Job Descriptions






Edging-Machine Setter Job
1. Sets up and adjusts machines that grind and polish edges of glass used in manufacture of mirrors: Turns handwheels to loosen spindle assemblies of horizontal edging machines and turns calibrated gauges and levers to move specified grinding, smoothing, and polishing wheels into processing position and to set spacing between …

Editor, Book Job
1. Secures, selects, and coordinates publication of manuscripts in book form: Reviews submitted manuscript, determines demand based on consumer trends and personal knowledge, and makes recommendations regarding procurement and revision. 2. Confers with author and publisher to arrange purchase and details, such as publication date, royalties, and number of copies …

Edger, Touch-Up Job
1. Removes imperfections, found by inspector, such as scratches and chips, from mirror edges, using grinding wheel. 2. Examines and feels edge of mirror to determine if defects have been removed. 3. Wipes mirror with gloved hand to remove inspector’s mark.

Edge Stripper Job
1. Glues strips of printed paper trim onto box edges: Lays paper edging strips on table, printed side down, and brushes on paste or glue. 2. Aligns strip on edge of box so that edge bisects strip, smooths strip down on either side of edge, folds strip at corners, and …

Edge Trimmer Job
1. Tends machine that trims sole and heel edges of lasted shoes to remove excess material and to impart finished appearance: Positions and guides edges against revolving cutter to trim them. 2. May replace cutters or guides, using handtools. 3. May sharpen cutters.

Edge-Banding-Machine Offbearer Job
1. Off bears machine that glues veneer bands to edges of case tops, tabletops, and plywood panels. 2. Stacks banded stock on pallet for movement to storage or further processing.

Edge-Glue-Machine Tender Job
1. Tends machine that automatically presses glue-coated edges of veneer strips together to form continuous sheet and clips sheets to specified widths: Turns dials and pushes levers to adjust tension of pressure rollers and speed of feed belts. 2. Sets trip lever on clipping unit of machine for width of …

Edger, Automatic Job
1. Operates multiple-blade sawing machine and conveyor system from panelboard to straighten edges of rough lumber and saw lumber into boards of prescribed widths: Starts conveyor to move lumber and scans board as it passes to determine cut that will produce highest quality and grade. 2. Presses panel buttons to …

Edger, Hand Job
1. Pencil edges seam or smooths edges of rectangular or pattern glass, using grinding wheel: Installs grinding wheels on spindle of machine according to width of glass or mirror edge, using wrench. 2. Starts flow of coolant onto grinding wheel. 3. Holds and turns edge of glass or mirror against …

Edge Burnisher, Uppers Job
1. Tends machine that rolls and presses edges of shoe uppers to smooth and finish edges: Positions edge of shoe upper against guides and under heated burnishing iron. 2. Presses lever to start machine, and guides edge under iron and edge-rolling wheel to roll and press edge of upper.

Edge Grinder Job
1. Tends machine that squares and smooths edges of plastic floor tile: Adjusts guide shoes for squareness, using wrenches and tile gauge. 2. Places stack of tile on table of machine. 3. Taps edges with mallet to align tile edges against guide shoes. 4. Presses buttons to engage guide shoes …

Edge Roller Job
1. Installs and pads first covering on upholstered pieces, such as armrests and chair seats not equipped with springs, to prepare piece for final covering. 2. Spreads cotton, kapok, or moss padding evenly over part. 3. Draws and tacks covering of canvas, burlap, or denim tightly over padding, using upholstery …

Edge Stainer I Job
1. Tends machine that applies decorative ink stain to edges of leather articles, such as coin purses and wallets: Fills reservoir of staining device and turns knob to activate flow of stain into nozzle. 2. Places edge of article against nozzle and moves edge along nozzle for application of stain. …

Edge Stainer Ii Job
1. Stains edges of leather articles, such as wallets and key cases, using either of following methods: Fills reservoir of spray gun or roller device with color of stain specified on work ticket. 2. Presses button to activate blower that removes spray mist and fumes from spray booth. 3. Positions …

Economist Job
1. Plans, designs, and conducts research to aid in interpretation of economic relationships and in solution of problems arising from production and distribution of goods and services: Studies economic and statistical data in area of specialization, such as finance, labor, or agriculture. 2. Devises methods and procedures for collecting and …

Eddy-Current Inspector Job
1. Inspects stainless steel tubes for conformance to customer specifications, using eddy current testing equipment: Reads work order to determine tube tolerance specifications required by customer and type of electric inspection coil to use for tube inspecting. 2. Positions and secures specified inspection coil in coil holder, and turns cranks …

Edge Bander, Hand Job
1. Glues veneer bands to edges of case tops and tabletops by hand: Applies glue to veneer strips or edges of top with roller or brush and positions strips on edges. 2. Places top in clamp and closes clamp to hold veneer strips against edges of top until glue is …

Edge Bander, Machine Job
1. Tends machine that glues veneer bands to edges of case tops, tabletops, and plywood panels, using either of following methods: Pours glue in reservoir of banding machine. 2. Places stack of veneer strips in feed chutes. 3. Adjusts conveyor and trimming saws to width and thickness of panels or …

Echocardiograph Technician Job
1. Produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings and Doppler flow analyses of heart and related structures, using ultrasound equipment, for use by physician in diagnosis of heart disease and study of heart: Explains procedures to patient to obtain cooperation and reduce anxieties of patient. 2. Attaches electrodes to patient’s chest to monitor …

Dynamometer Tester, Engine Job
1. Tests completed motor vehicle engines prior to mounting in chassis, using conventional or computerized dynamometer, and adjusts and repairs engines to ensure performance conforms to specifications: Lifts engine onto stand, using hoist, and aligns and bolts engine in place. 2. Bolts coupling to dynamometer and engine shaft and attaches …

Ear-Mold Laboratory Technician Job
1. Makes wax pattern of ear and molds plastic impression of ear for use in hearing aids, using handtools, grinder, and polishing wheels: Forms red designing wax into shape of ear, using spatulas, brushes, and gas burner. 2. Mixes ingredients to make plaster and pours it over wax pattern to …

Ear-Muff Assembler Job
1. Assembles ear muffs by inserting wire loops of adjustable metal headband into presewn fur or fabric ear covers, selected according to color and material specifications.

Earring Maker Job
1. Assembles pearl earrings according to designs or instructions: Winds wire-threaded pearls, by hand, around metal-looped earring blanks. 2. Cuts end of wire thread with cutter. 3. Fastens pearls on loops by twisting wire with pliers. 4. May paste loops of pearls and single pearls to facing of other loop …

Earth-Boring-Machine Operator Job
1. Operates earth-boring machine, mounted on truck or tractor, to dig holes for poles or posts: Sets auger of specified size into drill spindle, using bolts or pins. 2. Starts drilling engine and moves levers to regulate rate of speed and depth of penetration of auger. 3. May drive truck …