2 CLERICAL AND SALES OCCUPATIONS
272.357-022 to 299.687-014
This category encompasses two occupational
fields: Clerical (Divisions 20 - 24) which includes occupations
concerned with compiling, recording, communicating, computing,
and otherwise systematizing data; Sales (Divisions 25 - 29) which
includes occupations concerned with influencing customers in
favor of a commodity or service. Includes occupations closely
identified with sales transactions even though they do not
involve actual participation. Excluded from this category are
clerical occupations primarily associated with a manufacturing
process.
272.357-022 SALESPERSON, HORTICULTURAL AND NURSERY PRODUCTS
(retail trade; wholesale tr.)
Sells container-grown plants and garden supplies in nursery,
greenhouse, or department store: Advises customer on selection of plants and methods of
planting and cultivation. Suggests trees and shrubbery suitable for specified growing conditions.
Performs other duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master
Title. May water and trim growing plants on sales floor.
GOE: 08.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
273 SALES OCCUPATIONS, TRANSPORTATION EQUIPMENT, PARTS, AND
SUPPLIES
This group includes occupations concerned with selling
transportation equipment, such as motor vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, and motor
homes and campers) and equipment, aircraft and parts, boats, ships, marine supplies, railroad
equipment, and camping, house, and utility trailers; and accessories, such as tires, tubes, and
batteries. Occupations concerned with selling bicycles and small recreational vehicles, such as
powered golf carts and snowmobiles, are included in Group 277. Occupations concerned with
selling tractors, farm vehicles, and parts are included in Group 272.
Sells aircraft to individuals and to business and industrial
establishments: Discusses suitability of different types of aircraft to meet customer's
requirements. Demonstrates aircraft in flight, stressing maneuverability, safety factors, and ease
of handling. Verifies customer's credit rating. Prepares contracts for plane storage and
maintenance service. Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE
(retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May appraise aircraft traded-in on new plane. May rent
aircraft to customers [AIRPLANE-CHARTER CLERK (air trans.)]. May pilot aircraft during
demonstrations and be required to have private pilot's license issued by Federal Aviation
Administration.
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R5 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells new or used automobiles, trucks, and vans on premises
of vehicle sales establishment: Explains features and demonstrates operation of car in showroom
or on road. Suggests optional equipment for customer to purchase. Computes and quotes sales
price, including tax, trade-in allowance, license fee, and discount, and requirements for financing
payment of vehicle on credit. Performs other duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail
trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May be designated Salesperson, New Cars (retail trade);
Salesperson, Used Cars (retail trade).
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 81
273.357-010 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, AIRCRAFT EQUIPMENT AND PARTS
(wholesale tr.)
Sells aircraft equipment and parts, such as engines,
body-and-wing assemblies, power transmission assemblies, fuel tanks, bolts, fittings, tires, and
electric motors or servomotors, performing duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells automotive-leasing services to businesses and
individuals: Visits prospective customers to stimulate interest in establishing or expanding
automotive-leasing programs. Explains advantages of leasing automotive equipment, such as tax
savings and reduced capital expenditures. Recommends types and number of vehicles needed to
satisfactorily perform job with minimal expense. Computes leasing charges, based on such
factors as length of contract, anticipated mileage, and applicable taxes. Prepares and sends
leasing contract to leasing agency. Performs other tasks to increase sales, such as evaluating
advertising campaigns or revising administrative procedures. Performs other duties as described
under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.06 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells boats and marine equipment and supplies, such as
fixtures, pumps, instruments, cordage, paints, and motor parts: Shows boat on sales floor or
shows catalog pictures and blueprints. Explains construction and performance of boat and
differences between various types of marine equipment. Advises boat owners on selection of new
equipment and problems pertaining to repairs. Performs other duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May demonstrate boat in water.
May arrange for delivery, registration, and inspection of boat. May sell water-sports equipment,
such as water skis and scuba gear. May sell marine equipment and supplies, except boats, and be
designated Sales Representative, Marine Supplies (retail trade; wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
273.357-022 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, MOTOR VEHICLES AND SUPPLIES
(wholesale tr.) alternate titles: distributor, motor vehicles and supplies
Sells motor vehicles, such as automobiles, motorcycles,
tractors, and trucks, and parts and supplies, such as batteries, tires, motors, chassis parts, tools,
equipment, and lubricants, to dealers and service stations: Confers with dealer and reviews sales
records to determine number of vehicles to order. Advises customer in methods of increasing
sales volume, utilizing knowledge of sales promotion techniques. Performs other duties as
described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May be
designated according to items sold as Sales Representative, Automobile Parts And Supplies
(wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
273.357-026 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, RAILROAD EQUIPMENT AND
SUPPLIES (wholesale tr.)
Sells railroad equipment and supplies, such as rolling stock,
signaling or braking devices, or switches: Performs duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May arrange for installation of
equipment.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells automobile supplies and accessories, such as tires,
batteries, seat covers, mufflers, and headlights: Ascertains make and year of automobile and
reads catalog for stock number of item. Performs other duties as described under
SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
273.357-034 SALESPERSON, TRAILERS AND MOTOR HOMES (retail trade)
alternate titles: salesperson, recreational vehicles
Sells travel and camping trailers, motor homes, and truck
campers to individuals: Determines customer's needs and exhibits vehicle of particular type or
model. Demonstrates use of equipment and furnishings. Performs other duties as described under
SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May prepare sales contract. May
arrange financing and insurance. May sell mobile homes, motorcycles, and snowmobiles.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
274 SALES OCCUPATIONS, INDUSTRIAL AND RELATED EQUIPMENT
AND SUPPLIES
This group includes occupations concerned with selling
construction machinery, such as power shovels, bulldozers, and concrete mixers; mining and
well-drilling equipment; building equipment, materials, and supplies, such as commercial
heating, air-conditioning, and refrigerating equipment, plumbing fixtures, roofing, glass,
insulation, bricks, and lumber; and industrial machinery, equipment, and supplies, such as textile
machines, lubricating and material-handling equipment, abrasives, gears, pipefittings, wire rope,
cartons, drums, and barrels.
274.157-010 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, ELEVATORS, ESCALATORS, AND
DUMBWAITERS (wholesale tr.)
Sells passenger and freight elevators, escalators, and
dumbwaiters to building owners and contractors: Contacts property owners and agents of
prospective customers to obtain blueprints of proposed new construction and submits to
engineering department for bid. Confers with owners of existing structures to determine type of
installation required. Inspects premises to verify feasibility of request and recommends changes
for more efficient operation. Submits specifications, such as number, size, type, load capacity,
and speed of elevator to engineering department. Presents bid to customer, explains cost factors,
emphasizing characteristics, such as construction, performance, durability, and appearance of
equipment. Follows up order to ensure lists of materials ordered are correct and work will be
completed by project deadline. Contacts owner periodically to advise of progress of work, and
attends sales and trade meetings and reads journals to keep informed of market conditions,
business trends, and new developments in industry. Performs other duties as described under
SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. If worker sells service and
modernization contracts see SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE, ELEVATORS, ESCALATORS,
AND DUMBWAITERS (wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R5 M4 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
274.257-010 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, FOUNDRY AND MACHINE SHOP
PRODUCTS (wholesale tr.)
Solicits from industrial establishments job contracts for
manufacture of foundry or machine shop products, such as castings, machine parts, pipefittings,
jigs, fixtures, and gears: Prepares price quotations or bids based on knowledge of material and
labor costs and manufacturing schedules and processes. Submits bid to customer for examination
and approval. Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail
trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R5 M4 L4 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
Sells abrasive materials in granulated or pellet form, and
abrasive products, such as wheels, disks, and belts: Advises engineering, production, and
purchasing staffs on processes and methods in use of abrasive materials. Determines abrasive
requirements for specific grinding, buffing, and polishing operations on metal, plastic, ceramics,
or wood materials. Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail
trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
274.357-014 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, BOTTLES AND BOTTLING
EQUIPMENT (wholesale tr.)
Sells bottles and bottling equipment, such as glass and plastic
bottles and jars, bottle washers, and milk pasteurizers: Recommends specific types of bottles and
equipment according to customer's specifications and type of bottling operation. Performs other
duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
May specialize in selling either bottles or equipment and be designated Sales Representative,
Bottles And Jars (wholesale tr.); Sales Representative, Bottling Equipment (wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
274.357-018 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, BUILDING EQUIPMENT AND
SUPPLIES (wholesale tr.)
Sells building materials, equipment, and supplies, such as
heating or air-conditioning equipment, insulation, glass, floor tiles, bricks, lumber, plumbing
fixtures, and roofing, following blueprints and applying knowledge of building construction.
Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale
tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 80
274.357-022 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY
(wholesale tr.) alternate titles: sales representative, heavy equipment
Sells construction machinery, such as truck cranes,
bulldozers, graders, concrete mixers, and trenchers: Recommends specific standard or modified
machine best suited for customer's use. Performs other duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May test-operate machinery at
customer work site. May sell machine maintenance and repair services.
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells fiberboard, metal, plastic, or wood containers, such as
corrugated cartons, tin cans, steel pails and drums, and barrels, utilizing knowledge of sizes and
uses of containers. Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail
trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells dairy supplies, such as cheese wrappings, rennet, filters,
cheese coloring, thickening and stabilizing agents, and test indicators, performing duties as
described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May sell
food and dairy machines and equipment. May sketch floor plans to indicate placement of
machines and equipment for maximum utilization of space.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells hardware supplies, such as plumbing and electrical
supplies, power tools and handtools, paints and varnishes, plate glass, and builder's hardware,
performing duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.)
Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells industrial machinery, such as metalworking,
woodworking, food processing, and plastic fabricating machines, utilizing knowledge of
manufacture, operation, and uses of machinery: Computes cost of installing machinery and
anticipated savings in production costs. Reviews existing plant machinery layout and draws
diagrams of proposed machinery layout to effect more efficient space utilization, using standard
measuring devices and templates. Arranges for installation of machinery. Performs other duties
as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
Worker is not required to become as involved in technical knowledge and plant efficiency as
SALES ENGINEER (profess. & kin.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells rubber products, such as gaskets, hose, belts, and
washers, made to customer's specifications, performing duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells lubricating equipment and parts to industrial
establishments: Reviews existing plant layout and draws diagrams indicating proposed location
of lubricating equipment. Recommends lubricants for particular equipment and machinery.
Arranges for installation of lubricating equipment. Demonstrates operation of installed
equipment. Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade;
wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells material-handling equipment, such as conveyor systems,
forklift trucks, chain hoists, and powered drum dumpers, to commercial and industrial
establishments, performing duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade;
wholesale tr.) Master Title. May contract for maintenance and repair service. May survey plant
and recommend installation of specific type equipment.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells nonfabricated metals, such as brass, copper, iron, and
steel, to industrial establishments, utilizing knowledge of metallurgy and applications of various
metals. Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade;
wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
274.357-058 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, OIL FIELD SUPPLIES AND
EQUIPMENT (wholesale tr.)
