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How a sheet metal worker can use AI, task by task

O*NET 47-2211.00: Sheet Metal WorkersMedian pay $61,800/year (BLS, May 2025)19 tasksJob Zone 2: Some preparation

Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes, and furnace casings. Work may involve any of the following: setting up and operating fabricating machines to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal; shaping metal over anvils, blocks, or forms using hammer; operating soldering and welding equipment to join sheet metal parts; or inspecting, assembling, and smoothing seams and joints of burred surfaces. Includes sheet metal duct installers who install prefabricated sheet metal ducts used for heating, air conditioning, or other purposes.

Type your own title and every prompt on this page updates to match. Also called: Commercial Sheet Metal Service Installer, Field Installer, HVAC Sheet Metal Installer (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Sheet Metal Installer), HVAC Sheet Metal Specialist (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Sheet Metal Specialist), Sheet Metal Fabricator, Sheet Metal Installer, Sheet Metal Journeyman, Sheet Metal Layout Mechanic, Sheet Metal Mechanic, Sheet Metal Worker.

Where AI fits in this job

AI-ready 0%AI-assist 25%Stays human 75%

Share of the job's tasks, weighted by how important and how frequent each task is (O*NET ratings). 0 AI-ready, 5 AI-assist and 14 human-led tasks out of 19. This measures where AI can help, not whether the job will disappear.

Information & paperwork
Thinking & planning
People & communication
Leading & teaching
Hands-on & physical

Shape of the job: importance of each kind of work activity (O*NET, 1 to 5).

AI can draft these 0

AI produces a usable first pass. You review it, fix it and own it.

None of this job's tasks are here.

AI can help you prep these 5

AI speeds up the prep, drafting or thinking. The core of the task is still yours.

Determine project requirements, such as scope, assembly sequences, or required methods or materials, using blueprints, drawings, or written or verbal instructions.

Daily

AI gives you a first-pass summary; you still read the key parts.

Show prompt & steps

AI can pull out the key points and questions to look for. Use it as a first pass, then look closely yourself.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to determine project requirements, such as scope, assembly sequences, or required methods or materials, using blueprints, drawings, or written or verbal instructions.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Blueprint or spec notes: [type the dimensions, callouts, notes and revision]
Job: [what I'm building, installing or calibrating]

List the work requirements: dimensions, materials, tolerances, code references and inspection points. Flag anything that looks inconsistent or missing from the notes.

10-minute exercise: Read a print for work requirements

Step 1Take the print or spec for an upcoming job.
Step 2Type the key callouts into [Blueprint or spec notes] and describe the [Job].
Step 3Check every number against the drawing itself. AI only sees what you typed.

Remove names and private details before pasting, and check your employer's rules on what you can share with AI tools.

Importance 3.9/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements..

Select gauges or types of sheet metal or nonmetallic material, according to product specifications.

Weekly

AI gets you up to speed; confirm findings with records or people.

Show prompt & steps

AI can get you up to speed fast and suggest where to look, but you need to confirm findings against real sources, records or people.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to select gauges or types of sheet metal or nonmetallic material, according to product specifications.

Context: We use Revcad Software Sheet Lightning and XY Soft Sheet Cutting Suite; the work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Job: [framing, tile, finishes]
Requirements: [specs, budget, look]

Recommend materials and quantities. Give sources I can check and say clearly when you're unsure.

10-minute exercise: Construction materials selection

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you select gauges or types of sheet metal or nonmetallic (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Job] and [Requirements] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Open two of the sources it gives and confirm the key claim before you use it.

AI can invent sources and citations. Open every link and confirm it says what the AI claims.

Importance 3.7/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Select construction materials..

Hire, train, or supervise new employees or apprentices.

Monthly

AI preps the materials; reading the room is you.

Show prompt & steps

AI preps the materials: lesson outlines, quizzes, examples, practice scenarios. Reading the room and coaching people is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to hire, train, or supervise new employees or apprentices.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Method: [construction, pipe laying]
Crew: [level]

Plan a toolbox talk and supervised practice. Include timings, a realistic practice scenario from my work, and a short check for understanding with answers.

10-minute exercise: Crew training

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you hire, train, or supervise new employees or apprentices. Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Fill in [Method] and [Crew] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Swap one AI example for a real story from your own work. Real stories are what people remember.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Train construction or extraction personnel.. Also involves: Direct construction or extraction personnel..

Convert blueprints into shop drawings to be followed in the construction or assembly of sheet metal products.

Weekly

AI generates options and references; taste and the final call are yours.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to generate lots of options, references and rough mock-ups fast. The craft, the taste and the final call are what make it yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to convert blueprints into shop drawings to be followed in the construction or assembly of sheet metal products.

Context: We use Revcad Software Sheet Lightning and XY Soft Sheet Cutting Suite; the work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Installation: [piping, flooring, system]
Measurements: [dimensions]

Outline the diagram and labels needed. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

10-minute exercise: Installation diagram

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you convert blueprints (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Installation] and [Measurements] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Pick the idea that sparks something and develop it yourself for 5 minutes.

