Job Descriptions

Setter, Automatic-Spinning Lathe Job

1. Sets up automatic spinning lathe to spin shaped articles from sheet or plate metal as specified by blueprints and computed from data charts: Bolts specified spinning chuck to headstock spindle and follow block to tailstock, using handtools or power tools. 2. Positions, aligns, and bolts specified circular forming tool …





Setter, Cold-Rolling Machine Job

1. Sets up and operates single- or double-die gear roll-forming machines to rough and finish roll-forming of gears, according to design information and machine operating instructions: Mounts and centers forming dies on opposing die spindle heads, using handtools. 2. Sets stops to control traversing of die spindle head to predetermined …

Service Technician, Computerized-Photofinishing Equipment Job

1. Analyzes malfunctions in computerized electromechanical photofinishing equipment and replaces or repairs defective components, utilizing knowledge of equipment operation and repair: Examines and tests equipment to determine nature and probable cause of malfunction, using work aids such as voltmeter, ohmmeter, schematic drawings, and equipment specifications. 2. Removes and replaces defective …

Service-Establishment Attendant Job

1. Receives articles, such as shoes and clothing, to be repaired or cleaned, in personal-service establishment: Examines articles to determine nature of repair and advises customer of repairs needed. 2. Quotes prices and prepares work ticket. 3. Sends articles to work department. 4. Returns finished articles to customer and collects …

Service-Mechanic Helper, Compressed-Gas Equipment Job

1. Assists SERVICE MECHANIC, COMPRESSED-GAS EQUIPMENT in installing and repairing pumps, tanks, and vaporizers: Cuts and threads pipes, using pipe cutter and dies. 2. Cleans, polishes, and paints surface of parts, using solvent, rags, and spray guns. 3. Performs other duties as described under HELPER Master Title.

Services Clerk Job

1. Compiles reports and calculates tariff assessments for services rendered vessels using harbor facilities: Reads register of merchant vessels to verify tonnage, registry, and ship’s owner. 2. Calculates charges and types tariff form for service furnished, such as gallons of water and kilowatts of electricity used during vessel’s stay in …

Service-Unit Operator, Oil Well Job

1. Operates equipment to increase oil flow from producing wells, or to remove stuck pipe, casing, tools, or other obstructions from drilling wells, using specialized subsurface tools and instruments: Directs SAMPLE-TAKER OPERATOR to assemble and connect pipe and hydraulic lines of flushing equipment to wellhead. 2. Starts pumps which circulate …

Set Decorator Job

1. Selects decorations and coordinates activities of workers who decorate sets for motion picture or television production: Reads script to determine decoration requirements. 2. Selects furniture, draperies, pictures, lamps, and rugs for decorative quality and appearance on film. 3. Gives directions to GRIP in placing items on set. 4. Examines …

Service Supervisor I Job

1. Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in installing, adjusting, testing, and removing gas meters, regulators, and appliances on customers’ premises, and in resolving customers’ complaints. 2. Performs duties as described under SUPERVISOR Master Title. 3. May be designated according to type of installation or service as Industrial-Gas-Servicer Supervisor.

Service Supervisor Ii Job

1. Supervises and coordinates activities of TROUBLE SHOOTER II and VOLTAGE TESTER engaged in testing electric power distribution lines for overloads and voltage and current fluctuations, in installing service drops from poles to customers’ premises, and in repairing regulators, switchgears, and line installations. 2. Trains workers in job duties. 3. …

Service Restorer, Emergency Job

1. Restores street railway service after power failures, accidents, and equipment breakdowns, working as member of crew: Drives truck equipped with tools and materials to job site. 2. Diagnoses cause of difficulty to facilitate restoration of service. 3. Repairs or replaces parts or materials, such as trolley wire, insulators, conductor-bar …

Service Clerk Job

1. Receives, records, and distributes work orders to service crews upon customers’ requests for service on articles or utilities purchased from wholesale or retail establishment or utility company: Records information, such as name, address, article to be repaired, or service to be rendered. 2. Prepares work order and distributes to …

