A Structures Assembler works with aircraft structural materials and is involved in the repair, installation, modification and inspection of these materials. Structures Assemblers assemble, fit and install aircraft skins, frames and structural parts. They assemble structures including sheet metal extrusion and composite structures and possess knowledge of assembly jigs and tools. Future structural assemblers will work with completed assemblies and will be systems integrators. Automatic assembly lines will be used with robotics for repetitive and difficult assembly tasks. Assemblers will need to have knowledge of automatic processes. This occupational standard lists all of the tasks which a Structures Assembler should be able to perform anywhere in Canada. However, different employers in various parts of the country may work in a more specialized area of the occupation.

The Structures Assembler is thoroughly familiar with safe work practices and the rules and regulations affecting his/her work and work place. The Structures Assembler is involved in the set-up and operation of tools and equipment as well as some semi-automatic processes. The Structures Assembler should possess a high level of manual dexterity and a strong interest in aircraft structural materials. He/she must be able to work with others cooperatively and follow directives precisely.

To qualify for certification with CAMC, the applicant must possess the necessary knowledge and skills and have successfully completed all thirty-four (34) specified mandatory tasks and five (5) or 20% of the sub-tasks within the logbook.

In addition, the applicant must have a minimum of twenty-four (24) months on the job experience in the occupation, based on full-time employment.

The tasks in the logbook were made as generic as possible to accommodate the largest amount of work environments and equipment/tools but do not necessarily cover all tasks performed by individuals.

The Evaluator plays a key role in the CAMC certification system by mentoring, witnessing and attesting to the applicant's successful completion of required tasks. The CAMC evaluator is an aviation practitioner with experience in the same occupation as the applicant seeking certification; who can attest that the applicant has accomplished the required mandatory tasks competently.

Evaluators are appointed by the Council based on recommendations by the applicant's employer. To nominate an individual for evaluator status, the employer must forward a formal letter of nomination to the CAMC Registrar, along with a completed Evaluator Data Form. A resume outlining the individual's background and experience in the occupation is also required. Individuals approved by the Council to act as evaluators receive a copy of the national occupational standard as well as a certificate and wallet card confirming their status as an evaluator.

The duties of the evaluator include:

• Supervising the applicant performing the task/subtask.
• Filling in the appropriate Evaluator Data Sheet in the logbook.
• Attesting that the applicant has completed each task/subtask in a satisfactory manner and in compliance with the current standards including:
• Meeting the appropriate knowledge requirements for the level of certification;
• Selecting and properly using the correct tools;
• Performing the task without supervision;
• Completing all necessary documentation.

Tasks Common to Most Structures Assemblers
(note that sub-tasks for each task are not shown below)