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Area
Wage
Survey

Cleveland, Ohio,
Metropolitan Area
September 1980

U.S. Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Bulletin 3000-46


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Preface

This bulletin provides results of a September 1980 survey of occupational
earnings and supplementary wage benefits in the Cleveland, Ohio, Standard
Metropolitan Statistical Area. The survey was made as part of the Bureau of
Labor Statistics’ annual area wage survey program. It was conducted by the
Bureau’s regional office in Chicago, 111., under the general direction of Lois L.
Orr, Assistant Regional Commissioner for Operations. The survey could not
have been accomplished without the cooperation of the many firms whose
wage and salary data provided the basis for the statistical information in this
bulletin. The Bureau wishes to express sincere appreciation for the cooperation
received.
....
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the public domain and may, with appropriate credit, be reproduced without
permission.

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Reports on occupational earnings and supplementary wage provisions in the
Cleveland area are available for the laundry and dry cleaning (September
1980), miscellaneous plastic products (January 1979), electric appliance repair
(November 1978), hospitals (September 1978), and nursing homes and related
facilities (September 1978) industries. Also available are listings of union wage
rates for building trades, printing trades, local-transit operating employees,
local truckdrivers and helpers, and grocery store employees. A report on
occupational earnings and supplementary provisions is available for municipal
workers in the city of Cleveland. Free copies of these are available from the
Bureau’s regional offices. (See back cover for addresses.)


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Area
Wage
Survey

Cleveland, Ohio,
Metropolitan Area
September 1980

U.S. Department of Labor
Ray Marshall, Secretary

Contents

Bureau of Labor Statistics
Janet L. Norwood,
Commissioner
December 1980
Bulletin 3000-46

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Introduction.................................................................................. 2
Tables:
Earnings, all establishments:
A- 1. Weekly earnings of office workers............................... 3
A- 2. Weekly earnings of professional and
technical workers.................................................... 6
A- 3. Average weekly earnings of office,
professional, and technical workers,
by sex ...................................................................... 8
A- 4. Hourly earnings of maintenance, toolroom,
and powerplant workers........................................ 10
A- 5. Hourly earnings of material movement and
custodial workers .................................................. 11
A- 6. Average hourly earnings of maintenance,
toolroom, powerplant, material
movement, and custodial workers,
by sex .................................................................... 13
A- 7. Indexes of earnings and percent increases
for selected occupation groups.............................. 14
A- 8. Average pay relationships within establish­
ments for office clerical occupations ....................... 14
A- 9. Average pay relationships within establish­
ments for professional and technical
occupations............................................................ 15
A-10. Average pay relationships within establish­
ments for maintenance, toolroom, and
powerplant occupations........................................ 16
A-11, Average pay relationships within establish­
ments for material movement and
custodial occupations............................................ 16
Earnings, large establishments:
A-12. Weekly earnings of office workers............................. 17
A-13. Weekly earnings of professional and
technical workers.................................................. 20

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Tables—Continued
A-14.
A-15,
A-16.
A-17.

Average weekly earnings of office,
professional, and technical workers, by sex..........
Hourly earnings of maintenance, toolroom,
and powerplant workers.......................................
Hourly earnings of material movement
and custodial workers...........................................
Average hourly earnings of maintenance,
toolroom, powerplant, material
movement, and custodial workers,
by sex .............................................................

Establishment practices and supplementary wage
provisions:
B- 1. Minimum entrance salaries for inexperienced
typists and clerks.........................................
B- 2. Late-shift pay provisions for full-time
manufacturing production and related
workers.................................................
B- 3. Scheduled weekly hours and days of full­
time first-shift workers.................................
B- 4. Annual paid holidays for full-time workers ....
B- 5. Paid vacation provisions for full-time
workers...............................................
B- 6. Health, insurance, and pension plans for
full-time workers.........................................
B- 7. Health plan participation for full-time
workers..........................
Appendixes:
A. Scope and method of survey
B. Occupational descriptions . .

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23
24

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26

27
28
29
30
33
34

36
42

Introduction

This area is 1 of 71 in which the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of
Labor Statistics conducts surveys of occupational earnings and related
benefits. (See list of areas on inside back cover.) In each area, earnings data for
selected occupations (A-series tables) are collected annually. Information on
establishment practices and supplementary wage benefits (B-series tables) is
obtained every third year.
Each year after all individual area wage surveys have been completed, two
summary bulletins are issued. The first brings together data for each metropoli­
tan area surveyed; the second presents national and regional estimates,
projected from individual metropolitan area data, for all Standard Metropoli­
tan Statistical Areas in the United States, excluding Alaska and Hawaii.
A major consideration in the area wage survey program is the need to
describe the level and movement of wages in a variety of labor markets,
through the analysis of (1) the level and distribution of wages by occupation,
and (2) the movement of wages by occupational category and skill level. The
program develops information that may be used for many purposes, including
wage and salary administration, collective bargaining, and assistance in
determining plant location. Survey results also are used by the U.S. Depart­
ment of Labor to make wage determinations under the Service Contract Act of
1965.

