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Labor skills are character traits and abilities that allow an individual to be productive in a highly physical job. Labor positions are common in industries such as construction, manufacturing and forestry. These are based on physical abilities such as the ability to stand for long periods, lift, bend, twist, squat, reach and grasp. Labor skills include a number of personal skills such as reading, verbal communication and cooperation. Industry and technical skills applicable to a job are also valued by employers as is a willingness to learn and a track record of reliability. The following are common labor skills that may be useful for resumes and job descriptions.
Ability To Work in Heights, Confined Spaces, Inclement Weather, Dust, Noise etc... | Ability to Climb & Descend (e.g. ladders) | Ability to Follow Directions | Adaptability | Building | Cleaning & Janitorial | Cooperation | Decision Making | Detail Oriented | Developing Estimates | Dexterity | Driving | Endurance | Energy | Engineering Knowledge | Equipment Operation | Eyesight | Familiarity With Materials | Flexibility (e.g. different shifts) | Following Safety Rules | Good Attendance | Good Attitude | Industry Experience | Knowledge of Building Codes | Math Skills | Physical Strength (e.g. ability to lift 50 lbs) | Problem Solving | Professionalism | Project Experience | Quality Control | Reading Comprehension | Reading Documents & Specifications | Reliability | Repair & Maintenance | Safety Awareness | Self-Starter | Standards & Best Practices | Standing for Long Hours | Teamwork | Technical Knowledge | Tools & Power Tools | Trades | Troubleshooting | Understanding Blueprints & Technical Drawings | Vehicle Operation (e.g. forklift) | Verbal Communication | Willingness to Learn | Willingness to Work Overtime | Work Ethic | Work to Schedule | Written Communication |
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