist, or sprays objects with lacquer, using spray gun.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Brushes or sprays paint to cover scratches, chips, or repairs
in painted finish of items, such as refrigerator cabinets, washing machines, or automobile bodies:
Cleans and prepares surface for painting, using water, solvent, and scraper. Applies thin, even coat
of finish material, such as paint or lacquer, to sanded area, using spray gun. Sprays lacquer or thinner
material over finish coats to blend in spots and eliminate halo around repair. Paints chipped spots
with brush. Compares color of paint supply with color chart and workpiece and remixes it to match
standard colors. Maintains spray painting equipment. May mark identifying code on workpiece to
indicate destination for further processing.
GOE: 05.10.07 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
749.684-042 PUTTY GLAZER (any industry)
Applies coating of putty, mastic, or similar material to
imperfections in manufactured articles, preparatory to application of paint or other final coating:
Inspects surface of article for defects, such as holes, cracks, and indentations. Spreads material over
flaws, using dauber or knife, and brushes or spreads thinned putty or sealer over surface to conceal
blemish. May spray article with prescribed coating, using spray gun. May prepare surface for
finishing coat, using wire brushes, sandpaper, power grinder, or sandblasting equipment. May tend
oven to bake article before or after application of final coating. May be designated according to
article coated as Wheel Filler (auto. mfg.).
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
749.684-046 STOVE REFINISHER (any industry)
Cleans, removes rust, polishes, and enamels used stoves and
ranges: Dips stove or range shell and fittings into caustic solution which removes dirt and grease,
using block and tackle. Transfers dipped article to drying oven. Removes rust from parts, using
power-driven rotary wire buffer, and polishes brightwork surfaces on polishing wheel. Dips parts
or article in enamel vat, using hoist, and transfers article to drying oven for prescribed time. May
similarly refinish other articles, such as refrigerator cabinets, washing machines, and clothes driers.
GOE: 05.12.14 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Trims excess paint from metal bands on shanks of smoking
pipes, using paint trimmer and file: Examines pipe stummels to detect metal bands with excess paint.
Places stummel bowl over paint trimmer stud, lowers trim blade, and rotates pipe stummel to trim
off excess paint. Files excess paint from metal band around pipe bowl shank on designated pipe
styles, using file. May operate tumbler barrel to smooth pipe stems and perform duties as described
under TUMBLER OPERATOR (any industry) 599.685-110.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 86
749.684-054 WALLCOVERING TEXTURER (paper goods)
Applies paint to decorate textured wallcoverings in
prescribed pattern: Reads production card and paint sample book to determine information, such as
colors specified, patterns, and methods of paint application. Positions roll of wall covering stock on
worktable, and tapes end of stock to takeup reel of drier used to dry painted stock. Drips specified
paint onto stock, using stick or sponge depending on paint application method specified for pattern,
dips paint roller into paint solvent, and spreads paint onto stock, according to pattern. Places blotting
paper on wet paint, and rubs paper to remove excess paint and achieve pattern design. Pushes button
to activate drier takeup reel to move painted wall covering into drier and unpainted stock onto
worktable. Removes dried rolls of wallcovering and repeats process, using additional paints to
achieve final pattern. Observes wallcovering in drier for breaks and tapes wallcovering together to
repair breaks. Sprays water repellent on specified wallcovering, using spray gun.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 86
749.686-010 STRIPER, MACHINE (motor-bicycles)
Feeds motorcycle and bicycle fenders in machine that paints
decorative trim on fenders: Inserts and guides fenders between paint wheels of machine that paints
decorative stripes on fenders. Removes fenders from discharge end of machine and positions them
on rack to dry. Examines stripes for consistency and thickness of paint. Wipes excess paint from
fenders, using rag. Pours paint in machine reservoir to replenish supply. Removes drive mechanism
and paint wheels from machine, using hex-key wrench, and cleans parts with brush and solvent.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
749.687-010 DIPPER AND DRIER (woodworking)
Immerses wooden articles, such as curtain-pole ends and
doorstops in bath of paint or dye to form protective or decorative coating on articles: Hammers
articles onto nails protruding from sides of reels (wooden disks with holes at centers), using rubber
mallet. Dips article in bath, holding reel in horizontal position. Mounts reels on shafts of drying
machines which rotate reels to hasten drying process. Pulls dried articles from nails by hand.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: H GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 87
749.687-014 KEG VARNISHER (wood. container)
Mixes varnish and dryer in tank. Dips and rolls keg in
mixture to varnish surface.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: M GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
749.687-018 MASKER (any industry) alternate titles: body masker; taper
Covers specified areas of metal or wooden parts to be
spray-painted, using masking tape, cardboard, or paper: Marks area to be masked on parts or articles,
such as aircraft and automobile assemblies, lamp bases, or motorcycle fenders, using rule or
template. Cuts or tears paper or cardboard to specified size. Secures masking in place with gummed
tape to protect parts while surrounding areas are spray-painted. May smooth unmasked surface, using
sandpaper. May dip or coat article with liquid wax instead of applying masking. May tape precut
masks or stencils to article.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
749.687-022 PAINTER, SKI EDGE (toy-sport equip.)
Applies stain to ski edges, using felt-tip dauber: Pours
specified amounts of enamel and mineral spirits in bowl and stirs mixture with plastic stick to
prepare stain. Positions and clamps ski in vise to secure ski for daubing. Scrapes and washes ski
edge, using razor blade, putty knife, cotton cloth, and solvent. Slides and dabs stain-saturated dauber
along ski edge to apply stain. Wipes off excess stain, using cotton pad. Occasionally conceals
blemishes, such as rough spots and pits, using filler, blade, knife, steel wool, and abrasive cloth.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Fills in nicks, welding and die marks, and imperfections in
metal furniture with plaster (special quick-drying metal filler) after priming coat is dry and
preparatory to application of finishing coats, using putty knife to smooth filled spots. May smooth
metal surfaces with sandpaper.
GOE: 06.04.33 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Removes paint, lacquer, stain, or other finish from furniture
and furniture parts by rubbing surface with cloth, brush, steel wool, and solvent to prepare them for
refinishing. Immerses small articles in vat filled with solvent before rubbing. Blows excess solvent
from surface with airhose or wipes surface dry with cloth.
GOE: 06.04.39 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
749.687-034 PIPE RACKER (fabrication, nec)
Inserts paper into pipe bowls and inserts dummy stems into
bowl shanks to protect openings in stummels during painting process: Places pipes over pegs on
bowl tray in specified sequence. Twists and removes stems, places stems in corresponding position
on pipe stem tray, places dummy stem in pipe bowl shank, inserts paper into pipe bowl to plug bowl
during painting. Replaces plugged bowl on peg. Examines painted pipe bowls, following painting
process, to verify conformance to company standards. Removes paper from bowl, using pick. Twists
and removes dummy stems and places tray of painted bowls in heated storage area to cure paint.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 86
75 OCCUPATIONS IN FABRICATION AND REPAIR OF PLASTICS,
SYNTHETICS, RUBBER, AND RELATED PRODUCTS
This division includes occupations, not elsewhere classified,
concerned with laying out, marking, cutting, carving, shaping, scraping, pressing, fitting, modeling,
cementing, bench molding, and bench casting of products from plastics, synthetics, rubber, and
related materials.
750 OCCUPATIONS IN FABRICATION AND REPAIR OF TIRES, TUBES, TIRE
TREADS, AND RELATED PRODUCTS
This group includes occupations concerned with fabricating
or repairing solid and pneumatic tires, pneumatic casings, inner tubes tire treads, and related products
for such conveyances as vehicles, airplanes, farm equipment, and children's vehicles. Includes
recapping and retreading automobile tires. Such minor repairs as patching inner tubes and sealing
punctures in tubeless tires are included in Group 915.
750.130-010 SUPERVISOR (rubber tire)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
manufacturing rubber tires and tubes. Inspects products in process to ensure adherence to
specifications. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
May be designated according to process involved as Bead Supervisor (rubber tire); Curing
Supervisor (rubber tire); Millroom Supervisor (rubber tire); Rubber-Compounder Supervisor (rubber
tire); Stock-Preparation Supervisor (rubber tire); Tire-Building Supervisor (rubber tire);
Tire-Finishing Supervisor (rubber tire); Tire-Room Supervisor (rubber tire); Tube-Room Supervisor
(rubber tire).
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L4 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
750.132-010 RETREAD SUPERVISOR (rubber tire)
Supervises workers engaged in vulcanizing, retreading, and
recapping automobile tires. Performs duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master
Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Inspects completed rubber products or products in process
for conformance to specifications: Inspects products for such items as width, weight, length and
markings, using ruler, thickness and hardness gauge, protractor, and book of specifications. Verifies
temperatures and pressures on machine recording instruments. Tags substandard products and
discusses defects with department supervisors to correct them. Writes report on all substandard
products. May inspect storage area to ensure specified racking of rubber goods. May inspect mixing
machine to ensure that it is functioning according to specifications.
GOE: 06.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
750.382-010 TIRE TECHNICIAN (rubber tire)
Tests experimental and sample production tires to determine
strength, wearability, and cause of failure: Inflates tire on test machine, and adjusts controls to
simulate road conditions, such as speed, weight-mileage check, and roadbed. Operates test
equipment, such as autographic load-deflection recording mechanism, deflection machine, dead-load
pressure gauge checking machine, and deflection-variation measurement machine, to evaluate tire
uniformity, quality, and durability. Maintains periodic follow up on test until tire fails or has run for
specified time. Cuts cross section from test tires, new experimental tires, or actual road tested tires
with power saw. Counts bead wires and plies in cross section, verifies angle of plies with protractor,
and measures specified areas on tire to ascertain effects of testing. Records test results and prepares
graphs to compare test results.
GOE: 06.03.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Builds pneumatic tires on collapsible drum device from
rubber components, such as beads, ply stock, tread, and sidewalls: Positions ply stitcher rollers and
drum according to width of stock, using handtools and gauges. Rubs cement stick on drum edge to
provide adhesive surface for plies. Pulls ply from supply rack and aligns with edge of drum.
Depresses pedal to rotate drum, winds specified number of plies around drum to form tire body. Cuts
ply at splice point and presses ends together to form continuous band. Brushes solvent onto ply to
ensure adhesion and repeats process as specified, alternating direction of each ply to strengthen tire.
Pushes switch to move bead setters that press prefabricated beads onto plies and to position rollers
that turn edges of plies under and over beads. Winds chafers and breaker onto plies. Aligns tread
with guide, Starts drum to wind tread onto plies, and splices ends. Starts rollers that bond tread and
plies as drum revolves. Depresses pedal to collapse drum and lifts tire onto conveyor. May turn ends
of plies under and over beads with steel rod. May build heavy-service or limited production tires for
aircraft, trucks, or equipment and be designated Tire Builder, Heavy Service (rubber tire).
GOE: 06.02.29 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
750.384-014 TUBE BUILDER, AIRPLANE (rubber tire)
Cuts and cements rubber stock to build airplane tire tubes:
Places templates on calendered gum stock, traces patterns, and cuts stock with scissors, holding
edges at angle to obtain beveled cut. Washes edges with solvent and brushes on cement. Joins stock
together to form tube by lapping and bonding edges with hand roller. Marks valve location with
template and inserts valve in tube.
GOE: 06.02.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
750.387-010 TIRE CLASSIFIER (rubber tire)
Examines defective tires rejected by TIRE INSPECTOR
(rubber tire) to determine extent of repair and disposition of tires: Segregates tires according to
defects, such as spread cords, ply separations, buckles, and blisters, and sends them to TIRE
REPAIRER (rubber tire). Probes defects with handtools to determine extent of damage. Prepares
daily report of defects. Recommends disposal of nonrepairable tires. May repair minor defects, such
as puncturing blisters or applying patches, to prepare tires for storage.
