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Summary Description


	Construct full-size and scale wooden precision models of products. Includes wood jig builders and loft workers.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Architectural Wood Model Maker

2.	CAD Technician (Computer Aided Drafting Technician)

3.	Craftsman

4.	Jig Builder

5.	Last Model Maker

6.	Loft Worker

7.	Loft Worker Apprentice

8.	Lofter

9.	Model Builder

10.	Model Maker

11.	Product Craftsman

12.	Product Development Carpenter

13.	Product Engineer

14.	Production Wood Craftsman

15.	Sample Builder

16.	Sample Maker

17.	Sample Worker

18.	Wood Craftsman

19.	Wood Last Maker

20.	Wood Model Builder

21.	Wood Window and Door Craftsman

22.	Woodworking Craftsman

Job Tasks

	Verify dimensions and contours of models during hand-forming processes, using templates and measuring devices. Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

	Read blueprints, drawings, or written specifications, and consult with designers to determine sizes and shapes of patterns and required machine setups. Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements. Exchange information with colleagues.

	Set up, operate, and adjust a variety of woodworking machines such as bandsaws and planers to cut and shape sections, parts, and patterns, according to specifications. Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications. Operate cutting equipment.

	Fit, fasten, and assemble wood parts together to form patterns, models, or sections, using glue, nails, dowels, bolts, screws, and other fasteners. Assemble wood products.

	Trim, smooth, and shape surfaces, and plane, shave, file, scrape, and sand models to attain specified shapes, using hand tools. Shape surfaces or edges of wood workpieces. Trim excess material from workpieces.

	Select wooden stock, determine layouts, and mark layouts of parts on stock, using precision equipment such as scribers, squares, and protractors. Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators. Select production input materials.

	Construct wooden models, patterns, templates, full scale mock-ups, and molds for parts of products and production tools. Build production molds.

	Mark identifying information on patterns, parts, and templates to indicate assembly methods and details. Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.

	Plan, lay out, and draw outlines of units, sectional patterns, or full-scale mock-ups of products. Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.

	Fabricate work aids such as scrapers or templates. Construct patterns, templates, or other work aids.

	Maintain pattern records for reference. Record operational or production data.

	Issue patterns to designated machine operators. Distribute supplies to workers.

	Build jigs that can be used as guides for assembling oversized or special types of box shooks. Assemble machine tools, parts, or fixtures.

	Finish patterns or models with protective or decorative coatings such as shellac, lacquer, or wax. Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

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.

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

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.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

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.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

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.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

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