Service Mechanic Job

1. Services, repairs, and installs accessories and metal sections on new and used metal trailers: Examines work and tests, adjusts, and repairs wheel alignments, bearings, lights, and brake assemblies of new trailers. 2. Installs, adjusts, and services motor-cooling systems in refrigerated trailers. 3. Replaces and repairs worn and defective parts. …

Service Mechanic, Compressed-Gas Equipment Job

1. Inspects, tests, repairs, and installs equipment, such as liquid gas converters and compressors in field installations to supply compressed gas for industrial and therapeutic use: Dismantles, tests, and analyzes malfunctioning equipment, using blueprints, manuals, handtools, and power tools, and tests apparatus to locate defects. 2. Tests, repairs, and adjusts …

Service Observer Job

1. Monitors telephone conversations or telegraph messages between operators, business office employees, and subscribers to observe employees’ demeanor, technical accuracy, and conformity to company policies. 2. Plugs headphones into switchboard, listens to conversations, and records errors. 3. Submits lists of errors to supervisors for remedial action.

Service Observer, Chief Job

1. Supervises and coordinates activities of group of SERVICE OBSERVERS in telegraph office. 2. Performs duties as described under SUPERVISOR Master Title.

Service Representative Job

1. Discontinues or connects service to consumer’s establishment, following written or oral instructions: Locates curb cock at customer’s establishment and turns valve to shut off or to permit flow of gas or water, using handtools. 2. Records meter readings.

Service Representative, Elevators, Escalators, And Dumbwaiters Job

1. Sells maintenance service and engineering improvements for elevators, escalators, and dumbwaiters, applying knowledge of mechanical engineering: Compiles list of prospective customers and schedules contacts according to sales potential and geographical location. 2. Explains type of service available and quotes cost of servicing equipment, explains tasks performed to achieve maximum …

Separator Tender Ii Job

1. Tends reels or shakers that separate and remove bran, gluten, or other insolubles from starch suspension: Starts reels or shakers. 2. Turns valves to admit and regulate flow of liquid suspension to separators. 3. Starts conveyor that carries off insolubles separated from suspension. 4. Tests specific gravity of liquid …

Septic-Tank Installer Job

1. Operates back-hoe to dig trenches for installation of septic tanks and drain lines for sewage disposal system: Reads blueprints to determine location of septic tank and drainpipes. 2. Operates back-hoe to dig and refill trenches for septic tank and tile drainpipes and to transfer crushed rock or gravel to …

Sequencing-Machine Operator Job

1. Sets up and operates sequencing machine to insert electronic components in programmed sequence onto paper tape for use in machine insertion of components onto printed circuit boards: Reads instructions to determine sequence, quantity, and types of components required. 2. Mounts supply reels of components on spindles and threads component …

Sequins Stringer Job

1. Strings plastic sequins on thread for use as decoration on wearing apparel: Doubles length of thread and hooks it onto cut near end of needle loaded with sequins. 2. Slides sequins from needle onto doubled thread. 3. Cuts off excess thread. 4. Pulls one strand of thread from sequins …

Serging-Machine Operator, Automatic Job

1. Tends machine that automatically binds edges of articles with serging stitch to reinforce edges, prevent raveling, or give finished appearance. 2. May tend machine with blade attachment to trim raw edges. 3. Performs duties as described under SEWING-MACHINE OPERATOR, AUTOMATIC Master Title.

Service Attendant, Sleeping Car Job

1. Performs variety of personal services for railroad patrons: Carries hand baggage to station platform from seat. 2. Makes berths. 3. Supplies towels to washroom. 4. Furnishes patrons with light lunches, drinks, card tables, or other articles they may request. 5. When only one sleeping car is in train, may …

Separator Operator, Shellfish Meats Job

1. Tends machine that separates shell particles and sand from shellfish meats, by water and air agitation, preparatory to blanching and canning or freezing: Turns valves to admit water and air to separator vat as shelled meats are dumped into it from peeling machine or by another worker. 2. Adjusts …