1. Sets up and operates rolling mill to reduce dimensions of cold strip metal preparatory to processing metal into springs: Clamps roll of strip metal on reel stand and threads end of strip through series of machine guides and pressure rolls. 2. Turns screws to adjust pressure of rollers or …
1. Tends machine that seals string in top of plastic produce bags: Places bag on machine mandrel and positions string on bag with ends under holding clip. 2. Depresses pedal that folds and seals hem around string at top of bag. 3. Removes bag from mandrel and places it in …
1. Tends machine that winds copper wire around plastic cores to produce intrauterine birth control devices: Positions core in winding machine. 2. Starts machine that winds wire around core to fabricate IUD of specified size. 3. Removes IUD from machine and laces thin wire on bottom to facilitate removal by …
1. Adds wire tie or binding string to paper tags by tying or twisting precut lengths of string or wire through holes in ends of tag. 2. May count tags and tie them into bundles of prescribed number. 3. May be designated according to type of tag as Garment-Tag Stringer.
1. Tends battery of combination lasting and molding machines that mold rubber or plastic outsoles onto fabric, leather, or plastic uppers to make shoes: Positions upper over last with heel centered and even margin of upper around last sole, pulls string in hem tight around sole of last, and ties …
1. Tends series of color-depositing machines that deposit and brush color mix through stencils to produce patterns on hard-surface floor covering: Observes machines to ensure required laying-on, brushing, and scraping operations in each unit. 2. Signals other worker to stop machines, and adjusts and oils blades, scrapers, and brushes in …
1. Tends strike-off machine that prints cloth with samples of color paste for comparison with color standards prior to production printing: Tapes piece of white cloth on printing drum. 2. Places moist cloth pads between engraved strikes on printing roller to separate colors being printed. 3. Pours color sample on …
1. Tends machine that flattens pile of fabrics preparatory to dyeing or printing or to raise, soften, and fluff pile after wet-finishing processes: Positions truck of material at entry end of machine and sews end of cloth to leader in machine, using portable sewing machine. 2. Presses button to set …
1. Tends machines that stretch nets and tighten knots by either of following methods: Places end of net over straightening roller and threads net through tension rollers of machine. 2. Turns crank to adjust tension of net. 3. Observes net on trial run to determine tightness of knots. 4. Unfolds …
1. Operates machine to stretch plastic sheets to specified dimensions: Positions sheet in machine and clamps hydraulic rams to edges of sheet. 2. Sets temperature control and starts blowers to heat sheet. 3. Adjusts stops on hydraulic rams and starts machine to stretch sheet to specified dimensions. 4. Removes sheet …
1. Operates machine to stretch metal sheet, strip, or rod to specified length or flatness, or correct extrusion twist and contour defects: Adjusts stretcher blocks to size of metal, using wrench. 2. Lifts and positions material in stationary vise. 3. Measures metal and compares dimensions to those specified to determine …
1. Assists STRETCHER-LEVELER OPERATOR to stretch, flatten, and straighten metal sheet, strip, rod, and extruded forms: Lifts and positions material in vises and moves lever to close clamps. 2. Removes finished product and loads product on saw table, truck, or pallet. 3. May install and adjust stretcher jaws according to …
1. Produces recordings of electromotive variations in action of heart muscle, using electrocardiograph, while patient walks on treadmill, under direction of physician, to provide data for diagnosis of heart ailments: Attaches electrodes to patient’s arms, legs, and chest area, according to specified pattern, and connects electrode leads to electrocardiograph, to …
1. Tends machines that stretch synthetic fibers in sliver or tow form to control elasticity and prevent uneven stretching during subsequent processing: Turns knob to set air pressure control on stretch rolls according to amount of stretch specified. 2. Guides sliver into feed rolls so that it passes over heating …
1. Stretches rings to specified size and shape, using stretching device: Slides ring onto hollow arbor having slits running down its length that permit it to contract or expand. 2. Turns wheel to force tapered male arbor into hollow arbor to expand and stretch ring. 3. Repeats operation until ring …
1. Stretches and dries household articles, such as blankets, curtains, and linen tablecloths that require special treatment to protect delicate fabrics and retain desired measurements, using any of following methods: Attaches article to projecting wires of adjustable stretcher and pushes, or rotates frame on locking pivot, to position article in …
1. Inspects construction and excavation of gas or electric sites to ensure precautions are taken to prevent damage to company facilities: Interprets blueprints and work order specifications and marks location of underground facilities and dimensions of trenches to be dug, using stakes and chalkline. 2. Observes progress of work and …
1. Drives sweeping machine that cleans streets of trash and other accumulations: Fills water tank of machine from hydrant. 2. Drives sweeper along street near curb. 3. Moves controls to activate rotary brushes and water spray so that machine automatically picks up dust and trash from paved street and deposits …
1. Maintains and repairs mercury-vapor, fluorescent, electric-arc, or incandescent street lights and traffic signals: Climbs ladder or stands in tower-truck bucket to reach lamp. 2. Tests circuits and electric components to locate grounded wires, broken connections, or defective current-control mechanisms, using electrical testing instruments. 3. Replaces blown fuses and bulbs, …
1. Performs any combination of following tasks concerned with maintenance and repair of street lighting equipment in repair shop: Dismantles outside case and lamp preparatory to testing and inspection of electrical components by STREET-LIGHT REPAIRER. 2. Examines components for defects, such as broken connections, cracks, or excessive wear, and replaces …
1. Assists STREET-LIGHT SERVICER in making emergency or permanent repairs to street lights, working as member of crew: Places warning signs, flags, or barriers at repair site. 2. Opens manholes or vaults to gain access to underground circuits or erects ladders for repairing overhead equipment. 3. Unloads tools, parts, and …
1. Tests, adjusts, and repairs mercury-vapor, fluorescent, electric-arc, or incandescent street lights and traffic signals in shop: Disassembles lamp, using handtools. 2. Tests and examines components to determine need for repair or replacement, using electrical testing devices, such as test lamps, voltmeter, and wattmeter. 3. Repairs or replaces broken connections, …
1. Performs any combination of following tasks to assist STREETCAR REPAIRER in repairing streetcar bodies, using handtools: Tightens loose bolts and screws and replaces worn or broken stirrups, using handtools. 2. Replaces or tightens worn or loose weather stripping on windows, using handtools. 3. Repairs torn upholstery, using needle and …
1. Rubs strawhats with damp sponge to remove excess sizing: Slips hat over shaped hat block, rubs surface with damp sponge, and hangs hat on rack to dry. 2. May hold hat over steam jet to soften sizing, preparatory to rubbing with sponge, or place hats in tub equipped with …
1. Sweeps refuse from municipal streets, gutters, and sidewalks into pile and shovels refuse into movable container that is pushed from place to place. 2. May pick up paper and similar rubbish from lawns, flower beds, or highway median strips, using spike-tipped stick.
