Precision Metal Trades Workers

Snapshot

Precision Metal Trades Workers fabricate, assemble, maintain and repair metal precision instruments.

Tasks

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

• assembling parts and subassemblies of precision instruments, locks, timepieces and firearms
• dismantling precision instruments, locks, timepieces and firearms, repairing and replacing defective parts, and reassembling articles using hand and power tools and specially designed machines
• inscribing letters, figures and designs on surfaces of jewellery, trophies and other ornamental items
• installing security systems, changing tumblers in locks, changing locks, cutting keys and opening locks by manipulation
• calibrating precision instruments using standard weights and measures, jigs and fixtures, and hand tools to adjust and align parts and small balancing weights
• making blades for circular, band and other power saws and repairing, setting and sharpening blades for hand and power saws
• testing circuits in electronic timepieces
• may estimate costs and prepare quotes for repairs

Job Titles

• Engraver
• Gunsmith
• Locksmith
• Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer
• Saw Maker and Repairer
• Watch and Clock Maker and Repairer