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- Work Activities
- Abilities
- Interests
- Knowledge
- Wages
- Skills
- Work Values
- Work Styles
- Related Degrees
- Work Context
- Task Ratings
- Education
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