Fence Erectors
Fence erectors erect and repair fences and fence gates, using hand and power tools.
The titles for the role of fence erector jobs include Fence Builder, Fence Contractor, Fence Erector, Fence Installer, Fence Laborer, Fence Mechanic, Fence Technician (Fence Tech), Gate Technician (Gate Tech), Wood Fence Erector. Also, the daily tasks related to this job profile are establishing the location for a fence and gathering information needed to ensure that there are no electric cables or water lines in the area.
They can set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes, measure and lay out fence lines and mark posthole positions, follow instructions, drawings, or specifications, align posts, bylines, or sighting, and verify vertical alignment of posts using plumb bobs or spirit levels and attach rails or tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.
To be successful as a fence erector, one needs the ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects, trunk Strength, is the ability to coordinate two or more limbs, static strength, and arm-hand steadiness. Additionally, one must be comfortable in wearing safety and common protective equipment.
Qualifications
Every career requires an element of study and academic qualification, and there can be several study routes and pathways you can take. In following any academic pathway you will study subjects that contribute to the specialised knowledge required to achieve your career goals. These qualifications provide a future employer with the evidence that you have the desired knowledge, understanding and experience of their industry, so it’s important to consider the various types of qualifications available to you and to understand how they can boost your career and create opportunities for you.
- NSQF Level 3 Fitter-Fabrication
- NSQF Level 4 Maintenance Fitter-Mechanical
- ITI Course Fitter
Tasks
- Establish the location for a fence, and gather information needed to ensure that there are no electric cables or water lines in the area.
- Align posts, using lines or by sighting, and verify vertical alignment of posts, using plumb bobs or spirit levels.
- Measure and lay out fence lines and mark posthole positions, following instructions, drawings, or specifications.
- Dig postholes, using spades, posthole diggers, or power-driven augers.
- Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
- Discuss fencing needs with customers, and estimate and quote prices.
- Mix and pour concrete around bases of posts, or tamp soil into postholes to embed posts.
- Make rails for fences, by sawing lumber or by cutting metal tubing to required lengths.
- Nail top and bottom rails to fence posts, or insert them in slots on posts.
- Stretch wire, wire mesh, or chain link fencing between posts, and attach fencing to frames.
Progression Routes
READY FOR MORE?
Subscribe to our Premium package and you'll unlock a wealth of extra information about your favourite careers and gain access our library of immersive 360° VR careers experience.
As a Premium user you'll find out more about the day-to-day demands of any career, what you could earn and, importantly, receive expert advice on study routes, preparation expenses, and where & what to study to fulfil your potential.