Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Job Description: Set up, operate, or tend drilling machines to drill, bore, ream, mill, or countersink metal or plastic work pieces.

Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic spend a lot of their time Handling and Moving Objects. They are naturally good at Near Vision, Control Precision, Finger Dexterity, and Static Strength. Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic are typically characterized as being Realistic and Conventional. They are usually very knowledgable about Mechanical, Mathematics, and Production and Processing and are skilled at Operation Monitoring and Critical Thinking.

Work Activities

Handling and Moving Objects
  
Controlling Machines and Processes
  
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  
Performing General Physical Activities
  
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
  
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
  
Getting Information
  
Developing and Building Teams
  
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  
Coaching and Developing Others
  
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
  
Training and Teaching Others
  
Processing Information
  
Analyzing Data or Information
  
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
  
Thinking Creatively
  
Scheduling Work and Activities
  
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
  
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
  
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
  
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
  
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
  
Documenting/Recording Information
  
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
  
Assisting and Caring for Others
  
Interacting With Computers
  
Developing Objectives and Strategies
  
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
  
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
  
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
  
Selling or Influencing Others
  
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
  
Staffing Organizational Units
  
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
  
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
  

Abilities

Near Vision
  
Control Precision
  
Finger Dexterity
  
Static Strength
  
Oral Comprehension
  
Reaction Time
  
Oral Expression
  
Written Comprehension
  
Manual Dexterity
  
Perceptual Speed
  
Arm-Hand Steadiness
  
Selective Attention
  
Category Flexibility
  
Trunk Strength
  
Information Ordering
  
Multilimb Coordination
  
Deductive Reasoning
  
Visualization
  
Problem Sensitivity
  
Auditory Attention
  
Inductive Reasoning
  
Rate Control
  
Written Expression
  
Response Orientation
  
Depth Perception
  
Hearing Sensitivity
  
Extent Flexibility
  
Visual Color Discrimination
  
Flexibility of Closure
  
Time Sharing
  
Speech Clarity
  
Mathematical Reasoning
  
Far Vision
  
Speech Recognition
  
Number Facility
  
Fluency of Ideas
  
Stamina
  
Memorization
  
Originality
  
Dynamic Strength
  
Speed of Closure
  
Gross Body Coordination
  
Wrist-Finger Speed
  
Spatial Orientation
  
Gross Body Equilibrium
  
Speed of Limb Movement
  
Glare Sensitivity
  
Peripheral Vision
  
Sound Localization
  
Night Vision
  

Interests

Realistic
  
Conventional
  
Investigative
  
Enterprising
  
Artistic
  
Social
  

Knowledge

Mechanical
  
Mathematics
  
Production and Processing
  
Engineering and Technology
  
Design
  
English Language
  
Education and Training
  
Customer and Personal Service
  
Computers and Electronics
  
Administration and Management
  
Public Safety and Security
  
Personnel and Human Resources
  
Building and Construction
  
Chemistry
  
Clerical
  
Physics
  
Transportation
  
Sales and Marketing
  
Communications and Media
  
Telecommunications
  
Law and Government
  
Psychology
  
Economics and Accounting
  
Medicine and Dentistry
  

Wages

Maine
$49,660  
 
Massachusetts
$41,010  
 
Iowa
$36,690  
 
Arizona
$35,630  
 
Maryland
$35,370  
 
Connecticut
$35,340  
 
South Carolina
$35,190  
 
Virginia
$35,080  
 
Louisiana
$34,970  
 
Minnesota
$34,190  
 
Kansas
$33,820  
 
Wisconsin
$33,720  
 
Pennsylvania
$33,670  
 
Ohio
$33,450  
 
Kentucky
$33,340  
 
California
$33,060  
 
Oregon
$32,930  
 
Idaho
$32,800  
 
Michigan
$32,640  
 
Georgia
$32,330  
 
Oklahoma
$31,900  
 
New York
$31,880  
 
New Jersey
$31,820  
 
Illinois
$31,770  
 
New Hampshire
$30,990  
 
Utah
$30,520  
 
Nebraska
$30,310  
 
Indiana
$30,150  
 
Arkansas
$30,140  
 
Tennessee
$30,070  
 
Alabama
$29,960  
 
Missouri
$29,680  
 
Vermont
$29,670  
 
Texas
$29,390  
 
South Dakota
$29,210  
 
North Carolina
$28,520  
 
Delaware
$28,070  
 
Mississippi
$27,810  
 
Nevada
$25,350  
 
Florida
$22,740  
 

Skills

Operation Monitoring
  
Critical Thinking
  
Reading Comprehension
  
Operation and Control
  
Monitoring
  
Judgment and Decision Making
  
Quality Control Analysis
  
Active Listening
  
Speaking
  
Complex Problem Solving
  
Writing
  
Troubleshooting
  
Mathematics
  
Time Management
  
Active Learning
  
Coordination
  
Social Perceptiveness
  
Repairing
  
Equipment Selection
  
Equipment Maintenance
  
Systems Analysis
  
Operations Analysis
  
Learning Strategies
  
Management of Personnel Resources
  
Instructing
  
Persuasion
  
Service Orientation
  
Negotiation
  
Systems Evaluation
  
Installation
  
Technology Design
  
Management of Material Resources
  
Science
  
Management of Financial Resources
  
Programming
  

Work Values

Support
  
Relationships
  
Working Conditions
  
Independence
  
Achievement
  
Recognition
  

Work Styles

Attention to Detail
  
Dependability
  
Self Control
  
Adaptability/Flexibility
  
Independence
  
Integrity
  
Achievement/Effort
  
Initiative
  
Stress Tolerance
  
Cooperation
  
Persistence
  
Analytical Thinking
  
Concern for Others
  
Innovation
  
Leadership
  
Social Orientation
  

Related University Degree Programs

Work Context

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Freedom to Make Decisions
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Time Pressure
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Contact With Others
  
Structured versus Unstructured Work
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Consequence of Error
  
