Fence Erectors

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

• Establish the location for a fence, and gather information needed to ensure that there are no electric cables or water lines in the area.86
• Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.85
• Measure and lay out fence lines and mark posthole positions, following instructions, drawings, or specifications.85
• Align posts, by lines or sighting, and verify vertical alignment of posts, using plumb bobs or spirit levels.84
• Attach rails or tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.81
• Dig postholes, using spades, posthole diggers, or power-driven augers.79
• Attach fence rail supports to posts, using hammers and pliers.78
• Assemble gates, and fasten gates into position, using hand tools.78
• Mix and pour concrete around bases of posts, or tamp soil into postholes to embed posts.78
• Make rails for fences, by sawing lumber or by cutting metal tubing to required lengths.77
• Nail top and bottom rails to fence posts, or insert them in slots on posts.77
• Discuss fencing needs with customers, and estimate and quote prices.76

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

• Active Listening50

  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.

• Coordination50

  Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

• Critical Thinking50

  Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

• Monitoring50

  Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

• Speaking50

  Talking to others to convey information effectively.

• Time Management50

  Managing one's own time and the time of others.

• Judgment and Decision Making47

  Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

• Operation and Control47

  Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

• Operations Monitoring47

  Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

• Complex Problem Solving41

  Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

• Equipment Selection41

  Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

• Quality Control Analysis41

  Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

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.

• Building and Construction75

  Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

• Transportation72

  Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.

• Administration and Management70

  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.

• Design68

  Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

• Mathematics62

  Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

• Education and Training59

  Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

• English Language59

  Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.

• Mechanical57

  Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

• Sales and Marketing56

  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.

• Engineering and Technology52

  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.

• Production and Processing52

  Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

• Manual Dexterity69

  The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

• Trunk Strength69

  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.

• Multilimb Coordination66

  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.

• Static Strength60

  The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

• Arm-Hand Steadiness56

  The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

• Finger Dexterity56

  The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.

• Control Precision53

  The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.

• Dynamic Strength53

  The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.

• Information Ordering53

  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).

• Near Vision53

  The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

• Stamina53

  The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.

• Deductive Reasoning50

  The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

• Controlling Machines and Processes73

  Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

• Performing General Physical Activities72

  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.

• Getting Information70

  Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

• Handling and Moving Objects68

  Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates67

  Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment66

  Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.

• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work65

  Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships63

  Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials60

  Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

• Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others58

  Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

• Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment58

  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.

• Making Decisions and Solving Problems58

  Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

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

• Dependability71

  A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.

• Attention to Detail57

  A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.

• Cautiousness44

  A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.

• Perseverance32

  A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.

• Achievement Orientation26

  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.

• Integrity25

  A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.

• Cooperation23

  A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.

• Self-Confidence20

  A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.

• Stress Tolerance19

  A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.

• Self-Control16

  A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.

• Initiative9

  A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.

• Sincerity8

  A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.

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

• Realistic100

  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.

• Conventional45

  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.

• Investigative18

  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.

• Artistic6

  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.

• Social6

  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.

• Enterprising0

  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.

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

• Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets

  • Every day99%

• Health and Safety of Other Workers

  • Very high responsibility82%
  • High responsibility13%

• Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions

  • Every day76%
  • Once a week or more but not every day24%

• Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams

  • Every day72%
  • Once a week or more but not every day27%

• Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers

  • Very high responsibility58%
  • High responsibility39%

• Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals

  • A lot of freedom58%
  • Some freedom38%

• Time Pressure

  • Every day56%
  • Once a week or more but not every day40%

• Spend Time Standing

  • Continually or almost continually60%
  • More than half the time34%

• Contact With Others

  • Constant contact with others65%
  • Contact with others about half the time31%

• Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable

  • Every day55%
  • Once a week or more but not every day32%

• Telephone Conversations

  • Every day43%
  • Once a week or more but not every day52%

• Exposed to Hazardous Equipment

  • Every day61%
  • Once a month or more but not every week29%

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

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Less than high school diploma

Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

• Computer aided design CAD software

  Autodesk AutoCAD, Cutlist Plus fx

• Project management software

  Maxwell Systems American Contractor, Software Design Associates Computer Fencing System CFS

• Spreadsheet software

  Microsoft Excel

• Web page creation and editing software

  Facebook

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

• American Fence Association

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• Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
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• Control and Valve Installers and Repairers
• Helpers, Construction Trades
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• Sheet Metal Workers
• Electricians
• Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators
• Roofers
• Miscellaneous metal workers and plastic workers, including multiple machine tool setters

More specific, granular versions of the Work Activities above.

• Determine appropriate locations for operations or installations.
• Position structural components.
• Mark reference points on construction materials.
• Measure work site dimensions.
• Verify alignment of structures or equipment.
• Install fencing or other barriers.
• Dig holes or trenches.
• Install wooden structural components.
• Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities.
• Pour materials into or on designated areas.
• Cut wood components for installation.
• Communicate with clients about products, procedures, and policies.

Registered apprenticeship program titles associated with this occupation.

• Fence Erector