Fishing and hunting workers

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

• Steer vessels and operate navigational instruments.95
• Scrape fat, blubber, or flesh from skin sides of pelts with knives or hand scrapers.93
• Remove catches from fishing equipment and measure them to ensure compliance with legal size.90
• Patrol trap lines or nets to inspect settings, remove catch, and reset or relocate traps.90
• Direct fishing or hunting operations, and supervise crew members.89
• Locate fish, using fish-finding equipment.89
• Interpret weather and vessel conditions to determine appropriate responses.88
• Kill or stun trapped quarry, using clubs, poisons, guns, or drowning methods.88
• Travel on foot, by vehicle, or by equipment such as boats, snowmobiles, helicopters, snowshoes, or skis to reach hunting areas.87
• Maintain and repair trapping equipment.85
• Select, bait, and set traps, and lay poison along trails, according to species, size, habits, and environs of birds or animals and reasons for trapping them.83
• Maintain engines, fishing gear, and other on-board equipment and perform minor repairs.83

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

• Coordination53

  Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

• Critical Thinking53

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

• Judgment and Decision Making53

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

• Speaking50

  Talking to others to convey information effectively.

• Monitoring47

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

• Time Management47

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

• Active Listening44

  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.

• Complex Problem Solving44

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

• Instructing44

  Teaching others how to do something.

• Learning Strategies44

  Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

• Reading Comprehension44

  Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

• Equipment Maintenance41

  Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

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

• Geography61

  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.

• Mechanical60

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

• Biology58

  Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.

• Customer and Personal Service58

  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.

• Law and Government58

  Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

• English Language51

  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 Marketing51

  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.

• Education and Training50

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

• Computers and Electronics49

  Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

• Public Safety and Security49

  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.

• Transportation49

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

• Economics and Accounting45

  Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

• Spatial Orientation81

  The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.

• Far Vision69

  The ability to see details at a distance.

• Static Strength66

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

• Flexibility of Closure63

  The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.

• Near Vision63

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

• Trunk Strength63

  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.

• Arm-Hand Steadiness60

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

• Inductive Reasoning60

  The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

• Problem Sensitivity60

  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.

• Control Precision56

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

• Deductive Reasoning56

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

• Depth Perception56

  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.

General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials79

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

• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment78

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

• 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.

• Making Decisions and Solving Problems71

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

• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge68

  Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

• Getting Information67

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

• Handling and Moving Objects67

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

• Thinking Creatively67

  Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events66

  Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

• Controlling Machines and Processes63

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

• Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings62

  Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work62

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

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

• Perseverance67

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

• Dependability61

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

• Adaptability49

  A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.

• Integrity43

  A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.

• Cautiousness38

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

• Self-Control38

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

• Tolerance for Ambiguity38

  A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

• Attention to Detail32

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

• Initiative32

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

• Optimism25

  A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.

• Stress Tolerance17

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

• Cooperation14

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

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.

• Conventional38

  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.

• Investigative21

  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.

• Enterprising17

  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.

• Artistic1

  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.

• Social1

  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.

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

• Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions

  • Every day89%
  • Once a week or more but not every day11%

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

  • Every day58%
  • Once a week or more but not every day32%

• Duration of Typical Work Week

  • More than 40 hours80%

• Freedom to Make Decisions

  • A lot of freedom60%
  • Some freedom25%

• Contact With Others

  • Constant contact with others45%
  • Contact with others most of the time30%
  • Contact with others about half the time15%

• Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions

  • Every day47%
  • Once a week or more but not every day21%
  • Once a month or more but not every week26%

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

  • Every day58%
  • Once a week or more but not every day11%
  • Once a month or more but not every week16%
  • Once a year or more but not every month11%

• Spend Time Standing

  • Continually or almost continually35%
  • More than half the time35%
  • About half the time25%

• Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures

  • Every day37%
  • Once a week or more but not every day37%
  • Once a month or more but not every week16%

• Level of Competition

  • Extremely competitive45%
  • Highly competitive25%
  • Slightly competitive20%

• Telephone Conversations

  • Every day35%
  • Once a week or more but not every day45%

• Work Schedules

  • Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)57%
  • Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)33%

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

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

Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

• Spreadsheet software

  Microsoft Excel

• Map creation software

  MaxSea TIMEZERO, P-Sea WindPlot, Signet Nobeltec Catch, Trimble MyTopo Terrain Navigator Pro

• Analytical or scientific software

  DeerDays, Strat-Tech Deer Hunting Expert, Winchester Ammunition Ballistics Calculator

• Data base user interface and query software

  Catchlog Trading Catchlog, OLRAC Electronic Logbook Software Solution

• Office suite software

  Microsoft Office software

• Route navigation software

  MaxSea Time Zero Navigator NOAA

• Inventory management software

  Inventory management systems

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

• American Fisheries Society
• American Sportfishing Association
• Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies
• Charter Fisherman's Association
• Fur Takers of America
• National Trappers Association
• National Wild Turkey Federation
• National Wildlife Control Operators Association
• NOAA Fisheries
• Professional Outdoor Media Association
• Trout Unlimited
• Wildlife Disease Association
• Wildlife Society
• Midwest Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies
• Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies
• Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies

Occupations that call for similar work and worker requirements.

• Sailors and marine oilers, and ship engineers
• Ship and Boat Captains and Operators
• Ship and Boat Captains and Operators
• Miscellaneous agricultural workers, including animal breeders
• Miscellaneous agricultural workers, including animal breeders
• Forest and Conservation Workers
• Butchers and Other Meat, Poultry, and Fish Processing Workers
• Miscellaneous agricultural workers, including animal breeders
• Miscellaneous law enforcement workers
• Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
• Riggers
• Miscellaneous installation, maintenance, and repair workers, including wind turbine service technicians
• Conveyor operators and tenders, and hoist and winch operators
• Conveyor operators and tenders, and hoist and winch operators
• First-line supervisors of farming, fishing, and forestry workers
• Sailors and marine oilers, and ship engineers
• Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators
• Crane and Tower Operators
• Machine Feeders and Offbearers

More specific, granular versions of the Work Activities above.

• Navigate water vessels.
• Remove skin or other body parts from animals.
• Capture or kill animals.
• Locate animals for fishing or hunting purposes.
• Direct activities of agricultural, forestry, or fishery employees.
• Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites.
• Maintain forestry, hunting, or agricultural equipment.
• Position animal trapping or capture equipment.
• Obtain documentation to authorize activities.
• Communicate safety or hazard information to others.
• Obtain written authorization to perform activities.
• Package agricultural products for shipment or further processing.