A-series tables

Tables A-l through A-6 provide estimates of straight-time weekly or hourly
earnings for workers in occupations common to a variety of manufacturing and
nonmanufacturing industries. The occupations are defined in appendix B. For
the 31 largest survey areas, tables A-12 through A-17 provide similar data for
establishments employing 500 workers or more.
Table A-7 provides indexes and percent changes in average hourly earnings
for office clerical workers, electronic data processing workers, industrial


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nurses, skilled maintenance trades workers, and unskilled plant workers.
Where possible, data are presented for all industries and for manufacturing and
nonmanufacturing separately. Data are not presented for skilled maintenance
workers in nonmanufacturing because the number of workers employed in this
occupational group in nonmanufacturing is too small to warrant separate
presentation. This table provides a measure of wage trends after elimination of
changes in average earnings caused by employment shifts among establish­
ments as well as turnover of establishments included in survey samples. For
further details, see appendix A.
Tables A-8 through A-11 provide measures of average pay relationships
within establishments. These measures may differ considerably from the pay
relationships of overall area averages published in tables A-l through A-6. See
appendix A for details.

B-series tables

The B-series tables present information on minimum entrance salaries for
inexperienced typists and clerks; late-shift pay provisions and practices for
production and related workers in manufacturing; and data separately for
production and related workers and office workers on scheduled weekly hours
and days of first-shift workers; paid holidays; paid vacations; health, insurance,
and pension plan provisions; and health plan participation.

Appendixes

Appendix A describes the methods and concepts used in the area wage
survey program. It provides information on the scope of the area survey, the
area’s industrial composition in manufacturing, and labor-management agree­
ment coverage.
Appendix B provides job descriptions used by Bureau field representatives
to classify workers by occupation.

Table A-1. Weekly earnings of office workers in Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980

Occupation and industry
division

Number
of
workers

Average
weekly
hours*
(stand­
ard)

Weekly e arnings
(in doll ars)'

Mean*

Median*

Number of workers receiving straight-time weekly earnings (in dollars) of

Middle range*

110
and
under
120

120

130

140

150

160

170

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

420

130

140

150

160

170

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

“420

440

Secretaries.......................................
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanutacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

4,744
2,504
2,240
466

39.0
39.0
38.5
38.5

266.00
270.50
260.50
343.50

250.00
256.50
240.00
351.00

299.50
308.00
289.50
406.00

_
-

_
-

_
-

18
18
6

26
26
12

29
_
29
-

79
19
60
6

381
147
234
6

786
433
353
13

Secretaries, class A.....................
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing......................

304
174
130

38.5
39.0
37.5

340.00
325.50
360.00

331.50 285.50- 383.50
306.50 276.00- 357.50
363.50 320.00- 387.50

_
-

_
-

_
-

_
_
-

.
_
-

_
-

_
-

_
-

Secretaries, class B.....................
Manufacturing...........................
Nonmanufacturing......................

871
419
452

39.0
39.5
38.5

297.50
309.00
286.50

281.50 252.00- 333.50
288.00 259.00- 346.00
280.00 248.00- 316.50

_
-

_
-

_
-

_
-

_
-

_
-

4
_
4

Secretaries, class C.....................
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

1,653
1,001
652
76

39.0
39.0
39.0
39.5

263.00
270.00
252.50
300.50

251.50
253.00
250.00
304.00

288.00
303.50
280.00
327.50

_
-

_
-

_
-

_
-

4
4
-

3
3
-

Secretaries, class D.....................
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities.........................

1,392
750
642
95

39.0
39.0
39.0
39.0

233.50
242.00
224.00
262.00

220.00 200.00- 253.50
224.50 203.00- 273.50
218.50 197.50- 240.00
260.00 179.00- 353.00

_
-

_
-

_
-

6
6
6

18
_
18
12

Secretaries, class E.....................
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing......................

371
160
211

38.5
39.5
38.0

218.00
249.50
194.00

213.00 187.00- 244.00
247.50 216.00- 269.00
198.00 175.00- 212.00

_
-

_
-

_
-

12
_
12

Stenographers.................................
Manufacturing.............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

566
316
250
200

39.5
39.5
40.0
40.0

271.00
256.50
289.00
305.50

262.50
245.00
307.50
315.50

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_
"

Stenographers, senior.................
Manufacturing.............................
Nonmanufacturing......................

296
177
119

39.5
39.5
40.0

276.00
267.50
288.50

274.00 236.50- 315.50
258.50 235.00- 294.50
315.50 248.50- 315.50

Stenographers, general...............
Manufacturing.............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

270
139
131
95

39.5
39.5
40.0
40.0

265.50
242.00
290.00
314.00

256.00 197.00- 336.00
226.00 184.00- 274.50
281.50 228.50- 346.50
336.00 254.00- 362.00

Transcribing-machine typists..........
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing......................

285
61
224

39.0
38.0
39.0

175.50
192.00
171.00

172.00
188.00
168.00

159.50- 187.50
168.00- 201.50
158.00- 181.00

Typists..............................................
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing......................

1,863
471
1,392

39.0
39.5
38.5

204.00
201.00
205.00

190.00
190.00
189.50

Typists, class A............................
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing......................

