AI Assistant for Fence Erectors

Erect and repair fences and fence gates, using hand and power tools.

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Core Responsibilities

  • 1Establish the location for a fence, and gather information needed to ensure that there are no electric cables or water lines in the area.(Core task)
  • 2Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.(Core task)
  • 3Measure and lay out fence lines and mark posthole positions, following instructions, drawings, or specifications.(Core task)
  • 4Align posts, by lines or sighting, and verify vertical alignment of posts, using plumb bobs or spirit levels.(Core task)
  • 5Attach rails or tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.(Core task)
  • 6Dig postholes, using spades, posthole diggers, or power-driven augers.(Core task)
  • 7Attach fence rail supports to posts, using hammers and pliers.(Core task)
  • 8Assemble gates, and fasten gates into position, using hand tools.(Core task)
  • 9Mix and pour concrete around bases of posts, or tamp soil into postholes to embed posts.(Core task)
  • 10Make rails for fences, by sawing lumber or by cutting metal tubing to required lengths.(Core task)

Top Skills Required

Active Listening
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Coordination
Time Management
Operations Monitoring
Operation and Control
Judgment and Decision Making
Social Perceptiveness

Knowledge Areas

Customer and Personal ServiceBuilding and ConstructionTransportationAdministration and ManagementDesignMathematicsEnglish LanguageEducation and Training

Technology & Tools Used

In-Demand Technologies

Autodesk AutoCADFacebookMicrosoft Excel

Other Tools

Cutlist Plus fxMaxwell Systems American ContractorSoftware Design Associates Computer Fencing System CFS

Daily Work Activities

Controlling Machines and Processes
Performing General Physical Activities
Getting Information
Handling and Moving Objects
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

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