Details Report

Updated 2007

Details Report for:
51-9194.00 - Etchers and Engravers

Engrave or etch metal, wood, rubber, or other materials for identification or decorative purposes. Includes such workers as etcher-circuit processors, pantograph engravers, and silk screen etchers.

Sample of reported job titles: Engraver, Etcher, Acid Etch Operator, Laser Engraver, Photo Engraver, Screen Making Technician, Computer Engraver, Electronic Engraver Operator, Mechanical Engraver Operator, Metals Engraver

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Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance	Category	Task
90	Core	Adjust depths and sizes of cuts by adjusting heights of worktables, or by adjusting machine-arm gauges.
89	Core	Engrave and print patterns, designs, etchings, trademarks, or lettering onto flat or curved surfaces of a wide variety of metal, glass, plastic, or paper items, using hand tools or hand-held power tools.
89	Core	Position and clamp workpieces, plates, or rollers in holding fixtures.
88	Core	Determine machine settings, and move bars or levers to reproduce designs on rollers or plates.
88	Core	Examine engraving for quality of cut, burrs, rough spots, and irregular or incomplete engraving.
87	Core	Measure and compute dimensions of lettering, designs, or patterns to be engraved.
86	Core	Start machines and lower cutting tools to beginning points on patterns.
85	Core	Clean and polish engraved areas.
60	Core	Examine sketches, diagrams, samples, blueprints, or photographs to decide how designs are to be etched, cut, or engraved onto workpieces.
93	Supplemental	Prepare etching chemicals according to formulas, diluting acid with water to obtain solutions of specified concentration.
90	Supplemental	Observe actions of cutting tools through microscopes and adjust stylus movement to ensure accurate reproduction.
88	Supplemental	Reduce artwork to be used, using reduction cameras.
87	Supplemental	Sandblast exposed areas of glass to cut designs in surfaces, using spray guns.
84	Supplemental	Set reduction scales to attain specified sizes of reproduction on workpieces, and set pantograph controls for required heights, depths, and widths of cuts.
80	Supplemental	Neutralize workpieces to remove acid, wax, or enamel, using water, solvents, brushes, or specialized machines.
80	Supplemental	Inspect etched work for depth of etching, uniformity, and defects, using calibrated microscopes, gauges, fingers, or magnifying lenses.
80	Supplemental	Prepare workpieces for etching or engraving by cutting, sanding, cleaning, polishing, or treating them with wax, acid resist, lime, etching powder, or light-sensitive enamel.
80	Supplemental	Insert cutting tools or bits into machines and secure them with wrenches.
79	Supplemental	Print proofs or examine designs to verify accuracy of engraving, and rework engraving as required.
78	Supplemental	Transfer image to workpiece, using contact printer, pantograph stylus, silkscreen printing device, or stamp pad.
77	Supplemental	Sketch, trace, or scribe layout lines and designs on workpieces, plates, dies, or rollers, using compasses, scribers, gravers, or pencils.
76	Supplemental	Guide stylus over template, causing cutting tool to duplicate design or letters on workpiece.
75	Supplemental	Remove completed workpieces and place them in trays.
73	Supplemental	Carve designs and letters onto metal for transfer to other surfaces.
70	Supplemental	Select and insert required templates into pattern frames beneath the stylus of a machine cutting tool or router.
62	Supplemental	Cut outlines of impressions with gravers, and remove excess material with knives.
57	Supplemental	Fill etched characters with opaque paste to improve readability.
53	Supplemental	Brush or wipe acid over engraving to darken or highlight inscriptions.
41	Supplemental	Expose workpieces to acid to develop etch patterns such as designs, lettering, or figures.
No data available	Supplemental	Select and mount wheels and miters on lathes, and equip lathes with water to cool wheels and prevent dust when grinding glass.
No data available	Supplemental	Brush or smear abrasives on cutting wheels.
No data available	Supplemental	Remove wax or tape from etched glassware by using a stylus or knife, or by immersing ware in hot water.

