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CODE: 85705 Buy ONET/DOT: Download or CD-ROM
TITLE: Data Processing Equipment Repairers DEFINITION: Repair, maintain, and install computer hardware such as peripheral equipment and word processing systems. TASKS: 1. Replaces defective components and wiring. 2. Tests faulty equipment and applies knowledge of functional operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose cause of malfunction. 3. Tests electronic components and circuits to locate defects, using oscilloscopes, signal generators, ammeters, and voltmeters. 4. Aligns, adjusts, and calibrates equipment according to specifications. 5. Converses with equipment operators to ascertain problems with equipment before breakdown or cause of breakdown. 6. Adjusts mechanical parts, using hand tools and soldering iron. 7. Calibrates testing instruments. 8. Maintains records of repairs, calibrations, and tests. 9. Enters information into computer to copy program from one electronic component to another, or to draw, modify, or store schematics. KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge elements are ranked by importance. 100 Computers and Electronics Knowledge of electric circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming 71 Mechanical Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance 58 Telecommunications Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems 54 Mathematics Knowledge of numbers, their operations, and interrelationships including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications 50 Design Knowledge of design techniques, principles, tools and instruments involved in the production and use of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models 46 Engineering and Technology Knowledge of equipment, tools, mechanical devices, and their uses to produce motion, light, power, technology, and other applications 46 English Language Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar 42 Physics Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, and applications including air, water, material dynamics, light, atomic principles, heat, electric theory, earth formations, and meteorological and related natural phenomena 38 Customer and Personal Service Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services including needs assessment techniques, quality service standards, alternative delivery systems, and customer satisfaction evaluation techniques 38 Clerical Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing systems, filing and records management systems, stenography and transcription, forms design principles, and other office procedures and terminology 25 Communications and Media Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media 21 Public Safety and Security Knowledge of weaponry, public safety, and security operations, rules, regulations, precautions, prevention, and the protection of people, data, and property 13 Psychology Knowledge of human behavior and performance, mental processes, psychological research methods, and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders 13 Building and Construction Knowledge of materials, methods, and the appropriate tools to construct objects, structures, and buildings 13 Law, Government and Jurisprudence Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process 8 Production and Processing Knowledge of inputs, outputs, raw materials, waste, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing the manufacture and distribution of goods 8 Chemistry Knowledge of the composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods 4 Education and Training Knowledge of instructional methods and training techniques including curriculum design principles, learning theory, group and individual teaching techniques, design of individual development plans, and test design principles 4 Administration and Management Knowledge of principles and processes involved in business and organizational planning, coordination, and execution. This includes strategic planning, resource allocation, manpower modeling, leadership techniques, and production methods 4 Transportation Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including their relative costs, advantages, and limitations 4 Sociology and Anthropology Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, cultures, their history, migrations, ethnicity, and origins 4 Philosophy and Theology Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions, including their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, and practices, and their impact on human culture 4 Economics and Accounting Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data 4 Therapy and Counseling Knowledge of information and techniques needed to rehabilitate physical and mental ailments and to provide career guidance including alternative treatments, rehabilitation equipment and its proper use, and methods to evaluate treatment effects 4 Sales and Marketing Knowledge of principles and methods involved in showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategies and tactics, product demonstration and sales techniques, and sales control systems 4 Personnel and Human Resources Knowledge of policies and practices involved in personnel/human resource functions. This includes recruitment, selection, training, and promotion regulations and procedures; compensation and benefits packages; labor relations and negotiation strategies; and personnel information systems SKILLS: Skills elements are ranked by importance. 92 Repairing Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools 92 Testing Conducting tests to determine whether equipment, software, or procedures are operating as expected 88 Troubleshooting Determining what is causing an operating error and deciding what to do about it 83 Operation Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly 79 Problem Identification Identifying the nature of problems 79 Science Using scientific methods to solve problems 75 Equipment Maintenance Performing routine maintenance and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed 75 Installation Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications 71 Equipment Selection Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job 67 Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents 67 Product Inspection Inspecting and evaluating the quality of products 63 Solution Appraisal Observing and evaluating the outcomes of a problem solution to identify lessons learned or redirect efforts 58 Critical Thinking Using logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches 58 Operation and Control Controlling operations of