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  
Degree of Automation
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Level of Competition
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Physical Proximity
  
Duration of Typical Work Week
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Telephone
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Letters and Memos
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Electronic Mail
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Work Schedules
  
Public Speaking
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  

-40 hours-

Duration of Typical Work Week
  

-A lot of freedom-

Freedom to Make Decisions
  
Structured versus Unstructured Work
  

-About half the time-

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  

-Completely automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Constant contact with others-

Contact With Others
  

-Contact with others about half the time-

Contact With Others
  

-Contact with others most of the time-

Contact With Others
  

-Continually or almost continually-

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  

-Every day-

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Time Pressure
  
Electronic Mail
  
Telephone
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Letters and Memos
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Public Speaking
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  

-Extremely competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-Extremely important-

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  

-Extremely serious-

Consequence of Error
  

-Fairly important-

Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  

-Fairly serious-

Consequence of Error
  

-High responsibility-

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  

-Highly automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Highly competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-I don't work near other people (beyond 100 ft.)-

Physical Proximity
  

-I work with others but not closely (e.g., private office)-

Physical Proximity
  

-Important-

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  

-Important results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)-

Work Schedules
  

-Less than 40 hours-

Duration of Typical Work Week
  

-Less than half the time-

Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  

-Limited freedom-

Freedom to Make Decisions
  
Structured versus Unstructured Work
  

-Limited responsibility-

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  

-Minor results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Moderate responsibility-

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  

-Moderate results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Moderately automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Moderately close (at arm's length)-

Physical Proximity
  

-Moderately competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-More than 40 hours-

Duration of Typical Work Week
  

-More than half the time-

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  

-Never-

Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Public Speaking
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Electronic Mail
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Letters and Memos
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Telephone
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Time Pressure
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  

-No contact with others-

Contact With Others
  

-No freedom-

Structured versus Unstructured Work
  
Freedom to Make Decisions
  

-No responsibility-

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  

-No results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Not at all automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Not at all competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-Not important at all-

Deal With External Customers
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  

-Not serious at all-

Consequence of Error
  

-Occasional contact with others-

Contact With Others
  

-Once a month or more but not every week-

Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Telephone
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Letters and Memos
  
Time Pressure
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Public Speaking
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Electronic Mail
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  

-Once a week or more but not every day-

Time Pressure
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Telephone
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Letters and Memos
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Public Speaking
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Electronic Mail
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  

-Once a year or more but not every month-

Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Time Pressure
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Letters and Memos
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Public Speaking
  
Telephone
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Electronic Mail
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  

-Regular (established routine, set schedule)-

Work Schedules
  

-Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)-

Work Schedules
  

-Serious-

Consequence of Error
  

-Slightly automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Slightly close (e.g., shared office)-

Physical Proximity
  

-Slightly competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-Some freedom-

Freedom to Make Decisions
  
Structured versus Unstructured Work
  

-Very close (near touching)-

Physical Proximity
  

-Very high responsibility-

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  

-Very important-

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  
Deal With External Customers
  

-Very important results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Very little freedom-

Structured versus Unstructured Work
  
Freedom to Make Decisions
  

-Very serious-

Consequence of Error
  

Task Ratings

- Importance Core-

Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and fixed and telescoping gauges.
  