Sells and rents oil field supplies, machinery, equipment, and
oil well services, such as directional drilling, electrical well logging, well fishing (recovering
equipment from well bottoms), perforating, and temperature and pressure surveying, performing
duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title:
May interpret graphs and survey data for customer. May be designated according to type of sales
as Sales Representative, Oil Field Supplies (wholesale tr.); Sales Representative, Oil-Well
Equipment Rentals (wholesale tr.); Sales Representative, Oil-Well Services (wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells printing supplies, such as ink, plates, rollers, and type,
performing duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.)
Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells textile-pattern designs, and screens and rollers for
printing patterns on greige, to textile converters: Displays design drawings to customer,
examines sample of customer's greige on which pattern is to be printed, and aids customer in
selection of colors and designs, utilizing knowledge of textile, inks, and types of weaves.
Submits greige sample to own firm for printing of selected design and shows printed sample to
customer for approval. Writes sales orders for designs and required printing screens and rollers.
Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale
tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells textile machinery, such as knitting machines, carding
machines, looms, and spinning frames, utilizing knowledge of uses and operation of machinery
and performing duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale
tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells welding equipment, materials, and supplies to machine
shops and other industrial establishments, utilizing knowledge of tool-and-die making, welding
techniques, and metalworking processes. Performs duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells wire rope and cable for use in towing, hoisting, and
related activities to logging companies, construction contractors, marine supply houses, and
similar establishments, utilizing knowledge of construction industry and uses and application of
wire rope. Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade;
wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
275 SALES OCCUPATIONS, BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL EQUIPMENT
AND SUPPLIES
This group includes occupations concerned with selling office
machines, such as typewriters and data processing, computing, accounting, and duplicating
machines; service industry machines, such as commercial vacuum cleaners and refrigerators;
hotel and restaurant equipment and supplies; barber and florist supplies; shoe leather and
findings; vending machines and cash registers; commercial laundry machinery and equipment;
office and institutional furniture; and photocopy and microfilm equipment.
275.257-010 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, COMPUTERS AND EDP SYSTEMS
(wholesale tr.)
Sells computers and electronic data processing systems to
business or industrial establishments, performing duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. Analyzes customer's needs and
recommends computer system that best meets customer's requirements. Emphasizes salable
features, such as flexibility, cost, capacity, and economy of operation. Consults with staff
engineers on highly technical problems.
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R5 M4 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
275.357-010 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, BARBER AND BEAUTY EQUIPMENT
AND SUPPLIES (wholesale tr.)
Sells barber and beauty equipment and supplies, such as
hydraulic chairs, counters, mirrors, hair driers, clippers, brushes, combs, cosmetics,
hairdressings, and shampoos, to barber and beauty shops: Advises customers on layout of shop
fixtures and equipment. Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE
(retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
275.357-014 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, CHURCH FURNITURE AND
RELIGIOUS SUPPLIES (wholesale tr.)
Sells church furniture and supplies, such as pews, pulpits,
lecterns, altarware, candles, statuary, and prayer books: Measures area to be furnished. Prepares
drawings, estimates, and bids. Performs other duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May be designated Sales
Representative, Church Furniture (wholesale tr.); Sales Representative, Religious Supplies
(wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
275.357-018 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, COMMERCIAL EQUIPMENT AND
SUPPLIES (wholesale tr.)
Sells commercial furniture, equipment, and supplies other
than office machines to business establishments: Performs duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May oversee installation of
equipment. May train employees in use of equipment.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Sells cordage and twine, such as manila, sisal, nylon, orlon,
and cotton, to business and commercial establishments, performing duties as described under
SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
275.357-026 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, HOTEL AND RESTAURANT
EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (wholesale tr.)
Sells hotel and restaurant equipment and supplies, such as
dishwashers, ranges, refrigerators, counters and booths, china, glassware, silverware, drapery and
carpeting, and furniture, utilizing knowledge of design and layout of furniture or equipment.
Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale
tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells funeral equipment and supplies, such as caskets,
embalming fluids, and cosmetics, performing duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells office machines, such as typewriters and adding,
calculating, and duplicating machines, to business establishments: Performs duties as described
under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May instruct
employees or purchasers in use of machine. May make machine adjustments. May sell office
supplies, such as paper, ribbons, ink, and tapes. May rent or lease office machines. May be
designated according to type of machine sold as Sales Representative, Adding Machines
(wholesale tr.); Sales Representative, Calculating Machines (wholesale tr.); Sales Representative,
Cash Registers (wholesale tr.); Sales Representative, Dictating Machines (wholesale tr.); Sales
Representative, Duplicating Machines (wholesale tr.); Sales Representative, Typewriters
(wholesale tr.). May be designated: Sales Representative, Addressing Machines (wholesale tr.);
Sales Representative, Bookkeeping-And-Accounting Machines (wholesale tr.); Sales
Representative, Check-Endorsing-And-Signing Machines (wholesale tr.); Sales Representative,
Stenographic Machines (wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.02.03 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells pressure-sensitive tape used to seal shipping containers
and packages and for masking purposes, performing duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
275.357-042 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, SCHOOL EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
(wholesale tr.)
Sells school equipment and supplies, such as blackboards, art
supplies, science and homemaking equipment, and school furniture, performing duties as
described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
275.357-046 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, SHOE LEATHER AND FINDINGS
(wholesale tr.)
Sells shoe leather and shoe repairing supplies, such as eyelets,
welts, polish, and handtools, performing duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE
(retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
275.357-050 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, VENDING AND COIN MACHINES
(wholesale tr.)
Sells coin-operated amusement and food vending machines,
performing duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.)
Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells florist supplies, such as artificial flowers, vases, ribbon,
and wire, performing duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.)
Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
276 SALES OCCUPATIONS, MEDICAL AND SCIENTIFIC EQUIPMENT AND
SUPPLIES
This group includes occupations concerned with selling
dental, medical, veterinary, and ophthalmic equipment and supplies, such as surgical
instruments, dental tools, eyeglasses, hearing aids, orthopedic appliances, artificial limbs, and
related hospital supplies; and engineering, laboratory, and scientific instruments and supplies,
such as slide rules, drafting implements, measuring and controlling instruments, lenses and
optical instruments, and navigation and surveying instruments.
276.257-010 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, DENTAL AND MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
AND SUPPLIES (wholesale tr.)
Sells medical and dental equipment and supplies, except
drugs and medicines, to doctors, dentists, hospitals, medical schools, and retail establishments:
Studies data describing new products to develop sales approach. Compiles data on equipment
and supplies preferred by customers. Advises customers of equipment for given need based on
technical knowledge of products. Provides customers with advice in such areas as office layout,
legal and insurance regulations, cost analysis, and collection methods to develop goodwill and
promote sales. Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail
trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May be designated according to type of equipment and
supplies sold as Sales Representative, Dental Equipment And Supplies (wholesale tr.). May sell
orthopedic appliances, trusses, and artificial limbs and be designated Sales Representative,
Prosthetic And Orthotic Appliances (wholesale tr.). May sell services of dental laboratory and be
designated Sales Representative, Dental Prosthetics (wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
276.257-014 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, WEIGHING AND
FORCE-MEASUREMENT INSTRUMENTS (wholesale tr.)
Sells spring scales and dynamometers, performing duties as
described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. Evaluates
customer's needs and emphasizes salable features, utilizing technical knowledge of capabilities
and limitations of spring scales and dynamometers, engineering specifications, and catalogs.
Worker is not required to be as technically knowledgeable as SALES ENGINEER (profess. &
kin.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: S GED: R5 M4 L5 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Evaluates customers' foot conditions and fits and sells
corrective shoes, using knowledge of orthopedics or following prescription: Examines
malformed or injured joints and bone structure of customer's feet, or reads physician's
prescription to determine type of corrective shoe required. Selects shoes from stock or draws
outline and takes measurements of customer's feet to order custom-made shoes. Examines shoes
on customer's feet to verify correctness of fit. Performs other duties as described under
SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Fits and sells surgical appliances, such as trusses, abdominal
supports, braces, cervical collars, and artificial limbs, using knowledge of anatomy, orthopedics,
orthotics, and prosthetics: Measures customer with tape measure or follows prescription from
physician to determine type and size of appliance required. Selects appliance from stock and fits
appliance on customer. Writes specifications for and orders custom-made appliances. Performs
other duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May
design and fabricate, or direct fabrication of custom-made appliances.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R5 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
276.354-010 HEARING AID SPECIALIST (retail trade) alternate titles: hearing
instrument specialist; salesperson, hearing aids
Fits and sells hearing amplification systems to individuals in
retail establishment: Tests auditory system of hearing-impaired individuals, using test equipment
and applying standardized evaluation procedures; or receives individuals referred by physician
for fitting and purchasing of hearing amplification systems. Interprets and evaluates auditory test
results and confers with hearing-impaired individuals to demonstrate, select, fit, adapt, and
modify hearing amplification systems for individuals. Performs other duties as described under
SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May replace defective parts or make
repairs to hearing amplification systems returned by customers. May make impression of client's
ear to facilitate shaping of hearing aid. May visit homes of confined individuals to administer
auditory system tests. May assist individuals in aural rehabilitation methods.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 78
276.357-010 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING
SUPPLIES (wholesale tr.)
Sells architectural and engineering supplies, such as
protractors, slide rules, triangles, and T-squares, to business and industrial establishments:
Performs other duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale
tr.) Master Title. May deliver supplies ordered and collect payment for orders.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells precision instruments, such as laboratory, navigation,
and surveying instruments, performing duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE
(retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.01.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells veterinarian and animal hospital instruments, drugs,
equipment, supplies, and packaged food, performing duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
277 SALES OCCUPATIONS, SPORTING, HOBBY, STATIONERY, AND
RELATED GOODS
This group includes occupations concerned with selling
amusement devices, such as games and toys; sporting and athletic goods, such as firearms and
ammunition, fishing tackle, golf and tennis goods, bicycles, billiard tables, skates, and
gymnasium and playground equipment; photographic equipment and supplies, such as cameras,
projectors, film, and enlargers; musical instruments and accessories, sheet music, phonograph
records, and prerecorded tapes; pets and pet supplies; hobby goods, including stamps and coins
for collectors; souvenirs, trinkets, and novelties; books and periodicals; and stationery goods and
greeting cards. Occupations concerned with selling industrial photographic equipment, such as
blueprinting and diazotype (white printing) equipment, are included in Group 274. Occupations
concerned with selling commercial photographic equipment, such as photocopy and microfilm
equipment, are included in Group 275.
277.354-010 SALESPERSON, PIANOS AND ORGANS (retail trade)
Sells pianos or organs: Plays instrument to demonstrate tonal
qualities of piano or combinations of tones on organ. Discusses construction and operating
techniques of organs, or construction of piano with effect on tone, quality, and limitations.
Advises customer on style of organ or piano to harmonize with other furniture. May appraise
used organs or pianos for trade-in allowance. May rent pianos or organs and prepare rental
contracts. Performs duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.)
Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
277.357-010 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, HOBBIES AND CRAFTS (retail trade;
wholesale tr.)
Sells hobby and craft materials, such as leather,
leatherworking tools, ceramic clay, paints, and model kits: Explains and demonstrates use of
tools and materials to retail dealers. Performs other duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
277.357-014 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AND
ACCESSORIES (wholesale tr.)
