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DICTIONARY OF OCCUPATIONAL TITLES (4th Ed., Rev. 1991)
401.137-010 to 461.684-018
This category includes occupations concerned with propagating, growing,
caring for, and gathering plant and animal life and products. Also included are occupations
concerned with providing related support services; logging timber tracts; catching, hunting, and
trapping animal life; and caring for parks, gardens, and grounds. Excluded are occupations
requiring a primary knowledge or involvement with technologies, such as processing, packaging,
and stock checking, regardless of their industry designation. Managerial occupations in
agriculture, fishery, and forestry are included in Group 180.
40 PLANT FARMING OCCUPATIONS This division includes occupations concerned with tilling soil; propagating, cultivating, and harvesting plant life; gathering products of plant life; and caring for parks, gardens, and grounds. Service occupations performed in support of these activities are also included.
401 GRAIN FARMING OCCUPATIONS This group includes occupations concerned with growing and harvesting grain crops, such as corn, sorghum, wheat, barley, and rice; and field peas, field beans, and soybeans.
401.137-010 SUPERVISOR, AREA (agriculture)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
detasseling corn on hybrid seed-corn farm: Examines ears of corn in field to determine time of
emergence of silk and its retention of accompanying pollen from tassels, and schedules work
load. Assigns block and field code numbers and identifies and marks male and female rows of
stalks. Examines fields to find areas of rapidly growing tassels and orders crew to remove tassels
before emergence of silk from ears of corn. Assigns fields to SUPERVISOR, DETASSELING
CREW (agriculture). Determines frequency of detasseling according to factors, such as
temperature, moisture, time of season, and variety of corn grown. Inspects fields for undetasseled
corn plants, estimates number of plants in field, and computes percent of tassels pulled by
making sample counts of plants. Registers corn detasseling crew and issues identification badges.
Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
401.137-014 SUPERVISOR, DETASSELING CREW (agriculture)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
breaking and pulling tassels from corn plants: Directs crewmembers in methods of pulling tassels
and stems from corn plants. Designates rows of corn to be detasseled so that ears of corn will be
pollenized by tassels of adjacent rows of corn. Records detasseling time and acreage covered.
May direct workers in method of pulling corn suckers. May recruit crewmembers and transport
them to fields. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master
Title.
401.161-010 FARMER, CASH GRAIN (agriculture) alternate titles: cash grain grower; grain farmer
Plants, cultivates, and harvests one or more grain crops, such
as barley, corn, rice, soybeans, and wheat, for cash sale: Selects and buys type and amount of
seed to be grown, taking into consideration local growing conditions and market demands.
Operates equipment to plow, disk, harrow, and fertilize ground and to plant grain. Plans
harvesting, considering ripeness and maturity of grain and weather conditions and operates
grain-harvesting equipment. Sells grain or stores grain for future sale. Directs activities of
workers. Hires and discharges workers. May be designated according to specific grain grown as
Corn Grower (agriculture); Rice Farmer (agriculture); Soybean Grower (agriculture); Wheat
Grower (agriculture).
401.683-010 FARMWORKER, GRAIN I (agriculture)
Drives and operates farm machinery to plant, cultivate,
harvest, and store grain crops, such as wheat, oats, rye, and corn: Attaches farm implements, such
as plow, disc, and drill, to tractor and drives tractor in fields to till soil and plant and cultivate
grain, according to instructions. Tows harvesting equipment or drives and operates self-propelled
combine to harvest crop. Performs variety of other duties, such as husking and shelling corn,
lubricating and repairing farm machinery, and unloading grain onto conveyors to storage bins or
elevators. May plan and schedule plowing, cultivating, and harvesting operations.
401.683-014 FARMWORKER, RICE (agriculture)
Drives and operates rice-farm machinery to prepare land, till
soil, build ditches and levees, and harvest rice crop: Hitches farm implements to tractor, and
drives tractor along existing swaths and contours of rice field to plow and level fields and build
or shore up ditches and levees of flood-irrigation system. Plants rice seed, or soaks rice seed in
water and loads germinated seed onto airplane for aerial seeding of field. Loads fertilizer and
weed killer into airplane, and stands at edge of field or positions markers indicating field pass by
airplane to prevent overlap and gaps during aerial spraying. Drives tractor with harrow
attachment over aerially seeded fields to cover seeds with dirt. Sets mowing controls and drives
combine through fields to cut and thresh rice, stopping to adjust controls when amount of grain
observed in chaff and amount of chaff observed in grain hoppers exceed allowable amounts.
Transfers grain from combine hopper to grain truck, using transfer auger. Patrols irrigation
ditches to detect obstructions and earthen deterioration, and removes debris and shores-up levees
and ditches with shovel to ensure complete flooding of fields. Starts irrigation pumps, removes
levee gates, and breaks apart levees to flood or drain field sections as directed. Performs
miscellaneous duties, such as cleaning and lubricating farm equipment, loading and unloading
trucks, and repairing buildings and fences.
401.687-010 FARMWORKER, GRAIN II (agriculture)
Performs variety of manual tasks appropriate for grain crop
being cultivated and harvested: Cultivates and thins crops, using hoe. Removes undesirable and
excess growth, such as tassels, suckers, and weeds, by hand. Carries supplies, such as bags and
baling wires, to workers in fields. Clears irrigation ditches, using shovel. Loads and unloads
trucks. Repairs fences and buildings, using carpenter's handtools. Cleans and lubricates farm
machines. May be identified with task being performed, such as hoeing, detasseling, and picking;
or with crop being worked, such as hybrid seed-corn, field beans and peas, and wheat.
402 VEGETABLE FARMING OCCUPATIONS This group includes occupations concerned with growing and harvesting vegetable crops. Occupations concerned with growing and harvesting potatoes, sugar beets, and sugarcane are classified in Group 404. Occupations concerned with growing vegetables in a controlled environment, such as in greenhouses and sheds, are classified in Group 405.
402.131-010 SUPERVISOR, VEGETABLE FARMING (agriculture) alternate titles: field supervisor
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
planting, cultivating, and harvesting vegetable crops: Discusses seasonal crop-growing activities
with management to determine sequence of operations and supplies, machinery, and work force
needs. Assigns duties, such as tilling soil, planting, weeding, fertilizing, irrigating, harvesting,
and maintaining machines, to subordinates, and specifies machines, tools, and supplies to be
used. Observes workers to detect inefficient and unsafe work procedures, and demonstrates
approved procedures. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry)
Master Title. May supervise workers engaged in mechanical repairs. May requisition machinery
parts and record purchase data.
402.161-010 FARMER, VEGETABLE (agriculture) alternate titles: garden farmer; vegetable grower
Raises vegetables: Determines kind and amount of crop to be
grown, according to market conditions, weather, and size and location of farm. Selects and
purchases seed, fertilizer, and farm machinery and arranges with buyers for sale of crop. Hires
and directs farm workers engaged in planting, cultivating, and harvesting crop, such as beans,
onions, and peas. Performs various duties of farm workers, depending on size and nature of farm,
including setting up and operating farm machinery. May grow vegetables in greenhouse to
produce out-of-season crops. May grow variety of vegetables and be designated Truck Farmer
(agriculture). May specialize in growing single vegetable and be designated by name of
vegetable as Onion Farmer (agriculture).
402.663-010 FARMWORKER, VEGETABLE I (agriculture)
Drives and operates farm machinery to plant, cultivate, and
harvest vegetables, such as peas, lettuce, tomatoes, and lima beans: Attaches farm implements,
such as plow, planter, fertilizer applicator, and harvester, to tractor and drives tractor in fields to
prepare soil and plant, fertilize, and harvest crops. Thins, hoes, and weeds row crops, using hand
implements. Irrigates land to provide sufficient moisture for crop growth, using irrigation method
appropriate to crop or locality. May mix spray solutions and spray crops. May supervise seasonal
workers and keep time records of workers. May use horse-drawn equipment to plant, cultivate,
and harvest crops. May adjust and maintain farm machinery. May be identified with crop raised.
402.687-010 FARMWORKER, VEGETABLE II (agriculture) alternate titles: garden worker; laborer, vegetable farm; vegetable worker
Plants, cultivates, and harvests vegetables, working as
crewmember: Dumps seed into hopper of planter towed by tractor. Rides on planter and brushes
debris from seed spouts that discharge seeds into plowed furrow. Plants roots and bulbs, using
hoe or trowel. Covers plants with sheet or caps of treated cloth or paper to protect plants from
weather. Weeds and thins blocks of plants, using hoe or spoon-shaped tool. Transplants
seedlings, using hand transplanter or by placing seedlings in rotating planting wheel while riding
on power-drawn transplanter. Sets bean poles and strings them with wire or twine. Closes and
ties leaves over heads of cauliflower and other cabbage and cabbagelike plants. Picks, cuts, pulls,
or lifts crops to harvest them. Ties vegetables in bunches and removes tops from root crops.
Pitches vine crops into viner (pea or bean shelling machine), using pitchfork or electric fork and
boom, and cleans up spilled vines. May participate in irrigation activities. May be identified with
work assigned, such as blocking, cutting, and stringing, or with crop raised, such as asparagus,
beans, and celery.
402.687-014 HARVEST WORKER, VEGETABLE (agriculture)
Harvests vegetables, such as cucumbers, onions, lettuce, and
sweet corn, by hand or using knife, according to method appropriate for type of vegetable:
Ascertains picking assignment from supervisor and places work aids, such as buckets and tie
wires, in assigned area. Picks vegetable from plant, pulls vegetable from plant or soil, or cuts
vegetable from stem or root. Puts vegetables in container or lays bunches of vegetables along
row for collection. Carries containers or armloads of bunched vegetables to collection point.
Loads vegetables on trucks or field conveyors. May tie vegetables into specified size bunches,
using wires or rubber bands. May cut top foliage from root vegetables, using knife. May wash
vegetables. May be identified with tasks performed, such as picking, cutting, bunching, and
washing; or with crop harvested as cucumbers, lettuce, onions, radishes, and sweet corn.
403 FRUIT AND NUT FARMING OCCUPATIONS This group includes occupations concerned with growing and harvesting fruit and nut crops. Occupations concerned with propagating and growing plants and tree stock for fruit and nut farms are classified in Group 405.
403.131-010 SUPERVISOR, TREE-FRUIT-AND-NUT FARMING (agriculture) alternate titles: supervisor, grove; supervisor, orchard
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
cultivating, pruning, spraying, thinning, propping, and harvesting tree crops, such as apples,
lemons, oranges, peaches, and pecans: Assigns trees, rows, or blocks of trees to workers. Directs
workers in spacing, thinning, irrigating, fertilizing, spraying, and pruning trees and in harvesting
fruit. Issues ladders, pruning tools, and picking bags or buckets to workers. Inspects harvested
fruit for bruises, maturity, and improper harvesting defects. Performs other duties as described
under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May dig up soil samples from various
locations in grove to send to laboratory for analysis, using auger or shovel. May examine trees
for blight and insect infestation and record degree of damage and location of affected trees. May
requisition and purchase farm supplies, such as insecticides and machinery lubricants. May hire
and discharge workers. May prepare daily tally sheets of worker hours and production.