GOE: 06.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
750.681-010 TIRE REPAIRER (rubber tire)
Repairs defects in cured tires as identified by TIRE
INSPECTOR (rubber tire), using handtools and rubber patch: Examines and probes tire with awl to
determine extent of defect. Buffs blemishes from tire, using portable buffer. Cuts out rubber around
cracks and buffs area to prepare it for patching. Cements gum rubber patch into cutout to build up
defective area. Rolls down patch with hand stitcher and punctures air pockets in patch to remove
trapped air. Buffs and trims excess patch rubber from tire. Replaces treads by cutting defective tread
from plies, buffing ply surface, and cementing new tread onto plies. May tend vulcanizing machine
to cure patch on tire for specified time. May replace imprinting plates on electronic replating
machine to change or clarify markings on tire.
GOE: 06.02.29 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
750.684-010 BAND BUILDER (rubber tire) alternate titles: pocket builder
Builds $T3bands$T1 for use in manufacturing truck tires:
Positions ply stock on drum and aligns stock with sides of drum. Depresses pedal to rotate drum
while guiding ply onto drum to form band. Swabs wrinkles with benzol and smooths by hand.
Splices ends of plies by pressing with fingers. Repeats operation, reversing angle of splice until
specified number of plies are formed into band. Depresses pedal or pulls lever to move rollers
against band and rotate drum to bond plies. Pushes pedal to collapse drum and pulls band from drum.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
750.684-014 BEAD BUILDER (rubber tire)
Wraps rubberized tape around coiled and rubber coated wire
to reinforce tire bead: Positions bead on machine guide wheels and sets roller clamps to hold bead.
Applies end of stock(bead-wrap fabric, gum-filler strip, or bead-flipper fabric) to bead. Starts
machine and guides stock from roll onto bead as it rotates. Cuts stock with scissors and presses loose
ends onto bead with fingers. Releases clamps and lifts bead to rack. Tags and ties specified quantity
and type of bead into bundles. May be designated according to stock applied as Bead Filler (rubber
tire); Bead Flipper (rubber tire); Bead Wrapper (rubber tire).
GOE: 06.04.07 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
750.684-018 GREEN-TIRE INSPECTOR (rubber tire)
Inspects uncured tires: Measures tread width and sidewall
dimensions with ruler and gauge. Weighs tires for conformance to specified tolerance, and keeps
weight records on all tires. Verifies thickness of liner and ply stock to be used in tire fabrication,
using dial thickness gauge. Stamps approved tires, and marks rejected tires.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Builds (molds) semi-raw rubber tread onto buffed tire casing
to prepare tire for vulcanization in recapping or retreading process: Applies rubber cement to casing,
using brush or spray gun preparatory to application of camelback (new rubber treads). Selects
camelback according to whether tire is to be retreaded or recapped, tire width, and tread thickness
specified. Rolls camelback onto casing by hand, and cuts it with knife. Rolls hand roller over rebuilt
casing, exerting pressure, to ensure adhesion between camelback and casing. May place rebuilt
casing in mold for vulcanization process.
GOE: 05.12.12 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
750.684-026 TIRE GROOVER (automotive ser.)
Cuts grooves in treads of worn, vulcanized, or retreaded tires,
using hand cutting tool: Fastens tire on holder. Pulls electrically heated grooving knife around
circumference of tread to form grooves, following old design or laying out new design. Cuts
crosswise grooves in tread in similar manner.
GOE: 05.12.13 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
750.684-030 TIRE INSPECTOR (rubber tire) alternate titles: final inspector
Inspects cured tires to ensure conformance to standards: Lifts
tire manually or with hoist onto turntable. Revolves table to inspect for sidewall cracks, foreign
material, and blisters. Feels beads to detect kinks and feels inner surface of tire to detect spread
cords, ply separations, or buckles. May trim toe of bead and mold overflow with knife [TIRE
TRIMMER, HAND (rubber tire) 750.684-034]. Marks defects and sorts tires for removal to balance
and label, repair, or classification sections. May use fluoroscope or camera to detect flaws in tires.
May inspect inner tubes. May be designated according to type of tire inspected as Passenger-Tire
Inspector (rubber tire); Truck-Tire Inspector (rubber tire).
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
750.684-034 TIRE TRIMMER, HAND (rubber tire)
Trims excess rubber formed on solid or pneumatic tires
during curing process, using knives: Lifts tire onto turntable or machine-driven rollers, or works on
overhead or roller conveyors. Trims excess rubber from tread, sidewall, and inside diameter of tires
as tire is rotated manually or mechanically. Lifts tire from table or pulls lever to remove it from
rollers. May buff tires to remove defects and foreign matter and impart smooth finish, using power
buffing wheel. May remove burrs and marks from rim band of solid tires, using power hand grinder
or wire brush. May paint rim bands of solid tires with rust inhibiting coating. May be designated
Solid-Tire Finisher (rubber tire).
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Vulcanizes breaks and holes in casings and treads of motor
vehicle tires: Cuts and trims broken sections of tire with knife. Scrapes and cleans area, using
electrically or air-rotated wire brush. Coats break on inside of tire with rubber cement. Cuts raw and
corded rubber patches and rolls them into rupture, using hand roller, to ensure adhesion. Covers
rupture on outside of tire with tread rubber and works rubber into hole with hand roller. Trims patch,
using knife. Places tire in tire mold of vulcanizing machine which has been heated to specified
temperature. Adjusts air or steam bag inside tire, inflating it to exert pressure on tire in mold. Clamps
tire in mold and allows it to remain until rubber is vulcanized and patch fused with surrounding
rubber. May inspect and rebuff tire.
GOE: 05.12.12 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
750.684-042 TIRE-BLADDER MAKER (rubber tire)
Fabricates $T3bladders$T1 used in tire curing presses,
performing any of following duties: Brushes rubber cement on ends of skived rubber stock and
splices stock into ring shape, using press to fuse ends. Removes spliced stock and weighs it on preset
scale to ascertain conformance to specifications. Places ring in press that forms and cures bladder.
May place spliced ring in stock preheater to soften it prior to molding. Dips cured bladder in water
tank to cool it after molding. Trims and smooths bladder, using knife, hot knife, and hand buffer.
Bolts steel fittings, used to attach bladder to curing press, to finished bladder, using handtools.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
750.684-046 TUBE BALANCER (rubber tire)
Tests tubes for airplane tires to ensure conformance to
balance specifications and glues patch to tube to equalize weight: Inflates tube with airhose, and fits
it over hub of gravity balance wheel to locate heavy area. Determines overweight and selects balance
patch to equalize weight. Hand buffs and brushes cement on area to which patch is applied. Bonds
patch to area, using hand roller.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
750.684-050 TUBE REPAIRER (rubber tire)
Repairs defects in cured tubes: Cuts out defective areas, such
as buckles, cracks, and thin spots, with scissors. Buffs cut edge, washes with solvent, and brushes
cement on area to be repaired. Applies uncured gum patch and bonds with hand roller. Removes
defective valves, washes area, and applies new valve. Spot-cures repairs on automatic or manually
operated air-ram press (hot plate). Buffs repaired areas to smooth finish with hand buffing machine.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
750.685-010 SQUEEGEE TENDER (rubber tire)
Tends unit of $T3band$T1 building machine that rolls
$T3squeegee$T1 and gum strip onto ply stock: Lifts rolls of gum strip and squeegee onto letoff rods
of machine and threads stock through series of guide rollers. Lifts bias-cut ply stock from conveyor
to apron of machine. Turns setscrews to adjust apron guide and provide even application of squeegee
and gum on ply stock. Starts machine to run squeegee and gum onto ply stock and to accumulate ply
stock in $T3festoon$T1 for BAND BUILDER (rubber tire). Splices each succeeding section of ply
stock to previous one by hand to form continuous strip.
GOE: 06.04.07 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
750.685-014 TIRE RECAPPER (automotive ser.)
Tends machines that recap and retread tires for reuse:
Inspects tire to determine whether it is suitable for recapping and rejects tire if damaged beyond
repair. Pushes tire against power buffing wheels, using tire holder, to prepare tire for recapping or
retreading. Builds new tread onto buffed casing, using brush or spray gun to apply rubber cement,
and hand roller to cause tread to adhere to casing. Tends mold that vulcanizes tread onto tire and
molds tread design, and adjusts controls to inflate air bag within tire to specified pressure and heat
mold to required temperature. May tend machine that automatically ingests, extrudes, and applies
rubber to buffed tire.
GOE: 05.12.12 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Installs inner tubes and flaps in tires preparatory to shipping:
Positions tire under hydraulic spreader clamps. Pushes switch to activate clamps that spread sidewall
of tire. Inserts inner tube in tire with valve located at point marked by TIRE BALANCER (rubber
tire). Inflates inner tube, using airhose. Inserts flap over inner tube to prevent damage.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: H GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Inspects cured tires for conformance to balance
specifications: Lifts tire onto balance table manually or with hoist. Pulls lever to spread holding
fixture that secures tire in position. Releases lock that permits balance table to float freely on
mounting and bubble gauge to function. Observes bubble gauge to determine if tire balance is within
specified limits. Marks tire where gauge indicates lightest area, for location of inner-tube valve. Lays
aside unacceptable tires and lifts acceptable tires onto conveyor. May affix identification labels on
acceptable tires.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
750.687-018 TIRE INSPECTOR (automotive ser.)
Inspects used tires to be retreaded for automobiles, buses,
trucks, and other automotive vehicles: Examines breaks in cord, bead and sidewall. Places tire on
tirespreading machine and examines inner surface of tire for breaks. Marks breaks with chalk to
indicate repairs required prior to retreading. Rejects tires that cannot be retreaded.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
750.687-022 TIRE SORTER (rubber tire)
Sorts cured and uncured tires according to size and type as
indicated by identification number on tire: Compares number on tire and numbers on pallets,
conveyors, hand or rock trucks leading to further processing, such as curing, finishing, buffing, or
testing, and places tire on conveyance. Sorts uncured tires and places them on saddles (storage racks)
prior to automatic curing.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
751 LAYING OUT AND CUTTING OCCUPATIONS, N.E.C.
This group includes occupations, not elsewhere classified,
concerned with laying out, marking, and cutting of plastics, fiberglass, synthetics, rubber, and related
materials.
GOE: . . STRENGTH: GED: R M L SVP: DLU: 77
751.381-010 PATTERNMAKER (engraving)
Lays out and cuts plastic patterns used for pantograph
engraving according to sketches or blueprints, using drafting instruments and engraving tools:
Establishes reference points on plastic sheet and computes layout dimensions, following blueprints.
Marks or scribes lines on plastic sheet, using drawing tools, such as straightedge, compass, and
scriber. Cuts out pattern, using jeweler's handsaw or jigsaw. May tend injection molding machine
to form plastic patterns.
GOE: 01.06.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
751.387-010 STOCK PREPARER (plastic prod.)
Cuts milled plastic materials or rubber molding compounds
to size for compression or transfer molding processes, using die press or papercutter. Weighs
preforms to verify required weights. Discards off-standard pieces. Stacks preforms on trays for
delivery to mold room. Records number of preforms prepared.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
751.584-010 COLD-ROLL INSPECTOR (plastic-synth.)
Examines continuous sheet of plastics materials passing over
artificially lighted glass inspection table and cuts out defective areas: Stops progress of plastics sheet
and removes spots, color streaks, wrinkles, and other defects, using knife or scissors. Applies solvent
to ends of defective material, laps ends, and pounds lapped material with hands to reform continuous
sheet. Threads material through equipment. Turns wheels to synchronize speed of cold rolls with
flow of sheeting. Records weight of defective material.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
751.684-010 CUTTER-INSPECTOR (nonmet. min.)