Study machining instructions, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional and finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups, and tooling requirements.
  
Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.
  
Install tools in spindles.
  
Change worn cutting tools, using wrenches.
  
Position and secure workpieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices.
  
Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds.
  
Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations.
  
Operate single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to bore holes so that machining operations can be performed on metal or plastic workpieces.
  
Turn valves and direct flow of coolants or cutting oil over cutting areas.
  
Observe drilling or boring machine operations to detect any problems.
  
Lift workpieces onto work tables either manually or with hoists, or direct crane operators to lift and position workpieces.
  
Lay out reference lines and machining locations on work, using layout tools, and applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
  
Perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, and screws, using power tools and hand tools.
  

- Importance Supplemental-

Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.
  
Operate tracing attachments to duplicate contours from templates or models.
  
Sharpen cutting tools, using bench grinders.
  

- Relevance of Task Core-

Lift workpieces onto work tables either manually or with hoists, or direct crane operators to lift and position workpieces.
  
Install tools in spindles.
  
Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and fixed and telescoping gauges.
  
Study machining instructions, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional and finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups, and tooling requirements.
  
Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.
  
Observe drilling or boring machine operations to detect any problems.
  
Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds.
  
Position and secure workpieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices.
  
Change worn cutting tools, using wrenches.
  
Operate single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to bore holes so that machining operations can be performed on metal or plastic workpieces.
  
Perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, and screws, using power tools and hand tools.
  
Turn valves and direct flow of coolants or cutting oil over cutting areas.
  
Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations.
  
Lay out reference lines and machining locations on work, using layout tools, and applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
  

- Relevance of Task Supplemental-

Sharpen cutting tools, using bench grinders.
  
Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.
  
Operate tracing attachments to duplicate contours from templates or models.
  

-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations.
  
Turn valves and direct flow of coolants or cutting oil over cutting areas.
  
Lay out reference lines and machining locations on work, using layout tools, and applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
  
Install tools in spindles.
  
Change worn cutting tools, using wrenches.
  
Position and secure workpieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices.
  
Study machining instructions, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional and finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups, and tooling requirements.
  
Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds.
  
Operate single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to bore holes so that machining operations can be performed on metal or plastic workpieces.
  
Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.
  
Perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, and screws, using power tools and hand tools.
  
Observe drilling or boring machine operations to detect any problems.
  
Lift workpieces onto work tables either manually or with hoists, or direct crane operators to lift and position workpieces.
  
Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and fixed and telescoping gauges.
  

-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Operate tracing attachments to duplicate contours from templates or models.
  
Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.
  
Sharpen cutting tools, using bench grinders.
  

-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and fixed and telescoping gauges.
  
Operate single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to bore holes so that machining operations can be performed on metal or plastic workpieces.
  
Observe drilling or boring machine operations to detect any problems.
  
Lift workpieces onto work tables either manually or with hoists, or direct crane operators to lift and position workpieces.
  
Position and secure workpieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices.
  
Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.
  
Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds.
  
Study machining instructions, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional and finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups, and tooling requirements.
  
Turn valves and direct flow of coolants or cutting oil over cutting areas.
  
Install tools in spindles.
  
Change worn cutting tools, using wrenches.
  
Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations.
  
Perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, and screws, using power tools and hand tools.
  
Lay out reference lines and machining locations on work, using layout tools, and applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
  

-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Operate tracing attachments to duplicate contours from templates or models.
  
Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.
  
Sharpen cutting tools, using bench grinders.
  

-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, and screws, using power tools and hand tools.
  
Lay out reference lines and machining locations on work, using layout tools, and applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
  
Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.
  
Position and secure workpieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices.
  
Turn valves and direct flow of coolants or cutting oil over cutting areas.
  
Study machining instructions, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional and finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups, and tooling requirements.
  
Operate single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to bore holes so that machining operations can be performed on metal or plastic workpieces.
  
Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations.
  
Change worn cutting tools, using wrenches.
  
Observe drilling or boring machine operations to detect any problems.
  
Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds.
  
Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and fixed and telescoping gauges.
  