1,003
203
800

38.5
39.5
38.5

212.00
207.00
213.00

Typists, class B............................
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing......................

860
268
592

39.0
39.5
39.0

195.00
197.00
194.50

216.50222.50210.50284.00-

224.50225.50221.00263.50-

216.50213.00239.50271.50-

315.50
291.00
336.00
336.00

_
_
_
-

_
_
_
-

742
366
376
29

592
342
250
10

297
216
30

395
206
189
28

277
183
94
25

249
169
80
42

176
92
84
63

89
56
33
25

113
49
64
42

_
-

-

4
3
1

58
56
2

35
17
18

37
25
12

32
16
16

30
15
15

22
7
15

5
_
5

23
5
18

102
26
76

121
75
46

151
76
75

136
61
75

65
23
42

70
40
30

40
14
26

2
_
2
-

54
13
41
-

282
190
92
-

353
207
146
13

228
136
92
1

231
124
107
16

160
77
83
7

88
54
34
7

97
71
26
14

4
_
4
-

47
19
28
6

244
118
126
6

378
211
167
12

226
108
118
2

184
80
104
3

54
32
22
2

45
39
6
3

72
66
6
6

50
42
8
8

4
_
4

21
_
21

26
_
26

68
16
52

97
27
70

43
25
18

51
48
3

14
9
5

12
12

15
15

5
5
-

25
21
4
-

12
10
2
1

44
22
22
12

59
43
16
14

65
51
14
7

64
43
21
13

44
25
19
11

43
30
13
9

76
13
63
63

40
12
28
28

_
_
-

_
_
-

1
1
-

2
1
1

14
8
6

30
19
11

43
34
9

39
32
7

23
151
8

30
25
5

63
12
51

23
7
16

12

_
_
-

.
_
_

5
_
5
-

24
20
4
-

10
9
1
-

30
14
16
12

29
24
5
4

22
17
5
4

25
11
14
6

21
10
11
3

13
5
8
4

13

17

25

12
12

12
12

14

48
6
42

55
12
43

43
6
37

82
18
64

16
9
7

5
5

5
4
1

1
1
-

1

_
_
-

5\3

63
38
25
25

103
27
76
*72

23

10

12

6

30
15
15

43
16
27

54
46
8

18
14
4

1

46
32
14
10

29
26
3
3

32
27

23

7

5

-

-

-

56
27
29
29

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

6

1

21

-

-

3

2

-

-

-

-

28

14

37
23
14

21
3

-

21

-

-

-

_

_

3

-

-

3

-

-

_

_

_

_
-

_
_
-

_
_
-

-

-

-

-

166.00- 226.50
172.50- 211.50
163.50- 228.50

_
-

6
6

76
12
64

138
11
127

130
30
100

216
63
153

155
33
122

380
144
236

265
76
189

108
21
87

82
34
48

53
21
32

26
8
18

210
5
205

4
2
2

3
3

2

-7

195.50
195.00
198.50

169.00- 237.50
178.50- 234.50
168.00- 245.00

_
-

3
3

18
6
12

62
62

44
9
35

137
22
115

84
16
68

180
63
117

147
31
116

83
19
64

54
19
35

36
8
28

12

2

12

132
4
128

2

-

184.50
188.00
184.50

159.00- 211.00
165.50- 206.00
153.00- 211.50

_
-

3
3

58
6
52

76
11
65

86
21
65

79
41
38

71
17
54

200
81
119

118
45
73

25
2
23

28
15
13

17
13
4

14
8
6

78
1
77

2
2

3
3

3

440
and
over

113
80
33
32

29
_
29

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Table A-1. Weekly earnings of office workers in Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980
Average
Number weekly
hours1
of
workers (stand­
ard)

Occupation and industry
division

Weekly earnings
(in dollars)1

Mean2

Median2

Number of workers receiving straight-time weekly earnings (in dollars) of

Middle range2

110
and
under
120

120

130

140

150

160

170

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

420

130

140

150

160

170

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

420

440

440
and
over

File clerks................................
Manufacturing...................
Nonmanufacturing............

841
141
700

38.0
39.0
38.0

167.00
170.50
166.50

150.00 139.00- 175.50
159.00 149.00- 183.00
147.00 137.00- 174.50

15
15

95
95

115
6
109

193
48
145

110
23
87

65
15
50

68
9
59

56
25
31

13
4
9

3
1
2

7
4
3

75
1
74

3

15

3

2

3

-

-

-

-

File clerks, class A.............
Nonmanufacturing............

86
64

37.0
36.5

197.00
197.50

170.00
170.00

154.00- 247.00
153.00- 229.50

_

_
-

_
-

6
6

29
17

7
7

9
8

7
6

5
4

-

4
■

11

2

6

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

File clerks, class B.............
Manufacturing...................
Nonmanufacturing............

496
63
433

37.5
39.5
37.0

174.00
171.00
174.50

152.00
149.50
152.00

142.00- 183.00
149.00- 183.50
142.00- 180.50

15
15

15
15

82
6
76

115
28
87

64
3
61

33
2
31

39
1
38

39
18
21

7
2
5

2

3
3

64
"
64

1
“

9

3

2

3

-

-

-

-

File clerks, class C.............
Manufacturing...................
Nonmanufacturing............