Sells brass, percussion, stringed, and woodwind musical
instruments, accessories, and supplies, performing duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells novelties, such as souvenirs, toys, statuettes, glassware,
and trinkets, to variety stores, toy stores, and carnivals, performing duties as described under
SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Sells publications, such as books and periodicals: Suggests
sales promotion techniques to retail dealers to increase sales. Performs other duties as described
under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
277.357-026 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, RECREATION AND SPORTING GOODS
(wholesale tr.)
Sells amusement and sporting goods, such as hunting and
fishing equipment, camping equipment, athletic equipment, playground equipment, toys, and
games: Performs duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale
tr.) Master Title. May be designated according to product sold as Sales Representative,
Playground Equipment (wholesale tr.); Sales Representative, Sporting Goods (wholesale tr.);
Sales Representative, Toys And Games (retail trade; wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
277.357-030 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, WRITING AND MARKING PENS
(wholesale tr.)
Sells ballpoint, fountain, and felt-tipped pens to retail dealers,
performing duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.)
Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
277.357-034 SALESPERSON, BOOKS (retail trade)
Sells books in book or department store: Suggests selection of
books, based on knowledge of current literature and familiarity with publishers' catalogs and
book reviews. Arranges books on shelves and racks according to type, author, or subject matter.
Performs other duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master
Title. May specialize in selling technical publications.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
277.357-038 SALESPERSON, MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AND ACCESSORIES
(retail trade)
Sells brass, percussion, stringed, and woodwind musical
instruments, musical accessories, equipment, and supplies: Explains function, mechanisms, and
care of musical instruments to customer. Demonstrates and discusses quality of tone and
variations in instruments of different prices. Performs other duties as described under
SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May make repairs. May solicit
business of orchestras or other musical groups. May rent instruments to customers and prepare
rental contracts.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
277.357-042 SALESPERSON, PETS AND PET SUPPLIES (retail trade)
Sells pets and pet accessories, equipment, food, and remedies:
Advises customer on care, training, feeding, living habits, and characteristics of pets, such as
dogs, cats, birds, fish, and hamsters. Explains use of equipment, such as aquarium pumps and
filters. Feeds and provides water for pets. Performs other duties as described under
SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May clean cages and tanks. May
suggest remedies for certain animal diseases or recommend services of VETERINARIAN
(medical ser.).
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
277.357-046 SALESPERSON, PHONOGRAPH RECORDS AND TAPE
RECORDINGS (retail trade)
Sells phonograph records and tape recordings in music store,
record shop, or department store, performing duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail
trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. Assists customers in selection of instrumental and vocal
recordings in musical categories, such as popular, classical, folk, and religious, using knowledge
of available releases, catalogs, and lists. May also sell recording maintenance equipment and
supplies.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
277.357-050 SALESPERSON, PHOTOGRAPHIC SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT
(retail trade; wholesale tr.)
Sells photographic and optical equipment and supplies, such
as cameras, projectors, film, and binoculars: Demonstrates equipment to customer and explains
functioning of various cameras, filters, lenses, and other photographic accessories. Receives film
for processing. Performs other duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale
tr.) Master Title. May repair photographic or optical equipment.
GOE: 08.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
277.357-054 SALESPERSON, SHEET MUSIC (retail trade)
Sells books and sheet music for instrumental and vocal
groups or soloists, utilizing knowledge of composers, compositions, and types of music, such as
classical, popular, and sacred. Performs duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade;
wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells sporting goods and athletic equipment: Advises
customer on type of equipment for specific purposes, such as length of golf club, size of grip on
tennis racket, weight of bowling ball, length of skis and poles, and caliber and make of gun or
rifle. Explains care of equipment, regulations of games, and fish and game laws. Informs
customer of areas for hunting, fishing, or skiing, and cost of such outings. Performs other duties
as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May repair sporting
goods.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
277.357-062 SALESPERSON, STAMPS OR COINS (retail trade; wholesale tr.)
Sells stamps or coins, or both, to collectors: Locates stamp or
coin desired by customer. Discusses value of items with customer. Performs other duties as
described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May appraise and
classify stamps or coins, using magnifier and catalogs. May buy coins or stamps from collectors
and wholesalers for resale.
GOE: 08.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
277.357-066 SALESPERSON, TOY TRAINS AND ACCESSORIES (retail trade)
Sells toy trains, model train kits, and accessories, such as
tracks, batteries, tunnels, and signal lights, performing duties as described under
SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
277.457-010 SALESPERSON, ART OBJECTS (retail trade)
Sells paintings, art materials, curios, and mirror and picture
frames, performing duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.)
Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Sells single, allied, diversified, or multiline products to
WHOLESALERS (wholesale tr.) I 185.167-070 or other customers for one or more
manufacturers on commission basis: Contacts manufacturers and arranges to sell their products.
Calls on regular or prospective customers to solicit orders. Demonstrates products and points out
salable features. Answers questions concerning products, such as price, credit terms, and
durability. Completes sales contracts or forms to record required sales information. May forward
orders to manufacturer. May promote products at trade shows and conferences.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 81
279.357-010 SALES EXHIBITOR (nonprofit org.)
Sells variety of products made by the blind, such as wallets,
mops, neckties, rugs, aprons, and babywear: Contacts businesses and civic establishments and
arranges to exhibit and sell merchandise made by the blind on their premises. Sets up and
displays merchandise to attract attention of prospective customers. Performs other duties as
described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
279.357-014 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, GENERAL MERCHANDISE (wholesale
tr.)
Sells variety of merchandise, such as dry goods, notions, and
housewares, to retail stores or other outlets, performing duties as described under SALES
REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May assemble and stock product
displays in retail stores. May obtain credit information on prospective customers and forward
findings to home office.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 89
Sells leather goods, such as billfolds, luggage, handbags, and
utility kits, utilizing knowledge of kinds and grades of leather and product manufacturing
process. Performs duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade;
wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 80
279.357-026 SALES REPRESENTATIVE, PAPER AND PAPER PRODUCTS
(wholesale tr.)
Sells paper and paper products, such as bags, containers,
newsprint, wrapping paper, stationery, towels, and plates. Performs duties as described under
SALES REPRESENTATIVE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May be designated
according to type of paper as Sales Representative, Printing Paper (wholesale tr.); or paper
product sold as Sales Representative, Envelope (wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells fabricated plastic products, such as boxes, shipping
containers, and refrigerator linings. Prepares sketches and specifications for items to meet
specific needs of customer. Performs duties as described under SALES REPRESENTATIVE
(retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Sells water softener tanks and service contracts to home
owners, laundries, apartment houses, and motel owners: Calls on prospective customers from list
furnished by company, or develops own sales leads by door-to-door canvassing. Tests water at
location for hardness, acidity, and iron and sulfur content, using water analysis kit. Persuades
customer to purchase water softener tank, if test results indicate need. Prepares sales contract and
service agreement for customer, collects deposit, and issues receipt. Determines interest on time
payment plans, using interest table. May examine water pipes in building and suggest location
for tank.
GOE: 08.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
279.357-038 SALESPERSON-DEMONSTRATOR, PARTY PLAN (retail trade)
Displays and sells merchandise, such as clothes, household
items, jewelry, toiletries, or toys, to guests attending house party: Confers with party sponsor to
arrange date, time, and number of guests. Sets up display of sample merchandise. Meets guests
and converses with them to establish rapport. Discusses items on display or demonstrates uses of
product, and explains program to guests. Hands out catalogs or brochures that picture
merchandise available. Writes orders for merchandise and arranges for payment. Delivers orders
to sponsor or individual and collects monies due. May give small sample items to guests. May
discuss program with guests to persuade them to sponsor house party by describing benefits
derived from sponsorship. May assist sponsor to serve refreshments.
GOE: 08.02.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Sells burial needs, such as cemetery plots and crypts, grave
coverings, markers, and mausoleums: Contacts prospects at their homes in response to telephone
inquiries, referrals from funeral homes, and leads from obituary notices. May sell monuments
and similar memorials, either in employ of cemetery or monument firm. May specialize in one
type of burial need and be designated Salesperson, Burial Plots (retail trade); Salesperson, Grave
Coverings And Markers (retail trade).
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells merchandise in any assigned department of sales
establishment in substitute or supplementary capacity, performing duties as described under
SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. Worker is experienced in selling
merchandise in many departments and is assigned to particular department depending on store
need.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
279.357-050 SALESPERSON, GENERAL HARDWARE (retail trade; wholesale
tr.)
Sells hardware, such as nails, bolts, screws, hand-and-power
tools, electrical equipment, plumbing supplies, garden tools, and paint: Advises customer on
tools, hardware, and materials needed, and procedure to follow to complete task customer wishes
to perform. Informs customer about quality of tools, hardware, and equipment, and demonstrates
use. Performs related duties, such as estimating amount of paint required to cover given area,
mixing paint, and cutting screen, glass, wire, or window shades to specified size. Performs other
duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May
specialize in selling paint or wall coverings and be designated Salesperson, Paint (retail trade;
wholesale tr.); Salesperson, Wall Coverings (retail trade; wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 81
279.357-054 SALESPERSON, GENERAL MERCHANDISE (retail trade; wholesale
tr.)
Sells variety of commodities in sales establishment,
performing duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title.
May demonstrate use of merchandise. May examine defective article returned by customer to
determine if refund or replacement should be made. May estimate quantity of merchandise
required to fill customer's need.
GOE: 08.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 81
279.357-058 SALESPERSON, JEWELRY (retail trade)
Displays and sells jewelry and watches: Advises customer on
quality, cuts, or value of jewelry and gems and in selecting mountings or settings for gems.
Informs customer of various grades of watch movements and type of servicing offered by
manufacturer. Performs other duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale
tr.) Master Title. May estimate cost of jewelry and watch repair. May suggest designs for custom
jewelry. May sell flatware, hollowware, and tableware, and advise customer on quality, grades,
and patterns.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
279.357-062 SALESPERSON, PARTS (retail trade; wholesale tr.) alternate titles:
counter clerk; parts clerk
Sells automotive, appliance, electrical, and other parts and
equipment in repair facility or parts store: Ascertains make, year, and type of part needed,
inspects worn, damaged, or defective part to determine replacement required, or advises
customer of part needed according to description of malfunction. Discusses use and features of
various parts, based on knowledge of machine or equipment. Reads catalog, microfiche viewer,
or computer for replacement part stock number and price. Advises customer on substitution or
modification of part when replacement is not available. Examines returned part to determine if
defective, and exchanges part or refunds money. Fills customer orders from stock. Marks and
stores parts in stockroom according to prearranged system. Receives and fills telephone orders
for parts. Performs other duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.)
