Animal Trainers

Job Zone

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.

Job Zones group occupations into one of five categories based on the education, experience, and training typically needed to perform them.

Tasks

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

Cue or signal animals during performances.87
Talk to or interact with animals to familiarize them to human voices or contact.87
Train horses or other equines for riding, harness, show, racing, or other work, using knowledge of breed characteristics, training methods, performance standards, and the peculiarities of each animal.87
Conduct training programs to develop or maintain desired animal behaviors for competition, entertainment, obedience, security, riding, or related purposes.86
Use oral, spur, rein, or hand commands to condition horses to carry riders or to pull horse-drawn equipment.86
Retrain horses to break bad habits, such as kicking, bolting, or resisting bridling or grooming.85
Feed or exercise animals or provide other general care, such as cleaning or maintaining holding or performance areas.84
Observe animals' physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.84
Evaluate animals to determine their temperaments, abilities, or aptitude for training.83
Train dogs in human assistance or property protection duties.83
Administer prescribed medications to animals.81
Keep records documenting animal health, diet, or behavior.78

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Evaluate animals for trainability and ability to perform.74
Advise animal owners regarding the purchase of specific animals.66
Organize or conduct animal shows.55
Teach owners how to train their dogs.—
Teach people with visual impairments to use guide dogs.—

Skills

Developed capacities that facilitate learning or the more rapid acquisition of knowledge.

Instructing69
Teaching others how to do something.
Learning Strategies63
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Speaking63
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Critical Thinking60
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Active Learning56
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Active Listening53
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.
Judgment and Decision Making53
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Monitoring53
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Complex Problem Solving50
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Coordination50
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Service Orientation50
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Social Perceptiveness50
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

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Time Management50
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Persuasion47
Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
Reading Comprehension47
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Systems Analysis47
Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Systems Evaluation47
Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
Writing47
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Management of Personnel Resources41
Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Negotiation38
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
Quality Control Analysis28
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Management of Material Resources25
Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
Operations Monitoring25
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Mathematics22
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Management of Financial Resources19
Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
Operation and Control19
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Operations Analysis19
Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
Science19
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Technology Design19
Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
Troubleshooting19
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Equipment Selection3
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
Programming3
Writing computer programs for various purposes.
Equipment Maintenance0
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Installation0
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Repairing0
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Knowledge

Organized sets of principles and facts that apply in general domains.

Customer and Personal Service76
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.
Education and Training65
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Psychology55
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.
Administration and Management53
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.
English Language53
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Sales and Marketing46
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.
Administrative44
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
Personnel and Human Resources42
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
Biology40
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Public Safety and Security38
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.
Economics and Accounting37
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Computers and Electronics35
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

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Sociology and Anthropology34
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
Law and Government33
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Mathematics29
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Medicine and Dentistry27
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.
Therapy and Counseling26
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Communications and Media25
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Production and Processing25
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Mechanical23
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Engineering and Technology20
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.
Geography19
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.
Transportation19
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
Building and Construction18
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Telecommunications17
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Design16
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Foreign Language12
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.
Chemistry11
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.
Philosophy and Theology11
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.
History and Archeology8
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
Physics7
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.
Fine Arts5
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
Food Production4
Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.

Abilities

Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

Problem Sensitivity69
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
Oral Expression66
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Oral Comprehension60
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Information Ordering56
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).
Speech Clarity56
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Deductive Reasoning53
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Fluency of Ideas53
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).
Originality53
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.
Speech Recognition53
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Category Flexibility50
The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
Far Vision50
The ability to see details at a distance.
Gross Body Coordination50
The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.

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Inductive Reasoning50
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Manual Dexterity50
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Multilimb Coordination50
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.
Near Vision50
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Selective Attention50
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
Stamina50
The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
Trunk Strength50
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.
Written Comprehension50
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Written Expression50
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Arm-Hand Steadiness47
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Depth Perception47
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.
Extent Flexibility47
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Finger Dexterity47
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Flexibility of Closure47
The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
Perceptual Speed47
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.
Static Strength47
The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Control Precision44
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
Response Orientation44
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.
Time Sharing44
The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
Auditory Attention41
The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
Dynamic Strength41
The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
Hearing Sensitivity41
The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
Reaction Time41
The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
Speed of Closure41
The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
Visualization41
The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
Speed of Limb Movement38
The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
Memorization35
The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
Visual Color Discrimination35
The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
Rate Control31
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.
Gross Body Equilibrium28
The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
Wrist-Finger Speed28
The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
Mathematical Reasoning25
The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
Number Facility25
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
Peripheral Vision25
The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
Sound Localization25
The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
Spatial Orientation25
The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
Glare Sensitivity19
The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
Night Vision19
The ability to see under low-light conditions.
Explosive Strength10
The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
Dynamic Flexibility3
The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.

