# First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers

> Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of agricultural, forestry, aquacultural, and related workers.

- Code: 45-1011.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 45-1011)
- Family: [Farming, Fishing & Forestry](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-45), one of its 14 occupations
- Tasks: 30 tasks (27 core and 3 not rated)
- Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/45-1011.00
- JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/45-1011.00.json

## What the work is made of

1. Assign tasks such as feeding and treatment of animals, and cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters.  
   Core task · Task 23340 · Rated by 67 people who do the job, August 2022
2. Record the numbers and types of fish or shellfish reared, harvested, released, sold, and shipped.  
   Core task · Task 23341 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2022
3. Monitor workers to ensure that safety regulations are followed, warning or disciplining those who violate safety regulations.  
   Core task · Task 23342 · Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
4. Observe animals for signs of illness, injury, or unusual behavior, notifying veterinarians or managers as warranted.  
   Core task · Task 23343 · Rated by 67 people who do the job, August 2022
5. Observe fish and beds or ponds to detect diseases, monitor fish growth, determine quality of fish, or determine completeness of harvesting.  
   Core task · Task 23344 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2022
6. Train workers in tree felling or bucking, operation of tractors or loading machines, yarding or loading techniques, or safety regulations.  
   Core task · Task 23345 · Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
7. Treat animal illnesses or injuries, following experience or instructions of veterinarians.  
   Core task · Task 23346 · Rated by 67 people who do the job, August 2022
8. Train workers in spawning, rearing, cultivating, and harvesting methods, and in the use of equipment.  
   Core task · Task 23347 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2022
9. Train workers in techniques such as planting, harvesting, weeding, or insect identification and in the use of safety measures.  
   Core task · Task 23348 · Rated by 77 people who do the job, August 2022
10. Confer with managers to evaluate weather or soil conditions, to develop plans or procedures, or to discuss issues such as changes in fertilizers, herbicides, or cultivating techniques.  
   Core task · Task 23349 · Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2022
11. Communicate with forestry personnel regarding forest harvesting or forest management plans, procedures, or schedules.  
   Core task · Task 23350 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2022
12. Inspect crops, fields, or plant stock to determine conditions and need for cultivating, spraying, weeding, or harvesting.  
   Core task · Task 23351 · Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2022
13. Coordinate dismantling, moving, and setting up equipment at new work sites.  
   Core task · Task 23352 · Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
14. Coordinate the selection and movement of logs from storage areas, according to transportation schedules or production requirements.  
   Core task · Task 23353 · Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
15. Schedule work crews, equipment, or transportation for several different work locations.  
   Core task · Task 23354 · Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2022
16. Drive or operate farm machinery, such as trucks, tractors, or self-propelled harvesters, to transport workers or supplies or to cultivate or harvest fields.  
   Core task · Task 23355 · Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2022
17. Perform both supervisory and management functions, such as accounting, marketing, and personnel work.  
   Core task · Task 23356 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2022
18. Transport or arrange for transport of animals, equipment, food, animal feed, and other supplies to and from work sites.  
   Core task · Task 23357 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, August 2022
19. Inspect buildings, fences, fields or ranges, supplies, and equipment to determine work to be performed.  
   Core task · Task 23358 · Rated by 68 people who do the job, August 2022
20. Read inventory records, customer orders, or shipping schedules to determine required activities.  
   Core task · Task 23359 · Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2022
21. Inspect facilities to determine maintenance needs.  
   Core task · Task 23360 · Rated by 77 people who do the job, August 2022
22. Confer with managers to determine production requirements, conditions of equipment and supplies, and work schedules.  
   Core task · Task 23361 · Rated by 67 people who do the job, August 2022
23. Prepare and maintain time or payroll reports, as well as details of personnel actions, such as performance evaluations, hires, promotions, or disciplinary actions.  
   Core task · Task 23362 · Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022
24. Requisition or purchase supplies, such as insecticides, machine parts or lubricants, or tools.  
   Core task · Task 23363 · Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2022
25. Monitor or oversee construction projects, such as horticultural buildings or irrigation systems.  
   Core task · Task 23364 · Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2022
26. Issue equipment, such as farm implements, machinery, ladders, or containers to workers, and collect equipment when work is complete.  
   Core task · Task 23365 · Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2022
27. Calculate or monitor budgets for maintenance or development of collections, grounds, or infrastructure.  
   Core task · Task 23366 · Rated by 76 people who do the job, August 2022
28. Direct or assist with the adjustment or repair of equipment or machinery.  
   Not rated · Task 23367 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020
29. Monitor operations to identify and solve problems, improve work methods, and ensure compliance with safety, company, and government regulations.  
   Not rated · Task 23368 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020
30. Plan work schedules according to personnel and equipment availability.  
   Not rated · Task 23369 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020

## More in Farming, Fishing & Forestry

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- [Agricultural Inspectors](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/45-2011.00): 16 tasks
- [Agricultural Workers, All Other](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/45-2099.00): no tasks listed
- [Animal Breeders](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/45-2021.00): 21 tasks
- [Fallers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/45-4021.00): 18 tasks
- [Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/45-2092.00): 27 tasks
- [Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/45-2093.00): 19 tasks
- [Fishing and Hunting Workers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/45-3031.00): 30 tasks
- [Forest and Conservation Workers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/45-4011.00): 17 tasks
- [Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/45-2041.00): 5 tasks
- [Log Graders and Scalers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/45-4023.00): 12 tasks
- [Logging Equipment Operators](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/45-4022.00): 9 tasks
- [Logging Workers, All Other](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/45-4029.00): no tasks listed

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