Career overview

First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers

O*NET-SOC 47-1011.00

Median pay / yr$78,690

OutlookRapid Growth

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of construction or extraction workers.

What it takes

The skills, knowledge, and credentials employers look for in First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers.

CoordinationAdjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Active ListeningGiving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
SpeakingTalking to others to convey information effectively.
Critical ThinkingUsing logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Management of Personnel ResourcesMotivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.

Administration and ManagementKnowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Building and ConstructionKnowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
MechanicalKnowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Customer and Personal ServiceKnowledge 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.
English LanguageKnowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.