Work Activities

General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems80
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Performing General Physical Activities78
Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Training and Teaching Others76
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public75
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Thinking Creatively73
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates71
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships71
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events71
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Communicating with People Outside the Organization67
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.
Getting Information67
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People66
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others65
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

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Providing Consultation and Advice to Others65
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
Documenting/Recording Information63
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work63
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Coaching and Developing Others60
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Handling and Moving Objects59
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Developing Objectives and Strategies58
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings58
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Scheduling Work and Activities58
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Selling or Influencing Others58
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge58
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others56
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others54
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Assisting and Caring for Others53
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Performing Administrative Activities50
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards49
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Developing and Building Teams48
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates46
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Monitoring and Controlling Resources42
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
Processing Information42
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Working with Computers41
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Analyzing Data or Information40
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information39
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials39
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment39
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
Staffing Organizational Units28
Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
Controlling Machines and Processes17
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment11
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment9
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.
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment8
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.

Work Styles

Personal characteristics that can affect how well someone performs a job.

Dependability83
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
Perseverance73
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
Attention to Detail65
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
Self-Control65
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
Cooperation61
A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
Empathy57
A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.
Optimism56
A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.
Adaptability53
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
Stress Tolerance53
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
Achievement Orientation52
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
Sincerity52
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.
Integrity51
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.

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Self-Confidence49
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
Initiative48
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.
Tolerance for Ambiguity44
A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
Cautiousness42
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
Social Orientation39
A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
Humility35
A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
Innovation33
A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.
Leadership Orientation30
A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
Intellectual Curiosity28
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.

Interests (RIASEC)

Holland's six occupational interest types (RIASEC) this work tends to attract.

Realistic92
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
Social44
Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
Conventional33
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Investigative22
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
Enterprising18
Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.
Artistic13
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.

Work Context

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

Freedom to Make Decisions
- A lot of freedom80%
- Some freedom19%
Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals
- A lot of freedom71%
- Some freedom12%
- Limited freedom14%
Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
- Every day74%
- Once a week or more but not every day16%
Spend Time Standing
- Continually or almost continually57%
- More than half the time22%
- About half the time15%
Contact With Others
- Constant contact with others57%
- Contact with others most of the time23%
- Occasional contact with others13%
Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions
- Every day64%
- Once a week or more but not every day15%
Telephone Conversations
- Every day47%
- Once a week or more but not every day25%
- Once a month or more but not every week15%
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
- Very important results50%
- Important results26%
- Minor results16%
Deal With External Customers or the Public in General
- Extremely important46%
- Very important24%
- Important14%
E-Mail
- Every day40%
- Once a week or more but not every day28%
- Once a month or more but not every week17%
- Never12%
Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities
- Extremely important38%
- Very important30%
- Fairly important17%
Frequency of Decision Making
- Every day49%
- Once a week or more but not every day17%
- Never19%