403.131-014 SUPERVISOR, VINE-FRUIT FARMING (agriculture)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
planting, cultivating, and harvesting berry crops, such as cranberries and grapes: Confers with
manager to evaluate weather and soil conditions and to develop plans and procedures. Hires
workers and explains and demonstrates field work-techniques and safety-regulations to
inexperienced workers. Assigns duties, such as tilling soil, planting, cultivating, and spraying
vines, and gathering berries, to farmworkers and oversees work activities. Attaches farm
implement, such as disc, planter, and fertilizer, and herbicide spreader, to tractor, and drives
tractor in fields to plant and cultivate vines. Performs other duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May adjust and repair farm machinery. May irrigate
fields. May cut plant runners and uprights to thin vines and stimulate growth, using pruning
tools. May be identified according to location as Cranberry-Farm Supervisor (agriculture);
Vineyard Supervisor (agriculture).
403.161-010 FARMER, TREE-FRUIT-AND-NUT CROPS (agriculture) alternate titles: orchardist
Plants and cultivates trees, such as apple, orange, and walnut,
and harvests fruit and nut crops, applying knowledge of horticulture and market conditions:
Determines varieties and quantities of trees to be grown, acreage to be tilled, and employees to
be hired. Selects and purchases tree stock and farm machines, implements, and supplies. Decides
when and how to plant, bud, graft, cultivate, irrigate, and prune trees and harvest crop, based on
knowledge of tree-crop culture. Attaches farm implements, such as plow, disc, and harrow, to
tractor and drives tractor in fields to till soil. Plants root stock, applies fertilizers, insecticides,
and fungicides, and irrigates fields. Prunes growing trees to develop desired size and shape.
Assigns duties to farmhands and explains orchard work techniques and safety regulations to
inexperienced workers. Maintains employee and financial records. Arranges with buyers for sale
of crops. Lubricates, adjusts, and makes minor repairs on farm machinery, implements, and
equipment, using oilcan, grease gun, and handtools. May bud and graft stock. May plant ground
crops to shade ground, conserve moisture, and improve soil. May be designated according to
crop grown as Apple Grower (agriculture); Cherry Grower (agriculture); Filbert Grower
(agriculture); Lemon Grower (agriculture); Nut Orchardist (agriculture); Orange Grower
(agriculture). May be designated: Peach Grower (agriculture); Pecan Grower (agriculture);
Tung-Nut Grower (agriculture); Walnut Grower (agriculture).
403.161-014 FARMER, FRUIT CROPS, BUSH AND VINE (agriculture) alternate titles: berry grower
Plants and cultivates fruit bushes and vines and harvests
crops, such as grapes, cranberries, and strawberries, applying knowledge of growth
characteristics of specific varieties and soil, climate, and market conditions: Determines varieties
and quantities of plants to be grown, acreage to be tilled, and employees to be hired. Selects and
purchases plant stock and farm machines, implements, and supplies. Decides when and how to
plant, bud, graft, prune, sucker, cultivate and irrigate plants, and harvest crop, based on
knowledge of vine-crop culture. Attaches farm implements, such as harrow and ditcher, to tractor
and drives tractor in fields to till soil. Drives and operates farm machinery to spray fertilizers,
herbicides, and pesticides and haul fruit boxes. Hires, assigns duties to, and oversees activities of
seasonal workers engaged in tilling and irrigating soil, pruning plants, and harvesting and
marketing crop. Demonstrates and explains farm work techniques and safety regulations.
Maintains employee and financial records. Makes arrangements with buyers for sale and
shipment of crop. May make arrangements with AIRPLANE PILOT (agriculture) 196.263-010
to spray and dust fertilizers and pesticides on planted acreage. May install irrigation system(s)
and irrigate fields. May set poles, string wires on poles to form trellises, and tie vines and canes
to trellis wires. May prune vines and canes to size and shape growth. May lubricate, adjust, and
make minor repairs on farm machinery, implements, and equipment, using oilcan, grease gun,
and handtools, such as hammer and wrench. May be designated according to crop grown as
Blueberry Grower (agriculture); Cranberry Grower (agriculture); Grape Grower (agriculture);
Raspberry Grower (agriculture); Strawberry Grower (agriculture).
403.683-010 FARMWORKER, FRUIT I (agriculture)
Drives and operates farm machinery to plant, cultivate, spray,
and harvest fruit and nut crops, such as apples, oranges, strawberries, and pecans: Attaches farm
implements, such as plow, planter, fertilizer applicator, and harvester to tractor and drives tractor
in fields to prepare soil and plant, fertilize, and harvest crops. Mixes chemical ingredients and
sprays trees, vines, and grounds with solutions to control insects, fungus and weed growth, and
diseases. Removes excess growth from trees and vines to improve fruit quality, using pruning
saws and clippers. Irrigates soil, using portable-pipe or ditch system. Picks fruit during harvest.
Drives truck or tractor to transport materials, supplies, workers, and products. Makes adjustments
and minor repairs to farm machinery. May thin blossoms, runners, and immature fruit to obtain
better-quality fruit. May select, cut, and graft stock-wood (scion) onto tree stem or trunk to
propagate fruit and nut trees. May spray trees in spring to loosen and remove surplus fruit, and in
fall to prevent early dropping and discoloration of fruit. May prop limbs to prevent them from
breaking under weight of fruit. May start fans that circulate air or light smudge pots or torches to
prevent frost damage. May be identified with work being performed, such as picking, plowing,
and spraying; or according to crop worked such as cherries, cranberries, lemons, or walnuts.
403.687-010 FARMWORKER, FRUIT II (agriculture)
Performs any combination of following tasks involved in
planting, cultivating, and harvesting fruits and nuts, such as cranberries, apples, and pecans,
according to instructions from supervisor or farmer: Tills soil, plants stock, prunes trees and
bushes, and removes suckers and runners from vines and plants, using tools such as shovels,
hoes, tampers, pruning hooks, and shears. Sprays plants with prescribed herbicides, fungicides,
and pesticides to control diseases and insects. Removes blossoms and thins fruit to improve fruit
quality. Harvests fruit [HARVEST WORKER, FRUIT (agriculture) 403.687-018]. May light
smudge pots and torches or start wind machines that heat and circulate air about crop during cold
weather to minimize frost damage. May lay out irrigation pipes, install sprinklers, and open and
adjust water valves and gates to irrigate assigned fields. May repair wire fences and farm
buildings, using handtools such as hammers and saws. May load and unload trucks. May guide
harvester discharge spout over wooden bins to load fruit on trailer. May bag or box harvested
fruit. May lay harvested fruit on trays in sun to sun-dry fruit. May clean, lubricate, and adjust
farm machinery, such as weeders and harvesters, using tools such as wrenches and grease guns.
May clear and burn roots and brush and gather ladders and containers to clean fields. May be
identified with tasks being performed, such as thinning, smudging, and picking. May be
designated according to crop grown as Farmworker, Berry (agriculture); Farmworker, Cranberry
(agriculture); or according to work location as Laborer, Orchard (agriculture); Laborer, Vineyard
(agriculture).
403.687-014 FIG CAPRIFIER (agriculture)
Facilitates pollination of fig trees: Selects and picks mature
figs which contain wasps or other small insects and places figs in hamper. Transfers figs from
hampers to containers attached to infertile trees where wasps and other insects grow to maturity
and expedite pollination.
403.687-018 HARVEST WORKER, FRUIT (agriculture) alternate titles: fruit picker
Harvests fruits and nuts, such as cherries, strawberries,
grapes, oranges, and pecans, according to method appropriate for type of fruit, by hand or using
tools, such as shears, rubber mallet, pronged scoop, or hooked pole: Carries and positions work
aids, such as ladders, canvas drop cloths, and buckets. Selects fruit to be harvested, according to
size, shape, and color. Grasps, twists, and pulls fruit, snips stems, and shakes trees and vines to
separate crop from plant and places fruit into bags, buckets, or trays, exercising care to avoid
plant and fruit damage. Empties filled containers into collection boxes and bins. May stand on
ladders or elevated platforms, stoop over plants, or crawl along rows to reach fruit. May measure
fruit, using gauges. May pour fruit through screens when removing foreign matter, such as twigs
and grasses. May position hand held vibrating device against branches of bushes to shake ripe
fruit from branches. May dump fruit from containers onto conveyors or load containers onto
trucks or wagons. May remove ladders, debris, boxes, and discarded fruit from fields and bogs to
clean growing areas. May collect fallen nuts into piles, using rake. May carry and position
irrigation pipes. May be identified with tasks being performed, such as rhubarb trimming,
cranberry screening, and walnut knocking.
403.687-022 VINE PRUNER (agriculture)
Prunes berry vines according to specific instructions: Walks
along berry-plant row and observes plant foliage to ascertain vines requiring pruning. Cuts away
excessive vine-growth, using pruning knife and shears.
404 FIELD CROP FARMING OCCUPATIONS, N.E.C. This group includes occupations concerned with growing and harvesting field crops, such as cotton, peanuts, potatoes, sugar beets, sugarcane, and tobacco; and miscellaneous crops, such as castor and mung beans, dill, ginseng, hops, and sesame. These crops usually require processing before being sold to the consumer and miscellaneous crops are those that cannot be classified as grain, vegetable, fruit, nut, horticultural, or field crops.
404.131-010 SUPERVISOR, FIELD-CROP FARMING (agriculture)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
preparing fields and planting, cultivating, and harvesting crop specialties, such as cotton, mint,
tobacco, and hops: Confers with manager to evaluate soil and weather conditions and to develop
plans and procedures. Inspects fields and observes growing plants and harvested crop to
determine work requirements, such as cultivating, spraying, thinning, weeding, irrigating,
harvesting, and drying, according to time of year and condition of soil, plants, and crops.
Determines number and kind of workers needed to perform required work and schedules
activities. Inspects work performed, observes instrument and gauge readings, ascertains
condition of crop, and performs related duties to verify worker adherence to instructions.
Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May hire
workers. May train workers in work procedures, safety policies, and use of machinery and tools.
May oversee packaging and transporting of harvested crop. May drive and operate farm
machinery, such as tractor, baler, and self-propelled harvester. May examine machinery to
ascertain maintenance, repair, and replacement requirements, and supervise workers engaged in
machinery-maintenance activities. May issue tools to workers. May be designated Driver
(agriculture) when supervising cotton workers. May be identified with crop grown.
404.131-014 SUPERVISOR, SHED WORKERS (agriculture) alternate titles: shed boss
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
curing tobacco leaves on farm: Reads work schedule and ascertains number of available workers
on day-haul bus. Assigns workers to tasks, such as stringing, handling, and hanging tobacco
leaves for drying. Enforces company rules to promote safety and prevent waste. Investigates
grievances and settles disputes to maintain harmony among workers. Keeps production records.
Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
404.161-010 FARMER, FIELD CROP (agriculture)
Plants, cultivates, and harvests specialty crops, such as
alfalfa, cotton, hops, peanuts, mint, sugarcane, and tobacco, applying knowledge of growth
characteristics of individual crop, and soil, climate, and market conditions: Determines number
and kind of employees to be hired, acreage to be tilled, and varieties and quantities of plants to be
grown. Selects and purchases plant stock and farm machinery, implements, and supplies. Decides
when and how to plant, cultivate, and irrigate plants and harvest crops, applying knowledge of
plant culture. Attaches farm implements, such as plow, disc, and seed drill to tractor and drives
tractor in fields to till soil and plant and cultivate crops. Drives and operates farm machinery to
spray fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides and haul harvested crops. Hires, assigns duties to, and
oversees activities of farm workers. Demonstrates and explains farm work techniques and safety
regulations to new workers. Maintains employee and financial records. Arranges with buyers for
sale and shipment of crop. May install irrigation system(s) and irrigate fields. May set poles and
string wires and twine on poles to form trellises. May lubricate, adjust, and make minor repairs
on farm machinery, implements, and equipment, using mechanic's handtools and work aids. May
plant seeds in cold-frame bed and cover bed with cloth or glass to protect seedlings from
weather. May transplant seedlings in rows, by hand or using transplanter machine. May grade
and package crop for marketing. May be designated according to crop grown as Cotton Grower
(agriculture); Ginseng Farmer (agriculture); Hay Farmer (agriculture); Hop Grower (agriculture);
Peanut Farmer (agriculture); Sugarcane Planter (agriculture); Tobacco Grower (agriculture).
404.663-010 FARMWORKER, FIELD CROP I (agriculture)
Performs following duties to prepare fields and plant,
cultivate, and harvest field crops, such as cotton and hops: Attaches farm implements, such as
disk harrow and weed cutter, to tractor, using bolts and mechanic's handtools. Drives tractor to
field and tows attached implement back and forth across field or between crop rows,
manipulating levers that activate and position implement parts to till soil. Loads and drives truck
to transport farm supplies and tools, such as fertilizer and pesticide chemicals, trellis poles and
wires, hoes and shovels, harvested crops, and farm workers to specified locations. Drives and
operates self-propelled harvest machine to harvest crop. Adds oil, gasoline, and water to
appropriate tanks on machinery. Makes minor mechanical adjustments and repairs on farm
machinery, paints farm structures, and replaces fence and trellis wires when weather and season
preclude driving activities. May irrigate fields. May oversee work crew engaged in planting,
weeding, or harvesting activities. May weigh crop-filled containers and record weights. May
spray fertilizer and pesticide solutions in assigned areas.
404.685-010 SEED-POTATO ARRANGER (agriculture)
Tends machine that cuts potatoes into sections of uniform size
for use as seed: Pushes button to start machinery that carries potatoes to, through, and from cutter
blades. Arranges potatoes, according to size, on feed conveyor in line with knives. Discards
diseased and rotting potatoes. Monitors potato flow and observes machinery operation to detect
jams and malfunctions. Clears jams, and reports malfunctions to supervisor. Rakes up potatoes
and potato sections that have fallen from conveyors.
404.686-010 SEED CUTTER (agriculture) alternate titles: cutter; potato-seed cutter
Cuts seed potatoes into sections of uniform size for
mechanical planting, using any of following methods: (1) Cuts potato into sections containing
one or more eyes, using paring knife or draws potato along knife attached to table. (2) Dumps
potatoes into hopper of machine that cuts potatoes in half. (3) Places potatoes on revolving arms
of machine that cuts potatoes into quarters.
404.687-010 FARMWORKER, FIELD CROP II (agriculture)
Plants, cultivates, and harvests field crops, such as cotton,
hops, and tobacco, working as crewmember: Plants seeds or digs up and transplants seedlings
and sets, using handtools such as hoes and scoops. Chops out weeds, thins plants to leave sturdier
plants spaced at regular intervals, and hills up soil around plant roots to retain moisture and
protect roots from temperature extremes, using hoe. Cuts vines from trellis, using knife, or pulls
leaves from stalks to harvest crop. Stacks or packs crop in containers and loads containers on
trucks or wagons. May propagate plants in covered cold-frame beds and pull up seedlings to be
transplanted. May set up poles, string wires and twine among poles to form trellises, and secure
plants and cloth netting to trellis structure to support growing plants and provide shade. May cut
or pull away tops, leaves, and suckers from plants during growing season. May spray fungicides
and pesticides on plants to destroy diseases and insects, using hand or engine-powered pump
sprayer. May stack empty harvest containers in field area. May sharpen hoes, using portable
grinding wheel and hand file. May be identified with task performed, such as pole setting, raking,
suckering, and picking, or according to crop as Cotton Farmworker (agriculture); Hops
Farmworker (agriculture); Tobacco Farmworker (agriculture).
404.687-014 HARVEST WORKER, FIELD CROP (agriculture)
Harvests field crops, such as broomcorn, cotton, hops,
peanuts, sugarcane, and tobacco, working as crewmember: Walks, stoops, crawls, or sits between
plant rows to reach harvestable crop. Pulls, twists, or cuts fibers, leaves, stalks, straw, or vines,
selected according to color, size, and shape, from bolls, roots, stalks, or trellises; by hand or
using knife, machete, or sickle. Collects crop into containers, such as bags, boxes, and bundles,
or piles and stacks crop in windrows. Picks up and carries bundles, bales, containers, or stacks of
harvested crop to collection point, and loads crop onto truck or wagon, by hand or using hoist or
hooks. May tie leaves, stalks, straws, or vines into bundles, using twine, clamps, or rubber bands.
May shake dirt from vines and stack vines or straw around stakes or stalks, by hand or using
pitchfork, to protect crop from weathering on damp soil. May gather up and load scattered
leaves, vines, or pods on truck. May burn debris, leaves, and stalks. May be identified with duties
performed, such as cutting, picking, carrying, and loading; or with crop worked, such as alfalfa,
mint, and sugar beets.
405 HORTICULTURAL SPECIALTY OCCUPATIONS This group includes occupations concerned with propagating and raising products, such as nursery stock, flowers, flowering plants, flower seeds, bulbs, and turf grasses. Also included are occupations concerned with growing food crops, such as mushrooms and rhubarb, which require controlled environmental conditions. Occupations concerned with propagating, raising, and transplanting forest trees are classified in Group 451.
405.131-010 SUPERVISOR, HORTICULTURAL-SPECIALTY FARMING (agriculture) alternate titles: green house manager; harvesting manager
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
propagating, cultivating, and harvesting horticultural specialties, such as trees, shrubs, flowering
plants, flowers, and mushrooms, applying knowledge of environmental-control structures,
systems, and techniques and plant culture: Discusses plant growing activities with management
personnel to plan planting and picking schedules and employee assignments; obtain authorization
for changes in fertilizer, herbicide, and pesticide application techniques and formulas; resolve
problems; and develop procedures for new species in product line and new cultivation
techniques. Observes plants and flowers in greenhouses, pots, cold frames, and fields to ascertain
condition, such as leaf texture and bloom size; and oversees changes in humidity and temperature
levels and cultivation procedures to ensure conformance with quality control standards. Prepares
and assigns work schedules. Trains new employees in gardening techniques, such as
transplanting and weeding, and grading and packaging activities. Inspects facilities for signs of
disrepair, such as missing glass panes and clogged sprinklers, and delegates repair duties to
ensure refurbishing or replacement of parts in environmental-control structures and systems. May
drive and operate heavy machinery, such as dump truck, four-wheeled tractor, and growth-media
tiller, to handle materials and supplies. May perform variety of duties involving propagation,
care, and marketing of plants and crops. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR
(any industry) Master Title. May be identified according to kind of establishment as Greenhouse
Superintendent (agriculture); or crop as Mushroom-Growing Supervisor (agriculture); Orchid
Superintendent (agriculture).
405.137-010 SUPERVISOR, ROSE-GRADING (agriculture) alternate titles: head rose grader
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
grading flowers according to size and appearance characteristics, and packaging customer orders
in greenhouse: Reads inventory records, customer orders, and shipping schedules to ascertain
day's activity requirements. Assigns duties to subordinates and informs workers of departures
from established routines. Collects, reviews, and compares daily work tallies, and looks at and
feels flower bunches and rejected flowers to ascertain quantity and quality of subordinates' work.
Prepares and submits written and oral reports of personnel actions, such as performance
evaluations, hires, promotions, and discipline. Explains and demonstrates grading techniques and
packing procedures to train new workers. Grades and packs flowers, according to specifications,
to maintain workflow during emergencies and periods of increased work load. Performs other
duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
405.161-010 BONSAI CULTURIST (agriculture) alternate titles: dwarf tree grower
Grows dwarf (Bonsai) trees: Selects seedlings or other small
trees suitable for Bonsai. Stunts plant growth, using root and branch pruning techniques and soil
and fertilizer mixtures. Trains limbs and branches to achieve artistic shape, using cutters and
wires. Arranges plantings in containers, selected according to style, size, and shape
complimentary to arrangement, and adds decorative materials, such as rocks, moss, and mirrors.
405.161-014 HORTICULTURAL-SPECIALTY GROWER, FIELD (agriculture)
Propagates and grows horticultural-specialty products and
crops, such as seeds, bulbs, rootstocks, sod, ornamental plants, and cut flowers: Plans acreage
utilization and work schedules, according to knowledge of crop culture, climate and market
conditions, seed, bulb, or rootstock availability, and employable work force and machinery.
Attaches farm implements, such as disk and fertilizer spreader, to tractor and drives tractor in
fields to till soil and plant and cultivate crop. Inspects fields periodically to ascertain nutrient
deficiencies, detect insect, disease, and pest infestations, and identify foreign-plant growth, and
selects, purchases, and schedules materials, such as fertilizers and herbicides, to ensure quality
control. Hires field workers; assigns their duties according to scheduled activities, such as
planting, irrigating, weeding, and harvesting; and oversees their activities. Maintains personnel
and production records. Arranges with customers for sale of crop. May oversee activities, such as
product cleaning, grading, and packaging. May provide customer services, such as planning and
building planters, walls, and patios, and planting and caring for landscape and display
arrangements. May bud or graft scion stock on plantings to alter growth characteristics. May
develop new variations of species specialty to produce crops with specialized market-appeal,
such as disease resistance or color brilliance. May cultivate out-of-season seedlings and crops,
using greenhouse. May cultivate cover crop, such as hay or rye, in rotation with horticultural
specialty to rejuvenate soil. May drive and operate self-propelled harvesting machine. May
lubricate, adjust, and make minor repairs on farm machinery and equipment. May build, remove,
and repair farm structures, such as fences and sheds. May be designated according to crop as
Bulb Grower (agriculture); Flower Grower (agriculture); Grass Farmer (agriculture); Rose
Grower (agriculture); Seed Grower (agriculture); Shrub Grower (agriculture).
