53-0000 TRANSPORTATION AND MATERIAL MOVING OCCUPATIONS
53-1000 Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers
53-1040 First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers
This broad occupation includes the following five detailed occupations:
53-1041 Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
53-1042 First-Line Supervisors of Helpers, Laborers, and Material Movers, Hand
53-1043 First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators
53-1044 First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants
53-1049 First-Line Supervisors of Transportation Workers, All Other
53-1041 Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
Supervise and coordinate the activities of ground crew in the loading, unloading, securing, and staging of aircraft cargo or baggage. May determine the quantity and orientation of cargo and compute aircraft center of gravity. May accompany aircraft as member of flight crew and monitor and handle cargo in flight, and assist and brief passengers on safety and emergency procedures. Includes loadmasters.
Illustrative examples: Air Cargo Ground Crew Supervisor, Air Cargo Ground Operations Supervisor, Airport Ramp Supervisor
53-1042 First-Line Supervisors of Helpers, Laborers, and Material Movers, Hand
Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of helpers, laborers, or material movers, hand.
Illustrative examples: Material Handling Crew Supervisor, Warehouse Supervisor
53-1043 First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of material-moving machine and vehicle operators and helpers.
Illustrative examples: Crane Crew Supervisor, Truck Driver Supervisor
53-1044 First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants
Supervise and coordinate activities of passenger attendants. Includes supervisors of “Flight Attendants” (53-2031).
Illustrative examples: Chief Ship Steward, Flight Service Manager
53-1049 First-Line Supervisors of Transportation Workers, All Other
All first-line supervisors of transportation workers not listed separately.
Illustrative examples: Gas Station Supervisor
53-2000 Air Transportation Workers
53-2010 Aircraft Pilots and Flight Engineers
This broad occupation includes the following two detailed occupations:
53-2011 Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
53-2012 Commercial Pilots
53-2011 Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing aircraft, usually on scheduled air carrier routes, for the transport of passengers and cargo. Requires Federal Air Transport certificate and rating for specific aircraft type used. Includes regional, national, and international airline pilots and flight instructors of airline pilots.
Illustrative examples: Airline Captain, Airline Pilot In Command, Charter Pilot (Airline)
53-2012 Commercial Pilots
Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing aircraft on nonscheduled air carrier routes or helicopters. Requires Commercial Pilot certificate. Includes charter, air ambulance, and air tour pilots.
Illustrative examples: Aerial Crop Duster, Flight Instructor (Commercial Pilot), Helicopter Pilot
53-2020 Air Traffic Controllers and Airfield Operations Specialists
This broad occupation includes the following two detailed occupations:
53-2021 Air Traffic Controllers
53-2022 Airfield Operations Specialists
53-2021 Air Traffic Controllers
Control air traffic on and within vicinity of airport, and movement of air traffic between altitude sectors and control centers. Authorize, regulate, and control commercial airline flights to expedite and ensure flight safety.
Illustrative examples: Air Traffic Control Operator, Control Tower Operator, Enroute Controller
53-2022 Airfield Operations Specialists
Ensure safe takeoff and landing of aircraft. Coordinate between air-traffic control and maintenance personnel, dispatch flights, monitor safety procedures, and maintain flight records.
Illustrative examples: Aviation Operations Specialist, Flight Operations Coordinator
53-2030 Flight Attendants
53-2031 Flight Attendants
Monitor safety of the aircraft cabin. Provide services to passengers, explain safety information, serve food and beverages, and respond to emergencies.
Illustrative examples: Airline Flight Attendant, Airplane Flight Attendant
53-3000 Motor Vehicle Operators
53-3010 Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians
53-3011 Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians
Drive ambulance or assist driver in transporting sick, injured, or convalescent persons. Assist in lifting patients.
Illustrative examples: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Driver
53-3030 Driver/Sales Workers and Truck Drivers
This broad occupation includes:
53-3031 Driver/Sales Workers
53-3032 Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
53-3033 Light Truck Drivers
53-3031 Driver/Sales Workers
Drive truck or vehicle over established routes to sell or deliver goods. May take orders, collect payments, or stock merchandise.
Illustrative examples: Newspaper Delivery Driver, Pizza Delivery Driver, Route Salesperson
53-3032 Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Drive a tractor-trailer combination or truck with capacity of at least 26,001 pounds GVW. May unload truck. Requires commercial driver’s license.
Illustrative examples: Cement Truck Driver, Dump Truck Driver, Garbage Truck Driver
53-3033 Light Truck Drivers
Drive a light vehicle (under 26,001 pounds GVW), primarily to deliver merchandise or packages. May load/unload.
Illustrative examples: Grocery Truck Driver, Parcel Delivery Driver
53-3050 Passenger Vehicle Drivers
Includes:
53-3051 Bus Drivers, School
53-3052 Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
53-3053 Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs
53-3054 Taxi Drivers
53-3051 Bus Drivers, School
Drive a school bus to transport students safely. May assist in boarding or exiting.
Illustrative examples: School Bus Operator, Special Education Bus Driver
53-3052 Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
Drive bus or motor coach for regular routes, charters, or private carriage.