Inspects for defects and cuts tubular knit plastic mesh used
to fabricate scouring pads: Mounts roll of mesh onto turntable spindle. Pulls end of mesh across table
to align cutting guide thread with mark on table. Pulls handle of hinged knife blade to cut mesh to
specified length. Inspects mesh as it is unwound to detect defects, such as skipped or uneven stitches.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
751.684-014 CUTTER, HAND (rubber goods) alternate titles: knife cutter; stock cutter;
trimmer, hand
Performs any combination of following tasks to cut gaskets,
diaphragms, or parts for hydraulic valves, radios, airplane deicers, and footwear from rubber
sheeting, uncured rubber slabs, plastic, or cork: Mounts sheeting roll in letoff rack by hand or with
hoist and pulls sheeting from roll or positions material on table. Cements sheets together to build up
required thickness or piles together layers for cutting multiple parts. Places template on material,
traces outline with pencil, and cuts out parts with scissors or cuts around template with knife. Places
cut parts on truck for removal to next process station. Trims top of footwear following outline of
binding or flash from molded heels or soles. Cuts slot on side or V in front of footwear to permit
insertion of foot. Pares excess rubber or fabric from lasted toe to reduce thickness and prevent
outsole from bulging at toe. Stamps sizes on shoe soles, using stamp and pad, and places finished
outsoles in $T3book.$T1 Embosses trademark on arch, using pedal-controlled press. May be
designated according to part cut as Outsole Cutter, Hand (rubber goods).
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
751.684-018 CUTTER, HOT KNIFE (boot & shoe; rubber goods)
Cuts parts for rubber footwear from uncured sheet rubber,
using electrically heated knife: Presses knife onto rubber and guides it around outline on fabric
lining. Strips and cuts away web (scrap) stock and throws into container. Cleans rubber deposit from
knife edge, using file.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
751.684-022 FOXING CUTTER, HOT KNIFE (boot & shoe; rubber goods)
Cuts uncured rubber strips to specified lengths for use as
foxing with electrically heated knife (hot knife): Places tray-filled parallel strips on worktable. Cuts
rows of strips into equal lengths with diagonal ends for firmer bonding, using sample or judging
length from experience. Swabs strips with benzine to restore adhesiveness for assembling to
footwear. Sets tray of cut foxing on assembly line or stacks them on table.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
751.684-026 PREFORM PLATE MAKER (ship-boat mfg.)
Constructs wooden or paper templates for laying-out cutting
lines on fiberglass materials used in manufacturing plastic boats: Positions sheets of paper on
sections of molds for hulls, decks, or other parts of boat. Fits paper over contours and into corners
of molds and marks outline with chalk. Removes paper from molds and cuts pattern, using scissors.
Marks pattern with identifying data. Positions paper pattern on strips of wood and scribes outline
of pattern on strips. Cuts wood strip according to markings, using power handsaw. Assembles strips
to form template, using screws, nails, and braces. Positions template or pattern on fiberglass material
and outlines pattern with chalk or crayon. Cuts material, following outline and using power cutter.
Inspects rolls of materials received and stores them on shelves.
GOE: 06.02.31 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Feeds cured rubber hose into machine that automatically cuts
hose to specified lengths, or cuts hose, using miter box and knife. Coils cut hose as it emerges from
machine and lifts it onto skid or conveyor for removal to packing area. May attach coupling
hardware to hose.
GOE: 06.04.07 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
751.687-010 HOSE CUTTER, HAND (rubber goods)
Measures, rerolls, and cuts rubber hose to specified lengths:
Positions reels of hose in letoff rack and empty reels in powered windup rack. Verifies diameter on
hose, using gauges. Threads end of hose through measure meter and onto empty reel. Depresses
pedal and guides hose onto windup rack. Examines hose for defects, such as snags, cuts, and bulges.
Observes measuring meter and cuts hose to specified lengths, using knife. Weighs hose and records
information on identification tag. May attach metal couplings or fittings to each end of hose.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
752 FITTING, SHAPING, CEMENTING, FINISHING, AND RELATED
OCCUPATIONS, N.E.C.
This group includes occupations, not elsewhere classified,
concerned with fitting, shaping, cementing, finishing, and similarly working plastic, fiberglass
synthetics, rubber, and related materials.
752.684-010 BALLOON MAKER (rubber goods)
Cuts out inflatable rubber figures, such as animals and comic
characters, for use in parades and carnivals. Punches hole and inserts air valve in each component
member of figure, cements valve in place, and cements members together and to body of figure,
forming inflatable balloon. Inflates figure and inspects for leaks.
GOE: 06.02.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
752.684-014 BELT BUILDER (rubber goods)
Builds up plies (layers) of rubberized fabric and gum to
fabricate transmission and conveyor belts: Pulls fabric and gum plies of specified width onto table
from rolls on letoff rack and aligns edge with previously laid ply. Cuts ply to length with scissors
and bonds plies together, using rollers and stitchers. Builds up specified number of plies and trims
irregular edges with scissors or knife. Splices belting to obtain specified belt. Inserts end of finished
belt between pressure rollers that bond plies and roll belt onto windup rack. Signals OVERHEAD
CRANE OPERATOR (any industry) 921.663-010 to lift and position rolls of stock and belting in
work area. Measures finished belts with ruler and gauges for conformance to blueprints. May operate
calender machine that coats and feeds plies direct to building table [CALENDER OPERATOR,
FOUR-ROLL (plastic prod.; rubber goods; rubber tire)].
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
752.684-018 BIT BENDER (fabrication, nec)
Softens and bends rubber or plastic smoking pipe bits, using
either of following methods: (1) Places bits into machine drums that distribute bits onto conveyor
that moves under ultraviolet lamps to soften bits. Bends softened bit, according to pipe style, using
pliers. (2) Places bit in tube of hot water to soften bit. Positions bit in shaping bed of die and
depresses lever to force platen against bit to shape bit.
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 78
752.684-022 BUFFER (plastic prod.)
Removes ridges and rough edges from fiberglass or plastic
castings. Holds casting against rotating buffing wheel to grind off ridges. Lifts casting from machine
and places it in container.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
752.684-026 CATHETER BUILDER (rubber goods)
Cuts and shapes rubber surgical tubing for medical use: Seals
one end of tubing with rubber plug and cuts sealed end to specified shape with knife. Fills tubing
with water to aid curing process and ties off end. Lubricates shaped end when tubing dries, and
pushes it into glass curing form. Holds vacuum hose over hole in end of form to draw tubing into
curing form. Folds extending tied end of tubing down against outside of form, wraps it with tape,
and covers hole in tube with cement to make tube airtight. Places form in rack for curing. Removes
cement from hole after curing to allow air to enter and pulls tubing from form.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Assembles rubberized fabric, rubber tubing, and gum rubber
ply (layer) stocks to fabricate industrial hose: Lifts mandrel, using hoist, and locks end of mandrel
in motorized chuck, using wrench. Swabs rubber tubing and ply stocks with solvent and rubber
cement to clean them and provide adhesive surfaces. Aligns strips and sheets of ply stock with
rubber tubing as specified. Depresses pedal to rotate mandrel and guides ply stock onto rubber tubing
to form hose. Rolls assembled hose to ensure adherence of plies, using mechanical or hand roller and
stitcher. Smooths wrinkles and presses loose plies together, using fingers and roller. Cements brand
on assembled hose prior to curing. Measures dimensions of hose with rule, calipers, and gauges, and
cuts off excess rubber with knife. Wraps fabric around hose to prepare hose for curing. Clamps or
cements metal fittings to ends of hose, using rubber cement and handtools. May load and unload
hose in autoclave heater, using hoist. May move cured hose to storage area, using hoist.
GOE: 06.02.27 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Repairs defects and finishes padded automotive products,
such as dashboards and door panels: Pours or injects with hypodermic needle padding solution
(liquid rubber foam) into defects, such as wrinkles and faulty adhesion between padding and plastic
covering. Clamps molding form to repaired area and sets it aside to dry. Cuts out wrinkled plastic
and selects piece of matching plastic and cements it to defective part. Repairs defects, such as
abrasions, faulty embossing, and discoloration, using knives, scissors, hand buffing wheel, and spray
gun. Removes wrinkles by softening plastic, using heat lamps, and pressing out wrinkles by hand.
Applies solvents, cement, putties or paints to finish product.
GOE: 06.04.27 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
752.684-038 RUBBER-GOODS ASSEMBLER (rubber goods)
Assembles rubber goods, such as water bottles, ice bags,
swim fins, water goggles, rubber gloves, and ring cushions: Cements and stretches molded opening
in goods to insert styrene eyepieces, closures, and ferrules. Clamps buckles and straps to fins and
goggles, using air vise and handtools. Wraps fabric tape around inserted closures and ferrules to hold
them in place and stretches band of rubber around tape. Brushes cement on valves and closures. May
be designated according to product assembled as Bottle Assembler (rubber goods); Goggles
Assembler (rubber goods); Graphite-Disk Assembler (rubber goods); Ice-Bag Assembler (rubber
goods).
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Splices rubber tubing into continuous strips for use as
automobile window and door seals: Measures and cuts extruded rubber to specified length, using
gauge and knife. Brushes rubber cement on ends of tubing and positions tubing in splicing fixture.
Clamps fixture in heated press to complete splice. Removes spliced tubing from press and fixture
after specified time. May examine splice for breaks or irregularities.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Builds up layers of synthetic and rubber sheeting on plaster
form to make self-sealing fuel tanks for airplanes: Brushes solution on specified plaster form to
provide smooth surface. Fits specified layers of synthetic and rubber sheeting on form and smooths
out wrinkles with hands and hand roller. Brushes cement between layers of rubber to provide
adhesive surface. Locates areas for fittings on fuel tank, using templates and ruler, and makes cutouts
with knife. Cements fittings on fuel tank, rubber reinforcement strips over base of fittings, and
reinforcement strips of gum rubber over seams of fuel tank.
GOE: 06.02.29 STRENGTH: H GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
752.684-050 SKIN FORMER (rubber goods)
Places skin (plastic sheeting) over jigs to form padded
automotive products, such as dashboards and door panels: Lifts precut skin from oven conveyor and
stretches it over jig. Depresses pedal to create vacuum in jig to draw skin over jig contours, and
smooths wrinkles with hands. Sponges skin with water to cool skin and set shape. Trims excess skin
with knife. Releases vacuum and lifts formed skin to rack. Sets oven controls for specified
temperature. Presses conveyor cycle buttons to move skins to and from oven.
GOE: 06.04.32 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Tends machine that presses belts to attain V-shape: Stretches
belts around molds and fastens several molds together with metal rod and nut. Positions assembled
molds between twin parallel power rollers, using hoist. Threads water-soaked cloth liner through
tension guides and around molds. Pulls pressure roll down to molds and starts rollers that press belts
to attain V-shape and wrap molds with liner. Ties cord around liner to secure it.
GOE: 06.04.07 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
753 OCCUPATIONS IN FABRICATION AND REPAIR OF RUBBER AND
PLASTIC FOOTWEAR
This group includes occupations concerned with fabricating
and repairing molded rubber and plastic footwear, and vulcanized rubber-solid fabric-top footwear,
including rubbers, rubber boots, and galoshes. Occupations concerned with footwear made from
leather and other materials are included in Group 690 and Group 788.
753.381-010 BOOTMAKER, HAND (rubber goods)
Builds odd lot, odd size, and specially designed rubber
footwear, such as boots, arctics, and gaiters, using handtools: Pushes last onto bench jack. Selects
parts in prescribed sequence from $T3books$T1 and frames and assembles them on last, positioning
and aligning them in designated relationship to other parts, using form gauges to locate exact
position of such parts as grommet, strap, or buckle. Swabs some parts with benzine or naphtha to
restore tackiness and brushes others with rubber cement for better adhesion. Presses parts onto
previously assembled parts with fingers and rolls them with handtools for tighter bond. Pares
(skives) and trims off excess rubber, using knife and scissors. Pulls last bearing completed article
from jack and sets aside for transfer to vulcanizer.