equipment or systems 50 Information Gathering Knowing how to find information and identifying essential information 46 Active Listening Listening to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate 42 Systems Perception Determining when important changes have occurred in a system or are likely to occur 42 Identification of Key Causes Identifying the things that must be changed to achieve a goal 42 Information Organization Finding ways to structure or classify multiple pieces of information 38 Visioning Developing an image of how a system should work under ideal conditions 38 Speaking Talking to others to effectively convey information 33 Technology Design Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs 33 Mathematics Using mathematics to solve problems 33 Judgment and Decision Making Weighing the relative costs and benefits of a potential action 33 Monitoring Assessing how well one is doing when learning or doing something 33 Writing Communicating effectively with others in writing as indicated by the needs of the audience 33 Systems Evaluation Looking at many indicators of system performance, taking into account their accuracy 29 Programming Writing computer programs for various purposes 29 Active Learning Working with new material or information to grasp its implications 25 Idea Generation Generating a number of different approaches to problems 25 Identifying Downstream Consequences Determining the long-term outcomes of a change in operations 25 Operations Analysis Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design 21 Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions 21 Service Orientation Actively looking for ways to help people 21 Idea Evaluation Evaluating the likely success of an idea in relation to the demands of the situation 21 Implementation Planning Developing approaches for implementing an idea 17 Learning Strategies Using multiple approaches when learning or teaching new things 17 Synthesis/Reorganization Reorganizing information to get a better approach to problems or tasks 17 Management of Material Resources Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work 17 Time Management Managing one's own time and the time of others 13 Instructing Teaching others how to do something 8 Social Perceptiveness Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react the way they do 4 Persuasion Persuading others to approach things differently 4 Negotiation Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences 4 Management of Personnel Resources Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job 4 Management of Financial Resources Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures . ABILITIES: Abilities elements are ranked by importance. 83 Inductive Reasoning The ability to combine separate pieces of information, or specific answers to problems, to form general rules or conclusions. It includes coming up with a logical explanation for why a series of seemingly unrelated events occur together. 83 Near Vision The ability to see details of objects at a close range (within a few feet of the observer) 83 Problem Sensitivity The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. 79 Visual Color Discrimination The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness 79 Deductive Reasoning The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to come up with logical answers. It involves deciding if an answer makes sense. 79 Oral Comprehension The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences 79 Written Comprehension The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing 79 Information Ordering The ability to correctly follow a given rule or set of rules in order to arrange things or actions in a certain order. The things or actions can include numbers, letters, words, pictures, procedures, sentences, and mathematical or logical operations. 71 Finger Dexterity The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects 71 Visualization The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged 71 Control Precision The ability to quickly and repeatedly make precise adjustments in moving the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positions 71 Manual Dexterity The ability to quickly make coordinated movements of one hand, a hand together with its arm, or two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects 71 Arm-Hand Steadiness The ability to keep the hand and arm steady while making an arm movement or while holding the arm and hand in one position 67 Mathematical Reasoning The ability to understand and organize a problem and then to select a mathematical method or formula to solve the problem 67 Wrist-Finger Speed The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists 63 Hearing Sensitivity The ability to detect or tell the difference between sounds that vary over broad ranges of pitch and loudness 63 Oral Expression The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand 63 Speed of Closure The ability to quickly make sense of information that seems to be without meaning or organization. It involves quickly combining and organizing different pieces of information into a meaningful pattern 58 Selective Attention The ability to concentrate and not be distracted while performing a task over a period of time 58 Perceptual Speed The ability to quickly and accurately compare letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object 58 Number Facility The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly 58 Fluency of Ideas The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a given topic. It concerns the number of ideas produced and not the quality, correctness, or creativity of the ideas. 58 Written Expression The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand 58 Memorization The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures 54 Flexibility of Closure The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material 54 Response Orientation The ability to choose quickly and correctly between two or more movements in response to two or more signals (lights, sounds, pictures, etc.). