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Careers / Fabric Menders, Except Garment |
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Summary Description |
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Repair tears, holes, and other defects in fabrics, such as draperies, linens, parachutes, and tents. |
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Sample Job Titles |
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Awning Craftsman |
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Awning Craftsperson |
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Bag Repairer |
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Canvas Repairer |
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Curtain Mender |
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Custom Marine Canvas Fabricator |
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Fabric Awning Repairer |
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Fabric Worker |
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Fabric Worker Fitter |
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Fabric Worker Foreman |
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Fabric Worker Leader |
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Fabric Worker Supervisor |
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Hand Weaver |
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Hand-Woven Carpet and Rug Mender |
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Industrial Sewer |
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Knit Goods Mender |
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Mender |
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Parachute Mender |
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Parachute Repairer |
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Perch Mender |
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Sail Maker |
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Sail Repair Person |
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Sail Repairer |
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Seamstress |
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Seat Mender |
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Sewer |
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Sewing Machine Operator |
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Tarp Repairer |
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Tarper |
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Umbrella Mender |
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Job Tasks |
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Check repaired and repacked survival equipment to ensure that it meets specifications.
- Inspect safety equipment to ensure proper functioning.
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Measure and hem curtains, garments, and canvas coverings to size, using tape measures.
- Measure distances or dimensions.
- Sew materials.
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Operate sewing machines to restitch defective seams, sew up holes, or replace components of fabric articles.
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Spread out articles or materials and examine them for holes, tears, worn areas, and other defects.
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Stamp grommets into canvas, using mallets and punches or eyelet machines.
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Trim edges of cut or torn fabric, using scissors or knives, and stitch trimmed edges together.
- Sew materials.
- Cut materials according to specifications or needs.
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Patch holes, sew tears and ripped seams, or darn defects in items, using needles and thread or sewing machines.
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Sew labels and emblems onto articles for identification.
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Repair holes by weaving thread over them, using needles.
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Clean stains from fabric or garments, using spray guns and cleaning fluid.
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Sew fringe, tassels, and ruffles onto drapes and curtains, and buttons and trimming onto garments.
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Re-knit runs and replace broken threads, using latch needles.
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Replace defective shrouds, and splice connections between shrouds and harnesses, using hand tools.
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Pull knots to the wrong sides of garments, using hooks.
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Work Activities |
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Handling and Moving Objects —
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. |
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Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work —
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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Getting Information —
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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Controlling Machines and Processes —
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). |
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Performing General Physical Activities —
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. |
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates —
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events —
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
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Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information —
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. |
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Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People —
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
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Processing Information —
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings —
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems —
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships —
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material —
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. |
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Developing and Building Teams —
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. |
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Thinking Creatively —
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
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Coaching and Developing Others —
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. |
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Scheduling Work and Activities —
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
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Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment —
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. |
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Documenting/Recording Information —
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
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Training and Teaching Others —
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. |
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards —
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
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Assisting and Caring for Others —
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients. |
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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others —
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. |
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Interesting Fact |
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Jim Morrison's (The Doors) father was an admiral in the U.S. Navy. |
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