Master Title. May measure engine parts, using precision measuring instruments, to determine
whether similar parts may be machined down or built up to required size. Usually specializes in
selling parts for one type of machinery or equipment and is designated according to part sold, as
Counter Clerk, Appliance Parts (retail trade; wholesale tr.); Counter Clerk, Automotive Parts
(retail trade; wholesale tr.); Counter Clerk, Farm Equipment Parts (retail trade; wholesale tr.);
Counter Clerk, Industrial Machinery and Equipment Parts (retail trade; wholesale tr.); Counter
Clerk, Radio, Television, and Electronics Parts (retail trade; wholesale tr.); Counter Clerk,
Tractor Parts (retail trade; wholesale tr.); Counter Clerk, Truck Parts (retail trade; wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 81
29 MISCELLANEOUS SALES OCCUPATIONS
This division includes occupations concerned with sales
transactions, except those of sales representatives and salespersons which are included in
Divisions 25, 26, and 27, and occupations closely related to sales transactions, even though they
do not involve actual participation in such transactions.
290 SALES CLERKS
This group includes occupations concerned with selling,
usually in a retail store, any of a large variety of inexpensive merchandise, usually without
specializing in any single commodity and not requiring much more knowledge of merchandise
than price.
Redeems books of trading stamps or coupons in exchange for
merchandise and vacation trips: Shows customer selection of merchandise in display catalog and
aids customer to make selection of merchandise. Counts books and verifies number of coupons
required for requested articles, and cancels books exchanged for merchandise, using canceling
machine. Collects sales tax on merchandise. Orders or obtains merchandise from stockroom.
Fills out order form to request merchandise from warehouse when items requested by customer
are not in stock. Talks to customers to resolve complaints or problems about merchandise and
stamps. May keep record of books redeemed, taxes collected, and merchandise distributed. May
take inventory of stock. May arrange merchandise for display on counters, racks, shelves, or
stands. May wrap items.
GOE: 07.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
290.477-014 SALES CLERK (retail trade)
Obtains or receives merchandise, totals bill, accepts payment,
and makes change for customers in retail store such as tobacco shop, drug store, candy store, or
liquor store: Stocks shelves, counters, or tables with merchandise. Sets up advertising displays or
arranges merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales. Stamps, marks, or tags price on
merchandise. Obtains merchandise requested by customer or receives merchandise selected by
customer. Answers customer's questions concerning location, price, and use of merchandise.
Totals price and tax on merchandise purchased by customer, using paper and pencil, cash
register, or calculator, to determine bill. Accepts payment and makes change. Wraps or bags
merchandise for customers. Cleans shelves, counters, or tables. Removes and records amount of
cash in register at end of shift. May calculate sales discount to determine price. May keep record
of sales, prepare inventory of stock, or order merchandise. May be designated according to
product sold or type of store.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 82
290.477-018 SALES CLERK, FOOD (retail trade)
Obtains or prepares food items requested by customers in
retail food store, totals customer bill, receives payment, and makes change: Fills customer order,
performing duties such as obtaining items from shelves, freezers, coolers, bins, tables, or
containers; cleaning poultry; scaling and trimming fish; slicing meat or cheese, using slicing
machine; preparing take-out sandwiches and salads; dispensing beverages; and warming food
items in oven. Weighs items, such as produce, meat, and poultry to determine price. Lists and
totals prices, using paper and pencil, calculator, or cash register. Informs customer of total price
of purchases. Receives payment from customer for purchases and makes change. Bags or wraps
purchases for customer. Cleans shelves, bins, tables, and coolers. Stamps, marks, or tags price on
merchandise. Sets up displays and stocks shelves, coolers, counter, bins, tables, freezers,
containers, or trays with new merchandise. May make deliveries to customer home or place of
business [DELIVERER, MERCHANDISE (retail trade) 299.477-010]. May write orders,
decorate cakes, or describe available specialty products, such as birthday cakes. May order
merchandise from warehouse or supplier. May be designated according to type of food sold as
Grocery Clerk (retail trade); Meat Counter Clerk (retail trade); Produce Clerk (retail trade) I;
Sales Clerk, Fish (retail trade).
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 82
291 VENDING AND DOOR-TO-DOOR SELLING OCCUPATIONS
This group includes occupations concerned with hawking and
selling merchandise or services on street, door to door, or at amusement and recreational
facilities, such as sports arenas and nightclubs, using basket, pushcart, horse and wagon, stand,
carrying case, or truck to carry merchandise.
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
selling magazine subscriptions door to door. Gives training to crew in company methods and
procedures in selling and writing sales contract. Assigns crews to specified area. Reviews orders
received by crewmembers. Compiles magazine sales records. May hire crewmembers.
GOE: 08.02.08 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells merchandise or service, such as books, magazines,
notions, brushes, and cosmetics, going from door to door without making appointments or
following leads from management, other workers, or from listings in city and telephone
directories: Displays sample products, explains desirable qualities of products, and leaves
samples, or distributes advertising literature explaining service or products. Writes and submits
orders to company. Delivers merchandise, collects money, and makes change. May contact
individuals previously solicited in person, by telephone, or by mail to close sale. May travel from
one area to another, or be assigned to specified territory.
GOE: 08.02.08 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 2 DLU: 81
291.454-010 LEI SELLER (retail trade) alternate titles: lei maker
Makes and sells leis (wreaths or garlands of flowers) to
persons arriving or departing on ships, or attending social functions, such as dances. Does not
operate stand or permanent place of business. Sells individual flowers, bouquets, and accessories.
GOE: 08.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
291.457-010 CIGARETTE VENDOR (hotel & rest.)
Sells cigars, cigarettes, corsages, and novelties to patrons in
hotels, restaurants, and nightclubs: Walks among guests carrying tray of articles and persuades
patrons to make purchases. May order supplies. May wire flowers and attach ribbons to form
corsages.
GOE: 08.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Sells beverages, cakes, candies, cigarettes, and sandwiches to
passengers in railroad passenger coaches: Walks down aisle of car, with basket or cart containing
items for sale, and calls out offerings. Serves items to passengers. Accepts money for items
purchased and returns change. May sell newspapers, magazines, postcards, playing cards, and
similar nonfood items only and be designated News Agent (r.r. trans.).
GOE: 08.03.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Sells merchandise, such as fruit, vegetables, flowers, or ice
cream, on streets or from door to door, usually using basket, pushcart, or truck to carry products.
May attract attention by playing chimes or chanting song. May be designated according to
product sold as Ice-Cream Vendor (retail trade); Vegetable Vendor (retail trade).
GOE: 08.03.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Sells refreshments, programs, novelties, or cushions at sports
events, parades, or other entertainments: Circulates among patrons or spectators, calling out
items for sale. Hands, passes, or throws item to purchaser, receives payment, and makes change
as required. Checks out items to replenish stock and turns in monies from sales.
GOE: 08.03.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
292 ROUTE SALES AND DELIVERY OCCUPATIONS
This group includes occupations concerned with selling and
delivering such items as baked goods, milk, ice, newspapers, and laundry and dry cleaning to
customers by driving truck or other vehicle or walking along established route. Includes
collecting coins from vending or amusement machines, juke boxes, parking meters, and pay
telephones along established route. Occupations concerned with selling merchandise on street,
from vehicle, or door to door are found in Group 291. Occupations concerned only with
transporting goods by truck are found in Division 90.
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
collecting money from meters, pay phones, amusement machines, jukeboxes, or vending
machines: Assigns workers to routes and keeps records of areas to be serviced. Counts coins and
computes amount due to agents and subscribers. May pay refunds. May schedule and coordinate
delivery of merchandise to vending machines. Performs other duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (clerical) Master Title.
GOE: 07.07.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Supervises and coordinates activities of DRIVERS, SALES
ROUTE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) engaged in selling and distributing products or services:
Plans routes and schedules drivers, vehicles, and deliveries and pickups based on driver,
company, and customer information. Records drivers' attendance and time for payroll records.
Informs DRIVERS, SALES ROUTE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) of location of accounts and of
collection procedures. Demonstrates sales methods. Oversees loading and dispatching of trucks.
May collect overdue payments. May collect daily cash receipts from drivers and record amounts
in records. May solicit new accounts. May investigate customer complaints and pay claims for
damaged articles. May drive vehicle to designated areas. May load vehicles. May compute
payroll and distribute pay to subordinates. Performs other duties as described under
SUPERVISOR (any industry) Master Title. May be designated according to product sold as
Supervisor, Newspaper Deliveries (wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.02.07 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Drives truck or automobile over established route to deliver
and sell products or render services, collects money from customers, and makes change: Drives
truck to deliver such items as beer, soft drinks, bakery products, dry cleaning, laundry, specialty
foods, and medical supplies to customer's home or place of business. Collects money from
customers, makes change, and records transactions on customer receipt. Writes customer order
and instructions. Records sales or deliveries information on daily sales or delivery record. Calls
on prospective customers to solicit new business. Prepares order forms and sales contracts.
Informs regular customers of new products or services. Listens to and resolves service
complaints. May place stock on shelves or racks. May set up merchandise and sales promotion
displays or issue sales promotion materials to customers. May collect or pick up empty
containers or rejected or unsold merchandise. May load truck. May issue or obtain customer
signature on receipt for pickup or delivery. May clean inside of truck. May perform routine
maintenance on truck. May direct DRIVER HELPER, SALES ROUTE (retail trade; wholesale
tr.) 292.667-010 to load and unload truck and carry merchandise. May be designated according to
product delivered or service rendered.
GOE: 08.02.07 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 3 DLU: 81
Drives truck or automobile over prescribed route to deliver
newspapers to wholesale or retail newspaper dealers, or to bus, airline, or express stations for
shipment: Loads newspapers onto vehicle. Reviews list of dealers, customers, or station drops for
change in deliveries. Drives truck or automobile over prescribed route on city streets or rural
roads. Delivers newspapers to dealers or individual subscribers at their homes or place of
business, or to bus, airline, or express station for shipment. Keeps records of deliveries made.
Collects receipts for deliveries to newsdealers. May pick up unsold newspapers and credit
newsdealer's account. May collect payment for newspaper deliveries from customers. May keep
records pertaining to driving expenses, such as mileage, oil, and gasoline. May stock newspapers
in street sales rack, and collect coins from rack coin boxes. May distribute sales promotion
material to customers with newspaper deliveries. May be designated according to publication
delivered as Magazine-Delivery Driver (wholesale tr.).
GOE: 05.08.03 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Delivers and sells newspapers to subscribers along prescribed
route and collects money periodically: Purchases newspapers at wholesale price for resale to
subscriber at retail rate. Walks or rides bicycle to deliver newspapers to subscribers. Keeps
records of accounts. Contacts prospective subscribers along route to solicit subscriptions. May
attend training sessions to learn selling techniques. If worker delivers newspapers, using
automobile or truck, see NEWSPAPER-DELIVERY DRIVER (wholesale tr.).
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Drives lunch truck over regular scheduled route, and sells
miscellaneous food specialties, such as sandwiches, box lunches, and beverages, to industrial and
office workers, students, and to patrons of sports and public events. Loads and unloads truck.
Maintains truck and food-dispensing equipment in sanitary condition and good working order.
May prepare and wrap sandwiches for delivery. May push lunch-cart through departments of
industrial establishment or office building to sell merchandise and be known as Lunch-Wagon
Operator (hotel & rest.).