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body parts 54 Reaction Time The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to one signal (sound, light, picture, etc.) when it appears 50 Sound Localization The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated 50 Extent Flexibility The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs 46 Speech Clarity The ability to speak clearly so that it is understandable to a listener 42 Trunk Strength The ability to use one's abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing 42 Speech Recognition The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person 42 Auditory Attention The ability to focus on a single source of auditory (hearing) information in the presence of other distracting sounds 38 Time Sharing The ability to efficiently shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources) 38 Explosive Strength The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object 38 Far Vision The ability to see details at a distance 38 Originality The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem 33 Depth Perception The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from the observer, or to judge the distance between an object and the observer 33 Category Flexibility The ability to produce many rules so that each rule tells how to group (or combine) a set of things in a different way. 33 Multilimb Coordination The ability to coordinate movements of two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the body is in motion 33 Spatial Orientation The ability to know one's location in relation to the environment, or to know where other objects are in relation to one's self 29 Peripheral Vision The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are focused forward 29 Static Strength The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects 21 Gross Body Coordination The ability to coordinate the movement of the arms, legs, and torso together in activities where the whole body is in motion 21 Glare Sensitivity The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting 21 Night Vision The ability to see under low light conditions 21 Gross Body Equilibrium The ability to keep or regain one's body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position 21 Stamina The ability to exert one's self physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath 21 Dynamic Strength The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue 21 Speed of Limb Movement The ability to quickly move the arms or legs 17 Dynamic Flexibility The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs 8 Rate Control The ability to time the adjustments of a movement or equipment control in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a continuously moving object or scene WORK ACTIVITIES: Work activities elements are ranked by importance. 92 Getting Information Needed to Do the Job Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. 92 Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material Inspecting or diagnosing equipment, structures, or materials to identify the causes of errors or other problems or defects. 92 Repairing and Maintaining Electrical Equipment Fixing, servicing, adjusting, regulating, calibrating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles. 92 Interacting With Computers Controlling computer functions by using programs, setting up functions, writing software, or otherwise communicating with computer systems. 88 Updating and Using Job-Relevant Knowledge Keeping up-to-date technically and knowing one's own jobs' and related jobs' functions. 79 Handling and Moving Objects Using one's own hands and arms in handling, installing, forming, positioning, and moving materials, or in manipulating things, including the use of keyboards. 75 Monitor Processes, Material, or Surroundings Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, often to detect problems or to find out when things are finished. 71 Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events Identifying information received by making estimates or categorizations, recognizing differences or similarities, or sensing changes in circumstances or events. 71 Evaluating Information Against Standards Evaluating information against a set of standards and verifying that it is correct. 67 Documenting or Recording Information Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in either written form or by electronic/magnetic recording. 58 Analyzing Data or Information Identifying underlying principles, reasons, or facts by breaking down information or data into separate parts. 58 Implementing Ideas or Programs Conducting or carrying out work procedures and activities in accord with one's own ideas or information provided through directions/instructions for purposes of installing, modifying, preparing, delivering, constructing, integrating, finishing, or completing programs, systems, structures, or products. 58 Making Decisions and Solving Problems Combining, evaluating, and reasoning with information and data to make decisions and solve problems. These processes involve making decisions about the relative importance of information and choosing the best solution. 58 Judging Qualities of Things, Services, or People Making judgments about or assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. 58 Performing General Physical Activities Performing physical activities that require moving one's whole body, such as in climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, where the activities often also require considerable use of the arms and legs, such as in the physical handling of materials. 50 Interpreting Meaning of Information to Others Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be understood or used to support responses or feedback to others. 46 Communicating With Other Workers Providing information to supervisors, fellow workers, and subordinates. This information can be exchanged face-to-face, in writing, or via telephone/electronic transfer. 46 Estimating Needed Characteristics Estimating the Characteristics of Materials, Products, Events, or Information: Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities, or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. 42 Controlling Machines and Processes Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). 42 Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Developing plans to accomplish work, and prioritizing and organizing one's own work. 42 Processing Information Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, verifying, or processing information or data. 38 Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment Fixing, servicing, aligning, setting up, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. 38 Establishing and Maintaining Relationships Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others. 38 Providing Consultation and Advice to Others Providing consultation and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-related, or process related topics. 38 Performing Administrative Activities Approving requests, handling paperwork, and performing day-to-day administrative tasks. 