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Agricultural Workers, All Other

SOC 45-2099.00Job Zone —v.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers animal care, aquaculture and livestock production, worker supervision, safety compliance, and records management in commercial farming and aquaculture operations calibrated to Job Zone 3 preparation levels.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Animal feeding schedules — follow and execute under direct supervisor guidance on a commercial farm or aquaculture facility.
  2. Animal quarters and enclosures — clean and maintain according to established protocols on assigned shift.
  3. Signs of illness or injury in livestock or aquatic animals — recognize and report to a veterinarian or manager when observed during daily rounds.
  4. Safety regulations and posted procedures — read and apply while performing routine animal care tasks on a supervised work site.
  5. Basic animal behavior patterns — identify normal versus abnormal indicators under the guidance of an experienced worker in a farm setting.
  6. Spreadsheet software and record-keeping templates — enter daily counts of fish, shellfish, or livestock under supervisor direction in an office or barn environment.
  7. Hand tools and cleaning equipment — select and use appropriately for animal quarter maintenance under direct oversight on a production farm.
  8. Assigned task checklists — complete accurately and on schedule while performing routine feeding and care duties in a livestock or aquaculture operation.
  9. Oral instructions from supervisors or managers — receive, comprehend, and act upon correctly during fast-paced farm shift operations.
  10. Basic arithmetic for feed ratios and inventory counts — apply under supervision to support daily production and processing activities on a working farm.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Animal feeding and treatment assignments — coordinate and distribute among a small crew with minimal oversight on a mid-sized livestock or fish farm.
  2. Harvest, release, and sale records for fish or shellfish — maintain accurately using spreadsheet software in a routine aquaculture production environment.
  3. Workplace safety rules and regulations — monitor crew compliance and issue verbal warnings to workers who deviate from safe practices on an active farm site.
  4. Animal health observations — conduct systematically and document findings, escalating veterinary concerns in a timely manner on a commercial farm.
  5. Operational equipment such as feeders, pumps, and sorting machinery — adjust and control to meet daily production targets in a processing or rearing facility.
  6. Worker performance and task progress — track and provide corrective feedback to ensure smooth operations across a typical farm workday.
  7. Electronic mail and office suite software — use to communicate task updates, scheduling changes, and compliance notes with managers and vendors.
  8. Environmental and water quality indicators in aquaculture tanks or ponds — monitor routinely and respond to out-of-range readings in a production setting.
  9. Multiple crew member schedules and task priorities — coordinate effectively to maintain animal welfare and farm productivity during normal operational periods.
  10. Customer and vendor inquiries about animal products or availability — respond clearly and professionally using established service protocols in a farm business context.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Complex animal health situations involving multiple species or environmental stressors — assess independently and determine appropriate interventions on a diversified agricultural operation.
  2. Full production records including numbers of animals reared, harvested, sold, and shipped — manage and audit for accuracy using project management and spreadsheet software in a commercial facility.
  3. Non-routine safety incidents and near-miss events — investigate, document, and implement corrective actions autonomously to maintain regulatory compliance on a working farm.
  4. Daily and seasonal feeding, treatment, and husbandry plans — develop and adjust based on observed animal condition and production goals across the full scope of a farm operation.
  5. Mechanical systems including irrigation, ventilation, and feeding equipment — troubleshoot and oversee repairs with minimal external support to minimize production downtime.
  6. Worker training on animal care standards and safety procedures — design and deliver on-site to build crew competency in a vocational or on-the-job training context.
  7. Critical production decisions such as harvest timing and stocking density — make autonomously by integrating operational data and professional judgment in a high-stakes farm environment.
  8. Interagency or veterinary communications regarding disease outbreaks or regulatory requirements — manage clearly and promptly on behalf of a farm operation.
  9. Presentation and word processing software — use to prepare operational reports, training materials, and compliance documentation for internal and external audiences.
