Fishing and Hunting Workers

A typical week involves early mornings on the water or in the field. Fishing workers set and check nets, haul catches onto vessels, and sort the day's take. Hunting and trapping workers scout terrain, set traps or blinds, track animals, and process harvested game. Work is physical and weather-dependent, with schedules driven by seasonal conditions and catch patterns rather than fixed hours.

Holland code RCI. Realistic work is hands-on, practical work with tools, machines or the outdoors. Aptly’s interest assessment scores you on the same six scales.

You do well in this work if you prefer hands-on, outdoor tasks over desk work and are comfortable following established procedures and regulations. Success requires self-reliance, physical stamina, and attention to detail in equipment maintenance and safety practices.

Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training). Most people in this occupation hold a high school diploma.

• Certified Two-Handed Casting Instructor (THCI) — Fly Fishers International

Aptly members see WIOA-approved programs, colleges and certificates near them, with completion and earnings data, on every Path plan.