259
56
203

39.5
38.5
39.5

143.50
161.50
139.00

140.00
160.50
136.00

129.50- 156.00
141.00- 172.50
126.50- 140.00

_
-

80
80

33
33

72
20
52

17
8
9

25
13
12

20
7
13

10
6
4

1
1
—

1

“

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

16
16

41
5
36

44
7
37

46
27
19

48
16
32

29
16
13
1

64
16
48
13

35
4
31
14

23
10
13
9

4
2
2
2

1

1

1

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

24
“
24
24

1

1

-

-

-

-

-

-

24
3
21

42
22
20
4

39
18
21
3

28
15
13
7

11
3
8
3

6
4
2
2

4
2
2
2

15
4

9

12

1

9

1

2

-

11

6

10

-

3

-

-

-

-

2

■

Messengers............................
Manufacturing...................
Nonmanufacturing............
Public utilities................

377
104
273
65

38.5
39.5
38.5
39.0

180.00
175.50
181.50
245.00

166.50 148.50165.50 157.00167.00 144.00230.00 203.50-

195.00
186.00
203.50
298.00

_
-

Switchboard operators...........
Manufacturing...................
Nonmanufacturing............
Public utilities................

294

212.50
245.00
199.00
292.50

195.00 156.00221.00 195.00176.00 148.50313.00 234.50-

237.50
275.50
224.00
333.00

_

208
51

39.5
39.5
39.0
40.0

606
300
306

39.0
39.5
38.5

186.50
191.50
181.00

184.00
195.00
177.00

172.00- 207.00
172.50- 213.00
167.50- 201.00

29
28
1

47
47

26
20
6

_

102
25
77

144
80
64

123
81
42

53
26
27

20
16
4

11
6
5

*

t
"

1

-

1

-

-

-

-

48
16
32

-

-

1 157

237.00
232.50
240.00

229.50 198.00- 260.00
222.50 200.00- 244.50
230.00 197.00- 271.50

_
_
-

_
_
-

5
5

7
7

1
1

33
21
12

64
27
37

189
61
128

199
105
94

161
94
67

205
62
143

78
45
33

35
6
29

109
7
102

12
4
8

8
4

28

13

8

1

1

695

39.5
39.5
40.0

299
136
163

39.5
39.5
40.0

263.50
246.50
278.00

250.00 239.50- 312.00
234.00 208.50- 267.50
260.00 250.00- 312.00

_

_

_

_

-

-

13
13

35
35

27
27

104
25
79

24
12
12

9
5
4

69
5
64

3

4
4

4

-

6

1

_
”

-

176
48
128

164
70
94

134
67
67

101
37
64

54
33
21

26
1
25

40
2
38

9

651
296
355
42

375
159
216
19

278
161
117
17

141
76
65
11

128
88
40
19

180
46
134
118

39
36
3

32
14
18

26
12
14

Switchboard operatorreceptionists........................
Manufacturing...................
Nonmanufacturing............
Order clerks...........................
Manufacturing..................
Nonmanufacturing...........
Order clerks, class A..........
Manufacturing..................
Nonmanufacturing............
Order clerks, class B..........
Manufacturing..................
Nonmanufacturing............
Accounting clerks..................
Manufacturing..................
Nonmanufacturing............
Public utilities...............
Accounting clerks, class A.
Manufacturing..................
Nonmanufacturing...........
Accounting clerks, class B.
Manufacturing...................
Nonmanufacturing............

.
.

858
.

.
.

2,627
559

39.0
39.5
39.0
40.0

228.00
226.50
228.50
220.00
224.50
217.50
306.00

217.00
219.00
215.00

190.00- 243.50
190.00- 241.50
190.00- 254.50

200.00 176.50209.00 187.50196.00 170.00324.50 286.00-

246.50
250.50
246.00
335.50

.
.
.

396
204
192

39.0
39.0
39.E

290.00
281.50
299.50

284.50 231.00- 330.50
255.50 231.00- 321.50
307.00 239.00- 345.50

.

559
677

39.C
39.E
38.E

238.50
233.00
243.50

226.50
225.00
229.00

39.C
39.C
39.C
40.C

199.50
205.00
196.5C
297.5C

190.00
197.0C
187.5C
315.5C

Accounting clerks, class C
Manufacturing.................
..
Nonmanufactunng...........
.
Public utilities.............. .
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532

39.5
39.5
40.0

1,194
126

-

3
3

16
16

35
35

13
13

-

“

.

.

