Career Details

Supervisors
Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of mechanics, installers, and repairers.

What You’ll Do

  • Determine schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on work priority, quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel.
  • Inspect and monitor work areas, examine tools and equipment, and provide employee safety training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules.
  • Investigate accidents or injuries and prepare reports of findings.
  • Monitor employees' work levels and review work performance.
  • Requisition materials and supplies, such as tools, equipment, or replacement parts.

Abilities You’ll Need

Categorization,Comparison,Comprehension,Dependability,Good Communications,Hands-On Activities,Multi-Tasking,Originality,Problem Recognition,Problem Solving,Reasoning

Knowledge You’ll Gain

Administration and Management,Computers and Electronics,Education and Training,Engineering and Technology,Mechanical,Production and Processing

What You’ll Earn

Average: $56,180.00

Range

High: $88,870.00

Low : $34,070.00

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Education Needed

Skills

Communication,Critical Thinking,Leadership,Monitoring,Problem Solving,Teamwork,Time Management

Technology

Computer Aided Design (CAD) Software,Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software,Microsoft Office Software