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Cuts and trims edges of wire screening or fabric to specified dimensions, using hand shears and hone: Measures material to locate specified point of cut, using rule, scale, or pattern. Cuts material following line between parallel wires of weave or along edge of pattern. Inspects and hones cut edges to remove burrs and even tips of wires, using magnifying glass and hand hone. May hold workpieces in position for brazing. May clean or polish finished workpiece to remove tarnish, using specified cleaning solution or polishing wheel. May cut and trim wire screening, using scissors, power shears, power slitting machine, and grinding machine. May solder edges of screen of wire cloth to form seam and be designated Seamer.

Personality Traits


Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.

Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.

Independent: You enjoy flying solo and doing things your own way.

Salary and Education


How much does a Wire Screen and Fabric Shearer and Trimmer make?

Nationally: $18,000 – $38,000

Main education level: High School

source: US Dept of Labor


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