Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic, or technician as the case may be, is a solid apprenticeable trade with a positive outlook. It comprises an excellent collection of skills, not easily replaceable, with industries that will continue to require this skill set long into the future. Unique to this profession, Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics are esential to sectors such as forestry, mining, oil and gas and agriculture. And while the profession benefits from boom and bust in the natural resources sector, these mechanics are also essential to construction, road building and transporation. As long as society is progressing and the economy is moving along, we need individuals to repair and
maintain the machinery moving that progress. When you think of stable, four-year apprenticeships, Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic is the classic example. It’s comprised of 6,000 hours of work, coupled with 24 weeks of training. Prospective students can enter the program either through an entry-level apprenticeship followed by training or entry-level training followed by employment. It’s a also a strong occupation from a job search perspective. Skilled individuals can easily earn$32 per hour with full-time and permenant employment the norm. While some employers will typically ask for experience, there are others to whom experience is just an asset or not required at all. We discovered several employers who would be wlling to take on third and fourth level apprentices. This continues to be a very male-dominated occupation. According to the most recent data, just 1% of Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics are women. Women who choose this profession may discover prejudice either in the training or in the workplace. This said, we’ve found that many occupations experiencing shortages are very welcoming of woman with skill and experience. In terms of future outlook, the growth of
Labour Market
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Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (Mechanic)
Main Duties Main Duties Main Duties Main Duties Heavy-duty equipment mechanics perform some or all of the following duties:
• Check bulldozers, cranes, graders and other heavy construction, agricultural, logging and mining equipment for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts, components or systems using hand and power tools
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment
• Service attachments such as harvesting and tillage equipment, blades, ploughs, winches and side booms
• May perform repair work on heavy trucks • May attach components and adjust new equipment
Special Duties Special Duties Special Duties Special Duties Heavy-duty and farm equipment mechanics may specialize in specific types of machinery such as combines or tracked vehicles, or in engine overhaul, power shift transmissions, fuel injection, hydraulics or electronics. - Based on information provided by BC Work Futures
new positions province-wide is expected to top 2.2% over the next five years. This is being fueled by international demand for natural resources and the shipping of those goods. Beyond growth in the number of mechanics as a whole, a large number of new positions are expected to result from retirements. As we look 10 years into the future, for every new job being created as a result of economic expansion, another two jobs will become available as a
result of mechanics retiring. All in all, this is an excellent career path, but I would offer the same advice I would suggest for any occupation. Is this right for you? Sure the outlook is good, but do you really want to pull apart and reassemble machinery for the next 40 years? Don’t consider this profession unless you’ve really looked at your own personal interests, personality, temperament and values. □
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Personally, I feel that no matter how skilled an individual is or how much natural aptitude they have for their work, if the work itself is not in harmony with their personality, temperament and values, it’s a recipe for workplace misery. As such, we’ve attempted to glean some information about the ideal temperament and values often associated with heavy duty equipment mechanics. While this is only a template and people can be successful in occupations with a wide range of personalities and values systems, the question is really an individual one. If you read below that being a heavy duty equipment mechanic is going to create a number of key ‘sticking points’ for you, possibly forcing you to undertake a number of activities on a daily basis with which you are uncomfortable, to simply ask the question, “is this the best choice for me?” In compiling this information we’ve gathered temperament analysis from the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI) (www.myersbriggs.org) and the Holland Code Career Model (www.hollandcodes.com). We also gathered information about typical work values from the Occupational Information Network, (www.online.onetcenter.org). You can locate more information on these three systems using the referenced websites.
Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic MBTI: ISTP (Analyzer Operator)
"Tolerant and flexible, quiet observers until a problem appears, then act quickly to find workable
solutions. Analyze what makes things work and readily get through large amounts of data to isolate the core of practical problems. Interested in cause and effect, organize facts using logical principles,
value efficiency.”
