Typical Tasks
Trim excess material, using scissors.
Sew garments, using needles and thread or sewing machines.
Repair or replace defective garment parts, such as pockets, zippers, snaps, buttons, and linings.
Remove stitches from garments to be altered, using rippers or razor blades.
Press garments, using hand irons or pressing machines.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Cooperation
Attention to Detail
Integrity
Self-Control
Stress Tolerance
Achievement/Effort
What key skills are needed for this job?
Time Management
Active Listening
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Social Perceptiveness
Monitoring
Expected Knowledge
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Common Activities
Controlling Machines and Processes
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Thinking Creatively
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
