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63220.02 – Shoe repairers

Shoe repairers mend footwear.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Shoe repairer

Core competencies

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving to customize repair techniques to meet the specific needs of each shoe repair, including determining creative solutions to unusual damage
  • Management of Material Resources to ensure the correct types and grades of materials are restocked when low or special ordered, in order to preserve the appearance and durability of shoes
  • Finger Dexterity to repair soles, heels and other parts of footwear using sewing, buffing and other shoe repair machines, materials and equipment
  • Arm-Hand Steadiness to restitch ripped portions and sew patches over shoe uppers by hand or machine
  • Attention to Detail to maintain or restore the original appearance of shoes, including colour matching dye or patterns
  • Knowledge in Client Service to ensure customers are satisfied with repairs and the overall experience, leading to repeat business and positive referrals

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Repair soles, heels and other parts of footwear using sewing, buffing and other shoe repair machines, materials and equipment
  • Repair belts, luggage, purses and similar products
  • Estimate footwear repair costs and take payment.

Additional information

  • Shoe repairers may progress to shoemakers with experience.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

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NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

6 – Sales and service occupations

TEER

3 – Occupations usually require a college diploma or apprenticeship training of less than two years; or more than six months of on-the-job training

Major group

63 – Occupations in sales and services

Sub-major group

632 – Occupations in services

Minor group

6322 – Shoe repairers, shoemakers and upholsterers

Unit group

63220 – Shoe repairers and shoemakers

Occupational profile

63220.02 – Shoe repairers

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