GOE: 06.02.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
753.467-010 CLASSIFIER (rubber goods)
Examines rubber or plastic footwear rejected by inspectors
and determines whether it can be salvaged as seconds or thirds or must be cut up as scrap: Inspects
and segregates pairs by throwing them into separate containers. Keeps running tally of classifications
according to grade. Computes percentage in each classification to total pairs in bracket (lot),
according to work ticket, and notifies supervisor of recurring defects (pattern). Sets aside rejected
pair from pattern for examination by fabricating department. May compute percentages, using
calculator or slide rule.
GOE: 06.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
753.584-010 MACHINE-MADE-SHOE UNIT WORKER (boot & shoe)
Performs any combination of following tasks, as member of
crew of rotating machine (merry-go-round) on which plastic soles are molded onto presewn fabric
uppers to form low top sport shoes: Holds nozzle of hose to sprue hole of mold and squeezes release
on hose handle to fill space between mold and lasted shoe with liquid plastic. Releases lever to stop
flow when plastic oozes from toe end of mold into catch pan. Passes insole between rollers to coat
underside with latex cement and places it on tray of machine station to partially dry as it is carried
one rotation around machine. Brushes sole inside molded shoe with latex cement for bonding with
insole and sets on machine tray to dry. Pulls excess plastic from around molded sole, using pliers.
Digs and removes plastic plug from sprue hole and excess deposit from toe pan, using pliers.
Removes previously cemented insole and molded shoe from machine trays, inserts insole in shoe,
and places shoe on adjacent table for pressing insole. Selects pair of right and left lasts according to
size and style shoe being processed and sets on pins in machine table. Places shoes on lasts and
pushes knobs to lower padded rams that press insoles into shoes. Removes shoes as rams
automatically retract after preset time and pushes them along table. Examines shoes for such defects
as loose stitching and off center or incomplete molding, and throws them into tote boxes, according
to size and acceptance or rejection. Verifies color of shoe with color specified on box label. Removes
smudges, using cloth moistened with naphtha or benzine.
GOE: 06.04.32 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
753.587-010 SORTER (boot & shoe)
Sorts rubber footwear according to style, size, and width:
Picks footwear from container, identifies style, and locates size and width numbers for sorting. Mates
(pairs), counts, tags, and places pairs of footwear on conveyor or in racks or packing boxes. Records
quantities of sorted pairs by style and size on form.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Holds rubber soles against power-driven abrasive-covered
wheel to obtain soft or suede finish. Changes abrasive collar on wheel for different degrees of finish,
using wrench.
GOE: 06.04.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
753.684-014 CUT-AND-COVER LINE WORKER (boot & shoe)
Fits, places, and joins together on conveyor belt, precut parts
and subassemblies of uncured and fabric lined rubber to form uppers or legs for rubber footwear:
Adds and joins parts, such as toe piece counters, vamp, binder strip, in designated sequence. Swabs
designated parts with benzine-moistened swab to restore tackiness for adherence to other parts.
Stamps identifying data on designated part, using hand stamp. Dusts pocket (gusset) with powder
to prevent parts sticking together.
GOE: 06.04.27 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
753.684-018 HOOKER-LASTER (boot & shoe)
Mounts fabric shoe uppers on rotating lasts of machine
(merry-go-round) to produce fabric top shoes with plastic soles: Pulls and stretches fabric upper and
hooks hemmed edge over pins protruding from instep and heel of last, using claw-tipped lasting tool,
to secure fabric. Taps puckered fabric at toe and heel with lasting tool to flatten it and permit free
flow of plastic during molding of sole. Cuts ends from draw string, using ring knife or hook blade
of lasting tool. Pulls lever that releases catch and automatically turns and lowers last and closes top
of sole mold.
GOE: 06.04.27 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
753.684-022 LASTER (boot & shoe)
Attaches uppers of fabric top footwear to insoles: Holds last
on which upper and insole are premounted to rollers of machine. Inserts projecting margin of upper
fabric between folding rollers and presses workpiece upward against flattening roller. Turns
workpiece until fabric of upper is folded and pressed against insole all around. Places lasted footwear
on conveyor for attaching outsole.
GOE: 06.04.27 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
753.684-026 REPAIRER (boot & shoe)
Repairs and salvages defective rubber footwear, such as
boots, gaiters, overshoes, and fabric-upper footwear: Examines articles to determine location and
extent of defect and method of repair. Swabs loose edges of seams with benzine or naphtha to restore
tackiness and rolls or stitches seam to make tighter bond for stress and waterproofing. Presses edges
with heated knife to smooth them. Moistens misaligned, creased, or wrong part, such as binding,
toecap, heel, outsole, or foxing, with solvent. Pulls defective section from underpart and repositions
or replaces part. Trims (skives) excess rubber from insoles to remove bulge of outsole or heel, using
knife. Cleans soiled spots with solvent-moistened swab or cloth, soap or detergent, and water.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
753.684-030 ROLLER-STITCHER (boot & shoe)
Presses together layers of uncured rubber parts or sections
of rubber footwear, as they pass by on lasts on conveyor line, using hand rolling or stitching tools:
Presses tool against designated area or part of workpiece, such as shank, midsole, toecap, outsole,
or foxing, and rolls it back and forth or follows designated path around edge or seam until layers are
pressed together. Removes footwear from end of conveyor line and rolls and stitches (rolls
indentations along narrow strip) seams around edge of outsole as final assembly operation.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
753.687-010 CLIPPER (boot & shoe)
Cuts threads connecting rubber footwear parts, using scissors.
Snips off thread ends. Examines parts for loose or missing stitches and for prescribed margins.
Arranges parts in boxes or places them on conveyor for next operation. May be designated according
to parts separated as Clipper, Counters (rubber goods); Clipper, Outside Back Stay (rubber goods);
Clipper, Tongues (rubber goods).
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Melts brand name from articles of plastic footwear, such as
rubbers or overshoes, for sale under another vendor's name, using electrically heated tool resembling
soldering iron. Cleans adhering plastic from tool tip by rubbing on wire brush.
GOE: 05.12.10 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Inspects articles of vulcanized rubber or cured slush cast
plastic footwear, such as boots, gaiters, overshoes, or fabric-upper sportswear, for misplaced,
misaligned, or missing parts, overcuring, undercuring, discolorations, and mismating of size, width,
color, or style preparatory to packing: Determines acceptability of article, based on adherence to
specifications and on acquired job knowledge of acceptable standards. Measures thickness of uppers,
using dial micrometer. Marks defects with chalk and sets rejects aside for disposal by CLASSIFIER
(rubber goods).
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
753.687-022 FITTER-PLACER (rubber goods)
Fits and places precut or prepared parts upon others, as they
pass by on conveyor belt, to form subassembly of parts for rubber footwear: Removes parts from
$T3book,$T1 board, frame, bundle, or container and places them on sheet rubber or other parts.
Aligns and places parts to allow adequate margins for subsequent joining, where specified. Presses
parts together with fingers, and repositions parts to remove wrinkles. Strips off and discards parts
that are misplaced, wrinkled beyond correction, or are not tacky. May remove subassembled parts
from belt and arrange on board, in frame, or in book for subsequent use.
GOE: 06.04.23 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Places parts and joins seams to assemble rubber footwear
articles as they pass by on lasts on conveyor jacks, performing any combination of following tasks:
Places last on conveyor jack. Removes upper from conveyor, wraps around last, and presses back
seam at heel to hold upper onto last. Turns or pulls last upright in position for next operation. Joins
seams, such as back, toe, pocket, and top, allowing specified margin and pressing seams with fingers
to ensure complete union. Removes part from book, frame, board, or stack and adds part to
workpiece by fitting and placing in designated location, each worker performing one operation, at
successive stations, until article is completed. Aligns parts, using other parts as guides or according
to markings stamped on parts or metal form gauges. Swabs dry parts with benzine or naphtha to
restore tackiness.
GOE: 06.04.27 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
753.687-030 MOLD FILLER AND DRAINER (boot & shoe)
Casts plastic footwear, performing any combination of
following tasks, and working as member of crew: Fills mold under spigot, or mold fills automatically
as it moves on conveyor. Empties mold into vat and places it top down on rotary conveyor rack to
drain off excess. Removes mold after one rotation and places on conveyor that carries it through
oven to gel (set) and dry. Repeats entire process to increase wearability by adding second thickness.
Holds mold under spigot and adds liquid, tipping mold back and forth to build up even thickness of
sole. Adds additional plastic to heel area to increase thickness of heel.
GOE: 06.04.32 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
753.687-034 MOLD-INSERT CHANGER (boot & shoe)
Changes metal inserts in molds for rubber soles according
to size and pattern indicated on worksheet: Selects designated insert, places insert in cavity of mold,
and taps it with plastic hammer to wedge it securely in mold. Taps insert through holes in bottom
of mold to remove it, using punch and hammer. Replaces inserts in designated bins.
GOE: 06.04.32 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
753.687-038 PACKING-LINE WORKER (rubber goods)
Performs any combination of following tasks as member of
conveyor line crew to finish and pack plastic or rubber footwear: Sorts and mates pairs and places
them on conveyor. Opens or closes buckles, snaps fasteners together, inserts laces in eyelets, and ties
loops (frogs) around buttons. Counts and tallies production or records on counter. Wraps pair in
tissue, places them in shoe box, and packs boxes in cartons. Places rejects in boxes or racks for repair
or mating.
GOE: 06.04.38 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
753.687-042 STOCKLAYER (boot & shoe)
Piles plies (layers) of cloth, rubber, or rubberized fabric for
cutting rubber footwear parts, using winding drum: Selects beam (roll) of material according to job
order. Positions beam in cradle, using hoist. Clamps end of material in slot in winding drum, notes
yardage indicator reading, and moves lever to engage clutch and start material winding. Stops
machine when specified number of turns have been recorded on indicator. Cuts through plies, using
knife. Tapes or ties ends of unused material, marks amount left on roll, and returns it to storage.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
754 OCCUPATIONS IN FABRICATION AND REPAIR OF MISCELLANEOUS
PLASTICS PRODUCTS
This group includes occupations concerned with bench
molding, fitting, and finishing plastics and fiberglass products. Structural work occupations are
included in Division 80.
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
welding and assembling components into plastic products and printing logos on products: Inspects
processed plastic components and products to verify conformance to customer specifications and
company standards. Demonstrates machine operations to new employees and assigns trainees to
work with experienced workers for continued on-the-job training. Diagnoses machine malfunctions
and assists workers in determining corrective actions required. Performs other duties as described
under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.04.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 86
754.137-010 SUPERVISOR, SAMPLE (plastic-synth.)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
cutting plastic sheets to specified size for samples, waxing and polishing samples, stamping
identifying data on samples, and preparing sample orders for shipment. Trains new employees.
Examines samples to detect defects in color, mottle pattern, and surface finish. Performs duties as
described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.04.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
754.381-010 INTERNAL CARVER (plastic prod.)
Carves designs on paperweights, calender backs and stands,
letter openers and handles, and other clear plastics products, using electric hand drill.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
754.381-014 PATTERNMAKER, PLASTICS (plastic prod.) alternate titles: jig and form
maker; plug maker
Fabricates patterns, fixtures, jigs, and templates, used in
producing plastic articles, from wood or metal stock, following blueprints and using handtools,
power tools, and measuring instruments: Lays out cutting lines on stock, using scribe, compass, rule,
triangles, and French curves. Cuts stock, using power saw, power shear, and handtools. Assembles
pieces, using rivets, bolts, nails, or glue. Smooths surface of assembly, using plane and power
sander. Verifies dimensions of assembly, using calipers, rule, and compass. Sprays coat of parting
agent, such as sealing lacquer or wax on surface of assembly. May cover pattern with
plastic-impregnated fabric to make preforms. May remove preform from pattern when plastic has
cured, using airhose.