_
-

_
-

_
"

16
_
16

:
5
5
58
32
26

-

-

200.00- 270.00
198.00- 260.00
202.00- 298.50

_

_

173.00184.00170.00245.50-

—

208.00
213.50
204.00
315.50

24
24

-

1

-

:
7
7

-

-

-

1
1

33
21
12

64
27
37

179
16
163

177
19
158

-

-

320
94
226

420
142
278
9

813
320
493
32

4

8

4

8

14
12
2

39
20
19

54
37
17

-

4
"

24

13

2

-

1

238
33
205
176

78
26
52
43

55

20

29

6

17

47
37

18

18

36
21
15

61
20
41

17
7
10

22
2
20

5
2
3

20
2
18

5
5

14
14

8

18
18

29
16
13

38
23
15

83
53
30

110
34
76

255
123
132

204
89
115

150
63
87

54
30
24

68
52
16

36
18
18

149
10

24
15

7
5

56
1
55

80

202
57
145

229
54
175
1

600
241
359
6

308
14S
159

108
29
79
14

71
48
23
7

36
18
18
3

31
24
7
5

62
7
55
55

5
3
2
2

9

8

12

5

7

12

1
45
32
13

-

4

8C

-

4

-

-

6

3

3

-

Table A-1. Weekly earnings of office workers In Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980 —Continued

Occupation and industry
division

Average
Number weekly
of
hours'
workers (stand­
ard)

Weekly earnings
(in dollars)'

Mean2

Median2

Number of workers receiving straight-time weekly earnings (in dollars) of —

Middle range2

Accounting clerks, class D...........
Manufacturing.............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

682
118
564
188

39.5
39.5
39.5
40.0

202.50
200.00
203.00
289.00

174.00 150.00184.00 172.50170.00 150.00307.00 211.50-

Payroll clerks.................................
Manufacturing.............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

710
363
347
67

39.5
39.0
39.5
40.0

227.50
240.00
214.50
267.50

215.00 190.00- 247.50
221.00 200.00- 263.00
195.50 177.00- 240.00
254.00 238.50- 324.50

Key entry operators.........................
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

1,742
863
879
164

39.0
39.0
39.0
40.0

215.00
223.00
207.00
276.50

200.50 177.00205.00 184.00197.00 167.00299.00 220.00-

238.50
242.00
230.00
320.00

Key entry operators, class A........
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

883
522
361
79

39.5
39.5
39.5
39.5

232.50
233.00
232.50
313.50

213.00 190.00213.00 186.00209.50 194.50318.00 299.00-

262.00
256.00
268.50
325.00

Key entry operators, class B........
Manufacturing..........................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities.........................
* Workers were distributed as follows:
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859
39.0
197.00
341
38.5
208.50
518
39.0
189.50
85
40.0 242.50
37 at $440.00 to $460.00; 4

212.00
236.00
211.50
344.50

110
and
under
120

120

130

140

150

160

170

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

420

130

140

150

160

170

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

420

440

16

12

103

16

12

103

1

8

1

8

1

51

39

1

51

39

_
_

-

_

-

-

_
_

1
1
-

-

-

189.00 160.00- 220.00
1
50
39
200.50 177.00- 225.00
177.00 150.00- 220.00
1
_
50
39
220.00 211.50- 297.00
_
_
at $460.00 to $480.00; and 31 at $480.00 to $500.00.

70
70
~

76
14
62
-

100
35
65
8

89
33
56
20

49
4
45
25

9
4
5
5

18
14
4
4

19
14
5
5

3

46

33

_

_

_

_

46
46

23
23

28
28

18
18

3
3

3
3
~

62
14
48
6

55
19
36
-

139
56
83
-

106
85
21
6

130
74
56
10

53
19
34
17

36
20
16
1

39
24
15
2

21
15
6
5

19
6
13
13

5
1
4
4

14
12
2
2

5
5

115
42
73
“

132
62
70
~

167
92
75
3

352
186
166
16

263
147
116
15

195
91
104
24

124
78
46
12

63
31
32
4

70
47
23
11

49
8
41
37

44
16
28
28

12
9
3
3

25
23
2
2

4
4
~

57
42
15
“

71
52
19
"

217
120
97
“

144
73
71
3

81
50
31
2

80
57
23
4

40
24
16
2

59
37
22
10

31
8
23
19

39
12
27
27

10
7
3
3

9
9

111
42
69

75
20
55

96
40
56
3

135
66
69
16

119
74
45
12

114
41
73
22

44
21
23
8

23
7
16
2

11
10
1
1

18

5
4
1
1

2
2

_

5

_

18
18

23

28

-

18

440
and
over

3

-

-

-

5
4
1
1

3
3

6
6

-

-

26
17
9
9

4
4

7
7

3
3

-

-

-

4
4

7
7

3
3

-

26
17
9
9

-

-

-

16
14
2
2

-

-

-

-

-

Table A-2. Weekly earnings of professional and technical workers In Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980

Occupation and industry
division

Computer systems analysts
(business).........................
Manufacturing................
Nonmanufacturing.........

Number
of
workers

hours1
(standard)

Number of workers receiving straight-time weekly earnings (in dollars) of

Weekly earnings
(in dollars)1

Average

Mean*

Median*

Middle range*

981
433
548

39.0
39.0
38.5

461.00
478.00
447.50

460.00 384.00- 532.50
475.00 422.00- 539.50
441.50 365.00- 527.00

364
154

39.0
39.5
38.0

519.50
521.50
517.00

Computer systems analysts
(business), class B...........
Manufacturing....................
Nonmanufacturing............ .

