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Learn about the most important job activities for First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Transportation and Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each job activity.
Importance*More Info
1.Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates91
2.Interacting With Computers86
3.Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships85
4.Getting Information84
5.Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others82
6.Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates81
7.Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others80
Making Decisions and Solving Problems80
9.Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards77
10.Scheduling Work and Activities76
* Importance out of 100

Score Key
  Importance for success in this profession
  Level of proficiency needed

Job Activity Scores

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
91
68
Write brief notes to othersReport the results of a sales meeting to a supervisorCreate a videotaped presentation of a company's internal policies
Interacting With Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
86
55
Enter employee information into a computer databaseWrite software for keeping track of parts in inventorySet up a new computer system for a large multinational company
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
85
73
Exchange greetings with a coworkerMaintain good working relationships with almost all coworkers and clientsGain cooperation from a culturally diverse group of executives hostile to your company
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
84
65
Follow a standard blueprintReview a budgetStudy international tax laws
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
82
73
Apologize to a customer who complains about waiting too longGet two subordinates to agree about vacation schedulesNegotiate a major labor-management contract
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
81
72
Work occasionally as a backup supervisorSupervise a small number of subordinates in a well-paid industryManage a severely downsized unit
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
80
60
Exchange information during a shift changeOrganize the cleanup crew after a major sporting eventAct as general contractor for building a large industrial complex
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
80
51
Determine the meal selection for a cafeteriaSelect the location for a major department storeMake the final decision about a company's 5-year plan
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
77
54
Review forms for completenessEvaluate a complicated insurance claim for compliance with policy termsMake a ruling in court on a complicated motion
Scheduling Work and Activities
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
76
68
Make appointments for patients using a predetermined schedulePrepare the work schedule for salesclerks in a large retail store"Schedule a complex conference program with multiple, parallel sessions"