Install tools in spindles.
  
Lift workpieces onto work tables either manually or with hoists, or direct crane operators to lift and position workpieces.
  

-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Sharpen cutting tools, using bench grinders.
  
Operate tracing attachments to duplicate contours from templates or models.
  
Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.
  

-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, and screws, using power tools and hand tools.
  
Operate single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to bore holes so that machining operations can be performed on metal or plastic workpieces.
  
Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations.
  
Lay out reference lines and machining locations on work, using layout tools, and applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
  
Change worn cutting tools, using wrenches.
  
Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds.
  
Observe drilling or boring machine operations to detect any problems.
  
Lift workpieces onto work tables either manually or with hoists, or direct crane operators to lift and position workpieces.
  
Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.
  
Install tools in spindles.
  
Position and secure workpieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices.
  
Turn valves and direct flow of coolants or cutting oil over cutting areas.
  
Study machining instructions, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional and finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups, and tooling requirements.
  
Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and fixed and telescoping gauges.
  

-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Sharpen cutting tools, using bench grinders.
  
Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.
  
Operate tracing attachments to duplicate contours from templates or models.
  

-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, and screws, using power tools and hand tools.
  
Lay out reference lines and machining locations on work, using layout tools, and applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
  
Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations.
  
Operate single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to bore holes so that machining operations can be performed on metal or plastic workpieces.
  
Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.
  
Turn valves and direct flow of coolants or cutting oil over cutting areas.
  
Change worn cutting tools, using wrenches.
  
Study machining instructions, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional and finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups, and tooling requirements.
  
Install tools in spindles.
  
Lift workpieces onto work tables either manually or with hoists, or direct crane operators to lift and position workpieces.
  
Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds.
  
Observe drilling or boring machine operations to detect any problems.
  
Position and secure workpieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices.
  
Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and fixed and telescoping gauges.
  

-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Operate tracing attachments to duplicate contours from templates or models.
  
Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.
  
Sharpen cutting tools, using bench grinders.
  

-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Install tools in spindles.
  
Change worn cutting tools, using wrenches.
  
Study machining instructions, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional and finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups, and tooling requirements.
  
Lift workpieces onto work tables either manually or with hoists, or direct crane operators to lift and position workpieces.
  
Perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, and screws, using power tools and hand tools.
  
Turn valves and direct flow of coolants or cutting oil over cutting areas.
  
Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds.
  
Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and fixed and telescoping gauges.
  
Lay out reference lines and machining locations on work, using layout tools, and applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
  
Observe drilling or boring machine operations to detect any problems.
  
Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations.
  
Position and secure workpieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices.
  
Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.
  
Operate single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to bore holes so that machining operations can be performed on metal or plastic workpieces.
  

-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.
  
Sharpen cutting tools, using bench grinders.
  
Operate tracing attachments to duplicate contours from templates or models.
  

-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Lay out reference lines and machining locations on work, using layout tools, and applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques.
  
Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations.
  
Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.
  
Change worn cutting tools, using wrenches.
  
Observe drilling or boring machine operations to detect any problems.
  
Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds.
  
Operate single- or multiple-spindle drill presses to bore holes so that machining operations can be performed on metal or plastic workpieces.
  
Perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, and screws, using power tools and hand tools.
  
Turn valves and direct flow of coolants or cutting oil over cutting areas.
  
Install tools in spindles.
  
Lift workpieces onto work tables either manually or with hoists, or direct crane operators to lift and position workpieces.
  
Position and secure workpieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices.
  
Study machining instructions, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional and finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups, and tooling requirements.
  
Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and fixed and telescoping gauges.
  

-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Operate tracing attachments to duplicate contours from templates or models.
  
Sharpen cutting tools, using bench grinders.
  
Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles.
  

Education Training Experience

-On-Site or In-Plant Training-

None
  
Up to and including 1 month
  
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
  
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
  
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
  
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
  
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
  
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years
  
Over 10 years
  

-On-the-Job Training-

Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month
  
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
  
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
  
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
  
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
  
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
  
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years
  

-Related Work Experience-

None
  
Up to and including 1 month
  
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
  
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
  
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
  
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
  
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years
  
Over 6 years, up to and including 8 years
  
Over 8 years, up to and including 10 years
  
Over 10 years
  

-Required Level of Education-

Less than a High School Diploma
  
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)
  
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
  
Some College Courses
  
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)
  
Bachelor's Degree