GOE: 09.04.01 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Drives truck over established route to collect money from and
refill coin-operated amusement-game machines, jukeboxes, and vending machines that dispense
merchandise, such as cigarettes, coffee, food, beverages, and candy: Loads truck with supplies
according to written or verbal instructions. Drives truck to establishment, collects coins, refills
machine, cleans inside of machines that dispense food or beverages, and records amount of
money collected. Turns in money to cashiering department at completion of route and unloads
truck. Reports malfunctioning machines to maintenance department for repair. May perform
minor repairs or adjustments on machines, using handtools, to correct malfunctions. May
promote installation of new or additional coin-operated machines at locations of customers or
potential customers. May be designated according to type of machine serviced as
Amusement-Game Machine Coin Collector (business ser.); Jukebox Coin Collector (business
ser.); Vending-Machine Coin Collector (business ser.).
GOE: 05.08.03 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Aids DRIVER, SALES ROUTE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) in
providing sales, services, or deliveries of goods to customers over an established route,
performing any combination of the following duties: Loads and unloads truck at beginning and
end of trip. Carries merchandise from truck to customer's home or store. Collects c.o.d. payments
or obtains receipts. May drive to relieve driver. May solicit new business.
GOE: 08.02.07 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Collects coins or coin boxes from parking meters or telephone
pay stations: Unlocks telephone faceplate and removes box containing money. Inserts empty box
and locks faceplate. Tags boxes to identify pay stations. Reports malfunctioning telephones or
parking meters to repair department. Delivers boxes to central depot for machine counting,
tabulating, and customer payment. May count coins and compute amount due subscriber,
according to difference between minimum guaranteed rate and total cash in box. May pay
subscriber percentage refund. May adjust or repair parking meters, using handtools. May keep
records of collections, balances due, and refunds. May be designated according to type of
equipment involved as Parking-Meter-Coin Collector (business ser.); Telephone Coin-Box
Collector (tel. & tel.).
GOE: 07.07.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 87
293 SOLICITORS
This group includes occupations concerned with encouraging
individuals to join, contribute to, or otherwise participate in activities or causes, such as joining
clubs or organizations, contributing money or time to charitable causes, or donating blood.
Supervises and coordinates activities of BLOOD-DONOR
RECRUITERS (medical ser.) engaged in soliciting blood donations from employees or members
of companies, unions, and fraternal organizations: Selects, trains, and assigns BLOOD-DONOR
RECRUITERS (medical ser.). Reviews records and reports to evaluate BLOOD-DONOR
RECRUITER (medical ser.) performance and recommends personnel action when necessary.
Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists BLOOD-DONOR RECRUITER (medical ser.)
in solving problems. Interprets blood-bank policies and procedures to staff. Attends management
meetings to exchange ideas and information and discuss problems. Assists in preparation of
annual budget by providing data and making recommendations. Serves as liaison between
donor-enrollment unit and other units of blood bank. Occasionally answers requests for
information from prospective or participating blood-donor groups. Occasionally speaks to
interested donor groups about blood-bank program.
GOE: 11.09.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
293.157-010 FUND RAISER I (nonprofit org.)
Plans fund raising program for charities or other causes, and
writes to, telephones, or visits individuals or establishments to solicit funds or gifts-in-kind:
Compiles and analyzes information about potential contributors to develop mailing or contact list
and to plan selling approach. Writes, telephones, or visits potential contributors and persuades
them to contribute funds or gifts-in-kind by explaining purpose and benefits of fund raising
program. Takes pledges or funds from contributors. Records expenses incurred and contributions
received. May organize volunteers and plan social functions to raise funds. May prepare fund
raising brochures for mail-solicitation programs. May train volunteers to perform certain duties
to assist fund raising.
GOE: 11.09.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R5 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 87
293.357-010 BLOOD-DONOR RECRUITER (medical ser.)
Contacts fraternal, business, and labor organizations by
telephone, in person, or by mail to solicit blood donations from employees or members for
nonprofit blood bank: Develops list of prospective donor groups by using organizational,
professional, and industrial listings and directories. Contacts prospective donor groups to explain
requirements and benefits of participation in blood donor program. Visits prospective or
participating blood donor group to discuss blood program. Distributes promotional material and
uses audio-visual aids to motivate groups to participate in blood-donor program. Keeps records
of organizations participating in program. Arranges specific date of blood collection for
blood-donor group and confirms appointment in writing. Records information for mobile
blood-collection unit, such as space available, staffing required, and number of donors
anticipated. Consults blood bank records to answer questions, monitor activity, or resolve
problems of blood donor groups. Prepares reports of blood-donor program and recruitment
activities. May identify donors with rare-type blood from blood-bank records, and telephone
donors to solicit and arrange blood donation.
GOE: 11.09.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L4 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
293.357-014 FUND RAISER II (nonprofit org.) alternate titles: contribution
solicitor
Contacts individuals and firms to solicit donations for charity
or other causes: Confers with supervisor, or reads potential donor list, to determine which
individuals or firms to approach. Contacts individuals and firms by telephone, in person, or by
mail to solicit funds or gifts-in-kind. Takes pledges for amounts or gifts-in-kind to be
contributed, or accepts immediate cash payments. May sell emblems or other tokens of
organization represented. May write letter to express appreciation for donation. May arrange for
pick-up of gifts-in-kind.
GOE: 08.02.08 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 2 DLU: 87
Promotes goodwill and solicits trade for local business firms
who are members of parent organization: Develops list of prospective clients from such sources
as newspaper items, utility companies' records, and local merchants. Visits homes of new
residents, prospective parents, recently married couples, engaged persons, and other prospects to
explain and sell services available from local merchants. Usually presents token gifts or gift
certificates to induce clients to use local services or purchase local merchandise. Prepares reports
of services rendered and visits made for parent organization and member firms. May solicit new
organization membership. May explain community services available. May organize clubs and
plan parties for new residents.
GOE: 11.09.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
293.357-022 MEMBERSHIP SOLICITOR (any industry)
Solicits membership for club or trade association: Visits or
contacts prospective members to explain benefits and costs of membership and to describe
organization and objectives of club or association. May collect dues and payments for
publications from members. May solicit funds for club or association [FUND RAISER
(nonprofit org.) II]. May speak to members at meetings about services available.
GOE: 08.02.08 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
294 AUCTIONEERS
This group includes occupations concerned with selling
commodities to highest bidder at auctions.
Sells articles at auction to highest bidder: Appraises
merchandise before sale and assembles merchandise in lots according to estimated value of
individual pieces or type of article. Selects article to be auctioned at suggestion of bidders or by
own choice. Appraises article and determines or asks for starting bid. Describes merchandise and
gives information about article, such as history and ownership, in order to encourage bidding.
Continues to ask for bids, attempting to stimulate buying desire of bidders. Closes sale to highest
bidder. May write auction catalog and advertising copy for local or trade newspapers and
periodicals. May be designated according to property auctioned as Auctioneer, Art (retail trade;
wholesale tr.); Auctioneer, Automobile (wholesale tr.); Auctioneer, Furniture (retail trade;
wholesale tr.); Auctioneer, Livestock (retail trade; wholesale tr.); Auctioneer, Real Estate (retail
trade; wholesale tr.); Auctioneer, Tobacco (wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.02.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Records amounts of final bids for merchandise at auction
sales, and receives money from final bidders at auction: Locates lot and item number of article
up for bidding on record sheet. Listens to amount of bids called for by AUCTIONEER (retail
trade; wholesale tr.) and records final amount bid for article. Receives deposit money or full
payment from final bidders.
GOE: 07.03.01 STRENGTH: S GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Assists AUCTIONEER (retail trade; wholesale tr.) at auction
by tagging and arranging articles for sale, calling out lot and item numbers, and holding or
displaying articles being auctioned: Receives and stores incoming merchandise to be auctioned.
Writes assigned record numbers on tags and wires tags to articles. Arranges articles into group
lots, according to similarity of type of merchandise, such as household goods, art objects,
jewelry, and furniture. Assigns lot and item numbers to grouped articles and records numbers on
tags and in record book. Calls out lot and item numbers of article being auctioned and holds or
otherwise displays article during bidding. Assists final bidders in locating purchased items.
GOE: 07.07.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
295 RENTAL CLERKS
This group includes occupations concerned with renting
commodities, such as automobiles, bicycles, boats, films, televisions, tools and equipment, and
trailers.
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
renting and maintaining safe-deposit boxes: Turns controls to set vault clock for reopening.
Authorizes forcing, servicing, and repair of safe-deposit box locks. Approves or disapproves
rentals and requests for admittance to safe-deposit boxes in accordance with bank regulations.
Develops, implements, and evaluates improved procedures for safe deposit operations. Monitors
prices charged by competitors, recommends rental fees for safe-deposit boxes, and develops
marketing plan to advertise safe-deposit services. Prepares cost, expense, and budget reports.
Keeps departmental records. Trains and assigns duties to new employees. May open and close
vault. May admit customer to vault. Performs duties as described under SUPERVISOR (clerical)
Master Title.
GOE: 07.01.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 89
295.357-010 APPAREL-RENTAL CLERK (retail trade)
Rents formal clothes or costumes to customers: Talks to
customer to determine clothing needs, date needed, quantity, style, color, and size. Shows
customers available or appropriate garments. Explains rental fee to customer. Orders or reserves
garment selected. Packages garments selected with complimentary accessories, such as cuff
links, cummerbunds, neckties, and studs, and places in protective bag or box. Obtains suitable
identification and deposit as security from customer. Computes rental charge and tax and
prepares bill for customer. Collects money from customer or charges bill on customer's credit
card. Examines garments for damages, and designates garments for cleaning or repair. May mark
garments on customer for alteration. May sew buttons, hooks, hems, snaps, tears, or make minor
alterations, by hand or using sewing machine. May mail or deliver rented garments to customer.
May mail advertising material to customers. May return cleaned or repaired garments to stock.
May be designated according to type of garments rented as Costume-Rental Clerk (retail trade);
Formal-Wear-Rental Clerk (retail trade).
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Rents tools and equipment to customers: Suggests tools or
equipment, based on work to be done. Prepares rental form and quotes rental rates to customer.
Starts power equipment to ensure performance prior to issuance to customer. Computes rental fee
based on hourly or daily rate. Cleans, lubricates, and adjusts power tools and equipment. May
drive truck or use handtruck to deliver tools or equipment to customer.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Rents furniture and accessories to customers: Talks to
customer to determine furniture preferences and requirements. Guides or accompanies customer
through showroom, answers questions, and advises customer on compatibility of various styles
and colors of furniture items. Compiles list of customer-selected items. Computes rental fee,
explains rental terms, and presents list to customer for approval. Prepares order form and lease
agreement, explains terms of lease to customer, and obtains customer signature. Obtains credit
information from customer. Forwards forms to credit office for verification of customer credit
status and approval of order. Collects initial payment from customer. Contacts customers to
encourage followup transactions. May visit commercial customer site to solicit rental contracts,
or review floor plans of new construction and suggest suitable furnishings. May sell furniture or
accessories [SALESPERSON, FURNITURE (retail trade) 270.357-030].
