Job Descriptions

Microelectronics Technician Job

1. Operates variety of semiconductor processing, testing, and assembly equipment to assist engineering staff in development and fabrication of prototype, custom-designed, electronic circuitry chips in research laboratory, using knowledge of microelectronic processing equipment, procedures, and specifications: Operates equipment to convert integrated circuit layout designs into working photo masks; clean, coat, …





Microfiche Duplicator Job

1. Prepares microfiche duplicates of microfilm, using contact printer and developing machine: Cuts roll of exposed microfilm to specified lengths, using paper cutter. 2. Aligns film strips in lighted vacuum box and tapes strips together to assemble master print. 3. Inserts master print and sensitized paper into vacuum frame of …

Microcomputer Support Specialist Job

1. Installs, modifies, and makes minor repairs to microcomputer hardware and software systems and provides technical assistance and training to system users: Inspects microcomputer equipment and reads order sheet listing user requirements to prepare microcomputer for delivery. 2. Installs or assists service personnel in installation of hardware and peripheral components, …

Microbiologist Job

1. Studies growth, structure, development, and general characteristics of bacteria and other micro-organisms: Isolates and makes cultures of significant bacteria or other micro-organisms in prescribed or standard inhibitory media, controlling factors, such as moisture, aeration, temperature, and nutrition. 2. Identifies micro-organisms by microscopic examination of physiological, morphological, and cultural characteristics. …

Microbiology Technologist Job

1. Cultivates, isolates, and assists in identifying bacteria and other microbial organisms, and performs various bacteriological, mycological, virological, mycobacteriological, and parasitological tests: Receives human or animal body materials from autopsy or diagnostic cases, or collects specimens directly from patients, under supervision of laboratory director. 2. Examines materials for evidence of …

Mica-Washer Gluer Job

1. Builds up mica washers for use as electrical insulators: Dumps washers into tumbler equipped with series of upright spindles onto which washers fall as tumbler spins. 2. Removes spindles filled with washers, dips spindles into binding solution, and places spindles coated with binding solution into drying oven or ignites …

Mica Splitter Job

1. Splits mica to sheets of specified dimensions and trims defects from mica sheets, using knife: Measures thickness of mica sheets, using dial or caliper-type micrometer, to determine amount of mica to remove. 2. Locates cleavage plane in mica and inserts point of knife between layers. 3. Peels layers of …

Mica-Laminating-Machine Feeder Job

1. Performs following tasks in rotation with other workers to laminate continuous sheet of built-up mica splittings to fiberglass cloth: Places roll of built-up mica, backed with fiberglass cloth, on shaft at feed end of conveyor and feeds roll onto conveyor. 2. Visually inspects built-up mica sheet for thin spots …

Mica-Plate Layer Job

1. Tends machine that forms plates of built-up mica: Turns knob on control panel to set oven temperatures according to specifications. 2. Dumps mica splittings into machine hopper and fills supply tanks with binding solution. 3. Starts machine that distributes mica splittings on conveyor, sprays splittings with binding solution, and …

Mica-Plate Layer, Hand Job

1. Applies mica splittings to paper or fiberglass cloth to produce mica sheet: Places precut sheet of paper or piece of fiberglass cloth on table and places mica splittings over entire surface so that pieces of mica overlap each other. 2. Brushes silicone varnish over surface, using paint brush, and …

Mica Inspector Job

1. Inspects articles formed from mica for defects, such as spots, streaks, scratches, and cracks: Spreads articles over illuminated table and scans them for defects, or places articles on bed of microscope, using tweezers or pneumatic lifting device, and examines articles through microscope to detect defects not visible to naked …

Mica Patcher Job

1. Examines continuous sheet of built-up mica for thin spots and foreign matter as mica emerges from oven onto inspection table: Patches thin spots, using mica splittings and picks out foreign matter. 2. Removes lengths of built-up mica from delivery end of machine and stacks mica on table.

Mica Sizer Job

1. Splits built-up mica washer rods into washers of specified thickness, using rod splitter: Positions built-up mica washer rod on work surface and pulls lever to press rod against sharp edged cutting blade to cut off washers of specified thickness.