Isabel Briggs Myers
While we’ve found supporting material that suggests that ISTP is a common personality type that does well as a heavy duty equipment mechanic, for many occupations there are multiple personality types that might be suitable. This is just the most common type associated with this occupation. Holland Code: RC (Realistic, Conventional) Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others. Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow. Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Work Values Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
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British Columbia is currently benefiting from increased worldwide demand f o r n a t u r a l resources as well as a s l i g h t improvement in the US economy. This growth is assisting
the transportation sector, although the numbers below would suggest this growth will be uneven depending on the region of British Columbia. While growth in the transportation sector is expected to closely mirror the growth of all industries in the Lower Mainland, the difference is greater in other parts of the Province. The transportation sector is expected to grow significantly in the Fraser Valley, Greater Victoria, North and Central Vancouver Island and the West Kootenay. Conversely, in the East Kootenay, the Okanagan, Kamloops, Prince George and in Northwest BC, the transportation sector is expected to lag the growth rate of all industries. Even in the Peace region, where all
industries are expected to grow 6.3% on average, the transportation sector will only grow at a rate of 4.1%. Mining has had a tremendous impact on this sector in recent years. Rising demand for coal and other minerals has generated massive growth in the sector, leading to growth in transportation and other related industries. And while the mining industry itself has grown significantly, because transportation relies not only on mining but many other sectors, the growth in the sector as a result of mining has been cushioned. The most important factor impacting transportation in the years to come will be British Columbia’s role as the Pacific Gateway to Canada and large parts of North America. Billion dollar improvements to our ports, railways and highways are expected to fuel new jobs in transportation and related logistics sectors. One of the benefits of transportation is that it is not too terribly impacted by economic downturns. Since food, mail and many of our consumer goods need to be transported by road and rail, even in a poor economy, the demand for transportation specialists remains positive.
Transportation Sector Growth Rate for All Industries
Growth Rate for
Transportation Sector
Percent of Local Workers
in 2010
Percent of Local Workers
in 2015
Lower Mainland 1.8% 1.5% 5.8% 5.7%
Fraser Valley 2.4% 3.4% 5.1% 5.4%
Greater Victoria 1.5% 3.2% 3.3% 3.6%
Central Vancouver Island 2.0% 2.3% 4.0% 4.1%
Northern Vancouver Island 1.3% 2.4% 4.0% 4.2%
East Kootenay 2.1% 0.7% 3.9% 3.7%
West Kootenay 1.3% 2.4% 3.1% 3.2%
Okanagan 1.3% 0.6% 4.3% 4.2%
Kamloops / Thompson Region 1.0% 0.3% 6.1% 5.9%
Prince George / Cariboo Region 1.6% 0.4% 7.1% 6.7%
Peace River / Northern B.C. 6.3% 4.1% 6.8% 7.9%
Northwest BC / Queen Charlottes 4.7% 0.2% 7.6% 6.2%
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In addition to retirements, the Province of British Columbia will need an additional 600 Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics over the next five years, amounting to 2.2% growth in the sector. This rate of growth is quite strong in comparison to the 1.8% growth projected for all occupations in the province. While healthy growth is expected across the province, the greatest
growth is likely to occur in the Peace Region and in Northwest British Columbia. This is likely due to projected growth in our natural resources sectors, particularly as it pertains to the mining sector. While the growth rate for Heavy Duty Mechanics is likely to be strong in most of the rural areas in British
Columbia, the growth rate in the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley and on Central Vancouver Island, should be just shy of the Provincial average for all other sectors. This shouldn’t be interpreted as an area of concern as the growth rate is still likely to be strong. Individuals planning a career in this sector should simply recognize that obtaining employment in urban areas will be more difficult than in rural, resource dependent communities. According to the most recent Labour Market Outlook, in British Columbia, in the category of Machinery and Transportation Equipment Mechanics (except motor vehicle), (the broader category that Heavy Duty Mechanics belong to), as of 2012 there are 22,550 people needed in this classification and there are 23,170 people with the necessary skills and training to obtain employment. This means we have 3%, or 620 more people capable of these duties than are needed. In the Labour Market Outlook, we see supply and demand balancing out by the year 2018, which reflects the labour shortage expected in most skilled BC occupations. Over the next 10 years it is likely that 33% of the new jobs will occur as a result of economic expansion and 67% will occur to replace a large number of retiring workers.
Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics — Occupation
Growth Rate for all
Occ.
Actual Number in
2010
HD Equipment Mechanics
in 2015
HD Equipment Mechanics
Growth
Lower Mainland 1.8% 1,220 1,310 1.6%
Fraser Valley 2.4% 570 630 2.3%
Greater Victoria 1.5% 250 270 2.1%
Central Vancouver Island 2.9% 420 470 2.5%
Northern Vancouver Island 1.3% 290 310 1.5%
East Kootenay 2.1% 380 430 2.5%
West Kootenay 1.3% 170 180 1.5%
Okanagan 2.3% 710 770 1.5%
Kamloops / Thompson Region 2.6% 570 610 1.6%
Prince George / Cariboo Region 1.6% 430 490 2.8%
Peace River / Northern B.C. 2.7% 300 360 3.7%
Northwest BC / Queen Charlottes 4.7% 140 220 10.3%
Total 1.8% 5,450 6,050 2.2%
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Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic
Apprenticeship
Industry Training Authority: www.itabc.ca/
Page635.aspx
Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics repair, troubleshoot, maintain and overhaul mobile heavy duty equipment. This equipment includes graders, loaders, shovels, tractors, trucks, forklifts, wheeled and tracked vehicles of all types used in construction, forestry, mining, manufacturing and related settings. The format of the program combines in-school and work-based training. The four levels of training are normally
Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics National Occupational Classification (NOC) Code: 7312 Occupational Titles:
Farm equipment mechanic; construction equipment mechanic; diesel engine technician; diesel mechanic; tractor mechanic; heavy-duty equipment mechanic apprentice; heavy-duty equipment technician; heavy equipment mechanic; heavy mobile logging equipment mechanic; heavy mobile mining equipment mechanic; and locomotive mechanic.
Projected BC Workforce of Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics by 2015: 6,050 Occupational Growth Rate Over Five Years: 2.2% Percentage Working Full-Time / Full-Year: 69% Percentage That Are Women: 1% Work Environment:
Heavy-duty equipment mechanics generally work a regular work week. However, overtime and extended hours are common when working to a deadline or if repairs to a critical piece of equipment are required. Some jobs require temporary relocation to remote work sites. Some mechanics work outdoors at construction, mining and logging sites, where they are exposed to weather, and others work indoors in workshops and production plants. Work sites can be dirty, dusty and noisy, and weather conditions may vary.
Education: Secondary school and training
completed over four years. The in-school training part involves 24 weeks or about six weeks per level. This block of training is normally delivered through an ITA approved training institution. Sometimes it may also be met through approved training models (distance education, part-time) and/or a level challenge exam. The work-based training totals 6000 hours. Based on a 40-hour work week this involves 150 weeks of training. The four levels of training include: • Diagnostic Procedures • Hydraulic Systems • Hydraulic Brake Systems • Alternate Brake Systems • Air Brake Systems
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• Track Machines & Attachments • Wire Rope & Winches • Air Operated Systems • Diesel Engines • Electrical and Electronic Systems • Spark Ignition Systems • Mechanical Diesel Fuel Systems • Power Train Components
Required
• Completion of Module 1 (pre-employment Foundation Program) or successful challenge of the Module 1 exam
Recommended
• Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent • English 10 • Math 10 • Science 10
Preferred
• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent Areas tested on the Red Seal exam are:
• Occupational Skills • Engine and Engine Support Systems • Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems • Drive Train • Steering, Suspension & Brakes • Electrical and Electronic Systems • Structural Components, Climate Control, Accessories
and Attachments If you have 9000 (documented) hours of directly related work experience for this position you may challenge the Red Seal exam. In doing so, you believe that your work experience and self-directed study have prepared you to pass the exam. If you have a BC Certificate of Qualification in Automotive Service Technician, Commercial Transport Mechanic or Agricultural Equipment Technician you may be eligible to receive practical experience credit and technical training credit. If you possess a Canadian military certificate in Vehicle Technician (MT #411) and are "QL 5 or higher" you are eligible to challenge the Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Red Seal exam. If you have any questions about this program please contact ITA Customer Service at 1-866-660-6011.
