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CODE: 83002BBuy ONET/DOT: Download or CD-ROM
TITLE: Mechanical Inspectors
DEFINITION: Inspect and test mechanical assemblies and systems, such as motors, vehicles, and transportation equipment for defects and wear to ensure compliance with specifications.
TASKS
KNOWLEDGE
SKILLS
ABILITIES
WORK ACTIVITIES
WORK CONTEXT
INTERESTS
WORK VALUES
CROSSWALKS
TASKS:
1. Tests and measures finished products, components, or assemblies for functioning, operation, accuracy, or assembly to verify adherence to functional specifications.
2. Inspects materials, products, and work in progress for conformance to specifications, and adjusts process or assembly equipment to meet standards.
3. Starts and operates finished products for testing or inspection.
4. Reads dials and meters to ensure that equipment is operating according to specifications.
5. Collects samples for testing, and computes findings.
6. Marks items for acceptance or rejection, records test results and inspection data, and compares findings with specifications to ensure conformance to standards.
7. Discards or rejects products, materials, and equipment not meeting specifications.
8. Reads and interprets materials, such as work orders, inspection manuals, and blueprints, to determine inspection and test procedures.
9. Analyzes and interprets sample data.
10. Installs and positions new or replacement parts, components, and instruments.
11. Estimates and records operational data.
12. Completes necessary procedures to satisfy licensing requirements, and indicates concurrence with acceptance or rejection decisions.
13. Confers with vendors and others regarding inspection results, recommends corrective procedures, and compiles reports of results, recommendations, and needed repairs.
14. Cleans and maintains test equipment and instruments to ensure proper functioning.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge elements are ranked by importance.
92 Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance
67 Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of equipment, tools, mechanical devices, and their uses to produce motion, light, power, technology, and other applications
63 English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
63 Mathematics
Knowledge of numbers, their operations, and interrelationships including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
58 Design
Knowledge of design techniques, principles, tools and instruments involved in the production and use of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
54 Production and Processing
Knowledge of inputs, outputs, raw materials, waste, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing the manufacture and distribution of goods
50 Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of weaponry, public safety, and security operations, rules, regulations, precautions, prevention, and the protection of people, data, and property
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 Law, Government and Jurisprudence
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process
38 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
33 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
33 Telecommunications
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems
25 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
25 Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance, mental processes, psychological research methods, and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders
25 Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of electric circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming
21 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
21 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
17 Transportation
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including their relative costs, advantages, and limitations
8 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
8 Sociology and Anthropology
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, cultures, their history, migrations, ethnicity, and origins
4 Geography
Knowledge of various methods for describing the location and distribution of land, sea, and air masses including their physical locations, relationships, and characteristics
4 Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures
4 Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the appropriate tools to construct objects, structures, and buildings
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 Economics and Accounting
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data
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
4 History and Archeology
Knowledge of past historical events and their causes, indicators, and impact on particular civilizations and cultures
SKILLS:
Skills elements are ranked by importance.
