Model Makers, Wood - 51-7031.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Construct full-size and scale wooden precision models of products. Includes wood jig builders and loft workers.

DOT Titles Included in this O*NET-SOC Code

  • Jig Builder
  • Loft Worker
  • Model Maker
  • Model Maker, Wood

Sample of Occupations in this SOC Family

Related Occupations

Tasks

  • Build jigs that can be used as guides for assembling oversized or special types of box shooks.
  • Construct wooden models, patterns, templates, full scale mock-ups, and molds for parts of products and production tools.
  • Fabricate work aids such as scrapers or templates.
  • Finish patterns or models with protective or decorative coatings such as shellac, lacquer, or wax.
  • Fit, fasten, and assemble wood parts together to form patterns, models, or sections, using glue, nails, dowels, bolts, screws, and other fasteners.
  • Issue patterns to designated machine operators.
  • Maintain pattern records for reference.
  • Mark identifying information on patterns, parts, and templates to indicate assembly methods and details.
  • Plan, lay out, and draw outlines of units, sectional patterns, or full-scale mock-ups of products.
  • Read blueprints, drawings, or written specifications, and consult with designers to determine sizes and shapes of patterns and required machine setups.
  • Select wooden stock, determine layouts, and mark layouts of parts on stock, using precision equipment such as scribers, squares, and protractors.
  • Set up, operate, and adjust a variety of woodworking machines such as bandsaws and planers to cut and shape sections, parts, and patterns, according to specifications.
  • Trim, smooth, and shape surfaces, and plane, shave, file, scrape, and sand models to attain specified shapes, using hand tools.
  • Verify dimensions and contours of models during hand-forming processes, using templates and measuring devices.

Detailed Work Activities

  • adjust production equipment/machinery setup
  • attach or mark identification onto products or containers
  • examine products or work to verify conformance to specifications
  • fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
  • lay out woodworking projects
  • maintain production or work records
  • measure and mark reference points or cutting lines on workpieces
  • monitor production machinery/equipment operation to detect problems
  • operate metal or plastic fabricating equipment/machinery
  • operate woodworking equipment/machinery
  • perform safety inspections in manufacturing or industrial setting
  • prepare building surfaces for paint, finishes, wallpaper, or adhesives
  • read blueprints
  • read specifications
  • read technical drawings
  • set up computer numerical control machines
  • set up production equipment or machinery
  • understand machine setup instructions
  • understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
  • use drafting or mechanical drawing techniques
  • use hand or power tools
  • use hand or power woodworking tools
  • use precision measuring tools or equipment