Approved Institutions
British Columbia Institute of Technology http://www.bcit.ca/study/programs/3650appr Camosun College http://camosun.ca/learn/programs/eltheavy/ College of New Caledonia http://www.cnc.bc.ca/CNC_Programs/Heavy_Duty_Mechanical_Repair.htm College of the Rockies http://www.cotr.bc.ca/heavy-duty/ North Island College http://www.nic.bc.ca/program/heavy_duty_and_commercial_transport_mechanics Northern Lights College http://www.nlc.bc.ca/programs/allprograms/heavydutyequipmenttechnicianapprenticeship.aspx Northwest Community College http://www.tradestrainingbc.ca/apprenticeship/schedules/224 Okanagan College http://www.okanagan.bc.ca/departments/trades/Apprenticeship_Program/heavyduty.html Selkirk College http://selkirk.ca/programs/trades/generalmechanics/ Thompson Rivers University http://www.tru.ca/trades/apprenticeship/hdm.html University of the Fraser Valley http://www.ufv.ca/heavyduty.htm Vancouver Community College http://www.vcc.ca/programs-courses/detail.cfm?div_id=11&prog_id=159 Vancouver Island University http://www.viu.ca/heavyduty/
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In preparing this report, we examined eleven random job postings for heavy duty equipment mechanics from around British Columbia. These postings were placed by the following companies:
• A&D Blueberry Farms — Surrey, BC • A.L. Sims and Sons Ltd. — Prince George, BC • All Seasons Mushrooms — Princeton, BC • Express Employment Professionals — Coquitlam, BC • His Manna, Inc. — Kelowna, BC • JMM Consulting — Prince George, BC • Lebrun Repair Ltd. — Quesnel, BC • LVP Executive Recruitment & Consulting Group — Surrey,
BC • Max Helmer Construction — Invermere, BC • Ocean Truck Trailer and Machining — Surrey, BC • Peter Kiewit Infrastructures Co. — Coquitlam, BC
While we selected just eleven postings, we were able to identify dozens of job postings for Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics. All of the positions were full-time and permanent. Salaries for the positions ranged from a low of $25 per hour to a high of $35, with the majority of the postings suggesting a range between $25 and $32 per hour. In nearly every case a salary was suggested rather than noting it’s negotiable. Experience was listed as being valuable in 10 of the 11 postings with just one saying that experience is not necessary. Three advertisements noted that experience is an asset, three noted an expectation of 2-3 years experience, with the remaining postings requiring 3-5 years experience. While approximately half of the positions requested that applicants need to have completed high-school, the other half expected applicants to have completed vocational training related to heavy duty equipment repair.
While most inferred that certification was expected, the majority expected applicants to have completed trade certification as a Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic. Two of the advertisements noted that 3rd and 4th level apprentices could apply. Several postings noted that the successful applicant would be expected to undertake heavy lifting as a regular part of the role. To assist with understanding the required skills and experience required of Heavy Equipment Mechanics, we’ve included the following job posting placed by Express Employment Professionals:
Looking for a career with an innovative and well respected company? Do you will have a strong mechanical aptitude as well as experience working on and repairing hydraulic equipment? Locally owned and operated Company who provides custom designed tools and equipment is seeking a mechanic to join their production facility which is equipped with the latest CNC lathes, mills, water-cutting equipment, fabricating and welding machines.
Responsibilities:
• Assembles, services, maintains and tests hydraulic equipment
• Skilled in using hand tools, power tools, micrometers, and testing equipment.
