Shoe Repairer

Who May Apply: US Citizens

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Shoe Repairer~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common shoe repairs utilizing machines and/or hand tools. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision
• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)
• Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
• Knowledge of Materials
• Measurement and Layout
• Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)

• PHYSICAL EFFORT The work involves continuous standing at the various machines in order to repair items. Physical exertion is exercised when pulling off heels and hammering in nails by hand. Work does not normally require lifting of items over 30 pounds. Infrequent lifting of supplies weighing over 50 pounds.
• WORKING CONDITIONS The duties are performed in an area that is well lit and heated. Subject to the danger of cuts, bruises, scratches, or other injuries from use of machines/hand tools. Exposed to machinery noise, dust and vapors from solvents and adhesives used in repair and fabrication work. Required to wear necessary safety equipment, e.g. glasses, gloves.