51-6052.00Apprenticeship

Tailors, Dressmakers, & Custom Sewers

Design, make, alter, repair, or fit garments.

Career Cluster:Arts, Entertainment, & Design
Job Family:Production
Job Zone:Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
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Technology Tools

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Key Tasks

  • Measure parts, such as sleeves or pant legs, and mark or pin-fold alteration lines.
  • Remove stitches from garments to be altered, using rippers or razor blades.
  • Let out or take in seams in suits and other garments to improve fit.
  • Sew garments, using needles and thread or sewing machines.
  • Fit and study garments on customers to determine required alterations.
  • Trim excess material, using scissors.
  • Measure customers, using tape measures, and record measurements.
  • Assemble garment parts and join parts with basting stitches, using needles and thread or sewing machines.
  • Make garment style changes, such as tapering pant legs, narrowing lapels, and adding or removing padding.
  • Maintain garment drape and proportions as alterations are performed.
  • Take up or let down hems to shorten or lengthen garment parts, such as sleeves.
  • Repair or replace defective garment parts, such as pockets, zippers, snaps, buttons, and linings.
  • Press garments, using hand irons or pressing machines.
  • Fit, alter, repair, and make made-to-measure clothing, according to customers' and clothing manufacturers' specifications and fit, and applying principles of garment design, construction, and styling.
  • Estimate how much a garment will cost to make, based on factors such as time and material requirements.
  • Position patterns of garment parts on fabric, and cut fabric along outlines, using scissors.
  • Record required alterations and instructions on tags, and attach them to garments.
  • Confer with customers to determine types of material and garment styles desired.
  • Develop, copy, or adapt designs for garments, and design patterns to fit measurements, applying knowledge of garment design, construction, styling, and fabric.
  • Examine tags on garments to determine alterations that are needed.
  • Put in padding and shaping materials.
  • Sew buttonholes and attach buttons to finish garments.

Skills

Time Management
53%
Speaking
50%
Active Listening
50%
Critical Thinking
50%
Social Perceptiveness
47%
Monitoring
44%
Judgment and Decision Making
44%
Coordination
41%
Reading Comprehension
41%
Active Learning
41%
Service Orientation
41%
Complex Problem Solving
41%
Writing
38%
Operations Monitoring
38%
Operations Analysis
35%
Operation and Control
31%
Instructing
28%
Persuasion
28%
Troubleshooting
28%
Negotiation
28%
Quality Control Analysis
28%
Repairing
25%
Systems Analysis
25%
Management of Personnel Resources
25%
Equipment Selection
25%
Systems Evaluation
25%
Equipment Maintenance
25%
Learning Strategies
25%
Mathematics
22%
Technology Design
22%
Management of Financial Resources
19%
Management of Material Resources
16%
Installation
0%
Science
0%
Programming
0%

Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service
76%
English Language
64%
Production and Processing
58%
Administration and Management
55%
Economics and Accounting
54%
Mathematics
49%
Design
49%
Sales and Marketing
44%
Personnel and Human Resources
43%
Administrative
41%
Education and Training
37%
Mechanical
34%
Communications and Media
25%
Public Safety and Security
25%
Psychology
23%
Engineering and Technology
22%
Computers and Electronics
18%
Telecommunications
16%
Foreign Language
15%
Transportation
13%
Sociology and Anthropology
12%
Physics
12%
Philosophy and Theology
10%
Medicine and Dentistry
10%
Law and Government
10%
Chemistry
9%
Building and Construction
9%
Fine Arts
8%
Food Production
8%
History and Archeology
7%
Therapy and Counseling
7%
Biology
5%
Geography
1%

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Abilities

Visualization
72%
Arm-Hand Steadiness
72%
Finger Dexterity
72%
Near Vision
69%
Oral Comprehension
66%
Control Precision
63%
Manual Dexterity
53%
Category Flexibility
50%
Oral Expression
50%
Speech Recognition
50%
Speech Clarity
50%
Information Ordering
50%
Originality
50%
Problem Sensitivity
47%
Written Comprehension
47%
Fluency of Ideas
47%
Multilimb Coordination
47%
Selective Attention
47%
Visual Color Discrimination
47%
Written Expression
44%
Deductive Reasoning
41%
Flexibility of Closure
41%
Inductive Reasoning
41%
Rate Control
41%
Perceptual Speed
41%
Far Vision
38%
Reaction Time
35%
Trunk Strength
31%
Wrist-Finger Speed
31%
Time Sharing
28%
Speed of Closure
28%
Memorization
25%
Number Facility
25%
Hearing Sensitivity
25%
Extent Flexibility
25%
Auditory Attention
25%
Stamina
25%
Static Strength
25%
Depth Perception
25%
Dynamic Strength
25%
Mathematical Reasoning
22%
Response Orientation
19%
Gross Body Coordination
19%
Explosive Strength
10%
Gross Body Equilibrium
10%
Spatial Orientation
3%
Night Vision
0%
Sound Localization
0%
Peripheral Vision
0%
Speed of Limb Movement
0%
Glare Sensitivity
0%
Dynamic Flexibility
0%

