Will “Shipwright Helper” be Automated?

Core Skills & Abilities

• Secure stakes to grids for constructions of footings, nail scabs to footing forms, and vibrate and float concrete.

• Drill holes in timbers or lumber.

• Construct forms and assist in raising them to the required elevation.

• Erect scaffolding, shoring, or braces.

• Smooth or sand surfaces to remove ridges, tool marks, glue, or caulking.

• Cut timbers, lumber, or paneling to specified dimensions.

• Perform tie spacing layout and measure, mark, drill or cut.

• Align, straighten, plumb, or square forms for installation.

• Cover surfaces with laminated plastic covering material.

• Cut tile or linoleum to fit and spread adhesives on flooring for installation.

• Glue and clamp edges or joints of assembled parts.

• Clean work areas, machines, or equipment, to maintain a clean and safe job site.

• Select tools, equipment, or materials from storage and transport items to work site.

• Hold plumb bobs, sighting rods, or other equipment to aid in establishing reference points and lines.

• Position and hold timbers, lumber, or paneling in place for fastening or cutting.

• Fasten timbers or lumber with glue, screws, pegs, or nails and install hardware.

• Install handrails under the direction of a carpenter.

• Cut and install insulating or sound-absorbing material.