414
183
231

39.0
39.0
39.0

Computer systems analysts
(business), class C...........
Nonmanufacturing.............

203
163

140
and
under
160

220

200

180

16

2
2

.

-

“

-

-

509.00 456.00- 575.50
526.00 454.00- 566.00
500.00 467.00- 590.50

_

_

_

_

-

-

-

-

-

-

450.00
443.00
455.50

447.00 375.50- 518.00
460.00 386.00- 494.50
446.00 373.00- 561.00

_

_

_

_

-

-

“

-

-

-

38.0
38.0

377.00
369.50

364.50 310.50- 431.50
357.00 307.00- 426.50

_

_

_

-

-

1,124
545
579

39.0
39.5
39.0

373.50
379.00
369.00

367.50 315.50- 425.50
369.00 333.50- 425.00
359.50 290.00- 429.50

_

-

-

-

340
139

39.0
39.5
38.5

427.50
431.50
421.50

421.00 375.50- 460.50
426.50 388.00- 466.00
406.00 369.00- 454.50

Computer programmers
(business), class B....
Manufacturing.............
Nonmanufacturing.......

541
239
302

39.5
39.5
39.0

369.50
350.00
384.50

364.00 314.00- 412.00
339.50 314.00- 382.50
384.50 313.00- 492.50

Computer programmers
(business), class C....
Manufacturing.............
Nonmanufacturing.......

243
105
138

39.0
39.5
38.5

308.50
344.00
282.00

314.50 263.00- 335.50
335.50 315.00- 365.50
286.00 255.00- 315.50

Computer operators.................
Manufacturing.....................
Nonmanufacturing...............
Public utilities..................

939
381
558
26

39.0
39.5
39.0
39.0

275.00
293.00
262.50
322.50

260.00
258.50
260.00
330.00

Computer operators, class A
Manufacturing.....................
Nonmanufacturing..............

302
115
187

39.0
39.5
38.5

314.00
323.00
308.00

308.00 269.00- 355.00
308.00 269.00- 372.00
305.00 269.00- 333.00

Computer systems analysts
(business), class A..........
Manufacturing...................
Nonmanufacturing............

Computer programmers (business)..
Manufacturing.............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Computer programmers
(business), class A....
Manufacturing.............
Nonmanufacturing.......

210

201

224.00231.00216.50280.00-

315.50
341.00
302.50
338.50

-

66
27
39

76
24
52

101
40
61

180
107
73

124
61
63

104
70
34

103
33
70

46
17
29

19
11
8

6
5
1

4
4

2
2
-

3
2
1

15
2
13

24
12
12

75
55
20

71
20
51

59
52
7

42
30
12

44
15
29

19
11
8

6
5
1

9
5
4

12
5
7

30
9
21

49
22
27

40
14
26

46
22
24

71
44
27

50
40
10

40
17
23

61
3
58

-

-

-

2
■

-

-

-

34
29

14
11

21
13

31
25

34
26

3
2

5
4

_

3
2
1

31
4
27

48
11
37

82
17
65

46
25
21

83
34
49

140
96
44

92
49
43

105
65
40

81
54
27

161
73
88

103
73
30

98
26
72

26
10
16

15
1
14

7
5
2

“

“

-

3
3

_

_

_

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

23
9
14

24
17
7

34
17
17

25
22
3

77
41
36

88
62
26

25
17
8

11
9
2

15
1
14

7
5
2

-

-

_

_

-

-

_

-

4

-

7
1
6

4

-

3
3

3
2
1

9
4
5

27
8
19

44
11
33

27
19
8

34
19
15

64
57
7

48
17
31

59
37
22

54
30
24

69
17
52

12
8
4

73
9
64

15
1
14

“

“

-

-

“

“

-

_

_

_

-

-

~

-

-

22
22

21
3
18

34
6
28

19
6
13

42
14
28

53
30
23

20
15
5

12
11
1

2
2
“

15
15
-

3
3
~

“

“
'

"
'

2

108
46
62

131
30
101
6

58
29
29
3

70
18
52
-

42
16
26
10

49
16
33
2

21
14
7
1

27
20
7
3

24
24
“

1
1

“

147
76
71
-

5
5
-

“

99
46
53
1

33
7
26

-

85
21
64
”

10
10

2

27
2
25

5
4
1

16
7
9

24
10
14

41
16
25

34
14
20

60
8
52

30
14
16

16

17
14
3

32
6
26

11
5

10
10

16
11
5

10
10

10
2
8

32
1C
22

4

1
1

15
15

-

5
5

—

193
73

217.00
230.00
209.50

214.00
232.50
189.00

184.00- 241.5C
199.00- 253.5C
180.00- 225.0C

2

120

39.0
39.5
38.5

54

38.5

224.0C

225.0C

188.00- 252.5C

2

-

27

-

2

28

40
25
15

54
11
43

60
25
35

99
46
53

75
9

63
21
42

26
6
20

23
14
9

24
20
4

15

2

1C

2

4

14

18
3C
3C

14
1C

73
68
5

8€
8C

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16
50

6
6

Computer operators, class C
Manufacturing.....................
Nonmanufacturing..............

