Fabric Menders
Also called:
Seamstress, Mender, Sail Maker, Sail Repair Person
see titles from the Army or Navy.
Parachute Rigger; Shower/Laundry and Clothing Repair Specialist
Aircrew Survival Equipmentman; Aircrew Survival Equipmentman Basic
What they do:
Repair tears, holes, and other defects in fabrics, such as draperies, linens, parachutes, and tents.
On the job, you would:
- Measure and hem curtains, garments, and canvas coverings to size, using tape measures.
- Operate sewing machines to restitch defective seams, sew up holes, or replace components of fabric articles.
- Spread out articles or materials and examine them for holes, tears, worn areas, and other defects.
Business
- customer service
- management
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
- manufacture and distribution of products
Arts and Humanities
Education and Training
- teaching and course design
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Basic Skills
- thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
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Hand and Finger Use
- hold or move items with your hands
- keep your arm or hand steady
Controlled Movement
- use your arms and/or legs together while sitting, standing, or lying down
- quickly change the controls of a machine, car, truck or boat
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People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Attention to Detail
- Independence
- Integrity
- Dependability
- Initiative
- Innovation
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Examples of the technology used in this career will be available soon.
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high school diploma or
some college
usually needed
Get started on your career:
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New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
$27,020
per year, on average
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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In the Army:
Parachute Rigger; Shower/Laundry and Clothing Repair Specialist