Check the usage rules for AI images and text in your field, and make sure the final work is original.

Importance 3.7/5 · O*NET work activity: Create construction or installation diagrams..

Verify that heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are designed, installed, and calibrated in accordance with green certification standards, such as those of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).

Monthly

AI pre-checks against the rules; the sign-off stays with you.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI as a first-pass checker against a list of rules or standards. The final judgment and sign-off stay with you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to verify that heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are designed, installed, and calibrated in accordance with green certification standards, such as those of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Project: [building, HVAC, site]
Codes: [building, safety codes]

Make an inspection checklist by system with code references. Make a table: requirement, met / not met / unclear, and the exact evidence.

10-minute exercise: Construction code check

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you verify that heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC).
Step 2Fill in [Project] and [Codes] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Verify references in the current code edition.

AI can miss things and sound sure about it. Use it to catch extra problems, not as the final check.

Importance 3.6/5 · O*NET work activity: Evaluate construction projects to determine compliance with external standards or regulations..

These stay human 14

They need your hands, your presence or your accountable judgment. Lean into them: they get more valuable as routine work is automated.

📏 Measured in this job (O*NET work context): Standing: continually or almost continually · Using hands on tools and objects: continually or almost continually · Face-to-face discussions: once a week or more but not every day · Responsible for others' health and safety: high responsibility

Fabricate or alter parts at construction sites, using shears, hammers, punches, or drills.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to fabricate or alter parts at construction sites, using shears, hammers, punches, or drills.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Part: [describe, material, dimensions]
Process: [cut, shape, roll, weld]

List the sequence, tools, tolerances and inspection points. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Part fabrication plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you fabricate or alter parts (today).
Step 2Fill in [Part] and [Process] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every dimension against the drawing before and after forming.

Importance 3.9/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Fabricate parts or components..

Fasten seams or joints together with welds, bolts, cement, rivets, solder, caulks, metal drive clips, or bonds to assemble components into products or to repair sheet metal items.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to fasten seams or joints together with welds, bolts, cement, rivets, solder, caulks, metal drive clips, or bonds to assemble components into products or to repair sheet metal items.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Item: [vessel, sled, equipment]
Components: [list]

List assembly sequence and inspections. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Product or equipment assembly

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you fasten seams or joints together (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Item] and [Components] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.2/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Assemble products or production equipment.. Also involves: Weld metal components..

Maintain equipment, making repairs or modifications when necessary.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to maintain equipment, making repairs or modifications when necessary.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Tools: [construction equipment]
Issues: [describe]

List maintenance and repair steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Tool and equipment upkeep

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you maintain equipment (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Tools] and [Issues] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.3/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Maintain construction tools or equipment..

Transport prefabricated parts to construction sites for assembly and installation.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to transport prefabricated parts to construction sites for assembly and installation.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Materials: [rebar, tools]
Site: [areas]

Plan staging and equipment use. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Material staging

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you transport prefabricated parts (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Materials] and [Site] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.2/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Move construction or extraction materials to locations where they are needed..

Fabricate ducts for high efficiency heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to maximize efficiency of systems.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to fabricate ducts for high efficiency heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to maximize efficiency of systems.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Part: [describe, material, dimensions]
Process: [cut, shape, roll, weld]

List the sequence, tools, tolerances and inspection points. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Part fabrication plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you fabricate ducts (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Part] and [Process] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every dimension against the drawing before and after forming.

Importance 4.2/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Fabricate parts or components..

Install assemblies, such as flashing, pipes, tubes, heating and air conditioning ducts, furnace casings, rain gutters, or downspouts in supportive frameworks.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to install assemblies, such as flashing, pipes, tubes, heating and air conditioning ducts, furnace casings, rain gutters, or downspouts in supportive frameworks.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Fixture: [window, trim, hardware]
Location: [describe]

List measuring, anchoring and levelling steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Fixture install

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you install assemblies (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Fixture] and [Location] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.2/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Install building fixtures.. Also involves: Install plumbing or piping..

Lay out, measure, and mark dimensions and reference lines on material, such as roofing panels, using calculators, scribes, dividers, squares, or rulers.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to lay out, measure, and mark dimensions and reference lines on material, such as roofing panels, using calculators, scribes, dividers, squares, or rulers.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Material: [plate, foundation]
Blueprint: [key points]

List measuring and marking steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Reference point marking

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you lay out (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Material] and [Blueprint] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Mark reference points on construction materials.. Also involves: Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly..

Trim, file, grind, deburr, buff, or smooth surfaces, seams, or joints of assembled parts, using hand tools or portable power tools.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to trim, file, grind, deburr, buff, or smooth surfaces, seams, or joints of assembled parts, using hand tools or portable power tools.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Surface: [stone, floor]
Tools: [sanders, grits]

List grit sequence and dust control. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Abrasive smoothing

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you trim, file, grind deburr, buff, or smooth surfaces, seams (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Surface] and [Tools] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.6/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools..