268.50- 369.5C
261.00- 377.5C
302.00- 363.0C

22
9
13

26
22

-

319.5C
307.0C
329.0C

680
and
over

9
7

252.50 225.00- 288.50
253.50 231.00- 353.00
250.00 220.00- 274.00

321.0C
317.5C
333.0C

600

680

16
16

273.50
299.00
254.50

39. 5
39. 0
40. 0

-

640

640

-

39.0
39.5
39.0

1,480
1,158
322

-

6
2
4

600

2
2

444
193
251

Drafters......................
Manufacturing......
Nonmanufacturing

'

16

35
9
26

560

560

“

Computer operators, class B
Manufacturing.....................
Nonmanufacturing..............

Computer data librarians

-

15
4
11

520

480

440

400

380

360

340

320

300

280

260

240

520

480

440

400

380

360

340

320

300

280

260

240

220

200

180

160

6

126
98
28

66

6

10

~

“

5
5

10
10

1
1

-

-

_
1

“

-

-

6

13
13

-

-

-

14£
128
21

132
121
11

138
82
5C

187
94

9C

117
10C
17

118
8C
38

102
100
2

112
88
24

57
37
20

42
38

J

-

Table A-2. Weekly earnings of professional and technical workers In Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980 —Continued
Weekly e irnings
(in doll ars)'

Average
Occupation and industry
division

hours1
ers
ard)

Number of workers receiving straight-time weekly earnings (in dollars) of
140

Mean*

Median*

Drafters, class A......
Manufacturing........
Nonmanufacturing..

419
351
68

39.5
39.0
40.0

388.00
387.00
393.00

379.50 345.50- 421.00
380.00 345.00- 420.00
371.50 366.50- 432.00

Drafters, class B......
Manufacturing........
Nonmanufacturing..

597
395
202

39.0
39.0
40.0

326.50
324.50
330.00

322.00 293.50- 346.50
316.50 279.00- 360.00
327.00 305.00- 333.50

Drafters, class C..
Manufacturing....

342
300

39.5
39.5

268.00
268.00

Drafters, class D..
Manufacturing....

91
81

39.5
39.5

826

Electronics technicians, class A.
Manufacturing...........................
Registered industrial nurses.........
Manufacturing..........................
See footnotes at end of tables.

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160

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

440

480

520

560

600

640

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

440

480

520

560

600

640

680

Middle range*
160

22
22
-

3
3
-

34
34
-

75
65
10 <

84
55
29

52
51
1

76
64
12

28
16
12

38
38

-

4
2
2

15
15
-

6
3
3

105
89
16

47
37
10

107
63
44

147
59
88

35
28
7

27
23
4

47
46
1

22
10
12

28
20
8

4

22
21

31
31

120
95

39
37

60
59

21
16

6
1

6
6

4
2

3
3

14
14

1
1

1
1

57
57

27
22

1

4

-

1
1

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

1

3

71

200

149

77

78

55

65

34

22

30

7

6

21

_

_

_

-

-

12
12

31
19

27
11

28
8

10
2

10
2

28
20

7
2

6

-

1
1

5

-

_
-

_

_

_

_

-

-

-

-

2
1

8
7

35
22

15
15

13
13

27
19

19
15

8
4

19
17

13
13

13
13

_

_

_

_

-

-

-

-

_
-

_

253.50 241.50- 287.00
255.50 241.50- 286.50

_

221.50
216.00

210.00 209.50- 230.00
210.00 209.50- 230.00

_

39.5

301.50

271.50 253.00- 337.50

172
84

39.0
40.0

372.50
366.00

346.00 318.50- 411.00
336.00 304.50- 411.00

172
139

40.0
40.0

360.00
367.50

353.50 295.00- 409.50
353.50 310.50- 412.50

.
_

-

_
_
-

-

_
-

7
2
5

2
2

13
12

-

.
-

-

-

_

_

_

-

-

-

7

680
and
over

3
1
2

-

-

-

-

4

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

_

7

_

_

_

-

-

-

_

_

_

-

7

_

_

Table A-3. Average weekly earnings of office, professional, and technical workers, by sex, In Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980

Sex,1 occupation, and industry division

Number
of
workers

Weekly
hours1
(stand­
ard)

T

167

38.0
38.0

178.00
175.50

375

40.0
40.0

260.50
254.50

172

40.0

280.50

252
228
Accounting clerks:
Accounting clerks, class A....................................

Sex,1 occupation, and industry division

Weekly
earnings
(in dollars)1

Office occupations -

40.0
40.0

■ 1

Nonmanufacturing...............................................

Manufacturing......................................................
Nonmanufacturing...............................................

Stenographers:
Stenographers, senior:
Stenographers, general........................................

Manufacturing.....................................................
Nonmanufacturing..............................................
Typists:
Manufacturing.....................................................
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Number
of
workers

Weekly
hours1
(stand­
ard)

Weekly
earnings
(in dollars)1

201

39.5

205.50

268

39.5

197.00

803
139
664

38.0
39.0
37.5

163.50
170.50
162.00

79
57

36.5
36.0

187.50
185.00

467
63
404

37.5
39.5
37.0

170.50
171.00
170.50

257
54
203

39.5
39.0
39.5

143.50
160.00
139.00

1 , A

Typists, class B:
Manufacturing......................................................
Manufacturing......................................................