GOE: 05.05.07 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Fabricates, assembles, reworks, and repairs plastic products,
applying knowledge of working characteristics of plastics and bonding techniques, using precision
instruments, handtools, power tools, machines, and equipment: Reads and interprets blueprints, work
orders, and related documentation to determine methods and sequence of operations and dimensional
and finish specifications. Lays out cutting lines on plastic materials, such as sheet stock and
fiberglass or graphite cloth, following template pattern, blueprints, sketches, or sample part, using
measuring and marking instruments. Cuts material to size, using shears, knives, cutters, scissors,
router, or saw. Mixes ingredients, such as resins, catalysts, fillers, accelerators, and colors, according
to formulas, manually or using mixer. Sets up and operates forming machines and presses, or
laminates plastic cloth and resins or preimpregnated cloth onto layup mold or bonding fixture, to
shape parts. Wraps bonding fixture or mold in vacuum bagging materials, attaches fittings to mold
or fixture, such as vacuum connections, thermocouples, and probes, and exhausts air from vacuum
bag to prepare lamination for curing or bonding. Operates oven to cure parts. Trims, drills, reams,
countersinks, grinds, and finishes parts to specifications, using templates, handtools, and power
tools. Verifies dimensions of parts, using precision instruments, such as dial indicators, micrometers,
and calipers. Fits and assembles parts and attaches hardware and fittings, such as brackets and
hinges, using clamps, jigs, fixtures, power tools, and fasteners. Applies tape, foam, or other type of
adhesives to assembly for subsequent bonding in autoclave. Repairs and reworks damaged or
defective parts and assemblies by lay up, foaming, cementing, molding, potting, casting, or similar
methods. May heat parts or materials to facilitate shaping, using oven or heat gun. May fabricate and
assemble parts from fiber reinforced plastics (composites) and assorted materials, such as metal and
honeycomb, and be designated Bonding And Composite Fabricator (aircraft mfg.); Composites
Fabricator And Assembler (aircraft mfg.). May press, smooth, trim, measure, and adjust composite
tape during automatic application of tape onto mold or fixture by numerical-control tape laying
machine, using scale, knife, and scraper. May wind fiberglass, graphite, nylon, or other natural or
synthetic fiber or filament around parts, using filament winding machine, manually applying layers
of resinous materials to part at specified intervals during winding process. May be designated by
type of part or activity involved as Experimental Plastics Fabricator (aircraft mfg.); Filament-Wound
Parts Fabricator (aircraft mfg.); Plastic Parts Fabricator (aircraft mfg.); Plastic-Sign Fabricator
(plastic prod.); Plastics Rework And Repair Mechanic (aircraft mfg.).
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 7 DLU: 88
Performs any combination of tasks involved in assembly of
plastic articles, such as bags, baby pants, coolers, fiberglass chairs, containers, trays and inflatable
toys: Marks cutting lines on plastic sheet of sections to be assembled, following template. Cuts
sections from sheet, using knife, scissors, or power cutting machine. Positions sections on jig and
aligns seams and air valves. Brushes glue along edges of section, seals edges with hot iron or
electric-sealing machine, and trims edges with scissors. Examines articles for defects, such as
smeared paint, cuts, and wrinkled seams. Fills inflatable article with air and submerges it in water
to detect leaks. Positions plastic patch over leak and fuses it to article, using electric sealing machine.
Cleans markings and dirt from article with solvent, folds article, and places it in bag for shipment.
Heats cooler brackets, using hot plate, and secures cooler, using bench fixture. Presses bracket into
depressed section of cooler to attach bracket. May record number of articles packed. May sort plastic
sheets in bins. May seal decorative pieces of adhesive-backed cloth on garment parts, using
automatic heat sealer and be designated Thermoelectric-Heat-Sealing-Machine Operator (tex., nec).
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Assembles plastics laminates, using handtools and
electrically heated press: Mixes urea resin glue with water and applies glue to surfaces of wooden
boards, using hand spreader. Lays laminates between wooden boards and places unit into press.
Removes unit after specified heating time and routes off excess material. Joins self edge, backsplash,
or molding edge to laminates, using hacksaw, miter, snips, mallet, and nails. Solders open joints of
metal edges, using electric soldering iron. Buffs assembled unit with steel wool, and places it into
cabinet.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
754.684-018 BIT SHAVER (fabrication, nec) alternate titles: head facer
Shaves and smooths mouthpieces of smoking pipe bits:
Pushes bit against sander to smooth rubber bits, and against revolving blade to shave excess material
from plastic bits. May use holding device to hold bit during smoothing or shaving process.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Casts thermosetting plastic resins in mold to form plastic
products: Coats mold sections with parting agents, such as soap, wax, or lacquer, using brush or
spray gun. Assembles sections of mold, using C-clamps, nuts, bolts, and wrench. Weighs specified
amounts of resin, catalyst, pigment, and hardening agent, using balance scale, and mixes them in
container, using mixing machine or paddle. Pours mixture into mold and places mold in oven or
water-bath cooker to cure. Removes product from mold, using airhose and handtools. May be
designated according to product cast as Foam Caster (nonmet. min.); Foam Molder (clock & watch).
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
754.684-026 DRILLER, HAND (button & notion)
Drills holes in plastic buttons for setting rhinestones, using
powered bench drill: Inserts specified bit in drill chuck. Places button against guide and presses
button against rotating bit to form hole. Determines position and spacing of holes by looking at
sample button, exercising care to drill hole evenly and neatly and to depth required to hold stone.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
754.684-030 FINISHER, HAND (plastic prod.)
Trims and smooths molded, laminated, or machined plastics
products, using handtools and sandpaper: Examines products for scratches, cracks, and other
blemishes, and patches them with plastic fabrics. Scrapes, cuts, files, and sands products to remove
gates, burrs, flashing, runners, and other forms of excessive material, using files, knives, and
sandpaper. Washes products in soap, naphtha, or other cleaning solution to remove dirt, grease, and
stains.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
754.684-034 KNOCK-OUT HAND (plastic prod.)
Removes plaster-forming mandrels from cured plastic
products: Places product in tank of water to loosen product from mandrel. Pounds product with
mallet to break plaster, utilizing knowledge of plastics to avoid damaging product. Immerses product
in water to wash out remaining plaster. Cuts bands of reinforcing tape from product, using knife.
GOE: 06.04.32 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
754.684-038 PLASTIC DUPLICATOR (machine tools)
Casts plastic reproductions of models, patterns, and prototype
parts: Examines part to determine sections that can be cast and assembled to obtain reproduction.
Constructs boxlike enclosure around section of part to be duplicated. Brushes or sprays surface of
section with parting agent to prevent plastic from sticking to surface. Casts part, using either of
following methods: (1) Brushes plastic facing coat on section of part to be cast. Mixes plastic resin
and brushes thin, uniform coat over facing coat. Cuts fiberglass cloth to approximate size of cast and
places it over resin. Brushes cloth to smooth it, applies additional coat of resin, and repeats
procedure until alternate layers of fiberglass and resin are built up to specified thickness. (2) Brushes
plastic facing coat on section of part to be cast, mixes plastic resin, and pours it into enclosure until
cast is of specified thickness. Removes hardened cast from section. Files, grinds, and sands cast to
remove jagged edges and to cut cast down to specified dimensions. Forms base and bracing structure
to support cast, using handtools and liquid adhesive. May assemble casts to produce completed
model, pattern, or prototype. May bolt or otherwise fasten metal inserts to casts at specified points.
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Performs any combination of following tasks to fabricate
plastic aircraft and missile parts, accessories, and trim according to specifications: Cuts fiberglass
or graphite (composite) cloth to size, following template or blueprints, using cutting machine,
scissors, or knife. Marks identifying information on material and assembles materials in kits for
subsequent laminating. Applies parting agent to mold or bonding fixture. Impregnates cloth with
resins by dipping cloth in solutions, feeding cloth between rollers of impregnating machine, or
brushing resin onto cloth. Applies layers of impregnated cloth or prepreg onto mold or fixture in
predetermined ply sequence, and presses cloth to fit contours of mold, smooth surface, and remove
air pockets and excess resin, using squeegee, scraper, or spatula. Fits and laps ends of cloth, using
scissors or knife. Encases molded laminate in bagging material and bleeder cloth, attaches vacuum
bagging apparatus, such as thermocouples, probes, and vacuum connections, to mold or bonding
fixture, and exhausts air from vacuum bag to seal laminate for curing. Tests seal on vacuum bagging
apparatus, using leak detector. Trims, drills, burrs, grinds, sands, and finishes cured parts to
specifications, using templates, fixtures, handtools, and power tools. Prefits and assembles cured
parts into assemblies or subassemblies, using jigs, fixtures, power tools, and fasteners, such as rivets
and bolts. Applies adhesives to surface of assembled parts for bonding in autoclave. May assist
PLASTICS FABRICATOR (aircraft mfg.; plastic prod.) 754.381-018 in fabricating plastic or
composite first article parts and assemblies or parts and assemblies involving compound or complex
contours, working to close tolerances. May tend oven to cure parts. May assist AUTOCLAVE
OPERATOR (aircraft mfg.) 553.362-014 in loading and unloading parts from autoclave. May form
and cure rubber parts, using heat lamps or vacuum molding machine. May be designated by type of
plastic or specific activity involved as Bagger (aircraft mfg.); Composite Assembler (aircraft mfg.);
Composite Bond Worker (aircraft mfg.); Composite Laminator (aircraft mfg.); Composite Layup
Worker (aircraft mfg.); Composite Trim And Drill Worker (aircraft mfg.); Kitter (aircraft mfg.);
Plastic Parts Fabricator-Trimmer (aircraft mfg.); Smooth And Burr Worker, Composites (aircraft
mfg.).
GOE: 06.02.24 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 88
754.684-046 PLASTICS REPAIRER (plastic prod.)
Repairs plastic products, such as dresser sets, luggage,
decorative panels, desk tops, and stands: Examines product for defects, such as blisters, cracks, and
broken joints. Grinds defects, using power grinder, to smooth surface and form base for bonding
compound. Fills cracks and cements broken joints with compound. Allows compound to set, and
removes excess compound with rag dipped in acetone.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
754.684-050 LAMINATOR, PREFORMS (plastic prod.) alternate titles: preformer,
impregnated fabrics; squeegeer and former
Lays up fiberglass and resin-coated fabrics on plaster, steel,
or wooden forms to mold plastic parts for products, such as boats, sporting equipment, automobile
bodies, and airplane seats: Cleans form with solvent and sprays it with parting agent, such as wax
or soap. Cuts fabric to specified size, following pattern or template and using knife or scissors.
Measures and mixes plastic resins, coloring agents, and catalyst as specified, using scales and
portable mixer. Spreads compound on form, positions fabric on compound, and rubs fabric with
squeegee to remove air bubbles. Applies additional layers of compound and fabric to build up
specified number of laminations. Trims edges of laminated fabric, using scissors or knife. Allows
part to cure and removes it from mold. May paint part, using spray gun. May drill and cut part,
following template and using power drill and power saw. Sprays mixture of chopped fiberglass,
resin, and catalyst on mold to form laminations, using spray gun. May tend machine that wraps resin
impregnated fabric strips around mandrel to form plastic rods.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 81
754.685-010 TAB-MACHINE OPERATOR (nonmet. min.)
