Ornamental-Metal Worker
Set up and operate machines to fabricate ornamental metal products.
Operates and controls barkers, saws, edgers, planers, trimmers, and chippers in sawmill to relieve other operators during rest and meal periods, emergencies, and vacations: Receives assignment to operate specific machine from SUPERVISOR, SAWMILL 669.130-026. Moves levers, turns handwheels, depresses pedals, and pushes console buttons to activate machines and to observe, rotate, and move logs and boards on conveyors and adjustable tables to shape boards for optimum market value. Changes cutting blades, adjusts machines, and clears machine jams, using handtools. Lubricates and cleans machine parts.
Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.
Helpful: You always keep an eye out for what other people need.
Ready for a Challenge: You jump into new projects with initiative and drive.
Nationally: $17,000 – $39,000
Main education level: High School
source: US Dept of Labor