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Stretching-Machine Operator

DOT Code: 580.685-058

Industry: tex. prod., nec

Tends machines that stretch nets and tighten knots by either of following methods: (1) Places end of net over straightening roller and threads net through tension rollers of machine. Turns crank to adjust tension of net. Observes net on trial run to determine tightness of knots. Unfolds and straightens net as net is drawn into machine. (2) Threads holding rods through meshes at each end of net. Places rod in channel of stationary block. Stretches net by hand and places second rod in channel of winch block. Starts electric winch to stretch net to specified tension. May tie and pack nets in cartons for shipment. May attach cork or lead lines on fishing nets. May be designated according to type of machine used as Depth-Stretching-Machine Operator (tex. prod., nec); Vertical-Stretching-Machine Operator (tex. prod., nec).

GOE: 06.04.05 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77