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 86
Charters or rents airplanes to licensed pilots, licensed flight
instructors, or charters aircraft to passenger-customers with company pilot: Determines purpose,
destination, dates and time of flight, and number of passengers to select appropriate airplane for
charter. Examines pilot's license to assure customer is qualified to pilot aircraft or is qualified to
train students, or notifies company pilot of requested flight. Prepares rental or charter forms and
secures customer's signature. Reserves airplane and records flight information in logbook.
Informs other workers to fuel, clean, and move airplane to flight line. Computes customer's
charges based on hours flown and company rate schedule. Receives payment or records credit
charges. Prepares monthly bills. Requisitions and keeps records of office and airplane supplies.
May inspect airplanes periodically to check if they are properly cleaned and serviced. May file
flight plans with airport traffic controller. May provide pilots with weather forecasts and airplane
specifications.
GOE: 07.04.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
295.367-014 BABY-STROLLER AND WHEELCHAIR RENTAL CLERK (retail
trade) alternate titles: stroller rental clerk; wheelchair and baby-stroller rental clerk
Rents baby strollers and wheelchairs in shopping or
recreation and amusement areas: Explains rental terms to customers. Unfolds or pushes stroller
or wheelchair from storage area. Explains to customers how to use stroller or wheelchair.
Accepts cash, driver's license, or credit cards as deposit for stroller or wheelchair. Accepts rental
fee and makes change. Occasionally cleans strollers and wheelchairs and inspects for damage.
May adjust parts of strollers or wheelchairs to correct defect, using handtools.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Rents films and audio-visual equipment to individuals and
organizations, such as schools, churches, clubs, and business firms: Views incoming films to
familiarize self with content. Recommends films on specific subjects to show to designated
group, utilizing knowledge of film content, availability of film, and rental charge. Determines
and quotes rental charges for film, depending on purpose for showing film, number of times to be
shown, and size of audience. Writes orders, listing shipping date, show date, and method of
shipping film. Posts film rental dates on office records to complete reservation. May write or
type correspondence, invoices, and shipping labels. May visit prospective or current customers to
sell film-rental and audio-visual-equipment-renting service.
GOE: 11.02.04 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Rents safe-deposit boxes to bank customers: Interviews
customer to obtain information necessary to open account. Types rental contract and obtains
customer signature. Collects initial rental fee from customer and writes receipt. Issues
safe-deposit box key to customer. Files safe-deposit records, such as signature cards, rental
contract, and access slips to vault. Admits customer to safe-deposit vault. Orders replacements
for lost keys. Schedules repairs for safe-deposit box locks. Contacts vendor to forcibly open
safe-deposit box when necessary, such as when customer loses key. Receives and records
customer payment of yearly safe-deposit fee. May record box rental information, payment, and
account changes, using computer terminal. May perform clerical duties.
GOE: 07.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 4 DLU: 89
Leases storage space to customers of rental storage facility:
Informs customers of space availability, rental regulations, and rates. Assists customers in
selection of storage unit size according to articles or material to be stored. Records terms of
rental on rental agreement form and assists customer in completing form. Photographs completed
form and customer to establish identification record, using security camera. Computes rental fee
and collects payment. Maintains rental status record and waiting list for storage units. Notifies
customers when rental term is about to expire or rent is overdue. Inspects storage area
periodically to ensure storage units are locked. Observes individuals entering storage area to
prevent access to or tampering with storage units by unauthorized persons. Loads film into
security and surveillance cameras, records dates of film changes, and monitors camera operations
to ensure performance as required. Cleans facility and maintains premises in orderly condition.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 2 DLU: 86
295.467-010 BICYCLE-RENTAL CLERK (retail trade)
Rents bicycles to patrons at beach, resort, or retail
bicycle-rental store: Explains bicycle-rental rates and conditions to customer. Issues bicycle to
customer and records time of transaction. Receives returned bicycles and examines them for
abuse or breakage. Computes rental charge according to elapsed time and accepts payment,
imposing specified fee for damage to bicycle. Records time bicycle was returned. Prepares cash
report at end of shift. Tags bicycles needing repair or service. May adjust bicycle seat to suit
customer. May receive money deposit or identification, such as driver's license, as security
toward return of bicycle. May explain operation of bicycle and features of certain bicycles, such
as gear shifting and hand brakes, to customers.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
295.467-014 BOAT-RENTAL CLERK (amuse. & rec.)
Rents canoes, motorboats, rowboats, sailboats, and fishing
equipment: Explains rental rates and operation of boats and equipment to customer. Assists
customers in and out of boats. Launches and moors boats. Tows disabled boats to shore, using
motorboat. Calculates rental payment and collects payment from customer. May make minor
adjustments and repairs on motors of motorboats, such as replacing battery, using handtools.
May pump water out of boats, using mechanical pump.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Rents television sets to hospital patients: Determines, from
hospital staff and records, names of patients requesting television rental service. Visits patient's
room and unlocks and adjusts television set. Explains operation of remote controls and informs
patient of rental fee. Periodically collects rental fees. Keeps records of television rentals and fees
due. May deliver and connect portable television sets.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Rents trailers, trucks, and power-driven mobile machinery
and equipment: Talks with customer to determine type of equipment needed, such as vacation,
boat, or open trailer, or moving truck or moving-van trailer, or cement mixer. Quotes rental rates
and collects security deposit. Prepares rental-agreement form. Directs yard personnel to hitch
trailer to customer's vehicle or bring truck or power-driven mobile equipment to customer.
Computes rental charges, collects money, makes change, and returns deposit. May pull trailer
into position and fasten appropriate hitch to customer's vehicle. May splice wires from trailer's
taillights onto wires of customer's vehicle's taillights to provide brake and turn signals to trailer.
May advise customer on type of equipment to rent, depending on work to be done. May rent
power tools and equipment [TOOL-AND-EQUIPMENT-RENTAL CLERK (business ser.; retail
trade)]. May be designated according to type of equipment rented as
Construction-Machinery-And-Equipment-Rental Clerk (business ser.);
Farm-Machinery-And-Equipment-Rental Clerk (business ser.); Truck Rental Clerk (automotive
ser.).
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Rents automobiles to customers: Talks with customer to
determine type of automobile and accessories desired, such as power steering and
air-conditioning, location for pick up and return of automobile, and number of days needed for
rental. Quotes cost of rental, based on type of automobile, daily rates, estimated mileage,
insurance coverages requested, and amount of deposit required. Examines customer's driver's
license and credit card, to determine validity of identification and eligibility for rental. Completes
rental contract, explains rental policies and procedures, verifies credit, and obtains customer
signature and deposit. Calls storage or service area to determine automobile availability and
request delivery, and to check automobile upon return for damage and to record mileage and fuel
level reading. Accepts automobiles returned by customer and computes rental charges based on
type of automobile, length of time, distance traveled, taxes, and other expenses, such as late
charges or damage fees incurred during rental. May reconcile cash or credit card slips with rental
agreements and send to management. May inspect automobile fluid levels and add fluids, such as
fuel, oil, and engine coolant to maintain automobile. May deliver automobile to customer. May
keep log to track location of rented automobiles. May be designated according to type of
automobile rented as Limousine Rental Clerk (automotive ser.).
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 4 DLU: 81
296 SHOPPERS
This group includes occupations concerned with visiting
competing stores to gather information, such as style, quality, and prices of competitive
merchandise, to aid employing establishment in setting its prices and determining its buying
policy; suggesting suitable purchases to customers; and purchasing items from other stores for
individual customers.
296.357-010 PERSONAL SHOPPER (retail trade) alternate titles: professional shopper;
shopper's aide; special shopper
Selects and purchases merchandise for department store
customers, according to mail or telephone requests. Visits wholesale establishments or other
department stores to purchase merchandise which is out-of-stock or which store does not carry.
Records and processes mail orders and merchandise returned for exchange. May escort customer
through store.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
296.367-010 AUTOMOBILE LOCATOR (retail trade)
Phones other new or used automobile dealers to locate type of
automobile desired by customer. Prepares papers for transfer of automobile. Keeps records of
automobiles traded.
GOE: 07.05.03 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Compares prices, packaging, physical characteristics, and
styles of merchandise in competing stores: Visits stores to observe details of merchandise and
gather information that will be valuable to employer in setting prices and determining buying
policies. Verifies complaints of customers on price of merchandise by shopping at designated
store to ascertain same quality and style for specified price. Prepares reports of findings. May
check with BUYER (profess. & kin.) to verify that advertised merchandise will be available for
customer purchase, and that merchandise, price, and sales dates are accurately described in
advertising copy and illustration. May purchase merchandise in various locations for quality
comparison tests.
GOE: 08.01.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
297 SALES PROMOTION OCCUPATIONS
This group includes occupations concerned with promoting
interest on the part of customers to buy or rent merchandise or real estate by indirect selling
techniques, such as modeling or demonstrating merchandise, instructing customers in arts and
crafts involved in producing or using product, or giving guided tours to prospective buyers.
Demonstrates merchandise and products to customers to
promote sales: Displays product and explains features to customers. Answers customer's
questions about product. Demonstrates use or production of product and simultaneously explains
merits to persuade customers to buy product. May perform duties described under
SALESPERSON (retail trade; wholesale tr.) Master Title. May suggest product improvements to
employer. May use graphic aids, such as charts, slides, or films, to facilitate demonstration. May
give product samples to customers. May conduct guided tours of plant where product is made.
May train other demonstrators. May visit retail store or customer's home to demonstrate
products. May be designated according to type merchandise demonstrated as Bakery
Demonstrator (retail trade); Ceramic-Maker Demonstrator (retail trade); Cosmetics Demonstrator
(retail trade); Food Demonstrator (retail trade; wholesale tr.); Glassware-Maker Demonstrator
(retail trade); Housewares Demonstrator (retail trade; wholesale tr.).
GOE: 08.02.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 3 DLU: 81
297.354-014 DEMONSTRATOR, KNITTING (retail trade)
Shows customers how to knit garments or accessories by
hand: Demonstrates methods of holding needles and making various stitches. Interprets knitting
terminology and how to read and follow knitting instructions for customer. Suggests yarn for use
in particular style of garment and estimates amount to purchase. Takes customer's measurements
for proposed garment and estimates number of stitches required for each part of garment. Sells
customer yarn required for knitting specified garment or clothing accessory.
GOE: 08.02.05 STRENGTH: S GED: R4 M4 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Demonstrates and explains operation and care of electric or
gas appliances to utility company customers to promote appliance sales, and advises customers
on energy conservation methods: Visits community organizations and schools to demonstrate
operating features and care of appliances, such as air-conditioners, driers, ranges, and washers.
Explains how electricity or gas is produced and transmitted, reasons for electricity and gas rate
increases, and methods of efficiently using appliances to conserve energy and reduce utility bills.
Lectures to dealers, sales personnel, and employees of utility company on efficient use and care
of appliances, as part of training program. Answers telephone and written requests from
customers for information about appliance use. May advise customers on related homemaking
problems, such as kitchen planning, home lighting, heating-fuel conservation, food preparation,
and laundering with new fabrics. May write articles and pamphlets on appliance use. May
represent utility company as guest on radio or television programs to discuss conservation of
electrical or gas energy.
GOE: 08.02.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R5 M3 L5 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Attends trade, traveling, promotional, educational, or
amusement exhibit to answer visitors' questions, explain or describe exhibit, and to protect it
against theft or damage. May set up or arrange display. May demonstrate use of displayed items.