Tends tab machine that secures threads of plastic mesh
scouring ball with plastic label: Slips slotted label over base of threads and positions ball into slot
of machine so that threads run length of machine. Presses switch to activate machine that folds and
heat seals plastic tape over label and threads to secure threads and hold shape of ball. Turns dial to
regulate heat of sealing dies. Turns thumbscrew to loosen and tighten spindle when replacing roll
of plastic tape.
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Tends variety of machines that weld and assemble
components into plastic products and stamp or silk screen logos on products: Positions plastic
products or components on fixtures of hot-stamp, silk screening, and ultrasonic welding machines,
and presses buttons or treadles to actuate machines that apply logos to product or weld components
together. Dumps plastic components into vibrating hoppers of assembly machine that automatically
assembles components to form plastic products. Observes machine operations to detect malfunctions
and clears jams and blockages, using screwdriver. Positions plastic bottles or components on
conveyor or turntable of hot-stamp, flame cleaner, or stamping machines that automatically apply
logos or remove molding residue from bottles or fit components into single part. Inspects decorated
and assembled finished products for defects, such as discolored logos or misaligned bottle caps.
Packs finished products into cartons.
GOE: 06.04.20 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 86
754.687-010 LABORER, GENERAL (plastic prod.)
Performs any combination of following duties in fabrication
of plastic products: Removes molds from ovens, and places them on table. Removes foliage, flower,
fruit, and other castings from molds. Cleans molds and returns them to CASTER (plastic prod.).
Strips stamped, sealed, or cut plastic bodies from plastic panel. Dips castings or products in solvent
to cleanse them. Smooths surfaces of objects with soft cloth. Dapples vinyl inks of various colors
onto surfaces of fruit and other castings or products to approximate natural colors and conditions.
Fastens or cements leaves or foliage to pineapples, peaches, and other vinyl products. Attaches safety
pins to convention badges. Assembles pieces of tablet holders in wooden tray to prepare products
for subsequent sealing of seams by machine. Inserts tabs and pencils into slots of tablet holders.
GOE: 06.04.39 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
754.687-014 SEQUINS STRINGER (plastic prod.)
Strings plastic sequins on thread for use as decoration on
wearing apparel: Doubles length of thread and hooks it onto cut near end of needle loaded with
sequins. Slides sequins from needle onto doubled thread. Cuts off excess thread. Pulls one strand of
thread from sequins and ties ends to form loop. Ties specified number of loops in bunch.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
759 OCCUPATIONS IN FABRICATION AND REPAIR OF PLASTICS,
SYNTHETICS, RUBBER, AND RELATED PRODUCTS, N.E.C.
This group includes occupations, not elsewhere classified,
concerned with fabricating and repairing plastics, synthetics, rubber, and related products.
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
tending machines to manufacture knit plastic mesh scouring pads: Examines product at various
production stages to detect defects, such as skipped stitches in knitting and incorrect folding. Trains
workers in use of machines and in techniques used in folding and tying units of knit plastic mesh
tubing to form scouring pads. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any
industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
759.137-010 SUPERVISOR I (rubber goods)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
testing, printing, and assembling dipped latex products, such as balloons, gloves, and prophylactics:
Trains new workers in production methods. Inspects quality of work. Performs other duties as
described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May be designated according to area
supervised as Supervisor, Assembling (rubber goods); Supervisor, Printing (rubber goods);
Supervisor, Testing (rubber goods).
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
Assembles and tests experimental electric or pneumatic
airplane deicers according to specifications: Assembles experimental deicers. Tests deicers under
simulated flying conditions for pressure leaks, electrical resistance, and shorts, using electric or air
pressure testing equipment. Examines deicers to locate ruptures, cracks, or weak spots. Records test
results. May instruct customers in installation, repair, or maintenance of deicers.
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
759.364-010 HOSE INSPECTOR AND PATCHER (rubber goods)
Inspects and repairs rubber hose, using handtools,
vulcanizing equipment, and hydrostatic test equipment: Examines hose and couplings for defects,
such as cracks, checks, and faulty seal around couplings. Tests hose, using hydrostatic (water or air)
test equipment, to detect leaks and weaknesses in hose walls [HOSE TESTER (rubber goods)]. Cuts
out defective area, using knife or saw, or strips rubber coating from fabric backing. Applies cement
and cuts and cements patch to fabric backing or cements ends together after removal of defective
section. Inserts repaired section in bench-molding machine and turns steam valve to vulcanize patch
at specified temperature. Replaces couplings, steel bands, and gaskets, using pliers or crimping
machine. Records vulcanizing time, nature of defects discovered, and repairs completed on quality
control report. May repair hose returned by customers, according to nature of complaint specified
on work ticket.
GOE: 06.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Tests rubber protective goods, such as gloves, sleeves,
blankets or mats, and heavy hoods, used by workers working on high-voltage power lines and
equipment: Examines rubber goods to detect defects, such as blisters, breaks, or deterioration. Clips
rubber goods to metal rod of dielectric-strength-testing machine and partially submerges articles in
water tank of machine. Manipulates controls to discharge excessive voltage through metal rod and
rubber goods to water. Observes apparatus for flash or opening of circuit breaker, indicating
defective goods. Reads milliammeter on panel to determine if amount of current passed through
article to water is within prescribed tolerance. Discards defective equipment. May inflate gloves on
special apparatus to detect defects. May make mechanical tests on goods for conformance to
purchase specifications, using testing apparatus, such as micrometers, rulers, and tensile-testing
machine.
GOE: 06.01.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Repairs defects in self-sealing rubber fuel tanks for use on
airplanes: Examines fuel tanks to detect location and extent of defects, such as blisters, ply
separations, cracks, and loose seams. Cuts away rubber in defective area with knife and smooths
edges with portable buffer. Positions and cements specified patch material in defective area, using
hand roller. Cuts out and replaces defective tank fittings and rubber reinforcement strips with
handtools, following blueprints. Clamps electric platen on repaired area to vulcanize it. Cleans
foreign material from inside of fuel tank, using wire brush, buffer, and vacuum hose. May position
fuel tank on jig to verify location of fittings and screw holes.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
759.484-010 ROLL BUILDER (rubber goods)
Builds up plies (layers) of natural and synthetic rubber on
metal cores for use on commercial and industrial machines: Positions metal core in building machine
by hand or by use of hoist, and applies rubber cement with brush. Pulls ply of rubber from roll in
rack onto worktable. Washes rubber plies with solvent and starts machine to revolve core. Wraps
specified number of plies around core and splices ends. Starts automatic machine rollers or uses hand
roller to compress rubber plies and remove wrinkles and trapped air. Measures thickness of roll,
using calipers. Cuts roll to length with knife. Cements and applies finish rubber strips to each end.
Wraps finished roll with strips of cloth preparatory to curing.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
759.664-010 BRAIDER SETTER (rubber goods)
Repairs broken or knotted yarn in braided jacket of firehose:
Reverses braiding machine to unbraid yarn to defective area. Untangles knots, ties broken strands,
and turns spools of yarn to take up slack. Starts machine and signals BRAIDING-MACHINE
TENDER (rubber goods) when defect is corrected. Changes pitch gear on braiding machine as
specified, using wrench, and verifies pitch of braid with rule. Moves supplies to
BRAIDING-MACHINE TENDER (rubber goods) using handtrucks. May inflate hose to specified
diameter to prepare it for covering.
GOE: 06.04.06 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Fabricates expansion joints for ends of rubber hose to permit
coupling of hose to pipes or ducts according to blueprints and customer specifications: Examines
blueprints and work ticket to determine dimensions and type of joint to be fabricated. Applies
solution of soapstone and water to end of hose and builds up specified number of layers of rubber
and fabric around end of hose or on mandrel to form expansion joint. Wraps joint with tape and steel
curing plates preparatory to vulcanizing, using rule and calipers to ensure conformance to
specifications. Removes tape and curing plates or rubber reinforcing material after vulcanizing and
trims or grinds joint to specified diameter and contour, using knife and portable grinder. Applies
precured rubber patches to cover defects, such as low spots or surface cracks. Marks and punches
bolt holes in joint, using templates, scriber, and hand punch. Paints joint, using brush, and hangs
completed joint to dry.
GOE: 06.02.29 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
759.664-018 ROLLER MAKER (print. & pub.)
Recovers and reconditions used printing-press rollers, using
handtools and such equipment as melting pot and chopping machine: Strips cover from roller
manually or with knife, separating meltable from nonmeltable materials. Feeds meltable scrap into
chopping machine and dumps chopped material into heated melting pot. Weighs out, mixes, and
melts ingredients to form molding compound in mixing kettle, according to formula. Paints roller
cores, using brush. Winds twine around roller ends and other areas needing packing. Fits stars
(centering devices) in position on cores and molding cylinder. Oils cylinder, using oilcan, and inserts
cores in cylinder. Attaches bottom plate, water, and drain lines to molding cylinder, using wrenches.
Couples lines from compressor to kettle containing molding compound and to pressure gun used to
force molding compound into cylinder. Controls flow of compound according to signals from
another worker observing operation from raised platform. Pours cold water over surface of cylinder
to congeal molding compound. Inspects finished rollers for imperfections, trims excess molding
compound from edges, and directs steam over surface of roller covers to remove wrinkles, using
steam hose.
GOE: 06.02.32 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Cuts and cements sheets of rubber to make shock absorbers
for airplane gas tanks: Cuts rubber sheets to specified size, using scissors or roller-cutter. Brushes
rubber cement on sheets and presses them together. Hangs completed sheets on revolving drums that
pass through curing oven.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
759.684-014 BASE-PLY HAND (rubber goods)
Cements rubber ply (layer) to metal forming plate and lays
out parts locations on pneumatic deicers: Places rolls of gum rubber and rubberized fabric ply stocks
in letoff racks, using hoist. Pulls rubber ply stocks from roll, aligns rubber plies with edge of forming
plate, and cuts plies to size with scissors and knife. Rolls rubber plies with hand roller to remove
wrinkles and promote adherence to forming plate. Stencils location of deicer parts on rubber plies,
using template and inked brush. Locates centerline on plies by aligning chalkline with guide marks
on forming plate. Carries plied-up forming plate to storage rack.
GOE: 06.02.29 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
759.684-018 BELT-BUILDER HELPER (rubber goods)
Performs following duties to build up plies (layers) of
rubberized fabric and gum to produce transmission and conveyor belting: Moves rolls of stock to
belt-building area, using lift truck or handtruck. Positions stock rolls in letoff rack, using hoist. Pulls
fabric and gum plies of specified width onto belt-building table from roll in letoff rack or calender,
and aligns edge with previously laid ply. Compresses plies together, using rollers and stitchers.
Builds up specified number of plies and trims irregular edges with scissors or knife. Inserts end of
finished belt between pressure rollers that bond plies, and rolls finished belt onto windup rack.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
759.684-022 BUFFER (rubber goods; rubber tire)
Buffs rubber articles to clean, smooth, repair, trim, or
roughen for cementing, using hand or power buffer: Starts buffer and holds article against it, or holds
buffing wheel against article. Changes buffing wheel according to operation performed or type of
finish required, using wrench. May weigh, sort, and pack articles for further processing or shipping.
May be designated according to article buffed as Tire Buffer (rubber tire); White-Sidewall-Tire
Buffer (rubber tire).
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Repairs defective parts of airplane deicers: Cuts out
premarked defects, such as cracks and blisters, from rubber plies of deicer with knife. Buffs defective
area to prepare it for patching, using portable electric buffer. Mends wiring defects in electric
deicers, using soldering iron. Cuts out and patches defective spots in rubberized-fabric air tubes and
manifolds of pneumatic deicers. Swabs defective area of rubber plies with rubber cement to provide
adhesive surface. Positions uncured rubber patch on defective area and rolls down with hand roller
to promote adherence. Trims excess rubber from patch with knife. Cures and vulcanizes patch, using
portable vulcanizing equipment. Lifts repaired deicer to handtruck for removal to inspection
department. May be designated according to type of deicer repaired as Deicer Repairer, Electric
(rubber goods); Deicer Repairer, Pneumatic (rubber goods).
