Searching

Career Exploration

  1. Home

Model Makers, Wood

Also called: Craftsman, Model Maker, Sample Maker, Sample Worker

What they do:

Construct full-size and scale wooden precision models of products. Includes wood jig builders and loft workers.

On the job, you would:
  • Verify dimensions and contours of models during hand-forming processes, using templates and measuring devices.
  • Read blueprints, drawings, or written specifications, and consult with designers to determine sizes and shapes of patterns and required machine setups.
  • Set up, operate, and adjust a variety of woodworking machines such as bandsaws and planers to cut and shape sections, parts, and patterns, according to specifications.
On the job, you'll need:

Engineering and Technology

  • design
  • product and service development

Manufactured or Agricultural Goods

  • manufacture and distribution of products

Math and Science

  • arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics

Basic Skills

  • keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
  • listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions

Problem Solving

  • noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it

Hand and Finger Use

  • keep your arm or hand steady
  • put together small parts with your fingers

Verbal

  • listen and understand what people say
  • communicate by speaking

Ideas and Logic

  • notice when problems happen
  • order or arrange things

Attention

  • pay attention to something without being distracted

Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

  • Attention to Detail
  • Dependability
  • Self Control
  • Innovation
  • Adaptability/Flexibility
  • Analytical Thinking

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft Excel

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPoint

Computer aided design CAD software

  • Dassault Systemes CATIA
  • Siemens NX

Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Below Average.

New job opportunities are less likely in the future.

Median Annual Salary: $46,940

Education

High school diploma/GED or certificate after high school is usually needed.

Explore More