405.161-018 HORTICULTURAL-SPECIALTY GROWER, INSIDE (agriculture)
Grows horticultural-specialty products and crops, such as
flowers, ornamental plants, and vegetables, under environmentally controlled conditions,
applying knowledge of plant culture, environmental-control systems and structures, and market
conditions: Determines types and quantities of plantings to grow; allocates space in structure,
such as greenhouse or shed; and schedules growing activities. Plants seeds and transplants
seedlings in material, such as bark, gravel, heated water, sandy soil, and stable straw to propagate
seeds and nursery stock. Removes substandard plants to maintain quality control, prunes plants
to enhance development, and positions plants to artistically display products. Monitors timing
and metering devices that control frequency, amount, and type of nutrient applications; regulate
humidity, ventilation, and carbon dioxide conditions; and dispense herbicides, fungicides, and
pesticides. Explains and demonstrates care-taking techniques to subordinates. May assign their
duties. May hire workers. May maintain personnel and production records. May deal with
vendors to purchase supplies and materials, and arrange with customers to sell products and
crops. May be identified with crop as Bean-Sprout Grower (agriculture); Mushroom Grower
(agriculture); Orchid Grower (agriculture); or technique as Hydroponics Grower (agriculture).
405.361-010 PLANT PROPAGATOR (agriculture)
Propagates plants, such as orchids and rhododendrons,
applying knowledge of environmental controls and plant culture: Confers with management
personnel to ascertain type and number of species to propagate and to develop and revise nutrient
formulas and environmental-control specifications. Selects materials according to kind of plant;
mixes growth media; and prepares containers, such as jars, pots, and trays. Initiates new plant
growth, using methods such as following: (1) Cuts leaves, stems, or rhizomes from parent plant
and places cuttings in growth media. (2) Bends, covers, or buries branches of parent plant in soil,
securing branches with pegs or rocks. (3) Wounds stems of parent plant, using sharp knife,
inserts pebble into wound, and binds wound with moss, burlap, or raffia. (4) Plants meristem and
seeds in growth media. (5) Breaks off or cuts apart and plants roots, crowns, and tubers from
parent plant. Inspects growing area to ascertain temperature and humidity conditions, and
regulates systems of heaters, fans, and sprayers to ensure conformance with specifications. Gives
transplanting and cultivation instructions to coworkers, and monitors activities to assure
adherence to established plant-culture procedures. May graft or divide developing plants to
promote altered growth characteristics. May log activities, maintain propagation records, and
compile periodic reports.
405.683-010 FARMWORKER, BULBS (agriculture)
Performs any combination of following tasks involved with
driving, operating, and maintaining farm machinery and equipment, planting, cultivating, and
harvesting flower bulbs and flowers, and maintaining structures on nursery acreage or in
greenhouse: Hitches farm implements, such as plow and disk, to tractor, and drives tractor while
operating implements to till soil and plant, fertilize, cultivate, dust, and spray crops, such as tulip,
hyacinth, and begonia. Adjusts conveyor speeds and height of digging mechanism, using wrench,
and drives and operates harvesting machine to dig up bulbs, applying knowledge of terrain
contours and type of bulb being harvested. Participates in indoor activities, such as setting
flowers in chilled-water troughs, packing flowers in cartons, stacking cartons on pallets,
handtrucking containers of flowers and bulbs to designated areas in warehouse or greenhouse,
and repairing boxes. Loads truck with containers of bulbs or flowers, and drives truck to deliver
products. Repairs and paints farm structures, using ladder, brushes, and carpentry handtools.
Washes, paints, lubricates, and participates in repair of farm machinery, using mechanic's
handtools.
405.683-014 GROWTH-MEDIA MIXER, MUSHROOM (agriculture)
Drives and operates machinery, such as crane loader, dump
truck, and manure-turning machine, to move and treat straw and manure and dirt for use in
mushroom beds: Operates crane loader to scoop wet manure from wet pit and dry manure from
dry stack and dumps dry and wet manure into dump truck bed. Drives dump truck to haul manure
to shed-covered area and dumps manure into rows. Drives dump truck loaded with dirt to rows of
manure and moves levers to dump dirt over manure. Operates manure-turning machine to turn
and mix manure with dirt and specified additives. Drives scoop loader to push manure from place
to place on mushroom farm and to load manure onto trucks.
405.684-010 BUDDER (agriculture)
Buds field-grown rose plants with hybrid buds during
rose-growing season: Crouches over rows of rose plants to reach plant rootstock. Cuts T-shaped
incision on rootstock and opens incision, using budding knife. Slices hybrid bud from scion
wood and inserts bud into incision. Observes tying of buds to ensure quality of tie. Repeats
procedure, rapidly, throughout work period to maintain production.
405.684-014 HORTICULTURAL WORKER I (agriculture)
Plants, cultivates, and harvests horticultural specialties, such
as flowers and shrubs, and performs related duties in environmentally controlled structure,
applying knowledge of environmental systems: Ascertains growing schedules and deviations
from established procedures from grower or manager. Sows seed and plants cuttings. Looks at
and feels leaf texture, bloom development, and soil condition to determine nutrient and moisture
requirements and to detect and identify germ and pest infestations. Sets fertilizer timing and
metering devices that control frequency and amount of nutrients to be introduced into irrigation
system. Applies herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides to destroy undesirable growth and pests,
using spray wand connected to solution tank. Reads and interprets sensing indicators and
regulates humidity, ventilation, and carbon dioxide systems to control environmental conditions.
Grafts scions to seedling stock. Pollinates, prunes, transplants, and pinches plants, and culls
flowers, branches, fruit, and plants to ensure development of marketable products. Harvests,
packs, and stores crop, using techniques appropriate for individual horticultural specialty. May
maintain and repair hydroponic and environmental control systems. May mix planting soil,
following prescribed procedures. May record information, such as chemicals used, grafting
performed, and environmental conditions, to maintain required records. May maintain and repair
structures, using materials, such as corrugated fiberglass panels, lath, glass panes, and putty, and
tools, such as hammer, saw, and putty knife. May be designated according to work location as
Greenhouse Worker (agriculture); according to techniques employed as Hydroponics Worker
(agriculture); or according to horticultural specialty as Orchid Worker (agriculture).
405.687-010 FLOWER PICKER (agriculture)
Harvests flowers, such as daffodils and tulips, working as
member of crew: Pinches or cuts flower stem to remove flower from plant. Bundles specified
number of stems, using rubberband, and carries bundles to collection box.
405.687-014 HORTICULTURAL WORKER II (agriculture)
Performs any combination of following duties concerned with
preparing soil and growth media, cultivating, and otherwise participating in horticultural
activities under close supervision on acreage, in nursery, or in environmentally controlled
structure, such as greenhouse and shed: Hauls and spreads topsoil, fertilizer, peat moss, and other
materials to condition land. Digs, rakes, and screens soil, and fills cold frames and hot beds to
prepare them for planting. Fills growing tanks with water. Plants, sprays, weeds, and waters
plants, shrubs, and trees. Sows grass seed and plants plugs of sod and cuts, rolls, and stacks sod.
Prepares scion and ties buds to assist worker budding roses. Traps and poisons pests, such as
moles, gophers, and mice. Plants shrubs and plants in containers. Ties, bunches, wraps, and
packs flowers, plants, shrubs, and trees to fill orders. Moves containerized shrubs and trees, using
wheelbarrow. Digs up shrubs and trees, and wraps their roots with burlap. May dip rose cuttings
into vat to disinfect cuttings prior to storage. May fold and staple corrugated forms to make
boxes used for packing horticultural products. May be designated according to employing
establishment as Grass-Farm Laborer (agriculture); Greenhouse Laborer (agriculture); Nursery
Laborer (agriculture); Rose-Farm Laborer (agriculture); or according to horticultural specialty as
Bean-Sprout Laborer (agriculture); Mushroom Laborer (agriculture).
405.687-018 TRANSPLANTER, ORCHID (agriculture)
Transplants orchids in greenhouse, according to specific
instructions: Slides meristem from jars of nutrient solution, or lifts plants from trays or pots.
Trims and cleans plant roots, using knife, tweezers, water, and fungicide. Spreads pebbles and
inert growth-media in planting containers, positions plant on media, adds and presses media
around roots, and sprinkles surface with water and fertilizer solution. Records species code and
planting date on plastic marker, and inserts marker in container. Places planted orchids on
designated greenhouse shelves. Washes jars and lids in sanitizing solution, and carries them to
laboratory.
406 GARDENING AND GROUNDSKEEPING OCCUPATIONS This group includes occupations concerned with caring for areas, such as gardens, grounds, parks, and cemeteries. Landscaping occupations are classified in Group 408.
406.134-010 SUPERVISOR, CEMETERY WORKERS (real estate)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
preparing graves, maintaining cemetery grounds, and performing related work in cemetery:
Confers with manager to develop plans and schedules for routine maintenance of grounds and
graves and to ascertain number, nature, and time schedule for priority activities, such as grave
digging and lining, grave-marker placement, and disinterments. Determines crew and equipment
requirements for each maintenance and priority activity and assigns specific tasks to
subordinates. Periodically observes ongoing work to ascertain if work is being performed
according to instructions and will be completed on schedule. Reassigns tasks of subordinates and
confers with manager to adjust activity schedules. Demonstrates and explains tasks, such as
pruning shrubs and finishing cement, and use of equipment, such as backhoe, power lawnmower,
and casket lowering device, to train new workers and improve performance of other workers.
Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May
supervise workers engaged in opening and closing mausoleum vaults. May supervise and oversee
graveside services to ensure services are performed according to instructions. May perform
minor repairs on equipment, using handtools and power tools and applying mechanical
knowledge. May supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in installation of water
and sewer lines, building and sealing of roads within cemetery, excavation of ground for preset
vaults, and movement of equipment by trailer.
406.134-014 SUPERVISOR, LANDSCAPE (museums; waterworks)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
maintenance of areas, such as parks, botanical gardens, and playgrounds: Plans landscaping
tasks, and instructs workers in taking care of nursery, planting of flowers, and transplanting and
pruning of trees and shrubbery. Directs workers in maintenance and repair of driveways, walks,
hedges, swings, benches, and other park equipment. Performs other duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May patrol parks to guard against vandalism and
destruction. May supervise workers engaged in maintenance of areas along highways, around
rest areas, and federal or state facilities and be designated Supervisor, Grounds (government
ser.); Supervisor, Rest Area (government ser.); or Supervisor, Park Workers (government ser.).