• Read hydraulic symbols, schematics and circuit diagrams
• Repair and maintenance of heavy equipment • Know how to prevent and repair system leaks • Check condition of hydraulic filters • All around " handy man" for an industrial shop
environment • Ability to drive a forklift and use overhead crane an
asset • Must have a "can do" & "team player" attitude that is
able to jump in and help where needed. • Promote safe working conditions
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There are a number of BC-specific organizations and websites that can assist individuals in finding more information about being a heavy duty equipment mechanic and assist them in finding employment. We've divided a list of these resources into the following categories:
• Professional Organizations / Licensing Bodies / Professional Organizations / Licensing Bodies / Professional Organizations / Licensing Bodies / Professional Organizations / Licensing Bodies / UnionsUnionsUnionsUnions
• Education LinksEducation LinksEducation LinksEducation Links • EmploymentEmploymentEmploymentEmployment • Labour Market Information / NetworkingLabour Market Information / NetworkingLabour Market Information / NetworkingLabour Market Information / Networking
Each website contains valuable information about potential employers, sources of education and training, industry information and opportunities for networking. We've tested each link to ensure they are accurate and up-to-date. Professional Organizations / Licensing Bodies / Unions:Professional Organizations / Licensing Bodies / Unions:Professional Organizations / Licensing Bodies / Unions:Professional Organizations / Licensing Bodies / Unions: Industry Training Authority www.itabc.ca/Page635.aspx Red Seal Trade http://www.red-seal.ca/[email protected]?tid=101 Education Links:Education Links:Education Links:Education Links: British Columbia Institute of Technology http://www.bcit.ca/study/programs/3650appr Camosun College http://camosun.ca/learn/programs/eltheavy/ College of New Caledonia http://www.cnc.bc.ca/CNC_Programs/Heavy_Duty_Mechanical_Repair.htm College of the Rockies http://www.cotr.bc.ca/heavy-duty/ North Island College http://www.nic.bc.ca/program/heavy_duty_and_commercial_transport_mechanics Northern Lights College http://www.nlc.bc.ca/programs/allprograms/heavydutyequipmenttechnicianapprenticeship.aspx
Northwest Community College http://www.tradestrainingbc.ca/apprenticeship/schedules/224 Okanagan College http://www.okanagan.bc.ca/departments/trades/Apprenticeship_Program/heavyduty.html Selkirk College http://selkirk.ca/programs/trades/generalmechanics/ Thompson Rivers University http://www.tru.ca/trades/apprenticeship/hdm.html University of the Fraser Valley http://www.ufv.ca/heavyduty.htm Vancouver Community College http://www.vcc.ca/programs-courses/detail.cfm?div_id=11&prog_id=159 Vancouver Island University http://www.viu.ca/heavyduty/ Employment Links:Employment Links:Employment Links:Employment Links: Craigslist Skilled Trades http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/trd/ Finning Canada www.finning.ca Global Info Mine http://www.infomine.com/ MABC Job Listings http://www.mining.bc.ca/mabc_job_board_trades.htm Red Seal Recruiting www.redsealrecruiting.com Skilled Trades Employment Program www.stepbc.ca
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Labour Market Information / Networking Links:Labour Market Information / Networking Links:Labour Market Information / Networking Links:Labour Market Information / Networking Links: Application to Challenge Examination http://www.itabc.ca/AssetFactory.aspx?did=366 B.C. Road Builders www.roadbuilders.bc.ca Canadian Association of Equipment Distributors http://www.caed.org Construction Sector Council http://www.csc-ca.org Immigrant Skilled Trades Employment Program www.istepbc.ca
Study Guide Heavy Duty Equipment Technician http://www.ed.gov.nl.ca/app/exams/StudyGuide_HeavyDutyEqptTech_V1Combined_JS_11_01_13_FINAL.pdf The Mining Association of British Columbia www.mining.bc.ca Trades Training BC www.tradestrainingbc.ca Transport Canada http://www.tc.gc.ca Working in Canada http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=25567&lang=eng&noc=7312&action=final&ln=p&s=3&source=3&titleKeyword=
Below are six i n d u s t r y articles that have been p u b l i s h e d p r o v i d i n g labour market in format ion about heavy d u t y e q u i pm e n t m e c h a n i c s and various i n d u s t r y
sectors. While most sources are from British Columbia, there are some from other areas as they are able to provide a broad perspective on the sector’s growth and how it is changing. For each article we’ve included an excerpt. This is only a sample of what the original article contained. If you wish to read the article in its entirety, we would suggest you contact your local library or employment service provider. In many cases you will be able to find the article simply by doing a Google search, utilizing the title of the article in quotation marks.