33 Communicating With Persons Outside Organization Communicating with persons outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged face-to-face, in writing, or via telephone/electronic transfer. 29 Monitoring and Controlling Resources Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. 29 Thinking Creatively Originating, inventing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. 25 Drafting and Specifying Technical Devices Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to inform others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used. 25 Coordinating Work and Activities of Others Coordinating members of a work group to accomplish tasks. 21 Scheduling Work and Activities Scheduling events, programs, activities, as well as the work of others. 21 Resolving Conflict or Negotiating with Others Handling complaints, arbitrating disputes, and resolving grievances, or otherwise negotiating with others. 17 Performing For or Working With Public Performing for people or dealing directly with the public, including serving persons in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests. 13 Developing Objectives and Strategies Establishing long range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve these objectives. 8 Assisting and Caring for Others Providing assistance or personal care to others. 8 Operating Vehicles or Equipment Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft. 4 Selling or Influencing Others Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods, or otherwise changing their minds or actions. 4 Teaching Others Identifying educational needs, developing formal training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. 4 Coaching and Developing Others Identifying developmental needs of others and coaching or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. WORK CONTEXT: Work context elements are ranked by frequency (F), importance (I), responsibility (R), amount of contact (C), how serious (S), objective vs. subjective (O), automation (A), extent of frustration (E), responsible for health and safety (H), likelihood of injury (L), degree of injury (D) . 100 (F) Indoors How frequently does this job require the worker to work: Indoors 83 (I) Importance of Being Sure All Is Done How important is it to be sure that all the details of this job are performed and everything is done completely? 80 (I) Importance of Being Exact or Accurate How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job? 75 (F) Using Hands on Objects, Tools, Controls How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls? 64 (A) Degree of Automation Indicate the level of automation of this job. 58 (F) Sitting How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Sitting? 57 (I) Provide a Service to Others How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Provide a service to others (e.g., customers)? 54 (F) Standing How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Standing? 53 (I) Deal With External Customers How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Deal with external customers (e.g., retail sales) or the public in general (e.g., police work)? 50 (S) Consequence of Error How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable? 46 (F) Kneeling, Crouching or Crawling How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Kneeling, stooping, crouching or crawling? 44 (E) Frustrating Circumstances To what extent do frustrating circumstances ("road blocks" to work that are beyond the worker's control) hinder the accomplishment of this job? 43 (I) Importance of Being Aware of New Events How important is being constantly aware of either frequently changing events (e.g. security guard watching for shoplifters) or infrequent events (e.g. radar operator watching for tornadoes) to performing this job? 42 (F) Common Protective or Safety Attire How often does the worker wear: Common protective or safety attire, such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard-hat, or personal flotation device? 42 (F) Hazardous Conditions How often does this job require the worker to be exposed to hazardous conditions? Hazardous Conditions (e.g., high voltage electricity, combustibles, explosives, chemicals; do not include hazardous equipment or situations) 38 (F) Walking or Running How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Walking or running? 37 (D) Hazardous Conditions If injury, due to exposure to hazardous conditions, were to occur while performing this job, how serious would be the likely outcome? Hazardous Conditions (e.g., high voltage electricity, combustibles, explosives, chemicals; do not include hazardous equipment or situations) 33 (C) Job-Required Social Interaction How much does this job require the worker to be in contact (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) with others in order to perform it? 33 (O) Objective or Subjective Information How objective or subjective is the information communicated in this job? 33 (F) Making Repetitive Motions How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Making repetitive motions? 29 (F) Bending or Twisting the Body How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Bending or twisting the body? 27 (I) Importance of Repeating Same Tasks How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job? 27 (I) Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.) 21 (F) Sounds or Noise Levels Are Distracting How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable? 21 (L) Hazardous Conditions What is the likelihood that the worker would be injured as a result of being exposed to hazardous conditions while performing this job? Hazardous Conditions (e.g., high voltage electricity, combustibles, explosives, chemicals; do not include hazardous equipment or situations) 21 (F) Hazardous Equipment How often does this job require the worker to be exposed to harardous equipment? Hazardous Equipment (e.g., saws, machinery/mechanical parts include exposure to vehicular traffic, but not driving a vehicle) 21 (F) Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements? 21 (F) Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Cramped work space that requires getting into awkward positions? 21 (F) Hazardous Situations How often does this job require the worker to be exposed to harardous situations? Hazardous Situations involving likely cuts, bites, stings, or minor burns 17 (F) Contaminants How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Contaminants (pollutants, gases, dust, odors, etc.)? 17 (F) Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions? 17 (F) Special Uniform How often does the worker wear: A special uniform, such as that of a commercial pilot, nurse, police officer, or military personnel? 