  10. Risk factors affecting animal welfare, worker safety, and product quality — evaluate simultaneously and prioritize response actions across a full agricultural production cycle.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Organizational production strategy and animal management philosophy — set and communicate across all farm departments and leadership levels to align teams with enterprise goals.
  2. Farm-wide safety culture and regulatory compliance programs — lead development and continuous improvement of, instituting accountability structures across all operational units.
  3. Workforce capability in animal husbandry, record-keeping, and equipment operation — build systematically through mentorship, structured training programs, and performance review at an organizational scale.
  4. Enterprise-level production and harvest data systems — design and oversee to ensure accurate records support business decisions, audits, and regulatory reporting across multiple facilities.
  5. Cross-functional relationships with veterinarians, regulators, buyers, and community stakeholders — cultivate and manage to advance the long-term interests of the agricultural operation.
  6. Emerging threats to animal health, environmental sustainability, and food safety — identify proactively and translate into updated organizational policies, practices, and contingency plans.
  7. Operational budgets and resource allocation for labor, feed, equipment, and technology — direct at an executive level to maximize productivity and profitability across the farm enterprise.
  8. Industry standards and best practices for aquaculture or livestock production — influence by contributing expertise to professional associations, regulatory consultations, or training institutions.
  9. Succession planning and career development pathways for agricultural workers — establish and champion within the organization to ensure long-term operational continuity.
  10. Organizational response to large-scale crises such as disease outbreaks, natural disasters, or market disruptions — lead with decisiveness and clear communication to protect animal welfare and business viability.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.
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Authoritative source data identified for 998 occupations

How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. Basic AI-assisted record keeping — enters animal count data and harvest figures into AI-enabled logging tools, relying on prompted templates to structure entries accurately.
Developing
  1. AI-supported health monitoring — uses AI-powered image or sensor analysis platforms to flag early signs of illness or injury in animals, then escalates flagged cases to veterinarians or supervisors for confirmation WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Safety compliance prompting — queries an AI assistant for plain-language summaries of safety regulations relevant to daily farm operations, using the output to brief workers during task assignments.
Proficient
  1. Critical-thinking-informed AI oversight — cross-checks AI-generated health or operational alerts against direct field observation before acting, recognizing that critical thinking sits at a moderate automation boundary and human judgment remains decisive Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Task delegation routing — directs AI scheduling tools to draft worker task assignments covering feeding rotations and enclosure maintenance, then reviews and adjusts the plan based on current animal conditions and staffing realities WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Operations data synthesis — feeds multi-day records of reared, harvested, and shipped stock into an AI analytics tool to identify trends, presenting the summarized findings to managers in verbal briefings.
Advanced
  1. AI integration evaluation — assesses the fitness of new AI monitoring or precision-agriculture tools for the operation's specific species, regulatory context, and labor capacity, recommending adoption or rejection with documented rationale Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Workflow redesign through automation — redesigns animal-care and harvest-tracking workflows by embedding AI monitoring checkpoints at critical decision nodes, retaining human authority over veterinary escalation and disciplinary action while reducing manual data-entry burden Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Cross-function AI governance — establishes data-quality standards and access protocols for AI tools used across animal care, safety monitoring, and logistics teams, ensuring outputs are auditable and align with regulatory reporting requirements WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Critical Thinking
Score: 57.9 / 100
precision: category_estimate
WEF cluster
Technology Use, Monitoring and Control
technology_use_monitoring_control
Sources:WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.

Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication10 statements
Emerging
  1. Animal observation report — describes basic signs of illness or unusual behavior to a supervisor using simple, direct language Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Task instruction receipt — listens to daily work assignments for feeding, treatment, or cleaning duties with attentive follow-through Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Veterinary notification — relays observed symptoms and behavioral changes to veterinarians or managers with accurate detail and appropriate urgency Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Worker direction — conveys task assignments such as feeding schedules and sanitation procedures to crew members using clear verbal instruction Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Record communication — documents numbers, types, and conditions of fish or shellfish reared, harvested, and shipped in standardized logs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Safety instruction delivery — communicates regulatory requirements and hazard warnings to agricultural workers on-site, adjusting language for varying literacy and language backgrounds Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Operational status briefing — presents production and processing updates to managers using accurate terminology drawn from mechanical and agricultural knowledge Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Cross-functional coordination — exchanges time-sensitive information with suppliers, buyers, and transport teams to ensure livestock or aquaculture delivery accuracy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Incident documentation leadership — authors detailed written reports of animal health events, equipment failures, or safety violations for regulatory and management review Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Team communication culture — models and coaches clear, respectful communication practices across multilingual farm crews, reducing misunderstanding and rework Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
2Leadership10 statements
Emerging
  1. Task initiation — takes ownership of an assigned feeding or maintenance duty without requiring repeated prompting from a supervisor Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer support — assists a fellow agricultural worker in learning an unfamiliar animal-handling procedure when asked Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Crew task assignment — delegates feeding, treatment, and cleaning responsibilities to animal care workers based on skill level and workload Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Safety oversight — monitors crew compliance with safety regulations and issues verbal warnings to workers who violate protocols Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Shift leadership — directs daily agricultural operations including animal care rotations, equipment checks, and harvest scheduling for a team of workers Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Performance accountability — addresses substandard worker performance in animal care or sanitation tasks through coaching and, when necessary, formal discipline Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Operational decision-making — makes real-time judgments about animal treatment, harvest timing, or equipment operation when supervisors are unavailable Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Agricultural operations management — leads multi-crew operations across animal rearing, harvesting, and processing functions, aligning team output with production targets Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Workforce development leadership — mentors emerging agricultural workers in technical animal care, equipment operation, and regulatory compliance, building long-term team capability Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Safety culture stewardship — establishes and sustains a farm-wide safety culture by modeling regulatory adherence and empowering workers to report hazards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition9 statements
Emerging
  1. Self-monitoring in animal care — recognizes when a personal observation of animal behavior may be incomplete and seeks confirmation from a more experienced worker Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning reflection — identifies which feeding or equipment tasks require more practice after completing initial training Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Skill gap awareness — assesses own proficiency in livestock or aquaculture handling procedures and requests additional instruction where confidence is low Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Task sequencing awareness — plans the order of daily animal care and maintenance duties to avoid bottlenecks or missed treatments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Decision review — evaluates the outcome of judgment calls made during animal health monitoring or harvest operations to improve future decisions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Adaptive learning — adjusts personal work strategies after encountering unexpected equipment failures or animal health events, incorporating lessons into future practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Production self-assessment — reviews own record-keeping accuracy for harvested and shipped stock against actual counts to identify and correct discrepancies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Cognitive process coaching — guides team members in developing self-assessment habits for animal monitoring, safety compliance, and operational decision-making Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Systematic reflection practice — leads after-action reviews of production cycles, facilitating team-level learning about what monitoring and operational strategies worked and why Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking9 statements
Emerging
