Cashiers
Cashier, Checker, Customer Assistant, Sales Associate
What they do:
Receive and disburse money in establishments other than financial institutions. May use electronic scanners, cash registers, or related equipment. May process credit or debit card transactions and validate checks.
On the job, you would:
- Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits.
- Answer customers' questions, and provide information on procedures or policies.
- Help customers find the location of products.
Knowledge
Business
- customer service
- management
Math and Science
- arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Skills
Basic Skills
- listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
- talking to others
Social
- looking for ways to help people
- understanding people's reactions
Abilities
Verbal
- communicate by speaking
- listen and understand what people say
Math
- add, subtract, multiply, or divide
Personality
People interested in this work like activities that include data, detail, and regular routines.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Cooperation
- Dependability
- Integrity
- Self Control
- Stress Tolerance
- Attention to Detail
Technology
You might use software like this on the job:
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
Data base user interface and query software
- Database software
- ReliaSoft Prism
Operating system software
- Handheld computer device software
- Microsoft Windows
Education
Education: (rated 2 of 5)
high school diploma/GED or
no high school diploma/GED
usually needed
no high school diploma/GED
usually needed
Get started on your career:
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Job Outlook
Bright
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
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