406.137-010 GREENSKEEPER I (any industry) alternate titles: greenskeeper, head
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
preserving grounds and turf of golf course in playing condition: Confers with
SUPERINTENDENT, GREENS (amuse. & rec.) 406.137-014 to plan and review work projects.
Determines work priority and assigns workers to specific tasks, such as fertilizing, irrigating,
seeding, mowing, raking, and spraying. Mixes and prepares recommended spray and dust
solutions. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
May direct and assist workers engaged in maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment. May
assist workers to perform more critical duties.
406.137-014 SUPERINTENDENT, GREENS (amuse. & rec.)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
constructing new areas and preserving golf course grounds: Plans work programs, utilizing
experience and established agronomic practices, to improve and maintain turf and playing
condition of course. Plans new areas or changes in course and directs workers engaged in
cultivation, grading, seeding, and sodding of area. Reviews test results of soil and turf samples
and directs application of fertilizer, lime, insecticide, and fungicide. Tours grounds to ascertain
work progress and condition of course. Inspects turf to designate height and frequency of
mowing, and determine need for supplemental irrigation to sustain or force growth. Reviews and
keeps employee time records. Interviews, hires, and discharges workers. Performs other duties as
described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May assign workers to short-course
training sessions related to course maintenance.
406.381-010 GARDENER, SPECIAL EFFECTS AND INSTRUCTION MODELS (motion picture; museums)
Plants trees, shrubs, grass, flowers, and similar plant life in
special display areas, such as motion picture sets and horticultural workshop beds, and as
instruction models, such as terrariums and dish gardens, according to written, oral, and illustrated
instructions and using gardening tools: Reads and studies instructions and discusses project with
supervisor to ascertain material and tool requirements. Collects horticultural items and gathers
materials, such as containers, charcoal, moss, and rock. Plants items, following plan and applying
knowledge of appropriate gardening techniques. May weed, water, and fertilize displays, sets,
and instruction models. May collect horticultural items, such as twigs, leaves, and flowers, for
use as instruction materials. May be designated Greens Planter (motion picture) when working
on motion picture sets.
406.683-010 GREENSKEEPER II (any industry) alternate titles: laborer, golf course
Performs any combination of following duties, as directed by
GREENSKEEPER (any industry) I, to maintain grounds and turf of golf course in playing
condition: Operates tractor, using specific attachments, to till, cultivate, and grade new turf areas,
to apply prescribed amounts of lime, fertilizer, insecticide, and fungicide, and to mow rough and
fairway areas at designated cut, exercising care not to injure turf or shrubs. Cuts turf on green and
tee areas, using hand mower and power mower. Connects hose and sprinkler systems at
designated points on course to irrigate turf. Digs and rakes ground to prepare new greens, grades
and cleans traps, and repairs roadbeds, using shovels, rakes, spades, and other tools. May plant,
trim, and spray trees and shrubs.
406.684-010 CEMETERY WORKER (real estate) alternate titles: gravedigger
Prepares graves and maintains cemetery grounds: Locates
grave site according to section, lot, and plot numbers, and marks area to be excavated. Removes
sod from gravesite, using shovel. Digs grave to specified depth, using pick and shovel or
backhoe. Places concrete slabs on bottom and around grave to line it. Mixes and pours concrete
to construct foundation for grave marker, using premixed concrete, wheelbarrow, and handtools.
Positions casket-lowering device on grave, covers dirt pile and sod with artificial grass carpet,
erects canopy, and arranges folding chairs to prepare site for burial service. Builds wooden forms
for concrete slabs, using hammer, saw, and nails. Sets grave marker in concrete on gravesite,
using shovel and trowel. Mows grass, using hand or power mower. Prunes shrubs, trims trees,
and plants flowers and shrubs on grave, using handtools. Removes leaves and other debris from
graves, using leaf blowers and weed eaters. May drive vehicles, such as backhoe, trucks, and
tractors. May repair and maintain tools and equipment, using handtools and power tools and
applying mechanical knowledge. May open and close mausoleum vaults, using handtools.
406.684-014 GROUNDSKEEPER, INDUSTRIAL-COMMERCIAL (any industry) alternate titles: caretaker, grounds; gardener
Maintains grounds of industrial, commercial, or public
property, performing any combination of following tasks: Cuts lawns, using hand mower or
power mower. Trims and edges around walks, flower beds, and walls, using clippers, weed
cutters, and edging tools. Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove
damaged leaves, branches, or twigs, using shears, pruners, or chain saw. Sprays lawn, shrubs,
and trees with fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides, using hand or automatic sprayer. Rakes and
bags or burns leaves, using rake. Cleans grounds and removes litter, using spiked stick or broom.
Shovels snow from walks and driveways. Spreads salt on public passage ways to prevent ice
buildup. Plants grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs, using gardening tools. Waters lawn and shrubs,
using hose or by activating fixed or portable sprinkler system. May repair fences, gates, walls,
and walks, using carpentry and masonry tools. May paint fences and outbuildings. May clean out
drainage ditches and culverts, using shovel and rake. May perform ground maintenance duties,
using tractor equipped with attachments, such as mowers, lime or fertilizer spreaders, lawn roller,
and snow removal equipment. May sharpen tools, such as weed cutters, edging tools, and shears,
using file or knife sharpener. May make minor repairs on equipment, such as lawn mower,
spreader, and snow removal equipment, using handtools and power tools. May perform variety of
laboring duties, common to type of employing establishment.
406.684-018 GARDEN WORKER (agriculture; museums) alternate titles: gardener-florist
Cultivates and cares for ornamental plants and installs floral
displays in indoor or outdoor settings through performance of any combination of following
duties as directed by supervisory personnel: Conditions and prepares soils and plants seeds,
seedlings, or bulbs in greenhouse or outdoor growing area, using spades, trowels, sprayers,
sprinklers, cultivators, and other gardening handtools and equipment. Fertilizes, waters, weeds,
transplants, or thins plants in growing areas. Mixes and applies pesticides to maintain health of
plants and prepare plants for installation in greenhouse or outdoor display areas. Lays sod or
artificial grass and builds framework for indoor floral displays, or prepares outdoor display beds
according to work plan. Transplants plants from growing area to display beds, or places potted
plants in beds according to work plans. Attends display beds to maintain health of plants and
beauty of display. Maintains and repairs gardening handtools and equipment and structures, such
as greenhouses and hot beds, using maintenance and carpentry tools. May mow lawns, prune
trees, and perform other duties to maintain grounds.
406.687-010 LANDSCAPE SPECIALIST (government ser.) alternate titles: park worker
Maintains grounds and areas along highway right-of-way of
city, state, and national parks: Sows grass seed, using spreader, or plants trees, shrubs, or flowers,
according to instructions and planned design of landscaped area, using handtools. Applies
herbicide or mulch to designated areas, using sprayers. Grubs and weeds around bushes, trees,
and flower beds. Trims hedges and prunes trees, using handtools. Mows lawns, using hand
mower or power-driven lawnmower. Picks up and burns or carts away paper and rubbish.
Repairs and paints benches, tables, and guardrails, and assists in repair of roads, walks, buildings,
and mechanical equipment, using handtools. May live on-site and be designated Campground
Caretaker (government ser.). May be referred to as Groundskeeper, Parks and Grounds
(government ser.).
407 DIVERSIFIED CROP FARMING OCCUPATIONS This group includes occupations concerned with growing and harvesting two or more kinds of crops, usually on the same farm.
407.131-010 SUPERVISOR, DIVERSIFIED CROPS (agriculture)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
planting, cultivating, and harvesting more than one kind of crop, such as vegetable, cash grain,
crop specialty, and fruit: Confers with management to evaluate weather and soil conditions and
to develop and revise plans and procedures. Directs workers in preparing soil and in planting,
cultivating, spraying, and harvesting crops, such as wheat, onions, sweet corn, and mint.
Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May
supervise workers engaged in maintenance and repair of farm machines and facilities, such as
mowers, root diggers, fences, and sheds. May adjust, lubricate, refuel and repair farm machines
and facilities. May drive and operate farm machinery, such as trucks, tractors, and self-propelled
harvesters. May compile and submit reports on farm conditions, such as machinery breakdowns,
crop diseases, and labor problems. May hire and discharge workers.
407.161-010 FARMER, DIVERSIFIED CROPS (agriculture)
Grows and harvests more than one kind of crop, such as fruit,
grain, vegetable, and specialty crop, applying market condition and agricultural knowledge
applicable to kinds of crops raised: Determines kinds and quantities of crops to grow according
to market conditions, weather, and farm size and location. Selects and purchases supplies, such
as seeds, fertilizers, and farm machinery, and arranges with buyers for sale of crops. Hires and
directs activities of farm workers engaged in tilling soil and planting, cultivating, and harvesting
crops. Performs various duties of farm workers, depending on farm size or season, including
setting up and operating farm machinery, such as truck, tractor, disk harrow, and self-propelled
harvester.
407.663-010 FARMWORKER, DIVERSIFIED CROPS I (agriculture)
Drives and operates farm machines to grow and harvest
combination of kinds of crops, such as grain, fruit, and vegetable: Attaches farm implements,
such as plow, seed drill, and manure spreader to tractor, and drives tractor and operates
implements in fields to till soil and plant, cultivate, and fertilize crops, such as sugar beets,
asparagus, wheat, onions, and mint. Thins and weeds plants, such as field corn, lima beans, fresh
peas, and dry beans, using handtools, such as hoes and shovels or power-drawn implement.
Irrigates fields to provide moisture for crop growth, according to irrigation method appropriate
for crops or locality. May mix chemical solutions, such as pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers,
and spray crops. May oversee activities of seasonal workers, and keep workers' time records.
May adjust and maintain farm machines.
407.687-010 FARMWORKER, DIVERSIFIED CROPS II (agriculture)
Performs any combination of following manual duties
involved in planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops on diversified-crop farm, such as wheat,
onion and sugar-beet farm and tomato and sweet-potato farm: Rides on planter and brushes
debris from furrow-plowing spouts. Plants roots and bulbs, using hoe or trowel. Transplants
seedlings, using hand transplanter. Covers plants to protect them from weather, using sheets or
caps of treated cloth or paper. Weeds and thins plants, using hoe or spoon-shaped tool. Sets out
poles and strings wires or twine to build trellises or fences. Positions and ties leaves or tendrils of
plants, such as watermelons and cabbages, to promote market-quality development. Prunes
limbs, runners, or buds from trees or vines to shape plants and promote productivity, using shears
and saws. Harvests crops using appropriate method, such as picking, pulling, and cutting. Cuts
off tops of root plants and sacks or bunches and ties harvested crops to facilitate handling. Picks
out debris, such as vines and culls, to clean harvested crops, and cleans up area around harvesting
machines. May be identified with work performed, such as planting, weeding, and picking.