96 Product Inspection
Inspecting and evaluating the quality of products
92 Testing
Conducting tests to determine whether equipment, software, or procedures are operating as expected
79 Problem Identification
Identifying the nature of problems
79 Science
Using scientific methods to solve problems
71 Operation Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
67 Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
67 Troubleshooting
Determining what is causing an operating error and deciding what to do about it
63 Information Gathering
Knowing how to find information and identifying essential information
63 Operation and Control
Controlling operations of equipment or systems
58 Solution Appraisal
Observing and evaluating the outcomes of a problem solution to identify lessons learned or redirect efforts
58 Writing
Communicating effectively with others in writing as indicated by the needs of the audience
54 Speaking
Talking to others to effectively convey information
54 Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems
54 Information Organization
Finding ways to structure or classify multiple pieces of information
50 Installation
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications
50 Critical Thinking
Using logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches
50 Equipment Maintenance
Performing routine maintenance and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed
50 Monitoring
Assessing how well one is doing when learning or doing something
46 Equipment Selection
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
46 Active Listening
Listening to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate
42 Active Learning
Working with new material or information to grasp its implications
42 Judgment and Decision Making
Weighing the relative costs and benefits of a potential action
38 Identification of Key Causes
Identifying the things that must be changed to achieve a goal
33 Coordination
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
33 Operations Analysis
Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design
33 Systems Evaluation
Looking at many indicators of system performance, taking into account their accuracy
25 Social Perceptiveness
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react the way they do
25 Synthesis/Reorganization
Reorganizing information to get a better approach to problems or tasks
25 Implementation Planning
Developing approaches for implementing an idea
21 Learning Strategies
Using multiple approaches when learning or teaching new things
21 Systems Perception
Determining when important changes have occurred in a system or are likely to occur
21 Technology Design
Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs
21 Repairing
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools
21 Management of Material Resources
Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work
17 Persuasion
Persuading others to approach things differently
17 Idea Generation
Generating a number of different approaches to problems
17 Visioning
Developing an image of how a system should work under ideal conditions
13 Idea Evaluation
Evaluating the likely success of an idea in relation to the demands of the situation
13 Identifying Downstream Consequences
Determining the long-term outcomes of a change in operations
13 Time Management
Managing one's own time and the time of others
4 Instructing
Teaching others how to do something
4 Service Orientation
Actively looking for ways to help people
4 Negotiation
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences
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ABILITIES:
Abilities elements are ranked by importance.
92 Near Vision
The ability to see details of objects at a close range (within a few feet of the observer)
88 Written Comprehension
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
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 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
71 Number Facility
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly
67 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
67 Visual Color Discrimination
The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness
67 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.
63 Visualization
The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged
58 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.
58 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
58 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 Memorization
The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures
58 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.
58 Far Vision
The ability to see details at a distance
58 Hearing Sensitivity
The ability to detect or tell the difference between sounds that vary over broad ranges of pitch and loudness
58 Mathematical Reasoning
The ability to understand and organize a problem and then to select a mathematical method or formula to solve the problem
54 Control Precision
The ability to quickly and repeatedly make precise adjustments in moving the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positions
54 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
54 Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
54 Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand
54 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.
54 Speech Clarity
The ability to speak clearly so that it is understandable to a listener
50 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
46 Reaction Time
The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to one signal (sound, light, picture, etc.) when it appears
46 Auditory Attention
The ability to focus on a single source of auditory (hearing) information in the presence of other distracting sounds
46 Written Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand
46 Selective Attention
The ability to concentrate and not be distracted while performing a task over a period of time
42 Sound Localization
The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated
42 Speech Recognition
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person
38 Wrist-Finger Speed
The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists
33 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.
33 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
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 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 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)
33 Extent Flexibility
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs
33 Static Strength
The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects
33 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
29 Explosive Strength
The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object
29 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 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
25 Gross Body Equilibrium
The ability to keep or regain one's body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position
25 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
21 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
17 Peripheral Vision
The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are focused forward
17 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
13 Night Vision
The ability to see under low light conditions
13 Stamina
The ability to exert one's self physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath
8 Glare Sensitivity
The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting
8 Dynamic Flexibility
The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs
WORK ACTIVITIES:
Work activities elements are ranked by importance.
96 Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Identifying information received by making estimates or categorizations, recognizing differences or similarities, or sensing changes in circumstances or events.
96 Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
Inspecting or diagnosing equipment, structures, or materials to identify the causes of errors or other problems or defects.
92 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.
88 Evaluating Information Against Standards
Evaluating information against a set of standards and verifying that it is correct.
83 Getting Information Needed to Do the Job
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
83 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.
83 Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying underlying principles, reasons, or facts by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
79 Updating and Using Job-Relevant Knowledge
Keeping up-to-date technically and knowing one's own jobs' and related jobs' functions.
79 Judging Qualities of Things, Services, or People
Making judgments about or assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
75 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.
71 Controlling Machines and Processes
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
71 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.
71 Documenting or Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in either written form or by electronic/magnetic recording.
71 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.
67 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.
63 Processing Information
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, verifying, or processing information or data.
58 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.
58 Providing Consultation and Advice to Others
Providing consultation and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-related, or process related topics.
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.
58 Performing Administrative Activities
Approving requests, handling paperwork, and performing day-to-day administrative tasks.