May lecture and show slides. May collect fees or accept donations. May solicit patronage. May
distribute brochures. May obtain names and addresses of prospective customers. May drive truck
and trailer to transport exhibit. May be designated Trade-Show Representative (any industry).
GOE: 09.01.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
297.451-010 INSTRUCTOR, PAINTING (retail trade)
Selects and recommends materials for customers' use in
ornamental painting, such as on plaques, lampshades, and fabrics. Demonstrates painting
techniques and advises customers in various aspects of painting and materials to purchase. Does
ornamental painting for other departments.
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Demonstrates sewing machines and their operation to retail
store customers: Shows customers recommended procedures for cutting material from patterns,
assembly and basting, and machine sewing. Explains and demonstrates use of various
attachments, such as hemmer, edge stitcher, and ruffler. May instruct customers in alteration of
garments.
GOE: 08.02.05 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
297.667-014 MODEL (garment; retail trade; wholesale tr.) alternate titles: fashion
model; house model
Models garments, such as dresses, coats, underclothing,
swimwear, and suits, for garment designers, BUYERS (profess. & kin.), sales personnel, and
customers: Dresses in sample or completed garments. Stands, turns, and walks to demonstrate
features, such as garment quality, style, and design, to observers at fashion shows, private
showings, and retail establishments. May inform prospective purchasers as to model, number,
and price of garments and department where garment can be purchased. May select own
accessories. May be designated according to size of garment modeled. May model for
PHOTOGRAPHER, STILL (profess. & kin.) [MODEL, PHOTOGRAPHERS' (any industry)] or
for ILLUSTRATOR (profess. & kin.) [MODEL, ARTISTS' (any industry.)].
GOE: 01.08.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
298 MERCHANDISE DISPLAYERS
This group includes occupations concerned with planning and
executing commercial displays, such as those in windows and interiors of retail stores and those
used in trade exhibitions.
Displays merchandise, such as clothes, accessories, and
furniture, in windows, showcases, and on sales floor of retail store to attract attention of
prospective customers: Originates display ideas or follows suggestions or schedule of
MANAGER, DISPLAY (retail trade) and constructs or assembles prefabricated display
properties from wood, fabric, glass, paper, and plastic, using handtools. Arranges properties,
mannequins, furniture, merchandise, and backdrop according to prearranged plan or own ideas.
Places price and descriptive signs on backdrop, fixtures, merchandise, or floor. May dress
mannequins for use in displays and be designated Model Dresser (retail trade). May be
designated according to area trimmed or decorated as Showcase Trimmer (retail trade); Window
Dresser (retail trade).
GOE: 01.02.03 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Prepares and installs decorations and displays from blueprints
or drawings for trade and industrial shows, expositions, festivals, and other special events: Cuts
out designs on cardboard, hard board, and plywood, according to motif of event. Constructs
portable installations according to specifications, using woodworking power tools. Installs
booths, exhibits, displays, carpets, and drapes, as guided by floor plan of building. Arranges
installations, furniture, and other accessories in position shown in prepared sketch. Installs
decorations, such as flags, banners, festive lights, and bunting, on or in building, street, exhibit
halls, and booths, to achieve special effects [DECORATOR, STREET AND BUILDING (any
industry)]. Assembles and installs prefabricated parts to reconstruct traveling exhibits from
sketch submitted by client, using handtools.
GOE: 01.06.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M4 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
299 MISCELLANEOUS SALES OCCUPATIONS, N.E.C.
This group includes occupations, not elsewhere classified,
concerned with sales transactions.
299.137-010 MANAGER, DEPARTMENT (retail trade) alternate titles: department
supervisor; manager, floor
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers in
department of retail store: Interviews job applicants and evaluates worker performance to
recommend personnel actions such as hiring, retention, promotion, transfer or dismissal of
workers. Assigns duties to workers and schedules break periods, work hours, and vacations.
Trains workers in store policies, department procedures, and job duties. Orders merchandise,
supplies, and equipment. Records delivery of merchandise, compares record with merchandise
ordered, and reports discrepancies to control costs and maintain correct inventory levels. Inspects
merchandise to ensure it is correctly priced and displayed. Recommends additions to or deletions
of merchandise to be sold in department. Prepares sales and inventory reports. Listens to
customer complaints, examines returned merchandise, and resolves problems to restore and
promote good public relations. May assist sales workers in completing difficult sales. May sell
merchandise. May approve checks written for payment of merchandise purchased in department.
May install and remove department cash-register-receipt tape and audit cash receipts. May
perform customer service activities and be designated Customer Service Manager (retail trade).
May plan department layout or merchandise or advertising display [DISPLAYER,
MERCHANDISE (retail trade) 298.081-010]. May be designated according to department
managed or type of merchandise sold as Candy-Department Manager (retail trade);
Toy-Department Manager (retail trade); Produce-Department Manager (retail trade).
GOE: 11.11.05 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 7 DLU: 78
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
promoting and selling beer and other malt liquors for wholesale distributor: Accompanies
workers on visits to customers to evaluate work performance, ascertain customer problems, and
detect market trends. Reviews sales orders and records of new and delinquent accounts to
ascertain market conditions and status of customers' accounts. Compiles sales figures and reports
problems to management. Confers with management and sales personnel to formulate plans for
meeting competition and improving sales. Adjusts customers' complaints.
GOE: 08.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
preparing such advertising media as sample books and swatches for sales force and customers of
textile manufacturing or finishing concerns. Distributes sample books and other media to
customers and advertising agencies. Performs other duties as described under SUPERVISOR
(any industry) Master Title. May compare samples with cloth lots for style and color
specifications.
GOE: 06.02.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
299.137-022 SUPERVISOR, ICE STORAGE, SALE, AND DELIVERY (food prep.,
nec) alternate titles: ice platform supervisor
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
storing, delivering, and selling ice. Performs duties as described under SUPERVISOR (any
industry) Master Title.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
299.137-026 SUPERVISOR, MARINA SALES AND SERVICE (retail trade)
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in
launching, retrieving, and servicing boats, and selling sport fishing equipment and supplies:
Assists workers in launching and retrieving trailer-mounted boats, using dock crane and electric
winch. Services boats with fuel and assists in casting off and tying up boats. Loads or unloads
fishing and propulsion equipment from boats. Demonstrates sport fishing merchandise, such as
fishing rods and reels, electronic communication and navigational equipment, and protective
clothing to customers. Orders fuel for boats, and fishing equipment and supplies, such as rods
and reels, bait, and ice. Inventories stock. Trains new workers in job duties.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Promotes and coordinates sale and distribution of newspapers
in areas served by franchised wholesale distributors: Surveys urban and suburban areas to
determine newspaper sales potential, using statistical tables, and recommends new outlets and
locations for newsstands, street-sale racks, and carrier routes. Schedules delivery and distribution
of newspapers and regulates size of orders to maintain maximum sales with minimum return of
unsold papers. Evaluates dealer sales and assists dealers through sales promotion and training
programs. Inspects routes to ensure prompt and regular delivery of newspapers to distributors,
dealers, carriers, and vending machines. Distributes and explains circulation instructions and
changes to distributors and dealers, and investigates and adjusts dealer complaints. Examines and
investigates applications for sale or transfer of franchises. Investigates delinquent accounts and
makes collections. Instructs drivers, dealers, and carriers in sales techniques to improve sales.
Lays out home delivery routes and organizes carrier crews. Analyzes sales statistics to assist
management in circulation planning. Reports on sales and activities of competitors. Writes
promotional bulletins to notify dealers and carriers of special sales promotions and offers.
Arranges for sale of newspapers at special events and sale of special issues and editions in case
of important news breaks.
GOE: 11.09.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Sells, installs, and repairs milking equipment: Calls on
farmers to solicit repair business and to sell new milking equipment, such as vacuum pumps,
buckets, pipelines, and replacement parts. Demonstrates milking machines. Cuts and threads pipe
and attaches fittings, using plumber's tools, to install pipelines. Cleans and flushes pipelines, and
repairs pulsators and vacuum pumps.
GOE: 08.02.02 STRENGTH: M GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
299.357-010 LINEN CONTROLLER (laundry & rel.)
Contacts customers of linen rental service to discuss
inventory control and usage of rented articles and to solicit new business: Examines rented
articles and discusses with customers selection and use of articles to prevent abuse. Reviews
customer inventory records to determine charges for replacement of damaged articles.
Recommends account cancellation when customers continue to ruin articles. Solicits new
business and estimates required inventory. May inspect plant equipment for defects that stain or
tear articles during laundry process.
GOE: 08.02.06 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Solicits orders for merchandise or services over telephone:
Calls prospective customers to explain type of service or merchandise offered. Quotes prices and
tries to persuade customer to buy, using prepared sales talk. Records names, addresses,
purchases, and reactions of prospects solicited. Refers orders to other workers for filling. Keys
data from order card into computer, using keyboard. May develop lists of prospects from city and
telephone directories. May type report on sales activities. May contact DRIVER, SALES
ROUTE (retail trade; wholesale tr.) 292.353-010 to arrange delivery of merchandise.
GOE: 08.02.08 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 3 DLU: 88
299.357-018 WEDDING CONSULTANT (retail trade)
Advises prospective brides in all phases of wedding planning,
such as etiquette, attire of wedding party, and selection of trousseau: Compiles list of prospective
brides from newspaper announcements of engagements. Mails promotional material to offer own
and store's services as consultant. Recommends trousseau for bride, and costumes and
accessories for attendants. Advises bride on selection of silverware style and pattern, china,
glassware, stationery, invitations, flowers, and catering service. May display and sell wedding
trousseau to bride, and attire for attendants, and silverware, china, and glassware to brides and
wedding gift purchasers, performing duties as described under SALESPERSON (retail trade;
wholesale tr.) Master Title. May compile and maintain gift register. May arrange for
photographers to take pictures of wedding party. May attend rehearsals and wedding ceremony to
give advice on etiquette. May accompany bride when shopping in store or shop for her.
GOE: 08.02.06 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Fills ophthalmic eyeglass prescriptions and fits and adapts
lenses and frames, utilizing written optical prescription: Evaluates prescription in conjunction
with client's vocational and avocational visual requirements. Determines client's current lens
prescription, when necessary, using lensometer or lens analyzer and client's eyeglasses.
Recommends specific lenses, lens coatings, and frames to suit client needs. Assists client in
selecting frames according to style and color, coordinating frames with facial and eye
measurements and optical prescription. Measures client's bridge and eye size, temple length,
vertex distance, pupillary distance, and optical centers of eyes, using millimeter rule and light
reflex pupillometer. Prepares work order and instructions for grinding lenses and fabricating
eyeglasses. Verifies finished lenses are ground to specification. Heats, shapes, or bends plastic or
metal frames to adjust eyeglasses to fit client, using pliers and hands. Instructs clients in adapting
to, wearing, and caring for eyeglasses. Sells optical goods, such as binoculars, plano sunglasses,
magnifying glasses, and low vision aids. Repairs damaged frames. May be required to hold
license issued by governing state. May fabricate lenses to prescription specifications. May select
and order frames for display. May grind lens edges or apply coating to lenses. May manage one
or more optical shops. May compute amount of sale and collect payment for services. May fit
contact lenses only and be designated Optician, Contact-Lens Dispensing (optical goods; retail
trade).