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
759.684-030 DEICER-KIT ASSEMBLER (rubber goods)
Assembles rubber ply stock, molded rubber parts, blueprints,
and tools for use in airplane deicer kit box: Selects precut rubber plies (layers) and molded rubber
parts from bins for specified deicers. Verifies thickness of rubber ply parts with snap gauge, and lays
parts in kit box. Selects specified items, such as punches, dies, blueprints, and templates, and places
them in kit box with rubber parts. Weighs loaded kit box to determine conformance to weight
specifications. Attaches identification tag to box and places kit box in storage rack.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
759.684-034 FOLDER-TIER (nonmet. min.)
Reverses lengths of tubular knit plastic mesh to form
scouring ball: Stretches tubing over post and pulls tubing down length of post. Pulls bottom of
tubing up to form double-walled tube. Slides tubing off post and pulls out guide thread. Pushes
tubing across bed of device that ties string around middle of tube. Flexes interior walls of tubing with
fingers to enlarge cavity and pushes mass of tubing into itself to form scouring ball.
GOE: 06.04.24 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
759.684-038 HOSE WRAPPER (rubber goods)
Wraps strips of fabric around rubber hose to maintain shape
of hose during curing: Inserts end of hose-covered mandrel into powered chuck. Pulls end of fabric
strip from hand reel and starts strip around end of hose. Starts machine and guides fabric strip onto
hose. May mark curing time on hose, using crayon. May load hose onto storage rack, using hoist,
or into steam-heated oven for curing. May unwrap fabric strips from cured hose.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
759.684-042 MAT REPAIRER (rubber goods)
Repairs molded rubber automobile floor mats: Cuts out
defects, such as holes, snags, and tears, in mat with knife. Smooths defective area of mat with emery
cloth to prepare surface for rubber patch. Cuts uncured rubber patch to size with knife. Cements
rubber patch to defective area and trims off excess rubber. Positions mat in vulcanizer to cure patch
for specified time. Cuts felt padding to size with shears and cements it to back of mat on repaired
area.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Reams out and fills surface holes and scratches, and
vulcanizes filling material to patch bowling balls: Reams out surface flaws in bowling balls to
uniform depth, using electrically powered router. Pours liquid resin into holes on ball surface to fill
flaw. Positions patched balls in heated bench presses and clamps tops of presses down on patched
areas of balls to compress and vulcanize patch. Turns timer dial of presses to control heating cycle.
May remove excess resin, using drill. May smooth surface, using powered sander and fine
sandpaper.
GOE: 06.04.02 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Lines interior of tanks, valves, pipes, and similar articles with
rubber sheeting to prevent corrosion of vessel, and to minimize contamination, shock, ignition, or
explosion hazards to contents. May inject compressed air into vessel to bond lining to vessel walls,
and introduce live steam or place article in autoclave to vulcanize rubber lining. May prepare vessel
for application of lining by sandblasting, scraping, or painting interior surfaces. May test lining for
holes and faulty seams, using device that creates spark on contact with metal vessel through
apertures in rubber. May visit equipment sites to install linings. May be designated according to
article lined as Tank Insulator, Rubber (machinery mfg.); Valve Liner, Rubber (machinery mfg.).
GOE: 06.02.29 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
759.684-054 RUBBER-GOODS REPAIRER (any industry)
Repairs rubber products, such as life rafts and vests, gas-tank
linings, inner tubes, and rubber vent systems, using oven or autoclave and steam curing iron:
Cements rubber patch to torn or damaged areas and vulcanizes patch, using steam curing iron. Cuts
rubber into pieces, covers metal and other surfaces with pieces, and places rubber article in oven or
autoclave to bond surfaces. May make gaskets, washers, and hose, using molds and dies.
GOE: 06.02.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Splices bias-cut rubberized-fabric stock into plies for use in
tire building: Inspects plies and tears off sections having such defects as uncalendered spots or torn
fabric. Aligns and splices sections of ply stock by overlapping ends and pressing together with
fingers. Presses pedal to wind spliced plies on spool. Determines when spool is loaded by counting
plies or observing stop-mark on liner. Guides ply onto spools by hand to prevent wrinkling. May
splice stock cut from and tend automatic bias cutting machine. Winds assembled plies onto spool;
or cuts it to lengths, using bar cutter, and slides assembly onto conveyor. Notifies maintenance
department of machine malfunction.
GOE: 06.04.29 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Builds tubes and manifolds of rubberized fabric for use in
pneumatic airplane deicers: Lifts roll of rubberized fabric sheeting to letoff racks and unwinds it onto
table. Lays out and draws outline of specified size tubes and manifolds on rubberized fabric, using
rule, template, and chalkline. Cuts outlined section from rubberized fabric, using scissors and knife.
Positions and wraps cut fabric section around metal forming bar, and aligns and splices edges by
pressing gum tape over edges of fabric on bar, using roller. Pulls out forming bar and blows
soapstone into rubberized tubing with airhose to prevent inner surfaces from sticking together.
Winds number of tubing sections required for one deicer onto reel. Attaches identification tag to
loaded reel and carries it to storage rack.
GOE: 06.02.29 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
759.684-066 V-BELT BUILDER (rubber goods)
Builds up plies (layers) of rubber and filler to form V-belts:
Hoists rolls of calendered rubber for belt base and filler from storage to worktable, using hoist. Sets
drum to specified circumference by turning wheel and verifies size with rule. Pulls rubber from rolls
and measures and cuts it with scissors. Brushes rubber cement on sides of rubber, lays one or more
plies of rubber around drum, and splices ends. Threads end of cemented belt cord from spool through
lathe guide and spots ends at edge of base rubber on drum. Sets gauge to wind specified cords per
inch around length of base rubber and starts drum revolving. Lays one or more plies of filler rubber
on top of cord. Starts pressure rollers that compress material on drum. Positions notched cutting bar
across front of drum and cuts belting to specified width by holding knife in notches and pressing
knife against revolving drum. Collapses drum and places cut belts on rack.
GOE: 06.02.29 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
759.684-070 SPLICER (protective dev.)
Splices ends of safety ropes to prevent raveling: Cuts
polypropylene rope to specifications, using electric knife. Inserts end of rope through protective
plastic washer in eye of ring or hook. Unravels and interweaves strands to retain ring or hook at end
of rope. Holds spliced section of rope over heated coil to fuse strands.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 86
Inspects and tests rubber materials, parts, or products for
conformance to specifications: Visually and tactually examines items for defects, such as soils,
cracks, and breaks. Verifies dimensions and weights of articles, using scales, calipers, templates, and
other measuring instruments, following specifications and blueprints. Verifies strength, durability,
and permeability of materials and products, using tensile strength, compression, inflation, and water
tests. Sorts, counts, or marks articles according to size, grade, or color. Records inspection and
testing data. May trim excess materials from articles, using knife, scissors, cutting machines, or
buffing wheels. May cut out and replace defective areas to salvage parts or products. May bundle
or pack goods for shipment. May be designated according to product inspected as Balloon Tester
(rubber goods); Hose Tester (rubber goods); Inner-Tube Tester (rubber tire); Rubber-Gasket
Inspector-Trimmer (rubber goods); V-Belt Inspector (rubber goods). May be designated: Adhesion
Tester (rubber goods); Boot Tester (rubber goods); Calender Inspector (rubber goods); Catheter
Finisher-And-Inspector (rubber goods); Dielectric Tester (rubber goods); Hose Inspector (rubber
goods); Inflation Tester (rubber goods); Inspector (rubber goods); Inspector And Tester (rubber
goods); Inspector, Fuel Hose (rubber goods); Matting Inspector (rubber goods); Mattress Inspector
(rubber goods); Molded-Goods Inspector-Trimmer (rubber goods); Padded-Products
Inspector-Trimmer (rubber goods); Piston-Cup Inspector (rubber goods); Rubber-Goods Finisher
(rubber goods); Rubber-Goods Inspector-Trimmer (rubber goods; rubber reclaim.; rubber tire);
Rubber-Goods Tester, Water (rubber goods; rubber tire); Slab Inspector (rubber reclaim.).
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 4 DLU: 78
Inspects pneumatic airplane deicers for defects: Inflates
deicers with specified amount of air pressure, using hose. Observes air pressure gauge and examines
rubberized fabric tubes and manifold of deicers to detect leaks. Sorts and marks defective deicers
for repair or scrap. May pull rip strip (rubberized fabric) from deicer to form vent channel, and punch
ventholes in specified locations, using die and mallet.
GOE: 06.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Joins metal couplings to cured rubber hose: Attaches
expansion shaft to air-powered expander device, using handtools. Positions specified expansion ring
on shaft and coupling on end of hose. Slips hose over expansion shaft and starts expander device that
spreads expansion ring and locks coupling to hose. Cuts hose to specified length before attaching
couplings, using miter box and knife. May bolt coupling hardware to hose, using wrench.
GOE: 06.04.34 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
76 OCCUPATIONS IN FABRICATION AND REPAIR OF WOOD PRODUCTS
This division includes occupations concerned with
fabricating and repairing complete wooden articles, or subassemblies of wooden structures,
involving the use of woodworking handtools and power tools.
760 BENCH CARPENTERS AND RELATED OCCUPATIONS
This group includes occupations concerned with laying out
stock and shaping, assembling, and smoothing wood articles, using saws, planers, and other
carpentry tools.
760.684-010 BENCH CARPENTER (woodworking)
Assembles precut and prefabricated wooden parts to form
complete units, using woodworking hand and power tools: Reads blueprints, shop drawings, or
written instructions to determine method and sequence of assembling parts. Measures, shapes,
adjusts, trims, and sands parts and joints to make parts fit snugly, using rulers, handtools, and
sandpaper. Applies glue and inserts dowels or screws to fasten subassemblies together and form
complete unit, using handtools and clamps. May install hardware in subassemblies or into completed
unit. May work on an assembly line and be responsible for only one phase of assembly process.
GOE: 06.04.25 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Cuts lumber and assembles cut lumber into boxes and crates,
using handtools or power tools: Measures, marks, and saws boards to specified size, using ruler,
pencil, and power saws. Assembles and nails boards together, using hammer, power stapler, or
nailing machine. Repairs damaged containers by replacing damaged parts, using handtools. Salvages
used crating by removing nails from board with hammer, nail puller, or crowbar and by sawing ends
with portable electric handsaw. May sharpen saw, using file. May insert cardboard fillers, felt pads,
and wooden separators in containers. May build crate around material, using ruler, handtools, and
pneumatic nailer. When repairing wooden boxes, may be known as Box Repairer (wood. container)
I.
GOE: 06.02.25 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
761 OCCUPATIONS IN LAYING OUT, CUTTING, CARVING, SHAPING, AND
SANDING WOOD PRODUCTS, N.E.C.
This group includes occupations concerned with marking,
cutting lines on stock, and bending, shaving, carving, sawing, and sanding wood products, using
abrasives, handtools, templates, and other devices and materials.
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
fabricating smoking pipe stummels from briar blocks: Studies production schedules to determine
style and number of stummels to be sawed from blocks. Surveys stummels in stockroom and
prepares work order indicating style and quality of stummels needed. Informs workers when to
prepare for change-over to new style. Inspects graded stummels to verify conformance to standards.
