Fitter and Turners

What the job involves

• Studies drawings and specifications to determine suitable material, method and sequence of operations and machine settings
• Fits fabricated metal parts into products and assembles metal parts and sub-assemblies to produce machines and equipment
• Checks fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance and fit using precision measuring instruments
• Sets guides, stops and other controls on machining tools, sets up prescribed cutting and shaping tools and dies in machines and presses, and sets controls for textile machines
• Forms metal stock and castings to fine tolerance using machining tools to press, cut, grind, plane, bore and drill metal
• Cuts, threads, bends and installs hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines
• Diagnoses faults and performs operational maintenance of machines, and overhauls and repairs mechanical parts and fluid power equipment
• May erect machines and equipment on-site

Key values of workers in Fitter and Turners

• Working Conditions

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

• Relationships

  Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

• Achievement

  Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

• Recognition

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

• Independence

  Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

Top skills required for workers in Fitter and Turners

• Active Listening

  Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• Speaking

  Talking to others to convey information effectively.

• Critical Thinking

  Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

• Social Perceptiveness

  Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

• Monitoring

  Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.