17 (F) Frequency in Conflict Situations How frequently do the job requirements place the worker in conflict situations? 17 (D) Hazardous Situations If injury, due to exposure to hazardous situations, were to occur while performing this job, how serious would be the likely outcome? Hazardous Situations involving likely cuts, bites, stings, or minor burns 13 (I) Take a Position Opposed to Others How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Take a position opposed to coworkers or others? 13 (F) Very Hot How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Very hot (above 90 F) or very cold (under 32 F) temperatures? 13 (I) Coordinate or Lead Others How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities (not supervision)? 13 (F) Outdoors How frequently does this job require the worker to work: Outdoors 12 (L) Hazardous Situations What is the likelihood that the worker would be injured as a result of being exposed to hazardous situations while performing this job? Hazardous Situations involving likely cuts, bites, stings, or minor burns 12 (R) Responsibility for Outcomes and Results How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers? 12 (H) Responsible for Health and Safety of Others How responsible is the worker for others' health and safety on this job? 12 (L) Hazardous Equipment What is the likelihood that the worker would be injured as a result of being exposed to hazardous equipment while performing this job? Hazardous Equipment (e.g., saws, machinery/mechanical parts include exposure to vehicular traffic, but not driving a vehicle) 10 (I) Supervise, Coach, Train Others How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Supervise, coach, train, or develop other employees? 10 (D) High Places If injury, due to exposure to high places, were to occur while performing this job, how serious would be the likely outcome? High Places (e.g., heights above 8 feet on ladders, poles, scaffolding, catwalks, etc.) 10 (D) Hazardous Equipment If injury, due to exposure to hazardous equipment, were to occur while performing this job, how serious would be the likely outcome? Hazardous Equipment (e.g., saws, machinery/mechanical parts include exposure to vehicular traffic, but not driving a vehicle) 7 (I) Persuade Someone to a Course of Action How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Persuade someone to a course of action (informally) or influence others to buy something (to sell)? 4 (F) Keeping or Regaining Balance How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Keeping or regaining balance? 4 (F) Diseases or Infections How often does this job require the worker to be exposed to diseases/infection? Diseases/Infections (e.g., patient care, some laboratory work, sanitation control, etc.) 4 (F) Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, Poles, etc. How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Climbing ladders, scaffolds, poles, etc? 4 (F) High Places How often does this job require the worker to be exposed to high places? High Places (e.g., heights above 8 feet on ladders, poles, scaffolding, catwalks, etc.) 3 (D) Diseases or Infections If injury, due to exposure to diseases/infection, were to occur while performing this job, how serious would be the likely outcome? Diseases/Infections (e.g., patient care, some laboratory work, sanitation control, etc.) 2 (L) High Places What is the likelihood that the worker would be injured as a result of being exposed to high places while performing this job? High Places (e.g., heights above 8 feet on ladders, poles, scaffolding, catwalks, etc.) 2 (L) Diseases or Infections What is the likelihood that the worker would be injured as a result of being exposed to diseases/infections while performing this job? Diseases/Infections (e.g., patient care, some laboratory work, sanitation control, etc.) INTERESTS: Interest elements are ranked by occupational interest. 94 Realistic Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others. 50 Conventional Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow. 39 Investigative Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally. 17 Enterprising Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business. 11 Social Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others. 11 Artistic Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules. WORK VALUES: Work values elements are ranked by extent. 63 Working Conditions-Mean Extent Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions. 61 Achievement-Mean Extent Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement. 59 Support-Mean Extent Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical. 55 Relationships-Mean Extent Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service. 51 Independence-Mean Extent Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employs to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy. 43 Recognition-Mean Extent Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status. 81 Moral Values Workers on this job are never pressured to do things that go against their sense of right and wrong 69 Security Workers on this job have steady employment 66 Variety Workers on this job have something different to do every day 63 Independence Workers on this job do their work alone 63 Working Conditions Workers on this job have good working conditions 63 Ability Utilization Workers on this job make use of their individual abilities 59 Company Policies and Practices Workers on this job are treated fairly by the company 59 Activity Workers on this job are busy all the time 59 Compensation Workers on this job are paid well in comparison with other workers 59 Supervision, Technical Workers on this job have supervisors who train their workers well 59 Achievement Workers on this job get a feeling of accomplishment 59 Supervision, Human Relations Workers on this job have supervisors who back up their workers with management 56 Advancement Workers on this job have opportunities for advancement 53 Responsibility Workers on this job make decisions on their own 53 Autonomy Workers on this job plan their work with little supervision 47 Co-workers Workers on this job have co-workers who are easy to get along with 47 Creativity Workers on this job try out their own ideas 44 Recognition Workers on this job receive recognition for the work they do 44 Social Status Workers on this job are looked up to by others in their company and their community 38 Social Service Workers on this job have work where they do things for other people 28 Authority Workers on this job give directions and instructions to others CROSSWALKS:
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