Illustrative examples: Motor Coach Driver, Public Transit Bus Driver
53-3053 Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs
Drive vehicles to transport passengers on scheduled routes; may collect fare. Includes nonemergency medical transporters.
Illustrative examples: Airport Shuttle Driver, Courtesy Van Driver, Hotel Shuttle Driver
53-3054 Taxi Drivers
Drive motor vehicles to transport passengers on an unscheduled basis and charge fare via meter.
Illustrative examples: Cab Driver, Rideshare Driver
53-3090 Miscellaneous Motor Vehicle Operators
53-3099 Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other
All motor vehicle operators not listed separately.
Illustrative examples: Ice-Resurfacing Machine Operator, Motorcycle Deliverer, Street Cleaning Equipment Operator
53-4000 Rail Transportation Workers
53-4010 Locomotive Engineers and Operators
Includes:
53-4011 Locomotive Engineers
53-4013 Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers
53-4011 Locomotive Engineers
Drive electric, diesel-electric, or gas-turbine locomotives to transport passengers or freight.
Illustrative examples: Railroad Engineer, Train Engineer
53-4013 Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers
Drive switching or other locomotives within yards or industrial plants.
Illustrative examples: Coal Tram Driver, Railcar Switcher
53-4020 Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers
53-4022 Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers
Operate or monitor railroad switches or locomotive instruments; couple and uncouple rolling stock.
Illustrative examples: Diesel Locomotive Firer, Railway Switch Operator, Train Brake Operator
53-4030 Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters
53-4031 Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters
Coordinate activities of train or switch-engine crews. Conductors manage train operations; yardmasters coordinate traffic in rail yards.
Illustrative examples: Freight Conductor, Yard Conductor
53-4040 Subway and Streetcar Operators
53-4041 Subway and Streetcar Operators
Operate subway, light rail, or streetcar systems to transport passengers.
Illustrative examples: Tram Operator, Trolley Car Operator
53-4090 Miscellaneous Rail Transportation Workers
53-4099 Rail Transportation Workers, All Other
All rail transportation workers not listed separately.
Illustrative examples: Railway Equipment Operator, Transfer Table Operator
53-5000 Water Transportation Workers
53-5010 Sailors and Marine Oilers
53-5011 Sailors and Marine Oilers
Stand watch to look for obstructions in path of vessel, measure water depth, turn wheel on bridge, or use emergency equipment as directed by captain, mate, or pilot. Break out, rig, overhaul, and store cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging, and running gear. Perform a variety of maintenance tasks to preserve the painted surface of the ship and to maintain line and ship equipment. Must hold government-issued certification and tankerman certification when working aboard liquid-carrying vessels. Includes able seamen and ordinary seamen.
Illustrative examples: Deckhand, Merchant Mariner
53-5020 Ship and Boat Captains and Operators
This broad occupation includes the following two detailed occupations:
53-5021 Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
53-5022 Motorboat Operators
53-5021 Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
Command or supervise operations of ships and water vessels, such as tugboats and ferryboats. Required to hold license issued by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Illustrative examples: Barge Captain, First Mate, Harbor Pilot, Port Captain
53-5022 Motorboat Operators
Operate small motor-driven boats. May assist in navigational activities.
Illustrative examples: Launch Operator, Speedboat Operator, Water Taxi Operator
53-5030 Ship Engineers
53-5031 Ship Engineers
Supervise and coordinate activities of crew engaged in operating and maintaining engines, boilers, deck machinery, and electrical, sanitary, and refrigeration equipment aboard ship.
Illustrative examples: Barge Engineer, Ferry Engineer, Tugboat Engineer
53-6000 Other Transportation Workers
53-6010 Bridge and Lock Tenders
53-6011 Bridge and Lock Tenders
Operate and tend bridges, canal locks, and lighthouses to permit marine passage on inland waterways, near shores, and at danger points in waterway passages. May supervise such operations. Includes drawbridge operators, lock operators, and slip bridge operators.
Illustrative examples: Lighthouse Keeper, Lock and Dam Operator
53-6020 Parking Attendants
53-6021 Parking Attendants
Park vehicles or issue tickets for customers in a parking lot or garage. May park or tend vehicles in environments such as a car dealership or rental car facility. May collect fee.
Illustrative examples: Parking Ramp Attendant, Valet Parker
53-6030 Transportation Service Attendants
This broad occupation includes the following two detailed occupations:
53-6031 Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants
53-6032 Aircraft Service Attendants
53-6031 Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants
Service automobiles, buses, trucks, boats, and other vehicles with fuel, lubricants, and accessories. Collect payment for services and supplies. May lubricate vehicle, change motor oil, refill antifreeze, or replace lights or other accessories. May repair or replace tires.
Illustrative examples: Gas and Oil Servicer, Gas Pump Attendant, Service Station Attendant
53-6032 Aircraft Service Attendants
Service aircraft with fuel. May de-ice aircraft, refill water and cooling agents, empty sewage tanks, service air and oxygen systems, or clean and polish exterior.
Illustrative examples: Aircraft De-Icer, Aircraft Refueler, Airplane Refueler
53-6040 Traffic Technicians
53-6041 Traffic Technicians
Conduct field studies to determine traffic volume, speed, effectiveness of signals, adequacy of lighting, and other factors influencing traffic conditions, under direction of traffic engineer.
