Description
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of material-moving machine and vehicle operators and helpers.
Interests
- Enterprising
- Realistic
- Conventional
Work Values
- Support
- Independence
- Relationships
Work Styles
- Cooperation
- Integrity
- Leadership
- Stress Tolerance
- Attention to Detail
Tasks
- Enforce safety rules and regulations.
- Interpret transportation or tariff regulations, shipping orders, safety regulations, or company policies and procedures for workers.
- Resolve worker problems or collaborate with employees to assist in problem resolution.
- Confer with customers, supervisors, contractors, or other personnel to exchange information or to resolve problems.
- Plan work assignments and equipment allocations to meet transportation, operations or production goals.
Work Activities
- Getting Information
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
- Developing and Building Teams
- Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
- Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Detailed Work Activities
- Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Developing and Building Teams - Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
- Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others - Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
- Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates - Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
- Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Coaching and Developing Others - Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
- Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People - Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
- Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials - Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Technology Skills
- Enterprise resource planning ERP software
- Presentation software
- Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain software
- Mobile location based services software
- Spreadsheet software
Skills
- Active Listening
- Coordination
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Time Management
- Speaking
Knowledge
- Administration and Management
- Customer and Personal Service
- Mathematics
- English Language
- Production and Processing
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Overhead CraneCertifying Organization
International Union of Operating Engineers
Type
Core
Certificate name
Certified Automotive Fleet ManagerCertifying Organization
National Association of Fleet Administrators, Inc.
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Overhead Crane OperatorCertifying Organization
National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators
Type
Core
Certificate name
Certified Crane Operator - Lattice Boom Truck CraneCertifying Organization
National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators
Type
Specialty
Certificate name
Certified Public Fleet ProfessionalCertifying Organization
American Public Works Association
Type
Core
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $NaN |
| Median (50%) | $NaN |
| High (90%) | $NaN |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–7 years), to senior level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
| Entry Level | $50,000 |
| Mid Level | $100,000 |
| Senior Level | $150,000 |
Employability
There are currently 594,100 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 625,600 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 5%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of 5%
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