Metrologist Job

1. Develops and evaluates calibration systems that measure characteristics of objects, substances, or phenomena, such as length, mass, time, temperature, electric current, luminous intensity, and derived units of physical or chemical measure: Identifies magnitude of error sources contributing to uncertainty of results to determine reliability of measurement process in quantitative …

Mexican Food Maker, Hand Job

1. Performs any combination of following tasks concerned with preparing and packaging Mexican ready-to-serve or frozen foods: Places portions of cooked foods on tortilla. 2. Rolls or folds tortilla over seasoned ground meat, bean, or cheese mixture to form Mexican food item. 3. May garnish food with cheese, peppers, olives, …

Mexican-Food-Machine Tender Job

1. Tends machine that automatically dispenses cheese onto tortillas to form enchiladas or ground meat onto taco shells to form tacos: Fills vat with meat or cheese mixture and turns control knobs to regulate flow of filling through dispenser mechanism. 2. Presses button to convey tortillas or taco shells under …

Meter Repairer Job

1. Disassembles, cleans, adjusts, repairs, and tests oil, gas, and water meters, using handtools and testing equipment: Connects meter to testing apparatus. 2. Turns valve to permit specified quantity of oil, gas, or water to pass through meter under varying pressure to test meter for leaks and accuracy of recording. …

Meter-Repairer Helper Job

1. Assists METER REPAIRER in installing, adjusting, and repairing volumetrical gas, oil, or water meters: Disconnects meters with wrench and loads meters in truck. 2. Disassembles meters, using handtools. 3. Cleans parts, using solvents and wiping rags. 4. Replaces defective parts and reassembles meters, using handtools. 5. Connects meters to …

Meter Reader, Chief Job

1. Supervises and coordinates activities of METER READERS: Verifies rates and addresses of new service accounts. 2. Reviews reports and notifies authorities of attempted diversions, defective meters, and other irregularities. 3. Investigates customer complaints concerning METER READERS. 4. Performs duties as described under SUPERVISOR Master Title.

Meteorologist Job

1. Analyzes and interprets meteorological data gathered by surface and upper-air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other users: Studies and interprets synoptic reports, maps, photographs, and prognostic charts to predict long and short range weather conditions. 2. Operates computer graphic equipment to produce …

Meter Inspector Job

1. Tests accuracy of gas flowmeters, using testing apparatus: Inserts measuring orifice disk between flanged ends of two metal pipe sections and connects pipe sections with bolts and nuts. 2. Fastens one end of pipe to gas main leaving flowmeter and attaches rubber hose to free end of pipe to …

Meter Reader Job

1. Reads electric, gas, water, or steam consumption meters and records volume used by residential and commercial consumers: Walks or drives truck over established route and takes readings of meter dials. 2. Inspects meters and connections for defects, damage, and unauthorized connections. 3. Indicates irregularities on forms for necessary action …

Metal-Spraying-Machine Operator, Automatic Ii Job

1. Tends automatic or semiautomatic metal spraying machine that bonds protective or decorative coatings to metal objects, such as clutch plates and valves, on production basis: Loads objects on conveyor or places them in fixture. 2. Sets controls on panel to regulate such functions as conveyor speed, rate of wire …

Metal-Washing-Machine Operator Job

1. Tends machine that washes, rustproofs, and dries metal parts used in air-conditioners: Turns valves to activate spray washers. 2. Reads dial instruments and turns valves to adjust pressure. 3. Observes machine operation and loads conveyor line hooks with parts which are then degreased, rinsed, coated with rustproof film, and …

Meteorological-Equipment Repairer Job

1. Installs, maintains, and repairs electronic, mercurial, aneroid, and other types of weather-station equipment, using handtools and electronic testing instruments: Tests meteorological instruments for compliance with printed specifications and schematic diagrams, using voltmeters, oscilloscopes, tube testers, and other test instruments. 2. Replaces defective parts, using handtools and soldering iron. 3. …