58 Establishing and Maintaining Relationships
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
50 Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing
Developing plans to accomplish work, and prioritizing and organizing one's own work.
50 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.
46 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.
46 Operating Vehicles or Equipment
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
46 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.
38 Interacting With Computers
Controlling computer functions by using programs, setting up functions, writing software, or otherwise communicating with computer systems.
33 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.
29 Resolving Conflict or Negotiating with Others
Handling complaints, arbitrating disputes, and resolving grievances, or otherwise negotiating with others.
29 Coordinating Work and Activities of Others
Coordinating members of a work group to accomplish tasks.
25 Selling or Influencing Others
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods, or otherwise changing their minds or actions.
21 Scheduling Work and Activities
Scheduling events, programs, activities, as well as the work of others.
21 Monitoring and Controlling Resources
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
13 Thinking Creatively
Originating, inventing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
13 Assisting and Caring for Others
Providing assistance or personal care to others.
13 Developing Objectives and Strategies
Establishing long range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve these objectives.
13 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.
4 Developing and Building Teams
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
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) .
87 (I) Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
77 (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?
75 (F) Indoors
How frequently does this job require the worker to work: Indoors
71 (F) Standing
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Standing?
67 (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?
58 (S) Consequence of Error
How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
54 (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?
53 (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?
50 (F) Walking or Running
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Walking or running?
50 (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?
46 (F) Making Repetitive Motions
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Making repetitive motions?
46 (F) Sitting
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Sitting?
46 (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)
42 (A) Degree of Automation
Indicate the level of automation of this job.
40 (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.)
39 (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?
38 (F) Contaminants
How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Contaminants (pollutants, gases, dust, odors, etc.)?
38 (F) Kneeling, Crouching or Crawling
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Kneeling, stooping, crouching or crawling?
37 (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)
33 (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)
33 (F) Bending or Twisting the Body
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Bending or twisting the body?
33 (I) Provide a Service to Others
How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Provide a service to others (e.g., customers)?
33 (H) Responsible for Health and Safety of Others
How responsible is the worker for others' health and safety on this job?
33 (F) Outdoors
How frequently does this job require the worker to work: Outdoors
30 (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?
29 (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
29 (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?
29 (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?
27 (I) Coordinate or Lead Others
How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities (not supervision)?
26 (R) Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
25 (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?
25 (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?
21 (F) Frequency in Conflict Situations
How frequently do the job requirements place the worker in conflict situations?
21 (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?
19 (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
19 (O) Objective or Subjective Information
How objective or subjective is the information communicated in this job?
17 (I) Take a Position Opposed to Others
How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Take a position opposed to coworkers or others?
17 (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)
17 (F) Keeping or Regaining Balance
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Keeping or regaining balance?
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
17 (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)
14 (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)
13 (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?
13 (F) Specialized Protective or Safety Attire
How often does the worker wear: Specialized protective or safety attire, such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suit, or radiation protection?
13 (F) Whole Body Vibration
How often during a usual work period is the worker exposed to the following conditions: Whole body vibration (e.g., operating a jackhammer or earthmoving equipment)?
13 (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)?
13 (F) Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, Poles, etc.
How much time in a usual work period does the worker spend: Climbing ladders, scaffolds, poles, etc?
13 (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)?
5 (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.)
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) 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.)
3 (I) Supervise, Coach, Train Others
How important are interactions requiring the worker to: Supervise, coach, train, or develop other employees?
INTERESTS:
Interest elements are ranked by occupational interest.
83 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.
72 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 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.
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 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.
11 Social
Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.
WORK VALUES:
Work values elements are ranked by extent.
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.
58 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.
55 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.
55 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.
45 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.
42 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.