GOE: 05.10.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 7 DLU: 81
Performs duties as described under APPRENTICE (any
industry) Master Title.
GOE: 05.10.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R4 M3 L4 SVP: 7 DLU: 77
299.364-010 DRAPERY AND UPHOLSTERY MEASURER (retail trade) alternate
titles: upholstery and drapery measurer
Calls at customers' homes to take measurements for and
estimate cost of fabricating draperies and window shades, slipcovers, and upholstery: Measures
area of furniture to be covered. Draws sketches to scale of work to be done. Discusses selection
of fabric and other materials with customer, using material samples, and informs customer of
material, fabrication, and installations costs. May be designated according to specialty as
Slip-Cover Estimator (retail trade); Window-Shade Estimator (retail trade).
GOE: 05.09.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L2 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
299.364-014 GIFT WRAPPER (retail trade) alternate titles: wrapper
Wraps and decorates customer's purchases with gift-wrapping
paper, ribbons, bows, and tape in retail store. May collect money and make change for
gift-wrapping service. May assist customer to select appropriate wrapping materials.
GOE: 01.06.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M2 L1 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
Performs any combination of following tasks in post
exchange: Arranges for gift wrapping, monogramming, printing, and fabrication of such items as
desk nameplates and rubber stamps, and repair or replacement of defective items covered by
warranty. Takes orders for such items as decorated cakes, cut flowers, personalized greeting
cards and stationery, and merchandise rentals and repairs. Prepares special order worksheet.
Keeps record of services in progress. Notifies customer when service is completed and accepts
payment. Acts as WEDDING CONSULTANT (retail trade). Assists customers to select and
purchase specified merchandise [PERSONAL SHOPPER (retail trade)]. Keeps records of items
in layaway, receives and posts customer payments, and prepares and forwards delinquent notices
[LAYAWAY CLERK (retail trade)]. Issues temporary identification cards from information on
military records. Approves customer's checks and provides check cashing service according to
exchange policy. Answers customer's telephone, mail, and in-person inquiries and directs
customers to appropriate sales area [INFORMATION CLERK (clerical)]. Resolves customer
complaints and requests for refunds, exchanges, and adjustments. Provides customers with
catalogs and information concerning prices, shipping time, and costs.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 4 DLU: 77
Inventories, stores, prices, and restocks merchandise displays
in retail store: Takes inventory or examines merchandise to identify items to be reordered or
replenished. Requisitions merchandise from supplier based on available space, merchandise on
hand, customer demand, or advertised specials. Receives, opens, and unpacks cartons or crates of
merchandise, checking invoice against items received. Stamps, attaches, or changes price tags on
merchandise, referring to price list. Stocks storage areas and displays with new or transferred
merchandise. Sets up advertising signs and displays merchandise on shelves, counters, or tables
to attract customers and promote sales. Cleans display cases, shelves, and aisles. May itemize
and total customer merchandise selection at check out counter, using cash register, and accept
cash or charge card for purchases. May pack customer purchases in bags or cartons. May
transport packages to specified vehicle for customer. May be designated according to type of
merchandise handled as Baked-Goods Stock Clerk (retail trade); Delicatessen-Goods Stock Clerk
(retail trade); Discount-Variety-Store Stock Clerk (retail trade); Liquor-Store Stock Clerk (retail
trade); Meat Stock Clerk (retail trade); Pharmacy Stock Clerk (retail trade); Produce Stock Clerk
(retail trade); or type of store worked in as Supermarket Stock Clerk (retail trade).
GOE: 05.09.01 STRENGTH: H GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 4 DLU: 81
Receives clocks and watches for repairs: Examines defective
timepieces to identify malfunction, using loupe and handtools, and estimates cost of repairs,
using knowledge of repairs and cost charts. Forwards timepiece to workshop with notation of
repairs needed. May keep list of repairs and costs. May make minor repairs, such as replacing
crystals or bands. May estimate cost to repair jewelry.
GOE: 05.09.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Sells ice to customers from platform of ice plant: Pulls ice
from storage room chute or conveyor with pair of ice tongs in quantities desired by customer or
as specified on written wholesale order and slides ice across platform and into delivery trucks.
Obtains signature of driver or wholesale charge-account customers on order. Cuts portions of ice
from block for retail customers, using ice pick, and loads ice into car, using tongs. Accepts
payment for ice sold. Keeps daily inventory record of ice on hand, record of sales, cash received,
and orders filled.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: H GED: R3 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
299.387-010 DRAPERY AND UPHOLSTERY ESTIMATOR (retail trade)
Estimates price of making and installing household
accessories, such as draperies, slipcovers, window shades, and furniture upholstery: Computes
cost of fabric and hardware, according to measurements, work specifications, and type of fabric
to be used, using calculator. Itemizes cost of labor in making and installing goods. Records total
price on sales check or contract. May contact customer to obtain additional information about
order. May confer with ARCHITECTS (profess. & kin.) and interior decorators to obtain
additional information when computing estimates for commercial orders. May take
measurements for draperies, upholstery, slip covers, or shades in customer's home [DRAPERY
AND UPHOLSTERY MEASURER (retail trade)]. May specialize in estimating price of specific
type of household accessory and be designated Drapery Estimator (retail trade); Upholstery
Estimator (retail trade).
GOE: 05.09.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M3 L2 SVP: 5 DLU: 77
Selects stamps to mail to customers on approval, based on
customers' current orders or record of amount and type of past purchases.
GOE: 07.07.02 STRENGTH: S GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
299.387-018 STAMP CLASSIFIER (retail trade)
Classifies stamps according to value and condition
preparatory to selling to collectors: Sorts stamps into various classes. Examines stamp and
determines value, using stamp catalog as guide.
GOE: 05.09.01 STRENGTH: S GED: R4 M2 L3 SVP: 6 DLU: 77
Stores and releases merchandise and receives payments for
merchandise held in layaway department: Places ordered merchandise on shelves in storeroom.
Receives payments on account and final payments for merchandise and issues receipts, using
cash register. Keeps records of packages held, amount of each payment, and balance due.
Contacts customer when specified period of time has passed without payment to determine if
customer still wants merchandise. Releases merchandise to customer upon receipt of final
payment, or when customer opens charge account, or routes merchandise for delivery to shipping
or delivery department. Packs merchandise when picked up by or being delivered to customer.
GOE: 07.03.01 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 3 DLU: 77
299.477-010 DELIVERER, MERCHANDISE (retail trade)
Delivers merchandise from retail store to customers on foot,
bicycle, or public conveyance: Unpacks incoming merchandise, marks prices on articles, and
stacks them on counters and shelves [STOCK CLERK (retail trade) 299.367-014]. Walks, rides
bicycle, or uses public conveyances to deliver merchandise to customer's home or place of
business. Collects money from customers or signature from charge-account customers. Sweeps
floors, runs errands, and waits on customers [SALES CLERK (retail trade) 290.477-014]. May
drive light truck to deliver orders. May be designated according to merchandise delivered as
Deliverer, Food (retail trade); Deliverer, Pharmacy (retail trade).
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
299.587-010 PRODUCE WEIGHER (retail trade)
Weighs produce selected by customer in self-service store.
Marks price on bag. May unpack produce, stock counters, arrange produce in attractive displays,
and clean counters, display tables, and work area.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77
299.647-010 IMPERSONATOR, CHARACTER (any industry)
Impersonates traditional holiday or storybook characters, such
as Santa Claus, Snow White, and the Three Little Pigs, to promote sales activity in retail stores,
at conventions or exhibits, and to amuse children at hospitals, amusement parks and private
parties. Wears character costumes and impersonates characters portrayed to amuse children and
adults. May hand out samples or presents, demonstrate toys, pose for pictures, and converse with
children and adults. May appear in costume parade. May solicit donations on street for charitable
purposes. May be designated according to character portrayed as Easter Bunny (any industry);
Santa Claus (any industry); Santa's Helper (any industry).
GOE: 01.07.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L3 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
Places posters and banners in prominent places to advertise
entertainment, political event, or product: Secures permission from owner to place posters and
banners on private property. Displays posters in windows of stores, restaurants, and other public
places. Fastens banners and posters to fences, poles, and sides of buildings, using paste, twine,
tacks and hammer, hand staplers, and ladders.
GOE: 05.12.12 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
299.667-014 STOCK CHECKER, APPAREL (retail trade)
Gathers and counts garments tried on by customers in fitting
rooms of retail store: Hangs garments according to size on display racks, and refastens belts,
buttons, and zippers on garments tried by customers. Counts number of garments carried in and
out of dressing rooms to assure no garments are missing. May sew on missing and loose buttons,
hooks, and loops.
GOE: 05.09.03 STRENGTH: L GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
299.677-010 SALES ATTENDANT (retail trade) alternate titles: attendant, self-service
store
Performs any combination of following duties to provide
customer service in self-service store: Aids customers in locating merchandise. Answers
questions from and provides information to customer about merchandise for sale. Obtains
merchandise from stockroom when merchandise is not on floor. Arranges stock on shelves or
racks in sales area. Directs or escorts customer to fitting or dressing rooms or to cashier. Keeps
merchandise in order. Marks or tickets merchandise. Inventories stock.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R3 M1 L2 SVP: 2 DLU: 81
Assists customers and stocks merchandise in building
materials and supplies department of self-service store: Answers questions and advises customer
in selection of building materials and supplies. Cuts lumber, screening, glass, and related
materials to size requested by customer, using power saws, holding fixtures, and various
hand-cutting tools. Assists customer to load purchased materials into customer's vehicle. Moves
materials and supplies from receiving area to display area, using forklift or hand truck. Marks
prices on merchandise or price stickers, according to pricing guides, using marking devices.
Straightens materials on display to maintain safe and orderly conditions in sales areas. Covers
exposed materials, when required, to prevent weather damage. Counts materials and records
totals on inventory sheets.
GOE: 09.04.02 STRENGTH: H GED: R2 M2 L2 SVP: 3 DLU: 86
299.687-010 PORTER, SAMPLE CASE (wholesale tr.)
Carries or rolls sample cases while accompanying sales
representative on calls to wholesale or retail stores. Opens sample cases upon arrival at store, and
assists sales representative in displaying merchandise to prospective buyers. Replaces
merchandise when sales representative has completed visit. May transport samples cases, using
automobile.
GOE: 09.05.06 STRENGTH: M GED: R2 M1 L1 SVP: 2 DLU: 77
299.687-014 SANDWICH-BOARD CARRIER (any industry)
Wears sign boards and walks in public to advertise
merchandise, services, or belief. May distribute handbills to passers-by
[ADVERTISING-MATERIAL DISTRIBUTOR (any industry)]. May wear costume to attract
attention [IMPERSONATOR, CHARACTER (any industry)]. May work for labor organization
and be designated Picket, Labor Union (nonprofit org.).
GOE: 08.03.02 STRENGTH: L GED: R1 M1 L1 SVP: 1 DLU: 77