Job Shadow Observations
Career Major: ________________________ Occupation: ________________________
Name: ________________________ Job Site: ________________________
Job Shadow Observations
I observed the following:
(Please “X” those which apply during your visit and make notes about other skills observed.)
ACADEMIC SKILLS
____ Used reading & writing skills
____ Displayed an ability to think and act logically
____ Used tools & equipment efficiently
PERSONAL MANAGEMENT SKILLS
____ Showed a sense of responsibility
____ Appeared to efficiently use time
____ Worked without direct supervision
TEAMWORK SKILLS
____ Used a team approach
____ Showed sensitivity to others
____ Worked with several different people each day
CONSIDER JOB DEMANDS: (See reverse side.)
CAREER SPECIFICS
Level of education required for entry into this career?
Possibilities for advancement within this career?
Average number of hours in a “full-time” work week?
What kind of tasks does this employee do?
What equipment/technology is used?
Are working conditions pleasant? Employees cordial?
Plus… (additional notes here)
Demands of the Job
| Physical Activities | Worker Characteristics | Working Conditions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standing | Remembering details | Inside | |||
| Walking | Remembering names & faces | Outside | |||
| Balancing | Making decisions | Hot | |||
| Climbing | Planning | Cold | |||
| Turning | Concentration amid distractions | Change of temperature | |||
| Running | Attending to many items | Humid | |||
| Stooping | Working rapidly | Dry | |||
| Sitting | Working accurately | Wet | |||
| Reaching | Working at various tempos | Dusty | |||
| Throwing | Examining and observing details | Dirty | |||
| Lifting | Discriminating colors | Odors | |||
| Carrying | Using arithmetic | Noisy | |||
| Pushing | Writing | Inadequate light | |||
| Pulling | Talking | Inadequate ventilation | |||
| Fingering | Getting along with people | High places | |||
| Feeling | Controlling emotions | Hazards | |||
| Smelling | Being well groomed | Working alone | |||
| Tasting | Showing initiative | Working with others | |||
| Hearing | Showing enthusiasm | Working around others | |||
| Seeing | Directing others | Working under pressure | |||
Code: 0 – Practically never; 1 – Occasionally; 2 – Frequently; 3 – Constantly
General Description of Working Conditions (including any hazards):
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Permissible Handicaps:
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