Fishers & Related Fishing Workers
Also called: Captain, Deckhand, Commercial Fisherman, Clam Digger
What they do:
Use nets, fishing rods, traps, or other equipment to catch and gather fish or other aquatic animals from rivers, lakes, or oceans, for human consumption or other uses. May haul game onto ship.
On the job, you would:
- Steer vessels and operate navigational instruments.
- Put fishing equipment into the water and anchor or tow equipment, according to the fishing method used.
- Maintain engines, fishing gear, and other on-board equipment; and perform minor repairs.
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
Engineering and Technology
Transportation
Math and Science
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Hand and Finger Use
Controlled Movement
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People interested in this work like activities that include
practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They do well at jobs that need:
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