394211 FURNITURE FINISHER
Applies finishes, such as stain, lacquer, paint, oil and varnish, to furniture, and polishes and waxes finished furniture surfaces.
Skill Level: 3
Specialisation: French Polisher
Indicative Skill Level:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
In New Zealand: NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
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Studying drawings, work orders and sample parts to determine specifications
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Determining tooling and machine requirements and sequence of operations
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Setting up woodworking machines and wood stock for correct cutting, planning, turning, shaping and sanding
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Operating machines to cut, plane, turn, shape and sand work pieces
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Removing old finishes by stripping with steel wool and glasspaper, and by applying solvents and paint strippers, and removing softened finishes by scraping
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Applying varnish, shellac, lacquer, stains and paint to surfaces and polishing and waxing finished surfaces
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Fitting and fastening frame pieces
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Mounting backing materials and subjects for framing