ISCO Specialization 7534.3.3 Motor Vehicle Upholsterer

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Motor Vehicle Upholsterer: Motor vehicle upholsterers create manufacturing templates, manufacture and assemble interior components for cars, buses, trucks etc. They use power tools, hand tools and shop equipment to prepare and fasten materials. They also inspect incoming materials and prepare the vehicle interior for trim items.

Essential Skills

  • Fasten Components
  • Wear Appropriate Protective Gear
  • Use Power Tools
  • Upholstery Tools
  • Use Technical Documentation
  • Carry Out Measurements Of Parts
  • Align Components
  • Read Engineering Drawings
  • Quality Standards
  • Troubleshoot
  • Apply Preliminary Treatment To Workpieces
  • Read Standard Blueprints
  • Apply Health And Safety Standards


Optional Skills

  • Install Transport Equipment Lighting
  • Install Car Electronics
  • Install Wall Coverings
  • Cut Fabrics
  • Identify Customer'S Needs
  • Inspect Quality Of Products
  • Provide Customized Upholstery
  • Perform Upholstery Repair
  • Use Manual Sewing Techniques
  • Upholster Transport Equipment'S Interior Pieces
  • Sew Textile-Based Articles
  • Sew Pieces Of Fabric
  • Install Automotive Electrical Equipment
  • Mechanics Of Motor Vehicles
  • Analyse The Need For Technical Resources
  • Install Transport Vehicle Interior Components
  • Keep Records Of Work Progress
  • Manufacture Fabric Furnishings
  • Install Floor Coverings


Alternative Names

  • Truck Upholstery Worker
  • Car Upholsterer
  • Lorry Trimmer
  • Motorcycle Trimmer
  • Car Upholstery Worker
  • Motorcycle Upholstery Worker
  • Truck Trimmer
  • Bus Trimmer
  • Lorry Upholstery Worker
  • Bus Upholstery Worker
  • Car Trimmer
  • Bus Upholsterer
  • Lorry Upholsterer
  • Coach Trimmer
  • Motorcycle Upholsterer
  • Truck Upholsterer
  • Coach Upholstery Worker


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