Repair body or structure of aircraft according to specifications.

Reinstalls repaired or replacement parts.

Reads work orders, blueprints, and specifications or examines sample or damaged part or structure to determine repair or fabrication procedures and sequence of operations.

Locates and marks dimension and reference lines on defective or replacement part, using templates, scribes, compass, and steel rule.

Communicates with other workers to fit and align heavy parts or expedite processing of repair parts.

Cleans, strips, primes, and sands structural surfaces and materials prior to bonding.

Repairs or fabricates defective section or part, using metal fabricating machines, saws, brakes, shears, and grinders.

Removes or cuts out defective part or drills holes to gain access to internal defect or damage, using drill and punch.

Knowledge of materials, methods, and the appropriate tools to construct objects, structures, and buildings