Inspect individual parts, assemblies, or installations, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, scales, or micrometers.

Daily

Needs your eyes on site. AI can build the checklist and the report.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can build your inspection checklists, explain standards and turn your notes and photos into clean reports.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to inspect individual parts, assemblies, or installations, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, scales, or micrometers.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Installation: [floor, cover, fixture]
Standards: [smoothness, seal, fit]

Make a final inspection checklist. Group it by area, say what 'good' and 'bad' look like for each item, and add a short template for writing up what I find.

10-minute exercise: Installation check

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you inspect individual parts, assemblies and installations (today).
Step 2Fill in [Installation] and [Standards] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Take it with you next time, tick it alongside your usual routine, and add anything it missed.

Importance 4.4/5 · O*NET work activity: Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation..

Shape metal material over anvils, blocks, or other forms, using hand tools.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to shape metal material over anvils, blocks, or other forms, using hand tools.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Part: [describe, material, dimensions]
Process: [cut, shape, roll, weld]

List the sequence, tools, tolerances and inspection points. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Part fabrication plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you shape metal material over anvils and blocks (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Part] and [Process] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every dimension against the drawing before and after forming.

Importance 3.6/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Fabricate parts or components..

Maneuver completed roofing units into position for installation.

A few times a year

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to maneuver completed roofing units into position for installation.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Components: [sections, parts]
Specs: [alignment]

List positioning and securing steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Positioning components

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you maneuver completed roofing units.
Step 2Fill in [Components] and [Specs] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.9/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Position structural components..

Finish parts, using hacksaws or hand, rotary, or squaring shears.

Monthly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to finish parts, using hacksaws or hand, rotary, or squaring shears.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Part: [describe, material, dimensions]
Process: [cut, shape, roll, weld]

List the sequence, tools, tolerances and inspection points. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Part fabrication plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you finish parts.
Step 2Fill in [Part] and [Process] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every dimension against the drawing before and after forming.

Importance 2.9/5 · O*NET work activity: Fabricate parts or components..

Fasten roof panel edges or machine-made moldings to structures by nailing or welding.

Monthly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to fasten roof panel edges or machine-made moldings to structures by nailing or welding.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Roofing: [shingle, single-ply, metal]
Roof: [area, pitch, condition]

Estimate materials, list installation sequence and fall protection. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Roofing job prep

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you fasten roof panel edges or machine-made moldings.
Step 2Fill in [Roofing] and [Roof] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check the manufacturer's installation and warranty requirements.

Importance 3.0/5 · O*NET work activity: Install roofing materials.. Also involves: Weld metal components..

Perform building commissioning activities by completing mechanical inspections of a building's water, lighting, or heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.

A few times a year

Needs your eyes on site. AI can build the checklist and the report.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can build your inspection checklists, explain standards and turn your notes and photos into clean reports.

Prep prompt

I work as a sheet metal worker. Part of my job is to perform building commissioning activities by completing mechanical inspections of a building's water, lighting, or heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.

Context: The work draws on building and construction, mechanical and design.
Equipment: [boiler, tank, vessel]
Standards: [codes, specs]

List inspection points and defects. Group it by area, say what 'good' and 'bad' look like for each item, and add a short template for writing up what I find.

10-minute exercise: Vessel and equipment inspection

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you perform building commissioning activities.
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Standards] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Take it with you next time, tick it alongside your usual routine, and add anything it missed.

Importance 3.4/5 · O*NET work activity: Inspect industrial or commercial equipment to ensure proper operation..

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Your next moves

Skills to build

From O*NET's ratings of how important each skill is in this job, matched to which part of the work it supports.

Stays human Deepen these

They power the human-led work, which is the part of the job AI can't take over.

  • Operations Monitoringimportance 2.9/5
    Used in: Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
  • Troubleshootingimportance 2.9/5
    Used in: Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
  • Quality Control Analysisimportance 2.8/5
    Used in: Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
  • Complex Problem Solvingimportance 2.9/5
    Used in: Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment

With AI Use these to work with AI

When AI does the first draft, these are the skills you use to brief it and check what comes back.

  • Critical Thinkingimportance 3.1/5
    Used in: Getting Information
  • Reading Comprehensionimportance 3.1/5
    Used in: Getting Information
  • Active Listeningimportance 3.0/5
    Used in: Getting Information
  • Judgment and Decision Makingimportance 3.0/5
    Used in: Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Where you could move

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Getting into this job

High school diploma is most common (49% of workers)

  • High school or less 56%
  • Certificate or some college 44%
  • On-the-job training: 2–4 years
  • Related experience: 6–12 months

What workers in this job report, from O*NET surveys (typical values).

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