Model Makers, Wood
Construct full-size and scale wooden precision models of products. Includes wood jig builders and loft workers.
30 alternate job titles:
Aircraft Model Maker
Architectural Wood Model Maker
Builder
Building Craftsman
Craftsman
Jig Builder
Jig Maker
Last Model Maker
Loft Worker
Lofter
Model Builder
Model Maker
Product Craftsman
Product Development Carpenter
Production Craftsman
Production Wood Craftsman
Sample Builder
Sample Maker
Sample Worker
Ship and Boat Loft Worker
Special Craftsman
Technical Craftsman
Wood Carver
Wood Containing Jig Builder
Wood Craftsman
Wood Last Maker
Wood Model Builder
Wood Model Maker
Wood Window and Door Craftsman
Woodworking Craftsman
Salary Information
Model Makers, Wood: $51,850 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications. | General |
| Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements. | General |
| Exchange information with colleagues. | General |
| Operate cutting equipment. | General |
| Assemble wood products. | General |
| Shape surfaces or edges of wood workpieces. | General |
| Trim excess material from workpieces. | General |
| Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators. | General |
| Select production input materials. | General |
| Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information. | General |
| Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references. | General |
| Construct patterns, templates, or other work aids. | General |
| Record operational or production data. | General |
| Assemble machine tools, parts, or fixtures. | General |
| Distribute supplies to workers. | General |
| Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products. | General |
| Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications. | Communication |
| Build production molds. | Development |
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Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Dassault Systemes CATIA | Computer aided design CAD software |
| Siemens NX | Computer aided design CAD software |
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