Work Activities

Controlling Machines and Processes
71%
Thinking Creatively
64%
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
64%
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
58%
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
56%
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People
55%
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
54%
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
51%
Getting Information
51%
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
51%
Scheduling Work and Activities
49%
Performing General Physical Activities
47%
Developing Objectives and Strategies
47%
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
46%
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
44%
Handling and Moving Objects
42%
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
42%
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
40%
Communicating with People Outside the Organization
38%
Processing Information
37%
Selling or Influencing Others
37%
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
37%
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
33%
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
33%
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
33%
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
32%
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
30%
Analyzing Data or Information
29%
Documenting/Recording Information
29%
Assisting and Caring for Others
28%
Developing and Building Teams
25%
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
25%
Training and Teaching Others
25%
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others
23%
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
22%
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
21%
Coaching and Developing Others
16%
Performing Administrative Activities
14%
Working with Computers
10%
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
6%
Staffing Organizational Units
2%

Work Context

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls

How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?

96%

Time Pressure

How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?

88%

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?

88%

Freedom to Make Decisions

How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?

85%

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled

How often does this job require working indoors in an environmentally controlled environment (like a warehouse with air conditioning)?

84%

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results

What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?

79%

Telephone Conversations

How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?

76%

Deal With External Customers or the Public in General

How important is it to deal with external customers (as in retail sales) or the public in general (as in police work) in this job?

75%

Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals

How much freedom does the worker have in determining the tasks, priorities, or goals of the job?

73%

Frequency of Decision Making

How often is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?

71%

Spend Time Sitting

How much does this job require sitting?

71%

Contact With Others

How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?

70%

Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams

How frequently does your job require face-to-face discussions with individuals and within teams?

69%

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment

How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)

68%

Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team

How important is it to work with or contribute to a work group or team in this job?

67%

Physical Proximity

To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks physically close to other people?

65%

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions

How much does this job require making repetitive motions?

65%

Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers

How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?

63%

Duration of Typical Work Week

Number of hours typically worked in one week.

61%

Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities

How important is it to coordinate or lead others (not as a supervisor or team leader) in accomplishing work activities in this job?

56%

Health and Safety of Other Workers

How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?

54%

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks

How important are continuous, repetitive, physical activities (like key entry) or mental activities (like checking entries in a ledger) to performing this job?

54%

Consequence of Error

How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not easily correctable?

50%

Level of Competition

To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?

44%

Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body

How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?

43%

E-Mail

How frequently does your job require you to use E-mail?

41%

Written Letters and Memos

How frequently does your job require written letters and memos?

41%

Spend Time Standing

How much does this job require standing?

40%

Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People

How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?

36%

Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable

How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?

33%

Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings

How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?

29%

Degree of Automation

How automated is the job?

28%

Spend Time Walking or Running

How much does this job require walking or running?

27%

Conflict Situations

How frequently are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?

25%

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets

How often does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats or life-jackets?

25%

Exposed to Contaminants

How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?

21%

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment

How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?

21%

Work Schedules

How regular are the work schedules for this job?

19%

Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling

How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?

17%

Public Speaking

How frequently does your job require public speaking (one speaker with an audience)?

16%

Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures

How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?

13%

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled

How often does this job require working in an environment that is not environmentally controlled (like a warehouse without air conditioning)?

12%

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment

How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or operate enclosed equipment (like a car)?

9%

Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People

How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?

4%

Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions

How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?

4%

Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions

How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?

4%

Outdoors, Under Cover

How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (like in an open shed)?

4%

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance

How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?

3%

Exposed to Disease or Infections

How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?

2%

Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions

How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?

1%

Exposed to High Places

How often does this job require exposure to high places?

1%

Exposed to Whole Body Vibration

How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (like operating a jackhammer or earth moving equipment)?

1%

Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles

How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, poles, etc.?

1%

Exposed to Hazardous Conditions

How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?

0%

Exposed to Radiation

How often does this job require exposure to radiation?

0%

In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment

How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or operating equipment (like a tractor)?

0%

Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection

How often does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?

0%

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

58%

Less than high school diploma

17%

Post-secondary certificate

16%

Interests

Realistic

Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, t

85

Artistic

Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts,

50

Conventional

Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or hum

33

Enterprising

Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertis

20

Social

Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.

16

Investigative

Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the f

1

Work Styles

Attention to Detail
88%
Dependability
72%
Cautiousness
52%
Perseverance
39%
Innovation
37%
Achievement Orientation
36%
Self-Confidence
35%
Integrity
29%
Initiative
28%
Cooperation
27%
Sincerity
26%
Social Orientation
26%
Self-Control
23%
Empathy
22%
Adaptability
19%
Stress Tolerance
18%
Humility
17%
Intellectual Curiosity
15%
Optimism
14%
Tolerance for Ambiguity
2%

Work Values

Achievement
56%
Independence
56%
Relationships
56%
Working Conditions
42%
Recognition
28%
Support
28%

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