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Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers

Install or repair cables or wires used in electrical power or distribution systems. May erect poles and light or heavy duty transmission towers.

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Parachute skills

  1. Operate, drive - Things (4.78)
  2. Finish, restore, preserve - Things (4.49)
  3. Cut, carve, chisel - Things (4.49)
  4. Set up, assemble - Things (4.47)
  5. Make, produce, manufacture - Things (4.47)
  6. Shape, model, sculpt - Things (4.47)
  7. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (4.38)
  8. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.37)
  9. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.33)
  10. Supervise, manage - People (4.22)
  11. Pay attention to details - Data (4.04)
  12. Use my intuition - Data (4.00)
  13. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (4.00)
  14. Construct - Things (3.90)
  15. Listen - People (3.88)
  16. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.86)
  17. Repair - Things (3.82)
  18. Coordinate - People (3.77)
  19. Imagine - Data (3.73)
  20. Use my brain - Data (3.62)
  21. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.62)
  22. Use my body, hands, fingers, with unusual dexterity or strength - Things (3.62)
  23. Manipulate - Things (3.62)
  24. Organize, classify - Data (3.62)
  25. Negotiate, resolve conflicts - People (3.57)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Active Listening (3.62)
  2. Monitoring (3.50)
  1. Problem Sensitivity (4.00)
  2. Arm-Hand Steadiness (4.00)
  3. Multilimb Coordination (4.00)
  4. Near Vision (4.00)
  5. Oral Comprehension (3.88)
  6. Deductive Reasoning (3.62)
  7. Information Ordering (3.62)
  8. Manual Dexterity (3.62)
  9. Control Precision (3.62)
  10. Inductive Reasoning (3.50)
  11. Finger Dexterity (3.50)
  1. Dependability (4.20)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.04)
  3. Self Control (4.00)
  4. Leadership (3.86)
  5. Cooperation (3.84)
  6. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.73)
  7. Stress Tolerance (3.72)
  8. Integrity (3.63)
  9. Initiative (3.62)
  10. Independence (3.60)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (4.78)
  2. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.57)
  3. Getting Information (4.57)
  4. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.54)
  5. Controlling Machines and Processes (4.49)
  6. Handling and Moving Objects (4.47)
  7. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.45)
  8. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.40)
  9. Training and Teaching Others (4.38)
  10. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.37)
  11. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.33)
  12. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (4.22)
  13. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.04)
  14. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.93)
  15. Performing General Physical Activities (3.90)
  16. Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (3.82)
  17. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (3.77)
  18. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.76)
  19. Documenting/Recording Information (3.75)
  20. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.75)
  21. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.74)
  22. Developing and Building Teams (3.73)
  23. Thinking Creatively (3.73)
  24. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (3.73)
  25. Coaching and Developing Others (3.68)
  26. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (3.60)
  27. Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (3.57)
  28. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (3.57)
  1. Drive Automobile, Van, Or Light Truck (4.78)
  2. Read Technical Drawings (4.57)
  3. Read Blueprints (4.57)
  4. Read Schematics (4.57)
  5. Read Tape Measure (4.57)
  6. Use Soldering Equipment (4.49)
  7. Solder Electrical Or Electronic Connections Or Components (4.49)
  8. Use Electrical Or Electronic Test Devices Or Equipment (4.49)
  9. Use Electrical Line Repair Equipment (4.49)
  10. Use Hand Or Power Tools (4.49)
  11. Use Measuring Devices In Construction Or Extraction Work (4.49)
  12. Use Voltmeter, Ammeter, Or Ohmmeter (4.49)
  13. Use High Voltage Apparatus (4.49)
  14. Fabricate, Assemble, Or Disassemble Manufactured Products By Hand (4.47)
  15. Distinguish Colors (4.37)
  16. Perform Safety Inspections In Construction Or Resource Extraction Setting (4.33)
  17. Apply Cleaning Solvents (3.90)
  18. Climb Ladders, Scaffolding, Or Utility Or Telephone Poles (3.90)
  19. Install/String Electrical Or Electronic Cable Or Wiring (3.90)
  20. Move Or Fit Heavy Objects (3.90)
  21. Erect Power Or Communication Poles Or Towers (3.82)