Knowledge Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Knowledge
80		Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
72		English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
70		Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
66		Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
60		Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
60		Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
55		Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
52		Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
51		Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
48		Sales and Marketing — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
45		Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
42		Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
41		Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
39		Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
32		Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
29		Chemistry — Knowledge of the chemical 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.
29		Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
26		Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
19		Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
18		Communications and Media — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
17		Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
14		Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
12		Physics — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
11		Fine Arts — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
7		Foreign Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
7		Philosophy and Theology — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
6		Sociology and Anthropology — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
5		History and Archeology — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
3		Medicine and Dentistry — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
2		Food Production — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
2		Therapy and Counseling — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
1		Geography — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
0		Biology — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.

Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Skill
79		Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
78		Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.
78		Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
74		Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
73		Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
71		Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
68		Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
68		Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
67		Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
64		Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
62		Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
60		Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
60		Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
58		Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
57		Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
57		Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
56		Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
55		Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
55		Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
52		Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
51		Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
51		Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
50		Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
49		Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
49		Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
48		Management of Material Resources — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
47		Management of Financial Resources — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
46		Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
45		Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
44		Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
41		Negotiation — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
38		Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
30		Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
29		Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
19		Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

Abilities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Ability
66		Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
66		Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
66		Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
63		Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
63		Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
60		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.
60		Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
53		Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
53		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.
53		Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
53		Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
50		Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
50		Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
50		Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
47		Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
47		Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
47		Depth Perception — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
47		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.
47		Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (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 whole body is in motion.
47		Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
44		Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.
44		Perceptual Speed — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of 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.
41		Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
41		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.
41		Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
41		Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
38		Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
38		Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
35		Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
35		Wrist-Finger Speed — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
31		Hearing Sensitivity — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
31		Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
31		Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
31		Time Sharing — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
28		Memorization — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
28		Number Facility — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
28		Response Orientation — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
25		Dynamic Strength — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
22		Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
22		Gross Body Coordination — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
22		Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
19		Auditory Attention — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
19		Gross Body Equilibrium — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
19		Stamina — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
6		Explosive Strength — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
3		Dynamic Flexibility — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.
3		Spatial Orientation — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
3		Speed of Limb Movement — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
0		Glare Sensitivity — The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting.
0		Night Vision — The ability to see under low light conditions.
0		Peripheral Vision — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
0		Sound Localization — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Activity
79		Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. read technical drawings read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts
71		Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. apply protective coating to products cast metal objects engrave variety of materials and products fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand file, sand, grind, or polish metal or plastic objects hand carve objects from stone or other materials load or unload material or workpiece into machinery perform repetitive tasks in assembly setting precision cast patterns, molds, or dies sharpen metal objects
67		Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). operate graphic reproduction equipment operate metal or plastic fabricating equipment/machinery use hand or power tools use precision measuring tools or equipment
67		Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
67		Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. examine products or work to verify conformance to specifications
60		Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
58		Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
57		Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
56		Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. compute production, construction, or installation specifications measure, weigh, or count products or materials
54		Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
53		Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
53		Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
53		Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. make independent judgment in assembly procedures
53		Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
52		Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. etch or cut designs in glass, metal, or plastic
51		Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
51		Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
51		Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. maintain safe work environment monitor production machinery/equipment operation to detect problems monitor the quantity of assembly output
48		Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. use engraving techniques
47		Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
46		Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
46		Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. cut, shape, fit, or join wood or other construction materials
46		Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
45		Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
44		Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
41		Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
40		Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
39		Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. adjust production equipment/machinery setup install equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures
38		Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
35		Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
35		Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
35		Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
33		Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
32		Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
31		Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
31		Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
30		Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
30		Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
29		Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
26		Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
13		Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.

Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Context		Work Context
97		Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
94		Structured versus Unstructured Work — To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
93		Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
91		Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
90		Time Pressure — How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
89		Contact With Others — How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
88		Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
87		Frequency of Decision Making — How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
83		Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
82		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.)
74		Degree of Automation — How automated is the job?
72		Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — How do the decisions an employee makes impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company?
68		Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
65		Level of Competition — To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?
62		Coordinate or Lead Others — How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
62		Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
60		Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
59		Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting?
55		Spend Time Standing — How much does this job require standing?
50		Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
49		Deal With External Customers — How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?
49		Duration of Typical Work Week — Number of hours typically worked in one week.
40		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?
35		Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?
30		Letters and Memos — How often does the job require written letters and memos?
24		Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
23		Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
22		Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
19		Exposed to Contaminants — How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
17		Work Schedules — How regular are the work schedules for this job?
16		Exposed to Hazardous Conditions — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
12		Physical Proximity — To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
11		Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?
11		Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
11		Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?
10		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?
10		Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
9		Consequence of Error — How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
9		Spend Time Walking and Running — How much does this job require walking and running?
7		In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?
6		Frequency of Conflict Situations — How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
5		Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
5		Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
5		Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling — How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?
5		Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?
4		Deal With Physically Aggressive People — How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?
3		Exposed to High Places — How often does this job require exposure to high places?
3		In an Open Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?
3		Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?
3		Outdoors, Under Cover — How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?
3		Public Speaking — How often do you have to perform public speaking in this job?
3		Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance — How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?
2		Exposed to Radiation — How often does this job require exposure to radiation?
2		Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection — How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?
1		Exposed to Whole Body Vibration — How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (e.g., operate a jackhammer)?
1		Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles — How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles?
0		Exposed to Disease or Infections — How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?

Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Component	Description
Title	Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed

Overall Experience	Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a teller might benefit from experience working directly with the public, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be a teller with little difficulty.

Job Training	Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

Job Zone Examples	These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include sheet metal workers, forest fire fighters, customer service representatives, pharmacy technicians, salespersons (retail), and tellers.

SVP Range	(4.0 to < 6.0)

Education	These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

There are 10 recognized apprenticeable specialties associated with this occupation:
Engraver, Block; Engraver, Hand, Soft Metals; Engraver, Picture; Engraver; Engraver, Pantograph I; Siderographer; Sketch Maker II; Engraver I; Roller Engraver, Hand; Engraver, Hand, Hard Metals

To learn about specific apprenticeship opportunities, please consult the U.S. Department of Labor State Apprenticeship Information website.

For general information about apprenticeships, training, and partnerships with business, visit the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship website.

Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Occupational Interest		Interest
89		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.
41		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.
35		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.
20		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.
18		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.
11		Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.

Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Style
87		Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
82		Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
77		Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
75		Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
74		Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
67		Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
67		Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
65		Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
64		Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
64		Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
62		Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
62		Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
61		Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
59		Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
59		Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
46		Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.

Work Values Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Extent		Work Value
51		Achievement — 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.
51		Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
49		Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
45		Relationships — 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.
41		Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employs to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
30		Recognition — 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.

Work Needs Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Extent		Work Need
88		Moral Values — Workers on this job are never pressured to do things that go against their sense of right and wrong.
75		Independence — Workers on this job do their work alone.
53		Achievement — Workers on this job get a feeling of accomplishment.
52		Working Conditions — Workers on this job have good working conditions.
50		Ability Utilization — Workers on this job make use of their individual abilities.
50		Activity — Workers on this job are busy all the time.
50		Company Policies and Practices — Workers on this job are treated fairly by the company.
50		Supervision, Technical — Workers on this job have supervisors who train their workers well.
47		Security — Workers on this job have steady employment.
45		Autonomy — Workers on this job plan their work with little supervision.
45		Supervision, Human Relations — Workers on this job have supervisors who back up their workers with management.
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Details Report for: 51-9194.00 - Etchers and Engravers