Illustrative examples: Highway Traffic Control Technician, Traffic Signal Technician, Transportation Technician
53-6050 Transportation Inspectors
53-6051 Transportation Inspectors
Inspect equipment or goods in connection with the safe transport of cargo or people. Includes rail transportation inspectors, freight inspectors, and other inspectors of transportation vehicles not elsewhere classified.
Illustrative examples: Aircraft Inspector, Motor Vehicle Emissions Inspector, Railroad Car Inspector
53-6060 Passenger Attendants
53-6061 Passenger Attendants
Provide services to ensure the safety of passengers aboard ships, buses, trains, or within stations or terminals. Perform duties such as explaining the use of safety equipment, serving meals or beverages, or answering travel-related questions.
Illustrative examples: Ship Steward, Train Attendant
53-6090 Miscellaneous Transportation Workers
53-6099 Transportation Workers, All Other
All transportation workers not listed separately.
Illustrative examples: Rickshaw Driver
53-7000 Material Moving Workers
53-7010 Conveyor Operators and Tenders
53-7011 Conveyor Operators and Tenders
Control or tend conveyors or conveyor systems that move materials or products to and from stockpiles, processing stations, departments, or vehicles. May control speed and routing of materials or products.
Illustrative examples: Conveyor Belt Operator, Grain Elevator Operator
53-7020 Crane and Tower Operators
53-7021 Crane and Tower Operators
Operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions.
Illustrative examples: Boom Crane Operator, Cherry Picker Operator, Coal Tower Operator
53-7030 Dredge Operators
53-7031 Dredge Operators
Operate dredge to remove sand, gravel, or other materials to excavate and maintain navigable channels in waterways.
Illustrative examples: Dredger
53-7040 Hoist and Winch Operators
53-7041 Hoist and Winch Operators
Operate or tend hoists or winches to lift and pull loads using power-operated cable equipment.
Illustrative examples: Winch Derrick Operator
53-7050 Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators
53-7051 Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators
Operate industrial trucks or tractors to move materials around a warehouse, storage yard, factory, construction site, or similar location.
Illustrative examples: Forklift Operator, Stacker Operator
53-7060 Laborers and Material Movers
This broad occupation includes the following five detailed occupations:
53-7061 Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment
53-7062 Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
53-7063 Machine Feeders and Offbearers
53-7064 Packers and Packagers, Hand
53-7065 Stockers and Order Fillers
53-7061 Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment
Wash or clean vehicles, machinery, and equipment using water, cleaning agents, brushes, and hoses.
Illustrative examples: Aircraft Cleaner, Auto Detailer, Car Wash Attendant
53-7062 Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Manually move freight, stock, luggage, or other materials, or perform general labor. Includes all manual laborers not elsewhere classified.
Illustrative examples: Cargo Handler, Wharf Laborer
53-7063 Machine Feeders and Offbearers
Feed materials into or remove materials from machines or equipment that is automatic or tended by other workers.
Illustrative examples: Hopper Filler, Spinning Doffer
53-7064 Packers and Packagers, Hand
Pack or package by hand a wide variety of products and materials.
Illustrative examples: Egg Packer, Gift Wrapper, Grocery Store Bagger
53-7065 Stockers and Order Fillers
Receive, store, and issue merchandise or materials to fill shelves, racks, tables, or customers’ orders. May mark prices or set up displays.
Illustrative examples: Night Stocker, Store Stocker, Warehouse Stocker
53-7070 Pumping Station Operators
This broad occupation includes the following three detailed occupations:
53-7071 Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators
53-7072 Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers
53-7073 Wellhead Pumpers
53-7071 Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators
Operate steam-, gas-, electric-motor, or internal-combustion-engine-driven compressors. Transmit, compress, or recover gases such as butane, nitrogen, hydrogen, and natural gas.
Illustrative examples: Butane Compressor Operator, Gas Cylinder Processor, LNG Plant Operator
53-7072 Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers
Tend, control, or operate power-driven pumps and manifold systems to transfer gases, oil, or other liquids.
Illustrative examples: Brewery Pumper, Fluid Pump Operator
53-7073 Wellhead Pumpers
Operate power pumps and auxiliary equipment to produce flow of oil or gas from wells.
Illustrative examples: Oil Well Pumper
53-7080 Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors
53-7081 Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors
Collect and dump refuse or recyclable materials from containers into truck. May drive truck.
Illustrative examples: Garbage Collector, Recyclable Materials Collector, Trash Collector
53-7120 Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders
53-7121 Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders
Load and unload chemicals and bulk solids, such as coal, sand, and grain, into or from tank cars, trucks, or ships, using material moving equipment. May gauge or sample tanks and test for leaks.
Illustrative examples: Barge Loader, Rail Car Loader, Ship Unloader
53-7190 Miscellaneous Material Moving Workers
53-7199 Material Moving Workers, All Other
All material moving workers not listed separately.
Illustrative examples: Bulldozer Operator, Freight Elevator Operator, Shovel Operator