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Spend Time Walking or Running
- Continually or almost continually18%
- More than half the time46%
- About half the time18%
- Less than half the time18%
Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team
- Extremely important42%
- Very important22%
- Fairly important14%
- Not important at all14%
Health and Safety of Other Workers
- Very high responsibility35%
- High responsibility31%
- Limited responsibility12%
- No responsibility14%
Outdoors, Under Cover
- Every day37%
- Once a week or more but not every day18%
- Once a month or more but not every week14%
- Once a year or more but not every month19%
- Never11%
Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
- Every day24%
- Once a week or more but not every day37%
- Once a month or more but not every week15%
- Once a year or more but not every month13%
- Never11%
Physical Proximity
- Very close (near touching)20%
- Moderately close (at arm's length)38%
- Slightly close (e.g., shared office)18%
- I work with others but not closely (e.g., private office)20%
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
- Extremely important18%
- Very important27%
- Important36%
- Fairly important18%
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
- Continually or almost continually31%
- More than half the time26%
- Less than half the time26%
- Never11%
Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers
- Very high responsibility19%
- High responsibility32%
- Moderate responsibility18%
- Limited responsibility24%
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
- Every day34%
- Once a week or more but not every day13%
- Once a year or more but not every month31%
- Never13%
Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable
- Every day30%
- Once a week or more but not every day24%
- Once a month or more but not every week11%
- Never30%
Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body
- Continually or almost continually19%
- More than half the time17%
- About half the time32%
- Less than half the time30%
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
- Every day37%
- Once a week or more but not every day22%
- Never40%
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
- Continually or almost continually27%
- More than half the time23%
- Less than half the time23%
- Never20%
Written Letters and Memos
- Once a week or more but not every day39%
- Once a month or more but not every week20%
- Never26%
Conflict Situations
- Every day19%
- Once a week or more but not every day14%
- Once a month or more but not every week33%
- Once a year or more but not every month13%
- Never21%
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
- Every day37%
- Once a week or more but not every day13%
- Never40%
Public Speaking
- Every day15%
- Once a week or more but not every day23%
- Once a month or more but not every week24%
- Once a year or more but not every month13%
- Never26%
Time Pressure
- Every day19%
- Once a week or more but not every day25%
- Once a month or more but not every week12%
- Once a year or more but not every month12%
- Never31%
Level of Competition
- Extremely competitive11%
- Highly competitive20%
- Moderately competitive33%
- Slightly competitive11%
- Not at all competitive25%
Consequence of Error
- Extremely serious22%
- Serious19%
- Fairly serious26%
- Not serious at all26%
Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People
- Once a week or more but not every day13%
- Once a month or more but not every week29%
- Once a year or more but not every month35%
- Never13%
Duration of Typical Work Week
- More than 40 hours31%
- 40 hours22%
- Less than 40 hours47%
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
- Extremely important23%
- Important17%
- Not important at all43%
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment
- Every day20%
- Once a week or more but not every day19%
- Never51%
Exposed to Contaminants
- Every day22%
- Once a month or more but not every week23%
- Never45%
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
- Every day24%
- Once a month or more but not every week18%
- Never53%
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
- About half the time13%
- Less than half the time51%
- Never23%
In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment
- Every day18%
- Never62%
Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions
- Once a week or more but not every day13%
- Once a year or more but not every month11%
- Never62%
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
- Less than half the time30%
- Never51%
Work Schedules
- Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)29%
- Regular (established routine, set schedule)63%
Spend Time Sitting
- About half the time11%
- Less than half the time55%
- Never31%
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
- Once a year or more but not every month15%
- Never64%
Exposed to Disease or Infections
- Once a year or more but not every month13%
- Never66%
Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
- Once a year or more but not every month13%
- Never70%
Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People
- Once a year or more but not every month27%
- Never66%
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
- Once a month or more but not every week20%
- Never75%
Degree of Automation
- Slightly automated14%
- Not at all automated77%
Exposed to Radiation
- Once a week or more but not every day11%
- Never84%
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
- Never91%
Exposed to High Places
- Never90%
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
- Never97%
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
- Not important at all96%
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
- Never96%

Typical Education Levels Reported

Education levels O*NET survey respondents in this occupation most often reported having.

High school diploma or equivalent
Less than high school diploma
Some college, no degree

Technology Skills

Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

Data base user interface and query software
Database software, Oracle Database, Tracks Software
Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
Oracle PeopleSoft, SAP software
Project management software
Atlassian JIRA, Microsoft Project
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Outlook
Transaction server software
Customer information control system CICS
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Medical software
Epic Systems
Office suite software
Microsoft Office software
Operating system software
Microsoft Windows
Word processing software
Microsoft Word
Web page creation and editing software
Facebook
Calendar and scheduling software
Work scheduling software

Professional Associations

Organizations related to this occupation, such as industry and licensing bodies.

Related Occupations

Occupations that call for similar work and worker requirements.

Detailed Work Activities

More specific, granular versions of the Work Activities above.

Train animals.
Direct productions or performances.
Care for animals.
Clean facilities or work areas.
Maintain facilities.
Monitor health or behavior of people or animals.
Evaluate capabilities or training needs.
Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
Document client health or progress.
Discuss service options or needs with clients.
Organize recreational activities or events.

Apprenticeship Occupations

Registered apprenticeship program titles associated with this occupation.

Animal Trainer
Horse Trainer

This page incorporates information from O*NET Web Services by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

Based on federal labor and demographic data. Data source & methodology