408 PLANT LIFE AND RELATED SERVICE OCCUPATIONS This group includes occupations typically found in establishments providing blight, weed, and pest control; and landscaping, tree, and related services on a fee or contract basis. Farm equipment operators are classified in Group 409. Crop-preparation-service-for-market occupations, such as sorting, grading, and packing fruit and vegetables; and nut hulling and shelling are classified in Division 92.
408.131-010 SUPERVISOR, SPRAY, LAWN AND TREE SERVICE (agriculture) alternate titles: crew manager
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
pruning trees and shrubs, cultivating lawns, and applying pesticides and other chemicals
according to service contract specifications: Reviews contracts to ascertain service, machine, and
work force requirements and schedules work for crews according to weather conditions,
availability of equipment, and seasonal limitations. Investigates customer complaints and spot
checks completed work to ascertain quality of subordinates' work and effectiveness of chemicals
applied. Suggests formula and procedure changes and orders corrective work to improve quality
of service and ensure contract compliance. Answers inquiries from potential customers regarding
methods, materials, and price ranges in person or by telephone. Prepares service estimates
according to labor hour, material, and machine requirement costs determined from job site
appraisal data, experience, and records. Compiles reports of personnel matters, such as
absenteeism and labor costs, for management. Performs other duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May be designated according to kind of crew
supervised as Spray Supervisor (agriculture); Tree-Service Supervisor (agriculture).
408.137-010 SUPERVISOR, INSECT AND DISEASE INSPECTION (agriculture) alternate titles: disease-and-insect-control boss
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
detecting presence of noxious insects and plant diseases in field crops and counting insect
population, applying knowledge of standard sampling techniques: Ascertains kinds of crops
planted in each field and number of acreages involved to determine need for modifying sampling
techniques and to determine number of workers needed. Assigns fields to workers, distributes
sampling worksheets, and briefs new workers on identifying characteristics of prevalent insects
and diseases. Compiles sampling-results data from worksheets to prepare composite insect and
disease report for each field. Transports workers to and from fields using truck. Performs other
duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
408.137-014 SUPERVISOR, TREE-TRIMMING (utilities)
Supervises and coordinates the activities of workers engaged
in removing trees that interfere with electric power lines: Examines work order to determine
location of trees to be pruned or felled by trimming crews. Reads street and road maps and drives
truck to transport crew to work site. Inspects electric power lines near trees to be trimmed and
secures clearance to work on lines if necessary. Directs placement of rigging for hoisting tools to
workers in trees and for lowering severed tree limbs to ground. Supervises workers in cutting
away branches of trees so that remaining tree limbs are at safe distance from electric power lines.
Orders removal of trees when necessary. Explains tree trimming activities to consumers when
working on consumers' property. Keeps daily work records. Occasionally trims trees. Performs
other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
408.161-010 LANDSCAPE GARDENER (agriculture) alternate titles: landscaper
Plans and executes small scale landscaping operations and
maintains grounds and landscape of private and business residences: Participates with
LABORER, LANDSCAPE (agriculture) in preparing and grading terrain, applying fertilizers,
seeding and sodding lawns, and transplanting shrubs and plants, using manual and
power-operated equipment. Plans lawns, and plants and cultivates them, using gardening
implements and power-operated equipment. Plants new and repairs established lawns, using seed
mixtures and fertilizers recommended for particular soil type and lawn location. Locates and
plants shrubs, trees, and flowers selected by property owner or those recommended for particular
landscape effect. Mows and trims lawns, using hand mower or power mower. Trims shrubs and
cultivates gardens. Cleans grounds, using rakes, brooms, and hose. Sprays trees and shrubs, and
applies supplemental liquid and dry nutrients to lawn and trees. May dig trenches and install
drain tiles. May make repairs to concrete and asphalt walks and driveways.
408.181-010 TREE SURGEON (agriculture)
Prunes and treats ornamental and shade trees and shrubs in
yards and parks to improve their appearance, health, and value: Cuts out dead and undesirable
limbs and trims trees to enhance beauty and growth. Scrapes decayed matter from cavities in
trees, and fills holes with cement to promote healing and prevent further deterioration. Sprays
and dusts pesticides on shrubs and trees to control pests and disease or sprays foliar fertilizers to
increase plant growth, using hand or machine dusters and sprayers. Tops trees to control growth
characteristics and to prevent interference with utility wires. May apply herbicides to kill brush
and weeds. May fell and remove trees and bushes. May plant trees and shrubs.
408.364-010 PLANT-CARE WORKER (agriculture) alternate titles: interior horticulturist; plant tender
Cares for ornamental plants on various customer premises,
applying knowledge of horticultural requirements, and using items such as insecticides,
fertilizers, and gardening tools: Reads work orders and supply requisitions to determine job
requirements, and confers with supervisor to clarify work procedures. Loads plants and supplies
onto truck in order of scheduled stops, using handtruck. Drives truck to premises and carries
needed supplies to work area. Examines plants and soil to determine moisture level, using water
sensor gauge, and waters plants according to requirements of species, using hose and watering
can. Sponges plant leaves to apply moisture and remove dust. Observes plants under magnifying
glass to detect insects and disease, and consults plant care books or confers with supervisor to
identify problems and determine treatments. Selects and applies specified chemical solutions to
feed plants, kill insects, and treat diseases, using hose or mist-sprayer. Transplants root-bound
plants into larger containers. Pinches and prunes stems and leaves to remove dead and diseased
leaves, to shape plants, and to induce growth, using shears. Removes diseased and dying plants
from premises and replaces them with healthy plants. Informs customer of plant care needs.
Enters record of actions taken at each stop in route book and prepares requisitions for materials
needed on subsequent visit. Returns diseased, dying, and unused plants and supplies to employer
premises.
408.381-010 SCOUT (agriculture) alternate titles: pest-control worker
Locates and exterminates plant and tree pests and diseases:
Searches fields, brush, trees, and warehouses to locate plant pests, such as witchweed, boll
weevil, Japanese beetle, soybean cyst nematode, fire ant, gypsy moth, white-fringed beetles, and
army worms. Mixes exterminating agents, such as herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides,
according to type of infection or infestation to be treated. Applies exterminating agents, using
spray equipment. Destroys clusters of gypsy-moth eggs by painting or spraying clusters with
creosote. Collects samples of infected soil or plants for laboratory analysis. Marks infested area
to determine effectiveness of treatment. May specialize in treatment of one type of infestation,
such as gypsy moth or witchweed.
408.381-014 WEED INSPECTOR (agriculture)
Locates and destroys noxious weeds in rural municipality:
Inspects roadsides and ditches for noxious weeds and notifies landowners in areas where
suspected weeds are located. Identifies weeds and prepares poisonous solution required to
destroy them. Sprays infected area with solution.
408.662-010 HYDRO-SPRAYER OPERATOR (agriculture)
Operates truck-mounted $T3hydro-sprayer$T1 to cover areas,
such as highway median strip, hillsides and fields with mixture of grass seed, fertilizer and mulch
according to specifications: Pumps water and dumps seed, fertilizer, and wood fiber into
hydro-sprayer tank according to formula. Connects hoses and nozzles, selected according to
terrain and distribution pattern requirements, using pressure couplings and threaded fittings.
Starts motors and engages machinery, such as hydro-sprayer agitator and pump. Lifts, pushes,
and swings nozzle, hose, and tube to direct spray over designated area. Covers area to specified
depth, applying knowledge of weather conditions, such as humidity and wind velocity;
machinery capacities, such as droplet size and elevation-to-distance ratio; and obstructions, such
as trees and buildings. Gives driving instructions to truck driver, using hand and horn signals, to
ensure complete coverage of designated area. Cleans and services machinery to ensure operating
efficiency, using water, gasoline, lubricants, and handtools. Occasionally plants grass with seed
spreader and operates straw blower to cover seeded area with asphalt and straw mixture.
408.664-010 TREE TRIMMER (tel. & tel.; utilities) alternate titles: tree trimmer, line clearance; tree-trimming-line technician
Trims trees to clear right-of-way for communications lines
and electric power lines to minimize storm and short-circuit hazards: Climbs trees to reach
branches interfering with wires and transmission towers, using climbing equipment. Prunes
treetops, using saws or pruning shears. Repairs trees damaged by storm or lightning by trimming
jagged stumps and painting them to prevent bleeding of sap. Removes broken limbs from wires,
using hooked extension pole. Fells trees interfering with power service, using chain saw
(portable power saw). May work from bucket of extended truck boom to reach limbs.
408.667-010 TREE-TRIMMER HELPER (utilities) alternate titles: tree trimmer helper, line clearance
Assists TREE TRIMMER (tel. & tel.; utilities) in clearing
trees and branches that interfere with communication lines and electric power lines: Hoists tools
and equipment to TREE TRIMMER (tel. & tel.; utilities) and lowers branches with rope or block
and tackle. Positions and steadies ladders. Saws and chops up branches, and loads debris, tree
trunk and limbs on truck, using winch. Performs other duties as described under HELPER (any
industry) Master Title.
408.684-010 LAWN-SERVICE WORKER (agriculture)
Cultivates lawns, using power aerator and $T3thatcher$T1
and chemicals according to specifications: Lifts dead leaves and grass from between growing
grass and soil, using thatcher. Pierces soil to make holes for fertilizer and water, using aerator.
Presses aerator fork into soil and pulls rake through grass to cultivate areas not accessible to
machines. Distributes granulated fertilizers, pesticides, and fungicides on lawn, using spreader.
Records services rendered, materials used, and charges assessed on specified form. Transports
thatcher, aerator, tools, and materials to and from job site, using truck with hydraulic lift-gate.
May care for athletic field turf and be designated Athletic Turf Worker (amuse. & rec.).
408.684-014 SPRAYER, HAND (agriculture)
Sprays herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides on trees, shrubs,
and lawns, using hoses and truck-mounted tank: Fills sprayer tank with water and chemicals
according to formula, using hose or pump. Pulls spray hose from truck-mounted reel, turns knob,
presses lever, and points nozzle selected according to job site characteristics, such as type of
infestation, wind direction and velocity, plantings and terrain, to spray weeds, trees, shrubs, and
lawns. Occasionally manipulates levers that control hydraulically powered, truck-mounted boom
to position spray wands and release chemical solutions under pressure to spray ground areas.
May use portable spray equipment. May grub out and burn infested bushes. May destroy
diseased trees. May spray livestock with pesticides.
408.684-018 TREE PRUNER (agriculture)
Cuts away dead and excess branches from fruit, nut, and
shade trees, using handsaws, pruning hooks and shears, and long-handled clippers. Applies tar or
other protective substances to cut surfaces to seal surfaces against insects. May use
truck-mounted hydraulic lifts and pruners and power pruners. May climb trees, using climbing
hooks and belts, or climb ladders to gain access to work area. May specialize in pruning fruit
trees and be designated Orchard Pruner (agriculture). May prune, cut down, fertilize, and spray
trees as directed by TREE SURGEON (agriculture) and be designated Tree-Surgeon Helper
(agriculture) I.