  1. Behavioral anomaly recognition — distinguishes between normal and potentially abnormal animal behavior using provided observation checklists Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Information verification — cross-checks a recorded fish count against tally sheets before submitting to a supervisor Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Health indicator analysis — evaluates multiple animal symptoms simultaneously to determine whether veterinary notification is warranted Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Safety risk identification — examines work-site conditions to identify practices that conflict with established safety regulations before assigning tasks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Root cause diagnosis — investigates recurring animal illness or mortality events by analyzing feed quality, water conditions, and handling practices to isolate contributing factors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Operational trade-off evaluation — weighs costs, timelines, and animal welfare considerations when deciding between harvest methods or treatment protocols Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Evidence-based judgment — uses production records, observation logs, and equipment data to make informed decisions about stocking density, feeding rates, or harvest scheduling Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Systems-level analysis — examines interdependencies among animal health, environmental conditions, mechanical systems, and labor practices to diagnose complex production failures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Protocol critique — evaluates existing animal care or safety procedures for logical gaps and recommends evidence-based revisions to management Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration9 statements
Emerging
  1. Shared task participation — contributes reliably to group animal feeding or pen-cleaning tasks, completing assigned portions without prompting Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-role cooperation — coordinates timing with a co-worker handling a separate stage of the harvest or processing workflow to avoid delays Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Crew coordination — synchronizes animal treatment schedules with co-workers to ensure continuous coverage during multi-shift operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Conflict navigation — addresses disagreements about task priority or method within the work crew in a calm, solution-focused manner Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Multi-team harvest coordination — collaborates with processing, transport, and sales teams to align harvest volumes, shipment schedules, and customer requirements Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Diverse crew integration — works effectively alongside agricultural workers of varying language backgrounds, skill levels, and cultural norms to achieve shared production goals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Veterinary partnership — collaborates with veterinarians and farm managers on treatment plans, sharing observational data and following through on prescribed animal care actions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Cross-functional process improvement — leads collaborative reviews involving production, safety, and management stakeholders to redesign animal care or harvest workflows for greater efficiency Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Mentorship-driven team cohesion — builds a collaborative team culture by pairing experienced and emerging workers on complex animal husbandry or equipment tasks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character9 statements
Emerging
  1. Animal welfare accountability — reports accidental harm to an animal honestly rather than concealing the incident from a supervisor Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Regulatory honesty — accurately records production figures without falsifying counts of fish, shellfish, or livestock reared or sold Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Safety ethics — refuses to bypass safety protocols even when time pressure or peer behavior suggests doing so would be acceptable Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Consistent professionalism — maintains respectful conduct toward co-workers and animals during physically demanding or high-stress harvest conditions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Accountability under pressure — accepts personal responsibility for errors in animal treatment administration or equipment operation and takes corrective action without deflection Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Ethical treatment enforcement — confronts and reports inhumane animal handling practices observed among crew members, regardless of interpersonal consequences Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Regulatory compliance integrity — ensures all records, safety reports, and inventory logs reflect accurate data in compliance with applicable agricultural and public safety standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Ethical culture modeling — demonstrates and actively promotes standards of animal welfare, honesty, and professional conduct that set the behavioral norm for the entire operation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Whistleblower courage — escalates serious safety violations or fraudulent record-keeping to appropriate authorities when internal correction fails Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
7Creativity9 statements
Emerging
  1. Problem improvisation — adapts an animal feeding method when standard equipment is temporarily unavailable using available materials safely Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Observation innovation — develops a personal tracking method to more reliably notice early signs of illness across a large group of animals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Process adaptation — modifies a cleaning or treatment routine to reduce animal stress while maintaining sanitation standards after observing adverse reactions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Efficiency ideation — proposes a revised task sequence for daily animal care duties that reduces crew travel time and overlapping effort Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Operational problem-solving — designs a workaround for a mechanical system malfunction that maintains production continuity until formal repairs are completed Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Animal enrichment initiative — develops novel environmental modifications for housed animals that reduce stereotypic behavior and improve measurable health indicators Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Record system improvement — creates a customized logging format that captures harvest and shipment data more accurately and with less administrative burden Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Production innovation leadership — introduces and tests new aquaculture or livestock management techniques drawn from emerging research, evaluating outcomes and scaling successful approaches Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Creative safety solution design — engineers practical, low-cost safety improvements to equipment or workflow layouts that reduce injury risk across the farm operation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset9 statements
Emerging
