Assembles and installs rigging and control assemblies and systems that actuate aircraft structures, such as rudder, elevator, canopy, and wing surfaces, according to specifications, using handtools, power tools, and equipment

reads and interprets blueprints, production illustrations, and other specifications to determine... [+] More

Assembles and installs rigging and control assemblies and systems that actuate aircraft structures, such as rudder, elevator, canopy, and wing surfaces, according to specifications, using handtools, power tools, and equipment

reads and interprets blueprints, production illustrations, and other specifications to determine location, identity, and relationship of parts. Assembles, hangs, connects, and installs rigging and control assemblies and systems, including cables, cylinders, components of ailerons and flaps, pulleys, mountings, and brackets, working from established station lines and index points, using templates, jigs, fixtures, handtools, and power tools. Sets, adjusts, and synchronizes rigging and control system components to established tolerances and requirements. Verifies specified tension of cables, using tensionmeter. Operates rigging and control systems to determine functional performance, and reworks or adjusts system components accordingly. May install mechanical linkages and actuators. [-] Less

Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in wiring and repairing antenna systems for radio communications and radio and television broadcasting. Performs duties as described under supervisor. May supervise workers engaged in operation and repair of radio transmitters.

Erects equipment for aerial and acrobatic acts in shows, such as circus, variety show, and carnivals, working as member of crew

drills holes in floor of stage or platform, using electric drill, and fastens metal floor plates to hold vertical steel... [+] More

Erects equipment for aerial and acrobatic acts in shows, such as circus, variety show, and carnivals, working as member of crew

drills holes in floor of stage or platform, using electric drill, and fastens metal floor plates to hold vertical steel rods. Screws steel rods to holding plates and stretches wire or rope between rods, using handtools. Climbs ladder to attach ropes, swinging trapeze, and other rigging to ceiling area. Fastens rigging and pulleys to hooks or poles in ceiling. Erects net under aerial and highwire acts for safety of performers. Lowers and raises trapezes and nets during performance. [-] Less

Installs rigging to raise, lower, or support equipment, such as scenery, lighting equipment, ladders, and nets for theatrical performances on stage or television studio

climbs ladders, poles, or scaffolding to determine position for rigging and connects, hangs, or attaches cables, ropes,... [+] More

Installs rigging to raise, lower, or support equipment, such as scenery, lighting equipment, ladders, and nets for theatrical performances on stage or television studio

climbs ladders, poles, or scaffolding to determine position for rigging and connects, hangs, or attaches cables, ropes, and blocks (pulley) across loft area of stage. Tests rigging to ensure that it is workable. Erects high ladders for acrobatic performances by connecting successive short lengths of ladder to top of erected portion, using clamps, wrenches, and hammers. Installs motors used to move curtains and track on which scenery and curtains move, using handtools and power tools. [-] Less

Fabricates, installs, and repairs rigging and weight-handling gear on ships, and attaches hoists and pulling gear to rigging to lift, move, and position machinery, equipment, structural parts, and other heavy loads aboard ship.

Forms slings and towing bridles by looping and... [+] More

Fabricates, installs, and repairs rigging and weight-handling gear on ships, and attaches hoists and pulling gear to rigging to lift, move, and position machinery, equipment, structural parts, and other heavy loads aboard ship.

Forms slings and towing bridles by looping and splicing cable or by crimping metal sleeve around cable end and body of cable, using crimping tool. Splices and ties rope to form nets, ladders, and other rigging. Installs hooks, swivels, and turnbuckles in rigging. Reeves lines through blocks and pulleys. Sews canvas or leather covers on rigging at friction points, using sail twine and sailmaker's palm and needle. Selects and attaches gear, braces, and cushions, according to weight and distribution of load, availability of hoisting machinery, and presence of obstacles, such as ship's structural members and jutting buildings, that might interfere with maneuverability of incorrectly rigged hoisting gear. Signals workers operating cranes or other equipment to move load. Installs beam clamps, pad eyes, gallows frames, and other supporting structures for rigging gear. Controls movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or in confined spaces, using jacks, pulley blocks, chainfalls, and rollers. Lays out and handles lines, snubs lines on cleats or bollards, or hauls in lines with capstans to assist shipwright in ship dry-docking operations. Installs or repairs ship's rigging, such as mast or antenna rigs, small boat handling gear, and winch or windlass rigging. Installs masts, booms, yardarms, and gaffs, working aloft as required. Rigs and hangs scaffolds and stages that require blocks and pulleys. [-] Less

Installs accessories in outboard or inboard motorboats

drills holes, attaches brackets, and installs accessories, such as lights, batteries, ignition switches, fuel tanks, and guide pulleys, using handtools and power tools. May change propellors and adjust motors to obtain maximum performance. May install outboard and inboard motors and controls, using handtools. May load boats on trailers and make deliveries to customers.

Folds parachutes according to specifications and packs chutes in bag

draws canopy of parachute from pack cover to its full length on surface of long bench. Straightens shrouds to eliminate coils or tangles. Folds canopy lengthwise on its seams, one segment... [+] More

Folds parachutes according to specifications and packs chutes in bag

draws canopy of parachute from pack cover to its full length on surface of long bench. Straightens shrouds to eliminate coils or tangles. Folds canopy lengthwise on its seams, one segment over another. Loops each shroud and forces it into retaining clip of pack cover. Folds canopy in fanfold arrangement and places in pack cover. Places pilot chute over parachute canopy, forces spring flat with hands, and secures it in place with release devices, such as ripcord, barometric pressure release, electromechanical release, or explosive charge. Inspects canopy, shroud, buckles, and harness straps for damage or wear. Must be licensed by federal aviation administration. May be designated master rigger when additionally qualified through experience to meet federal aviation administration requirements. [-] Less

Apprentices in rigging. Learns principles and techniques under direct supervision.

Carries blocks (pulleys) and cable to rigger, threads cables through blocks, and performs similar tasks while working as member of crew engaged in installing blocks, cables, and other rigging used in skidding logs.

Splices wire and nylon rope to fabricate items, such as halyards, outhaul assemblies, reef lines, lazy jacks, and lifelines

selects size and type of rope specified on work order and pulls rope through length meter to measure rope. Wraps masking tape... [+] More

Splices wire and nylon rope to fabricate items, such as halyards, outhaul assemblies, reef lines, lazy jacks, and lifelines

selects size and type of rope specified on work order and pulls rope through length meter to measure rope. Wraps masking tape around rope to mark points where rope is to be spliced and cuts rope, using soldering iron with rope cutting attachment. Wraps nylon thread around ends of rope or burns end of rope, using soldering iron, to seize ends and prevent fraying. Pushes marlinspike through rope to separate strands and passes fid through casing of rope to interweave strands and splice ropes to join unlike ropes into one continuous length or to form eyes for attaching hardware. Coils rope and ties end of rope around center of coil to secure rope for storage or transport. Threads lifeline rope through stanchions on boat decks and splices shackle to end of rope to install lifelines. [-] Less