Jobs / Physical work / 39-5011.00
Barbers
Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.
- US jobs
- 15,000
- Median wage
- $38,210 a year
- Job family
- Physical work
Can agents do the work of barbers?
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Typical tasks
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- Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments.
- Cut and trim hair according to clients' instructions or current hairstyles, using clippers, combs, hand-held blow driers, and scissors.
- Question patrons regarding desired services and haircut styles.
- Clean work stations and sweep floors.
- Drape and pin protective cloths around customers' shoulders.
- Apply lather and shave beards or neck and temple hair contours, using razors.
- Record services provided on cashiers' tickets or receive payment from customers.
- Shape and trim beards and moustaches, using scissors.
- Perform clerical and administrative duties such as keeping records, paying bills, and hiring and supervising personnel.
- Keep card files on clientele, recording notes of work done, products used and fees charged after each visit.
- Stay informed of the latest styles and hair care techniques.
- Shampoo hair.
Other job titles for this occupation (7)
Barber Shop Operator · Barber Stylist · Hair Stylist · Stylist · Hair Cutter · Licensed Barber · Tonsorial Artist