Preparation
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Preparation zone | Zone 3 – Medium preparation needed |
| What O*NET says the zone requires | Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required |
| Broad occupation in O*NET | True (Yes) |
| Skills listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Abilities listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Tasks listed for this occupation | 5 |
| Interest scores given for this occupation | 6 |
Skills
The 6 skills with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Skill | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 2.B.3.g | 3.88 | 08/2018 |
| Operation and Control | 2.B.3.h | 3.75 | 08/2018 |
| Monitoring | 2.A.2.d | 3.62 | 08/2018 |
| Active Listening | 2.A.1.b | 3.38 | 08/2018 |
| Quality Control Analysis | 2.B.3.m | 3.38 | 08/2018 |
| Critical Thinking | 2.A.2.a | 3.25 | 08/2018 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Abilities
The 6 abilities with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Ability | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral Comprehension | 1.A.1.a.1 | 3.75 | 08/2018 |
| Oral Expression | 1.A.1.a.3 | 3.75 | 08/2018 |
| Near Vision | 1.A.4.a.1 | 3.62 | 08/2018 |
| Written Comprehension | 1.A.1.a.2 | 3.62 | 08/2018 |
| Deductive Reasoning | 1.A.1.b.4 | 3.5 | 08/2018 |
| Perceptual Speed | 1.A.1.e.3 | 3.38 | 08/2018 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Tasks
The tasks O*NET records for this occupation, with the type, respondent count and date each record carries.
| Task | Type | Incumbents responding | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Add chemicals, such as ammonia, chlorine, or lime, to disinfect and deodorize water and other liquids. | Core | 81 | 08/2018 |
| Collect and test water and sewage samples, using test equipment and color analysis standards. | Core | 80 | 08/2018 |
| Record operational data, personnel attendance, or meter and gauge readings on specified forms. | Core | 81 | 08/2018 |
| Operate and adjust controls on equipment to purify and clarify water, process or dispose of sewage, and generate power. | Core | 81 | 08/2018 |
| Inspect equipment or monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions. | Core | 81 | 08/2018 |
Work interests
The interest scores O*NET gives this occupation, on the six interest types.
| Interest | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Realistic | 6.84 | 11/2023 |
| Conventional | 4.64 | 11/2023 |
| Investigative | 2.71 | 11/2023 |
| Social | 1.52 | 11/2023 |
| Enterprising | 1.46 | 11/2023 |
| Artistic | 1.0 | 11/2023 |