408.687-010 FIELD INSPECTOR, DISEASE AND INSECT CONTROL (agriculture)
Inspects fields to detect presence of noxious insects and plant
diseases, applying knowledge of identifying characteristics of insects and diseases: Walks
through fields, following standard sampling patterns, and examines plants at periodic intervals to
detect presence of insects or diseases. Counts numbers of insects on examined plants or number
of diseased plants within sample area. Records results of counts onto field worksheet. Collects
samples of unidentifiable insects or diseased plants for identification by supervisor.
408.687-014 LABORER, LANDSCAPE (agriculture)
Moves soil, equipment, and materials, digs holes, and
performs related duties to assist LANDSCAPE GARDENER (agriculture) 408.161-010 in
landscaping grounds: Digs holes for plants and trees, using pick and shovel. Mixes fertilizer or
lime with dirt in bottom of holes to enrich soil, places plants or trees in holes, and adds dirt to fill
holes. Attaches wires from planted trees to stakes to support trees. Hauls or spreads topsoil, using
wheelbarrow and rake. Waters lawns, trees, and plants, using portable sprinkler system, hose, or
watering can. Spreads straw over seeded soil to prevent movement of seed and soil. Builds forms
for concrete borders, using lumber, hammer, and nails. Mixes and pours cement for garden
borders. Places decorative stones and plants flowers in garden areas. Mows lawns, using power
mower.
408.687-018 TREE-SURGEON HELPER II (agriculture)
Hands or hoists tools and equipment to TREE PRUNER
(agriculture) or TREE SURGEON (agriculture). Lowers pruned limbs and trunk sections, using
ropes; sections limbs, using saw; and reduces sections to chips, using chipper. Rakes up debris
and loads it on truck. Performs other duties as described under HELPER (any industry) Master
Title.
409 PLANT FARMING AND RELATED OCCUPATIONS, N.E.C. This group includes occupations, not elsewhere classified, concerned with plant farming and related activities.
409.117-010 HARVEST CONTRACTOR (agriculture) alternate titles: farm-labor contractor
Provides harvest crews for farmers and directs, coordinates,
and oversees crew activities, such as field hauling and threshing: Contacts crop growers to
ascertain time and method of harvesting. Inspects crops and fields to estimate acreage yield and
determine loading requirements, land contours, road accessibility, and distances to storage or
processing area. Prepares and submits bids to farmer to obtain harvest contract. Recruits, hires
and orients crewmembers. Assigns workers to tasks involved in harvesting, loading, moving, and
storing crops. Prepares and submits bids to farmers to provide work crews for farming activities,
such as planting, pruning, and thinning fruit trees, setting posts, and weeding field crops. May
supply, tend, adjust, and repair trucks and farm machines. May transport or arrange for
transportation of workers. May be required to be licensed by state and federal authorities. May
prepare production records and crew payroll. May be identified with crew activity as Contractor,
Broomcorn Threshing (agriculture); Contractor, Field Hauling (agriculture).
409.131-010 SUPERVISOR, PICKING CREW (agriculture) alternate titles: harvest supervisor
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
picking fruits, vegetables, and row crops, by hand or machine, and loading and stacking filled
containers on trucks: Examines crop to determine degree of maturity. Directs workers in methods
of picking crops and specifies size of fruit or vegetable to pick. Ensures that equipment, such as
ladders and containers, are available to workers. Directs distribution of field boxes along rows
for convenience of workers. Checks harvested products for size, quality, and variety, and informs
workers of discrepancies. Oversees loading and stacking filled containers on trucks. Performs
other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May pay employees.
May be designated according to type of crops harvested as Apple-Picking Supervisor
(agriculture); Cauliflower-Harvesting-And-Packing Supervisor (agriculture); Orange-Picking
Supervisor (agriculture); Onion-Harvesting Supervisor (agriculture); Peach Harvesting
Supervisor (agriculture); Watermelon-Harvesting Supervisor (agriculture).
409.137-010 IRRIGATOR, HEAD (agriculture) alternate titles: supervisor, irrigation
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
irrigating crops: Inspects area irrigated to ensure adequate soaking and prevent waste of water.
Opens head gate to permit entry of water into main ditches or pipes. Signals worker to start water
flow. Directs workers in cleaning and repairing ditches or pipes. Keeps workers' time records.
Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May verify
addition of liquid fertilizer to irrigation ditches by commercial firm.
409.137-014 ROW BOSS, HOEING (agriculture)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
hoeing, weeding, and thinning crops, such as sugar beets, lettuce, and watermelons: Assigns rows
and distributes hoes to workers. Observes thinning, weeding, or cultivating process, notes
evidence of unsatisfactory work, and initiates corrective measures. Keeps time and production
records. Collects tools at end of workday. Performs other duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May recruit workers.
409.667-010 AIRPLANE-PILOT HELPER (agriculture)
Performs any combination of following duties to provide
ground support for AIRPLANE PILOT (agriculture) 196.263-010 engaged in aerial seeding and
fertilizing of fields and dusting of crops: Mixes fertilizers and pesticides according to prescribed
formulas, and loads seeds, fertilizers, or pesticides onto airplane. Pours or pumps materials and
seeds into feed hopper of airplane. Signals pilot when propeller is clear of people and
obstructions to take off and to dust or spray fields. Waves flag or stands on edge of field to mark
flight passes for pilot to prevent skips and overlaps.
409.683-010 FARM-MACHINE OPERATOR (agriculture)
Drives and operates one or more farm machines, such as
tractors, trucks, and harvesters to perform specified farm activity as cutting hay, picking
cranberries, and harvesting wheat: Hitches soil conditioning implement, such as plow or harrow
to tractor, and operates tractor and towed implement to furrow and grade soil. Drives tractor and
operates designated towed machine, such as seed drill or manure spreader, to plant, fertilize, dust,
and spray crops. Prepares harvesting machine by adjusting speeds of cutters, blowers, and
conveyors and height of cutting head or depth of digging blades according to type, height,
weight, and condition of crop being harvested, and contour of terrain. Attaches towed- or
mounted-type harvesting machine to tractor, using handtools, or drives self-propelled harvesting
machine to cut, pull up, dig, thresh, clean, chop, bag, or bundle crops, such as sod, vine fruits, or
livestock feed. Moves switches, pulls levers, and turns knobs and wheels to activate and regulate
mechanisms. Refuels engine, lubricates machine parts, and monitors machine operations to
ensure optimum performance. Drives truck to haul materials, supplies, or harvested crops to
designated locations. May load and unload containers of materials and products on trucks,
trailers, or railcars by hand or driving forklift truck. May mix specified materials and dump
solutions, powders, or seeds into planter or sprayer machinery. May oversee activities of field
crews. May drive horses or mules to tow farm machinery. May be identified with crop, such as
hay, onions, and cranberries, or machine, such as baler, chopper, and digger.
409.683-014 FIELD HAULER (agriculture)
Drives truck or tractor with trailer attached to gather and
transport harvested crop in field: Hauls trailer alongside crew loading crop or adjacent to
harvesting machine and regulates speed to keep abreast of crew. Hauls loaded trailers from field
to highway or packing shed, uncouples trailer, couples empty trailer to tractor and returns to
field. May haul crop over public roads to storage shed or processing plant.
409.684-010 IRRIGATOR, VALVE PIPE (agriculture)
Floods or row-irrigates field sections, using portable pipe
sections equipped with valves connected to underground waterline: Secures gate attachment
(water flow regulator) to vertical pipe. Connects length of valve pipe to gate and attaches
additional pipe through field section or across ends of rows until area is spanned. Starts motor
that pumps water through pipeline system, and opens valves to direct water over uneven terrain
and fill rows or areas enclosed by checks (earth embankments). Observes rate of flow and adjusts
valves accordingly. Shovels dirt into holes and low spots in levees and removes obstructions.
Digs opening in embankment at end of row to direct overflow of water into spillway. Builds
levees to prevent water from overflowing other crops or highways. Lubricates pumping
equipment and makes minor repairs.
409.685-010 FARM-MACHINE TENDER (agriculture)
Tends machines, such as corn shelling machine, winnowing
machine, and grass-removing machine that separate crops from waste materials, such as grass,
twigs, and cobs: Turns switches to activate machinery, such as conveyors, blowers, and shakers.
Adjusts machinery to obtain optimum separations. Loads conveyors, hoppers, and wheels to feed
machines. Positions boxes or attaches bags at discharge end of conveyor to catch products.
Moves baffle lever that channels product flow to container or stops flow during container
exchanges. Observes machine operation to detect malfunctions and adjusts machine, lubricates
parts, and replaces pieces to improve performance. Stops machinery and pulls debris or overloads
from conveyors to avoid clogging. May level and smooth materials on conveyor to regulate flow
through machine. May weigh containers to ensure conformance with specifications. May close
filled sacks, using needle and thread or tie-string, and stencil identifying information on sack.
May mix and pour chemical solutions, such as preservatives and insecticides, in treating tanks.
May transport materials and products to and from machine, using dump truck. May be identified
with machine tended.
409.685-014 IRRIGATOR, SPRINKLING SYSTEM (agriculture) alternate titles: irrigator, overhead
Tends sprinkler system that irrigates land: Lays out strings
(pipe) along designated pipeline settings in field. Connects pipe, using snap lock or wrench to
tighten collar clamp. Attaches revolving sprinkler heads to vertical pipes at designated points
along pipeline. Starts gasoline engine and adjusts controls that move self-propelled wheel line
sprinkler system across field or pushes on switch that activates circle sprinkler system, and starts
pump that forces water through system to irrigate crops. Observes revolving sprinklers to ensure
uniform distribution of water to all areas. Lubricates, adjusts, and repairs or replaces parts, such
as sprinkler heads and drive chains to maintain system, using handtools. Disassembles system
and moves it to next location after specified time intervals.
409.686-010 FARMWORKER, MACHINE (agriculture)
Performs any combination of following duties to feed or off
bear farm machines used to plant, harvest, and clean crops: Loads containers of rooted cuttings,
plants, seedlings, or bulbs on planting machine and pulls levers to start planting and watering
mechanisms. Walks beside or rides on machine while inserting plants in planter-mechanism
clamp, pocket, or tube at specified intervals. Dumps, pitches, scoops, or shovels materials and
products, such as bulbs, onions, and nuts into feed hopper. Guides plants onto feed conveyor.
Picks up spilled products and places them on feed mechanism. Notifies designated coworker
when machine malfunctions are observed. Stacks empty boxes in conveyor discharge rack or
hangs bags on hooks under discharge chute, and flips baffle lever that channels discharge flow to
catch products. Closes ends of filled sacks, using tie wires. Loads sacks or boxes onto truck or
trailer, or guides discharge spout over truck, trailer, or silo. Cleans machinery, such as planting or
digging mechanism and chain conveyor. Lubricates, adjusts, and replaces machinery parts, using
handtools.
