Machinist

Overview

Skilled machinist fabricates, assembles, maintains and repairs metal parts with precision.

Key Responsibilities

• blueprint reading
• machine operation
• multi‑axis control
• crane operation
• parts visualization

Tasks

-Use graphic instructions such as blueprints, sketches, models, or other visual aids. -Operate a variety of manual machining equipment including lathes, mills, and drill presses. -Coordinate the movement of more than one limb simultaneously (Example: operating the milling table vertically and horizontally). -Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and other lifting devices. -Remain in a standing position for extended periods of time. -Bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time. -Visualize parts or equipment that need to be made from rough sketches and oral instructions. -Learn job-related material primarily through oral instruction and observation. This learning takes place mainly in an on-the-job training setting.

Requirements

• machinist apprenticeship
• 1 year
• 3 years
• fine motor
• english
• precision

What You Bring

The Machinist must perform skilled level work in the fabrication, assembly, maintenance, and repair of a variety of metal parts and tools. Machinists must employ a high degree of accuracy and precision in performing work according to instructions and specifications. Assignments are received in the form of oral instructions, penciled layouts, blueprints, sketches, and by reference to worn or broken parts. Work methods and procedures are determined by the employee, but the work is subject to inspection during process and upon completion for quality and conformity with requirements. -Make fine, highly controlled muscular movements to adjust the position of a control mechanism (Examples: operating dials or pedals). -Experience: 1 year of experience as a skilled machinist and completion of a recognized machinist apprenticeship program, or three years of experience as a skilled machinist. Other combinations of experience and education that meet requirements may be substituted. -Controlled manipulations of small objects (Example: working with drills and micrometers). -Knowledge of: -Understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions in the English language.

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