Records quality and quantity of pipes produced from specific suppliers' briar blocks. Trains workers
in setup of machines. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master
Title.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
761.131-010 SUPERVISOR, LAST-MODEL DEPARTMENT (wood prod., nec)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
shaping wooden and plastic heel and shoe last models: Compares specifications with last patterns
to verify style and measurements, using measuring instruments. Designates pattern to be used and
informs workers of style and measurement specifications required. Completes forms to requisition
work material and supplies, such as sandpaper, wood, and plastic stock. Examines completed lists
to verify conformance with customer and company specifications. Performs other duties as described
under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
GOE: 06.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 8 DLU: 77
761.281-010 CARVER, HAND (woodworking) alternate titles: wood carver, hand
Carves ornamental designs into wooden furniture parts, using
handtools and woodworking machines: Studies sketches and dimensions of ornamental designs
submitted by architect, customer, or design department, visualizes finished product, and draws
design to scale, using drawing instruments. Transfers design to wooden furniture part by tracing over
drawing and carbon paper with stylus. Clamps furniture part in vise and roughs out design freehand
or by cutting along lines marked on wood, using chisel and mallet, jigsaw, and router. Selects
chisels, gouges, files, and rasps and determines sequence of their use according to intricacy of
design. Cuts, trims, or touches up roughed out design, using handtools to finish design. Verifies
dimensions of carving, using rule and dividers. Taps $T3stippling tool$T1 with mallet to stipple
design. May saw precut wooden blocks into rough shaped decorative items, using chain saw and
portable power saw. May finish carvings roughed out on router, spindle carver, or wood-carving
machine and be designated Skin Carver (furniture).
GOE: 01.06.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M4 L3 SVP: 8 DLU: 87
Designs and constructs boxes for experimental and test
purposes. Measures and tests strength of boxes made by competitors, disassembles boxes, and
records findings.
GOE: 05.05.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
761.281-018 MARQUETRY WORKER (furniture)
Designs, fabricates, and inlays marquetry in custom furniture:
Designs and draws marquetry patterns to scale, using drafting tools. Computes quantities of wood
needed for shaping marquetry design blocks, and selects woods, such as ebony, teak, and walnut,
for marquetry designs according to color, strength, and grain. Shapes pieces of wood to form pattern,
using power saws, handsaws, planers, and jigs. Measures wood pieces to verify dimensions, using
calipers, scales, and pattern. Applies glue to wood pieces, assembles pieces according to pattern, and
clamps pieces between boards to prevent damage and to form marquetry block. Selects wood in
which pattern will be mounted and cuts openings in surface of wood and specified piece of furniture
to form inlay openings for sections of marquetry block, using routers, chisels, and planers. Saws
marquetry block to obtain cross-sections of specified thickness for inlay. Glues and places sections
into inlay openings of wood surface and positions wood with marquetry design into opening on
furniture. Trims design to fit opening, and sands surface of furniture to attain desired finish, using
handtools and power sander. Cleans furniture and applies stain, lacquer, or shellac in prescribed
order to finish custom furniture.
GOE: 05.05.08 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M4 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 86
761.381-010 BOAT-OAR MAKER (woodworking)
Performs carpentry necessary to cut and shape oars, using
special planes, drawknives, and other handtools: Clamps oar in vise. Shapes blade, loom (shaft from
handle to blade), and handle, trimming edges and rounding corners according to specified
dimensions. Smooths and sands surface preparatory to varnishing or painting. Usually identifies
work with personal markings on blade.
GOE: 06.02.25 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Builds jigs used as guides for assembling oversized or special
type box shooks, following blueprints: Measures and marks position of stops on worktable,
according to blueprint, using tape measure and chalk. Nails stops to worktable as indicated by layout.
May build first shook on layout as demonstration.
GOE: 05.10.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
761.381-018 LAST-MODEL MAKER (wood prod., nec) alternate titles: model maker
Shapes wood blocks into shoe last models according to
specifications and diagrams, using copy lathe and handtools: Lays out and cuts specified size and
shape templates for use in constructing last models and to verify dimensions and contour of finished
last models, using scribe, measuring instruments, and razor cutter. Procures last model with backpart
(heel of last to ball of last) having same size and shapes as that specified on order. Mounts last model
and wood block in copy lathe that automatically turns down end of block to match backpart of last
model. Removes model and partially turned wood block from lathe and measures model and block
at prescribed points to verify duplication. Clamps partially turned block in vise. Shapes toe area to
specified size and contour, using files, drawknives, spokeshaves, sandpaper, and glass. Verifies
contour and size with templates and sole patterns. Sands last model to specified size and finish.
Hammers tacks along edges to protect model from wear on copy lathes. Files tack heads flush with
last. May shape new last models from wood blocks, plastic, or leather, using handtools only, when
last models of identical backpart specifications are not available. May specialize in fashioning and
fabricating last models for shoe heels or shoe soles.
GOE: 06.01.04 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
761.381-022 PATTERN MARKER I (woodworking)
Lays out outlines of frames and furniture parts on woodstock
to guide machine operators, working from blueprints, job orders, or models: Studies architectural
drawing or blueprint of part or full assembly to be made. Selects stock lumber of necessary size and
measures and marks with rule, square, and pencil or crayon, outlines of cuts to be made by various
machine operators. May calibrate and record machining dimensions on stock or pattern for use in
production as guide for machining parts. May trace outlines from blueprints for decorative or
irregular cutting on bandsaw. May trace around patterns to indicate cutting lines.
GOE: 06.02.31 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M4 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
761.381-026 SKI MAKER, WOOD (toy-sport equip.)
Fabricates skis from wood, using handtools and powered
machines: Cuts rough forms for skis, using electrically powered cutting machine. Soaks ski forms
in hot water until pliable and places them in bending frame for shaping. Operates shaper to form
ridges on top of ski. Pairs skis according to size, weight, and grain of wood. Sands skis and scrapes
them with handtool to correct variations in thickness. Operates shaper to form grooves on underside
of ski according to type of ski, such as plain, racing, or jumping skis. Finishes surface, using
sandpaper. May apply varnish or paint to finished ski.
GOE: 06.02.25 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M3 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
761.381-030 SMOKING-PIPE MAKER (fabrication, nec)
Performs all hand and machine operations to make
smoking-pipe bowls and stems from briar blocks: Sets up preselected block in fixture of
wood-turning lathe. Sets up cutters in lathe chuck, and moves block forward to cause cutters to
partially turn and face bowl of pipe. Replaces cutting tools to bore inside of bowl. Clamps block in
$T3frazing machine$T1 and forces it against cutters that duplicate lower part of bowl and shank to
preselected pipe shape. Places shank in holder of drill press and drills and reams shank hole. Selects
appropriate bit and drills airhole from mortice hole through shank into bowl chamber. Removes bowl
from drill press and digs into bowl and shank to remove rotten briar and rough spots, using sharp
handtool. Threads shank and stem, using threading machine. Inserts metal bushing in shank with
handtool. Inspects pipe for flaws, cracks, or irregularities. Dips pipe in stain solution to highlight
grain and color of briar and wipes pipe dry with soft cloth. Coats inside bowl chamber with specified
mixture to sweeten bowl, using brush. Screws or presses stem into shank to assemble pipe, using
handtools. Holds assembled pipe against sanding and buffing wheels to finish and polish surface.
GOE: 06.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L2 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
761.381-034 STOCK CHECKERER I (ordnance) alternate titles: checkerer, hand
Carves checkered designs and borders in wooden gunstocks,
forearms, and slide handles to provide decorative gripping surfaces: Positions paper or plastic pattern
on workpiece and dusts with powdered chalk to transfer outline to surface of wood. Secures
workpiece in holding device to facilitate tooling over pattern area. Engraves grooves and decorative
borders within chalked outline, using hand checkering and rabbeting tools. May rout recesses in
workpiece, using carving tools, and insert wood or metal inlays. May sketch and engrave special
designs, such as scrolls, oak leaves, birds, or animals, and be designated Carver And Checkerer,
Specials (ordnance). May carve borders only and be designated Borderer (ordnance); or repair
defective checkering on worn or damaged stocks and be designated Repairer And Checker
(ordnance).
GOE: 01.06.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Lays out, fabricates, and finishes standard or wooden
gunstocks: Selects wooden blanks according to customer's specifications. Draws outline on blanks
following pattern or template. Cuts along outline with bandsaw to form rough stock; and shapes
recesses in stock, using chisels, gauges, and rabbeting tools. Bores holes to specified depth in butt
of gun, using drill press or brace and bit; and inserts weights to attain specified balance. Attaches
frame and trigger assembly to stock and screws barrel into frame. Mounts gun in holding device of
layout table and locates and draws finish outline, centerline, pitch, pull, and drop, using pencil,
scribe, straightedge, square, and butt drop gauge. Shapes contours, using drawknives, chisels,
gauges, rasps, and files. Finishes stock, using sandpaper, emery cloth, steel wool, oil, stain, and
varnish.
GOE: 01.06.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
761.682-010 LATHE SANDER (woodworking)
Operates lathe or vacuum spindle machine to remove
toolmarks and smooth round wooden parts: Positions part to be sanded between headstock and
tailstock of lathe, and closes tailstock against part to hold it in place, or places part on rubber cup of
vacuum spindle. Starts machine and presses sandpaper of specified grade over and around rotating
part. Inspects or feels part to ascertain whether surface is smooth. Removes sanded part from
machine. May apply wax or other finishes while part is rotating on machine. May be designated
according to machine as Vacuum-Spindle Sander (furniture).
GOE: 06.04.25 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
761.682-014 SANDER, MACHINE (woodworking)
Operates one or more sanding machines equipped with
sanding belts or sanding heads, such as disks, drums, spools, or brushes mounted on vertical or
horizontal spindles to smooth surfaces and edges of hand held wooden parts, boards, or furniture
parts: Turns handwheels to adjust tension of sanding belt or to adjust height or angle of table or
spindle. Presses button or switch to start machine. Holds and turns stock by hand against sanding
head or belt or places stock on table or in jig and pushes stock back and forth against sanding head
or belt, until rough surfaces and edges of stock are smooth. Examines and feels stock to verify
smoothness. Replaces worn sandpaper belts or sandpaper on sanding heads, using handtools. May
cut sandpaper to designated size and shape prior to replacement on machine, using scissors. May
select and mount sanding head on spindle according to shape of article to be sanded, using
screwdriver or wrench. May be designated according to type of machine operated as Belt Sander
(woodworking); Spindle Sander (woodworking); according to type sanding head used as Brush
Sander (woodworking); Disk Sander (woodworking); Pneumatic-Drum Sander (woodworking);
Spool Sander (woodworking); or according to area of article sanded as Edge Sander (woodworking).
GOE: 06.02.03 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 79
Sets up and operates bench-mounted, single-spindle carving
machine to carve decorative designs on wooden furniture stock, following drawing or sample:
Studies drawing of design or stock sample of item to be carved and selects cutter according to size
and shape of design and type of wood. Attaches cutter to machine spindle, using wrenches and pliers.
Starts machine and holds and guides stock against rotating cutter to carve design identical to drawing
or sample. May install grinding wheel on spindle and sharpen cutter by holding it against rotating
grinding wheel. May attach carving guide and rest stock against guide to cut design in stock.
GOE: 06.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 78
761.684-010 GOLF-CLUB FACER (toy-sport equip.) alternate titles: facer
Shapes faces of golf club woods to achieve specified
contours, using one of following methods: (1) Clamps head of golf club wood in vise and selects file
of tooth size, according to amount of material to be removed. Files contours on face. (2) Moves
wood head against belt sander to shape face to specified contours. Places serrated cutters and spacers
on arbor of motor in specified pattern to set up scoring apparatus. Starts motor and presses face of
club into cutters to score face. Measures loft of club with protractor and visually compares faced club
with prototype to verify contours.
GOE: 06.02.25 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L1 SVP: 4 DLU: 77