Leader Post Regina, SK April 17, 2012 Title: Mining becomes big business all across Canada Excerpt: The country produced more than $50 billion worth of minerals in 2011, up from $19.6 billion in 2001, according to estimates from Natural Resources Canada. -- There'll be about $140 billion worth of investments in the mining sector over the next five years, Hebert said. Vancouver Sun Vancouver, BC April 9, 2012 Title: B.C., Alberta vie for skilled labour Excerpt: B.C.'s mining, forestry and energy sectors are expecting to need as many as 10,000 people over the next 10-15 years. -- Alberta companies, meanwhile, are looking to hire 21,000 workers over the same time period. -- The Petroleum Human Resources Council of Canada last week released a study based on industry surveys that suggests a 73 per cent increase in demand for oilsands workers from about 20,000 today to 35,000 by 2021. Kamloops Daily News Kamloops, BC April 2, 2012 Title: Labour shortage hits residential construction sector
announcement adds the following occupations to the list: steamfitters and pipefitters, ironworkers, heavy-duty equipment mechanics, machinists, roofers, industrial electricians, welders, surveyor helpers, commercial janitors and caretakers, specialized cleaners, mechanical engineers, civil engineers, electrical and electronics engineers, petroleum engineers, mechanical engineering technologists, hotel and hospitality room attendants, industrial meat cutters, courier drivers, residential cleaning and support workers, manufacturing and processing labourers, and tour and travel guides.
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Excerpt: Apprenticeships have been dropping when they should be increasing to fill demand forecast to rise over the next 10 to 15 years. -- The agency forecasts B.C. will need an additional 160,000 skilled workers to fill jobs in industry by 2015. -- In the Thompson-Okanagan, the top three skilled-labour occupations in demand are carpenters and cabinetmakers; machinery and transportation mechanics; and chefs and cooks. In the construction trade, it's corporate builders who are feeling the labour shortage directly, Evans said. Vancouver Sun Vancouver, BC April 2, 2012 Title: B.C. rolls out new $700 million road, rail plan Excerpt: However, the $700-million commitment is only a small part of the transportation strategy, which government sources say will include another $24 billion of transportation-related investments planned by the private sector between now and 2020. -- Today's release of the transportation strategy comes after a major review by government found a need for massive spending between now and 2020 to ensure British Columbia remains a competitive gateway to overseas Asian markets. Journal of Commerce British Columbia March 7, 2012 Title: Northern B.C. companies look south for workers Excerpt: According to current labour market information, the construction occupations in high demand in Northern B.C. are: electrical trades, plumbers, pipefitters and gas fitters, carpenters and cabinetmakers, machinery and transportation equipment mechanics, heavy equipment operators and supervisors. Newstrack India December 3, 2008 Title: Faced with shortage, Canada woos skilled Indian workers Excerpt: The Canadian government has issued a list of 38 high-demand occupational categories, including health, finance, engineers, heavy-duty mechanics, industrial technicians, food service managers and other skilled trades. -- The latest fast track processing of visa applications in the federal skilled worker category ensures a Canadian visa in a shorter period of just 6-12 months, pointed out Panke. Vancouver Sun Vancouver, BC January 14, 2008 Title: 30,000 foreign workers may be headed for B.C. Excerpt: Human Resources and Social Development Canada today announced the expansion of the Expedited Labour Market Opinion pilot project (E-LMO), which began in September 2007, from 12 to 33 occupations. -- Today's
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