  1. Feedback receptivity — accepts correction on animal handling technique or record-keeping from a supervisor without becoming defensive Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Challenge willingness — volunteers to take on an unfamiliar livestock or aquaculture task as a learning opportunity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Skill development persistence — practices a difficult equipment operation or animal treatment procedure repeatedly until competence is achieved Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Setback reframing — treats an animal health crisis or equipment failure as a learning event rather than a personal failure, identifying what can be done differently next time Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Continuous improvement pursuit — actively seeks out new information about animal husbandry, mechanical systems, or production methods to improve on-farm performance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer learning engagement — observes experienced agricultural workers performing advanced procedures and applies insights to own practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Failure analysis commitment — documents and analyzes production shortfalls or animal loss events to extract actionable lessons for the next cycle Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Learning culture cultivation — creates team norms where agricultural workers openly share mistakes, ask questions, and experiment with improved methods without fear of ridicule Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. External knowledge integration — brings insights from industry conferences, extension services, or peer farms into local operations, translating new knowledge into practical process changes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness9 statements
Emerging
  1. Attentive observation — gives full, undistracted attention when scanning animal pens or tanks for signs of illness or behavioral change Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotional regulation in animal handling — remains calm and deliberate when working with stressed or aggressive animals to avoid escalating the situation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Hazard awareness — maintains heightened situational awareness in mechanized or confined animal handling areas to detect emerging safety risks before they cause harm Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Task intentionality — approaches each feeding, treatment, or maintenance task with focused purpose, reducing errors caused by routine inattention Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Stress regulation under production pressure — manages personal stress responses during high-volume harvest periods to maintain decision quality and animal care standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Deliberate monitoring — applies consistent, methodical attention to operations monitoring systems and animal behavior indicators across a full work shift without attention lapses Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Present-moment communication — engages fully when receiving instructions or safety briefings, avoiding distraction to ensure accurate task execution Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Team mindfulness facilitation — coaches agricultural crew members in focused observation practices that improve early detection of animal health issues and equipment anomalies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Intentional leadership presence — approaches supervision of workers with full attentiveness to individual performance, welfare, and safety needs, responding to emerging issues before they escalate Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude9 statements
Emerging
  1. Physical endurance maintenance — continues performing animal care and cleaning tasks through the physical demands of outdoor agricultural work in variable weather conditions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Uncertainty tolerance — continues assigned duties calmly when animal health or equipment outcomes are unclear, rather than stopping to wait for certainty Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Adverse condition persistence — maintains consistent work quality and safety practices during extreme weather, disease outbreaks, or harvest surges without withdrawing effort Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Criticism resilience — receives safety warnings or performance corrections from a supervisor, adjusts behavior, and returns to work without prolonged distress Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Crisis response perseverance — sustains focused, effective animal care and crew leadership through multi-day disease events, flood conditions, or major equipment failures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Regulatory courage — enforces safety rules and animal welfare standards with crew members despite pushback, social pressure, or inconvenience to the work schedule Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Long-cycle commitment — maintains diligence and quality through the full duration of extended production cycles, including seasons of low visible progress or reward Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Organizational resilience leadership — guides a farm team through prolonged operational hardship — such as a disease outbreak or natural disaster — sustaining morale, safety, and production continuity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Courageous accountability — reports systemic safety failures or animal welfare violations to external authorities despite personal and professional risk, prioritizing the integrity of the operation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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RAPIDS apprenticeships
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O*NET skills
Critical ThinkingMonitoringActive ListeningOperations MonitoringSpeakingJudgment and Decision MakingOperation and ControlCoordination
Knowledge domains
MechanicalProduction and ProcessingAdministration and ManagementCustomer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguagePublic Safety and SecurityMathematicsEducation and Training
Abilities
Near VisionProblem SensitivityOral ComprehensionArm-Hand SteadinessOral ExpressionFar Vision
Work styles
DependabilityAttention to DetailCautiousnessPerseveranceIntegrityStress Tolerance
Technology
Project management softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareElectronic mail softwarePresentation softwareWord processing software
Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Assign tasks such as feeding and treatment of animals, and cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters.
  2. Record the numbers and types of fish or shellfish reared, harvested, released, sold, and shipped.
  3. Monitor workers to ensure that safety regulations are followed, warning or disciplining those who violate safe
  4. Observe animals for signs of illness, injury, or unusual behavior, notifying veterinarians or managers as warr
CIP education codes
01.010101.010401.019901.030101.030201.0303

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