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Job ActivitiesAbilitiesJob ConditionsWork SatisfactionEducation/Training

Knowledge Areas

Learn about the most important knowledge areas for Rail Car Repairers. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each knowledge area.

Importance*More Info
1.Mechanical65
2.Public Safety and Security59
3.Mathematics43
Administration and Management43
5.Customer and Personal Service40
* Importance out of 100

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

Knowledge Area Scores

Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
65
69
Replace the filters in a furnaceReplace a valve on a steam pipeOverhaul an airplane jet engine
Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
59
47
Use a seatbeltInspect a building site for safety violationsCommand a military operation
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
43
34
Add two numbersAnalyze data to determine areas with the highest salesDerive a complex mathematical equation
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
43
31
Sign a pay voucherMonitor progress of a project to ensure timely completionManage a $10 million company
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
40
35
Process customer dry-cleaning drop offWork as a day care aide supervising 10 childrenRespond to a citizen's request for assistance after a major disaster