409.687-010 INSPECTOR-GRADER, AGRICULTURAL ESTABLISHMENT (agriculture)
Inspects and grades agricultural products, such as carrots, rose
bushes, strawberry plants, and tobacco, in field or shed, according to marketing specifications:
Estimates weight of product visually and by feel. Verifies count. Looks at, feels, and smells
product, as required by its nature, to determine grade and identify substandard products. Places
rejected products and individual grades of products in designated piles, containers, or areas. May
pay harvest hands. May oversee field hauling. May be designated according to kind of product as
Carrot Grader-Inspector (agriculture); Rose Grader (agriculture); Tobacco Grader (agriculture);
Watermelon Inspector (agriculture).
409.687-014 IRRIGATOR, GRAVITY FLOW (agriculture)
Irrigates field and row crops, using any of following
gravity-flow methods: (1) Lifts gate in side of flooded irrigation ditch, permitting water to flow
into bordered section of field. Shovels and packs dirt in low spots of embankment or cuts
trenches in high areas to direct water flow. Closes gate in ditch when bordered section is flooded.
(2) Removes plugs from portholes in pipes or wooden tunnels set in embankment at end of rows
and observes water flowing through portholes. Removes obstructions from rows and builds up
edges of rows with dirt. Plugs porthole as each row is filled. (3) Opens gate or connects
standpipe (vertical pipe) to underground pipe system that releases waterflow into reservoir or
ditch. Siphons water from flooded reservoir or gate or connects standpipe (vertical pipe) to
underground pipe system that releases waterflow into reservoir or ditch. Shovels or hoes soil to
clear ditches and furrows and build embankments that channel water in assigned area but avoid
overflow into areas that could be damaged by water. May mix and apply cement solution to fill
holes and cracks in concrete-lined pipes, ditches, and spillways, and make minor repairs to metal,
concrete, and wooden frameworks in pipe and ditch valves and gates. May carry, lay out, and
join portable irrigation-pipe sections to link up main ditch or pipe with field.
409.687-018 WEEDER-THINNER (agriculture)
Weeds or thins crops, such as tobacco, strawberries, sugar
beets, and carrots, by hand or using hoe: Breaks up soil around each plant. Pulls or cuts out
weeds and surplus seedlings. Grooves dirt along row to facilitate irrigation, and mounds dirt
around plants to protect roots. May be designated Hoer (agriculture) when job emphasis is on use
of hoe.
41 ANIMAL FARMING OCCUPATIONS This division includes occupations concerned with breeding, raising, maintaining, gathering, and caring for land animals, collecting their products, and providing services in support of these activities. Occupations concerned with breeding and caring for aquatic animals are included in Division 44.
410 DOMESTIC ANIMAL FARMING OCCUPATIONS This group includes occupations concerned with breeding, raising, gathering, and caring for domestic animals and domesticated wild animals, such as cattle, sheep, dogs, buffalo, and reindeer, and collecting their products, such as milk, wool, and fur. Occupations concerned with raising domestic fowl are included in Group 411, game animals in Group 412, and lower animals in Group 413.
410.131-010 BARN BOSS (any industry) alternate titles: corral boss; hostler; lot boss; stable manager
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
maintenance of stables and care of horses: Establishes amount and type of rations to feed animals
according to past food consumption, health, activity, and size of animals. Inspects animals for
evidence of disease or injury and treats animal according to experience or following instructions
of VETERINARIAN (medical ser.). Inspects stables and animals for cleanliness. Supervises
STABLE ATTENDANT (any industry) in upkeep of stalls, feed and water troughs, and
equipment, and in care and feeding of animals. Performs other duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
410.131-014 SUPERVISOR, ARTIFICIAL BREEDING RANCH (agriculture)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
caring for stud animals and collecting semen: Studies weight and activity records, nutritional
requirements, and considers available feed, to determine feed rations. Considers animals' age,
temperaments, fertility, and buyer demand to develop semen collection schedules. Observes
animals for deviation in behavior and appearance, to detect illness and injury. Treats, or assigns
workers to treat, ill or injured animals, or obtains services of VETERINARIAN (medical ser.) for
serious illnesses or injuries. Assigns workers tasks, such as feeding animals, cleaning quarters,
and maintaining facilities and equipment. Supervises workers engaged in collecting and
processing semen and collects semen, using artificial vagina. Analyzes semen samples, using
spectroscope and microscope, to determine number of services possible, or supervises workers
analyzing semen samples. Demonstrates artificial insemination techniques to farmers to promote
use of product. Trains workers in care of studs and collecting and processing semen. Orders
supplies, such as feed and bedding. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any
industry) Master Title.
410.131-018 SUPERVISOR, DAIRY FARM (agriculture)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
milking, breeding, and caring for cows, and performs lay-veterinary duties on dairy farm:
Assigns workers to tasks, such as feeding and milking cows, cleaning cattle, barns, and
equipment, and assisting with breeding and health care. Inspects barns and milking parlor for
cleanliness and maintenance and informs workers of actions required to ensure compliance with
established standards. Studies feed and milk production records to determine feed formula
required to produce maximum milk yield and notifies workers of diet changes. Studies genetic
and health records to develop schedules for activities, such as breeding, dehorning, and sale of
calves. Schedules breeding, vaccinating, and dehorning of cows and calves. Observes cows
during estrus and artificially inseminates cows to produce desired offspring. Examines cows for
evidence of illness, injuries, and calving, treats illnesses and injuries, delivers calves, and
engages VETERINARIAN (medical ser.) to care for serious injuries and illnesses. Performs
other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
410.131-022 SUPERVISOR, STOCK RANCH (agriculture)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
breeding, feeding, herding, marking, and segregating livestock and in construction and repair of
fences, pens, and buildings: Inspects stock, buildings, fences, fields, pasturage and feed supply,
notes tasks to be done, and assigns them to crews or individual workers. Performs other duties as
described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May be designated according to type
of stock raised.
410.134-010 SUPERVISOR, LIVESTOCK-YARD (any industry)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
care and movement of livestock in livestock yard: Assigns workers to feed, weigh, medically
treat, and transfer livestock. Observes livestock handling and issues movement and health
treatment instructions to direct livestock processing and transfer. Examines livestock to
determine effectiveness of disease and injury control and instructs workers to take corrective
action to rectify deficiencies. Observes condition of stockyard structures and equipment and
arranges for needed maintenance and repairs. Performs other duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
410.134-014 SUPERVISOR, WOOL-SHEARING (agriculture)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
shearing sheep on contract basis: Contacts SHEEP RANCHER (agriculture) to arrange terms of
contract. Recruits, hires, trains, and supervises crew who shear sheep and perform related duties.
Provides, sets up, and tests shearing equipment. Arranges for transportation, living quarters or
campsite, food, and other accommodations for crew. Maintains time, production, and other
records. Pays crewmembers. Performs duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry)
Master Title. May participate in shearing sheep.
410.134-018 SUPERVISOR, KENNEL (nonprofit org.) alternate titles: animal shelter supervisor
Supervises and coordinates activities of animal shelter
workers, and performs maintenance on buildings and equipment: Establishes and coordinates
work schedule to expedite accomplishment of essential and emergency tasks, issues instructions
to workers, examines work results, and provides training to improve performance. Examines
ailing animals to determine need of services from VETERINARIAN (medical ser.) 073.101-010.
Replaces faulty electrical and plumbing fixtures, builds shelves, and paints structures and
equipment to maintain shelter facilities. Greases water pump and observes water pumping system
and pressure gauge to verify water pressure and detect signs of leakage. Tunes-up, replaces parts,
and maintains ambulance, pickup truck, lawnmower, and edger, using handtools, spare parts, and
maintenance manuals. Cleans and disinfects shelter area, using high pressure water hose and
bleach, to prepare shelter to receive visitors. Operates shelter euthanasia equipment to destroy
designated animals. Drives ambulance and pickup truck in response to emergency calls and to
investigate complaints of animal neglect or cruelty. Assists workers in interring coffins of heavy
animals. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
410.134-022 SUPERVISOR, RESEARCH DAIRY FARM (agriculture)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
caring for bulls, cows, and young animal stock on research dairy farm: Demonstrates work
methods of animal care, such as feeding, barn cleaning, milking, and tagging animals for
identification to workers. Transports hay and grain from storage area to barn, using tractor or
electric cart. Observes animals for signs of illness, injury, nervousness, or unnatural behavior.
Notifies veterinarian when serious injury or illness occurs. Maintains records on medical care,
breeding, and milk production. Observes living conditions of animal environment and informs
workers of remedial actions to be taken. Informs maintenance crew of needed repairs on tractors
and carts. May perform duties of caring for animals in absence of workers. Performs other duties
as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
410.137-010 CAMP TENDER (agriculture)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
tending bands of sheep on range or pasture and keeps them supplied with food and other
necessities: Designates area to be used by each SHEEP HERDER (agriculture). Transports food,
drinking water, fuel, mail, animal feed, and other supplies to SHEEP HERDER (agriculture).
Observes condition of range, water, and animals, and gives directions to SHEEP HERDER
(agriculture) when to move to another range, reporting findings to owner of band or to
LIVESTOCK RANCHER (agriculture). Assists in moving camp to another location by hauling
supply wagon, using horse or truck. Performs duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any
industry) Master Title. May substitute for SHEEP HERDER (agriculture) during emergencies,
vacations, or for other reasons. May lamb ewes and drench sheep.
410.137-014 TOP SCREW (agriculture) alternate titles: lead rider; ramrod; top waddy
Supervises and coordinates activities of a group of
COWPUNCHERS (agriculture) (colloquially called screws or waddies) riding after cattle on
open range. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
410.137-018 SUPERVISOR, ANIMAL MAINTENANCE (pharmaceut.)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
raising and caring for animals used in development of pharmaceutical products in pharmaceutical
research and manufacturing facility: Visits animal maintenance areas and observes and discusses
animal care, such as feeding, treatment, and breeding, with workers to identify problems or
recommend changes. Prepares reports that indicate activity of unit, such as purchases,
absenteeism of workers, and animal treatment. Contacts approved vendors to order and schedule
arrival of animals, animal food, and equipment. Trains and observes workers in job duties and
safety precautions. Contacts designated personnel to recruit new personnel or for repair of
equipment. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title.
410.161-010 ANIMAL BREEDER (agriculture) Breeds and raises animals, such as cats, dogs, guinea pigs, mice, monkeys, rabbits, and rats: Selects and breeds animals, according to knowledge of animals, genealogy, traits, and offspring desired. Feeds and waters animals, and cleans pens, cages, yards, and hutches. Examines animals to detect symptoms of illness or injury. Treats minor injuries and ailments and engages VETERINARIAN (medical ser.) to treat animals with serious illnesses or injuries. Records weight, diet and other breeding data. Builds and maintains hutches, pens, and fenced yards. Adjusts controls to maintain specific temperature in buil |
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