72 Responsibility
Workers on this job make decisions on their own
69 Independence
Workers on this job do their work alone
69 Moral Values
Workers on this job are never pressured to do things that go against their sense of right and wrong
66 Activity
Workers on this job are busy all the time
63 Company Policies and Practices
Workers on this job are treated fairly by the company
63 Security
Workers on this job have steady employment
63 Autonomy
Workers on this job plan their work with little supervision
59 Supervision, Human Relations
Workers on this job have supervisors who back up their workers with management
56 Supervision, Technical
Workers on this job have supervisors who train their workers well
56 Compensation
Workers on this job are paid well in comparison with other workers
56 Working Conditions
Workers on this job have good working conditions
56 Achievement
Workers on this job get a feeling of accomplishment
53 Ability Utilization
Workers on this job make use of their individual abilities
50 Co-workers
Workers on this job have co-workers who are easy to get along with
47 Recognition
Workers on this job receive recognition for the work they do
47 Advancement
Workers on this job have opportunities for advancement
44 Social Status
Workers on this job are looked up to by others in their company and their community
38 Variety
Workers on this job have something different to do every day
31 Creativity
Workers on this job try out their own ideas
31 Authority
Workers on this job give directions and instructions to others
16 Social Service
Workers on this job have work where they do things for other people
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DOT91 (Dictionary of Occupational Titles):
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806281010 Dynamometer Tester, Engine
806387014 Wheel Inspector
806261022 Tester, Rocket Motor
801381018 Major-Assembly Inspector
806261010 Internal-Combustion-Engine Inspector
806261030 Inspector, Assemblies and Installations
806261038 Inspector, Missile
806281018 Final Inspector, Motorcyles
736381018 Process Inspector
806281026 Inspector, Precision Assembly
620261014 Automobile Tester
602362010 Gear Inspector
621261010 Airplane Inspector
620281014 Automotive Technician, Exhaust Emissions
620261018 Automobile-Repair-Service Estimator
620281030 Bus Inspector
710384014 Inspector
622381034 Railroad Wheels and Axle Inspector
622281010 Locomotive Inspector
624361010 Inspector and Tester
625261010 Diesel-Engine Tester
621261014 Engine Tester
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AIM97 (Apprenticeship Information Management):
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0093 DIESEL-ENGINE TESTER
0881 AUTOMOBILE TESTER
0638 AUTOMOBILE-REPAIR-SERV EST
0004 AIRPLANE INSPECTOR
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CEN90 (1990 Census Occupations):
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689 Inspectors, Testers, and Graders
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CIP90 (Classification of Instructional Programs):
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470605 Diesel Engine Mechanic and Repairer
010204 Agricultural Power Machinery Operator
470604 Auto/Automotive Mechanic/Technician
470611 Motorcycle Mechanic and Repairer
150801 Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering Tech./Technician
470608 Aircraft Mechanic/Technician, Powerplant
470603 Auto/Automotive Body Repairer
470607 Aircraft Mechanic/Technician, Airframe
010201 Agricultural Mechanization, General
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GOE93 (Guide for Occupational Exploration):
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060105 Production Technology: Inspection
050509 Craft Technology: Mechanical Work
050701 Quality Control: Structural
050702 Quality Control: Mechincal
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MOC97 (Military Occupational Codes):
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2M051 Missile And Space Systems Electronic Maintenance
916A High-to-Medium Air Defense (HIMAD) Direct Support/General Support Maintenance Technician
2M052 Missile And Space Systems Maintenance
2M032A Missile And Space Systems Maintenance
2M032 Missile And Space Systems Maintenance
2M031B Missile And Space Systems Electronic Maintenance
2M031A Missile And Space Systems Electronic Maintenance
2M031 Missile And Space Systems Electronic Maintenance
Z3 Aviation Miscellanus s-T-58 Test Cell Operator
4314 Diesel Engine Inspector
6014 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (Uav) Mechanic
21M1A Space And Missile Maintenance
21M1 Space And Missile Maintenance
GMM Gunner's Mates, Missiles
21M3A Space And Missile Maintenance
21M3 Space And Missile Maintenance
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OES98 (Occupational Employment Statistics):
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83099 All Other Inspectors, Testers, and Related Workers
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OPM97 (Office of Personnel Management Occupations):
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5439 Testing Equipment Operating
6517 Explosives Test Operating
6641 Ordnance Equipment Mechanic
3705 Nondestructive Testing
8268 Aircraft Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic
6606 Artillery Testing
8675 Liquid Fuel Rocket Engine Mechanic
8602 Aircraft Engine Mechanic
1960 Quality Inspection
1910 Quality Assurance
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SOC98 (Standard Occupational Classification):
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51-9061 Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers
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