O*NET-SOC 53-1043.00

First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of material-moving machine and vehicle operators and helpers.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Enforce safety rules and regulations.Core8584
Interpret transportation or tariff regulations, shipping orders, safety regulations, or company policies and procedures for workers.Core8593
Resolve worker problems or collaborate with employees to assist in problem resolution.Core8588
Confer with customers, supervisors, contractors, or other personnel to exchange information or to resolve problems.Core8586
Plan work assignments and equipment allocations to meet transportation, operations or production goals.Core8585
Examine, measure, or weigh cargo or materials to determine specific handling requirements.Core8603
Explain and demonstrate work tasks to new workers or assign training tasks to experienced workers.Core8594
Review orders, production schedules, blueprints, or shipping or receiving notices to determine work sequences and material shipping dates, types, volumes, or destinations.Core8589
Drive vehicles or operate machines or equipment to complete work assignments or to assist workers.Core8605
Inspect or test materials, stock, vehicles, equipment, or facilities to ensure that they are safe, free of defects, and consistent with specifications.Core8599
Maintain or verify records of time, materials, expenditures, or crew activities.Core8592
Requisition needed personnel, supplies, equipment, parts, or repair services.Core8597
Perform or schedule repairs or preventive maintenance of vehicles or other equipment.Supplemental8602
Recommend and implement measures to improve worker motivation, equipment performance, work methods, or customer services.Core8591
Prepare, compile, and submit reports on work activities, operations, production, or work-related accidents.Core8595
Dispatch personnel and vehicles in response to telephone or radio reports of emergencies.Core8601
Monitor field work to ensure proper performance and use of materials.Core20455
Compute or estimate cash, payroll, transportation, personnel, or storage requirements.Supplemental8600
Recommend or implement personnel actions, such as employee selection, evaluation, rewards, or disciplinary actions.Core8596
Assist workers in tasks, such as loading vehicles.23693
Direct workers in transportation or related services, such as pumping, moving, storing, or loading or unloading of materials.23694
Plan and establish schedules.23695

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 34 examples in 14 categories, 7 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain software

@Road GeoManager
Actsoft Comet Tracker
Bill of lading software
CAPE Systems CAPE PACK
CAPE Systems TRUCKFILL
Coptimal Logics AutoLoad Pro
Creative Systems Corporation Freight-Link System
Fleet management systems
JDA Manugistics
Load optimization software
MagicLogic Optimization Cube-IQ
Optimum Logistics LoadPlanner
Proof of delivery POD software
Softtruck CargoWiz
Starre Enterprises Star Bill of Lading
Strategic Business Systems Proof of Delivery
TOPS Engineering MaxLoad Pro
UPS Logistics Technologies Roadnet Transportation Suite
Warehouse management system WMSIn Demand
XATA XATANET

Mobile location based services software

Accellos Real Dispatch
Commercial vehicle operations CVO software

Bar coding software

Barcode software

Accounting software

General ledger software

Map creation software

Mapping software

Data base user interface and query software

Microsoft AccessHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

Microsoft OutlookHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

SAP softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Calendar and scheduling software

Scheduling software

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Getting Information

Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor work environment to ensure safety or adherence to specifications.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Test materials, solutions, or samples.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Inspect motor vehicles.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Inspect facilities to ensure compliance with safety, quality, or service standards.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

Weigh materials to ensure compliance with specifications.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Measure product or material dimensions.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Processing Information

Verify information or specifications.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Determine resource needs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Scheduling Work and Activities

Schedule product or material transportation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Arrange maintenance activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

Plan work operations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Performing General Physical Activities

Load shipments, belongings, or materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment

Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

Maintain vehicles in good working condition.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

Record operational or production data.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Prepare accident or incident reports.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others

Resolve personnel problems.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Resolve issues affecting transportation operations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Direct passenger or freight transport activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Direct material handling or moving activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Direct emergency management activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Recommend personnel decisions or human resources activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Monitoring and Controlling Resources

Acquire supplies or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 25

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Level mix

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.