246.50
238.50

86

39.5

294.00

78

40.0

313.00

4,703
2,492
2,211
466

39.0

265.50

Messengers...............................................................

184
82

39.0
39.5

167.00
171.00

38.5
38.5

260.50
343.50

Switchboard operators.............................................

303
173
130

38.5
39.0
37.5

340.00
325.00
360.00

270
84
186

39.0
39.5
39.0

208.00
241.00
193.00

414
452

39.0
39.5
38.5

307.50
286.50

Nonmanufacturing................................................

606
300
306

39.0
39.5
38.5

186.50
191.50
181.00

1,646
995
651
76

39.0
39.0
39.0
39.5

262.50
269.00
252.50
300.50

Manufacturing......................................................
Nonmanufacturing................................................

703
413
290

39.5
39.5
40.0

220.50
223.50
215.50

1,391
750
641
95

39.0
39.0
39.0
39.0

233.50
242.00
224.00
262.00

371
160
211

38.5
39.5
38.0

218.00
249.50
194.00

303

39.5

254.50

170

39.5

263.50

221
133

39.5
39.5

263.50
243.00

61
224

39.0
38.0
39.0

175.50
192.00
171.00

Office occupations Cjuimlaiin
Manufacturing......................................................

469

39.5

200.50

AV€ rage
(m
aan2)

Average
(mean2)

Average
(mean1)

Nonmanufacturing................................................
Switchboard operator-

Order clerks, class A.............................................

127
111

39.5
39.5

240.50
237.00

Order clerks, class B.............................................
Manufacturing.......................................................

576
302
274

39.5
39.5
40.0

216.00
219.00
212.50

3,661
1,457
2,204

39.0
39.5
39.0

211.50
219.50
206.00

314
163
151
32

39.0
39.0
39.0
39.5

282.50
272.00
294.00
353.00

1,048
525

39.0
39.5

225.50
226.50

1,742
657
1,085

39.0
39.0
39.0

195.50
204.00
190.50

557
112

39.5
39.5

193.00
198.00

Accounting clerks, class C...................................
Manufacturing......................................................

Manufacturing.....................................................

8

of
workers

Weekly
hours1
(stand­
ard)

Weekly
earnings
(in dollars)1

670
352
318

39.0
39.0
39.5

222.00
235.50
207.00

1,673
851
822

39.0
39.0
39.0

213.50
221.00
206.00

859
510
349
77

39.5
39.5
39.5
39.5

231.00
230.00
233.00
313.00

814
341
473

39.0
38.5
39.0

195.50
208.50
186.00

721
364

38.5
39.0

451.00
487.00

287
189

39.0
39.5

515.50
529.00

152

39.0

447.00

166
143

38.0
38.0

380.00
376.50

387

39.5

381.00

246
156
90

39.0
39.5
38.0

420.00
429.00
404.00

171

39.5

347.00

120
60
60

39.5
40.0
39.0

327.00
355.00
299.50

608
256
352

39.0
39.5
38.5

283.50
305.50
267.50

Manufacturing.....................................................
Nonmanufacturing..............................................

91
153

39.5
38.5

317 00
322.00
314.00

Computer operators, class B...............................
Manufacturing......................................-.............
Nonmanufacturing..............................................

247
119
128

39.0
39.5
39.0

282.50
324.00
244.50

Sex,1 occupation, and industry division

Key entry operators..................................................
Manufacturing......................................................

Key entry operators, class B................................

Professional and technical
occupations - men
Computer systems analysts

Computer systems analysts

Computer systems analysts
(business), class B:
Computer systems analysts

Computer programmers (business):
Computer programmers
(business), class A............................................

Computer programmers
(business), class B:
Computer programmers

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Av erage
(nr ean2)
Sex,* occupation, and industry division

Computer operators, class C................................
Nonmanufacturing.................................

Manufacturing............................
Drafters, class B..................................
Manufacturing.........................................
Drafters, class C..............................
Manufacturing................................................

of
workers

Weekly
hours'
(stand­
ard)

Weekly
earnings
(in dollars)'

117
71

39.0
39.0

216.00
210.00

1,312
1,061
251

39.5
39.0
40.0

316.50
312.00
335.00

388
322
66

39.5
39.0

380.50
377.50

499
358

39.0
38.5

321.50
318.00

315
276

39 5
39.5

268.00

Average
(mean*)
Sex,* occupation, and industry division

Electronics technicians, class A...........................
Manufacturing.....................................................

Number
of
workers

Weekly
hours'
(stand­
ard)

Weekly
earnings
(in dollars)'

808

39.5

302.00

169
82

39.0
40.0

373.00
367.00

Average
(mean2)
Sex,3 occupation, and industry division

Computer systems analysts
(business):
Manufacturing.................................................

Nonmanufacturing......................................
Computer operators...............................................

Computer operators, class A........................
69

39.0

430.00

154

39.5

370.00

Computer programmers (business):
Computer programmers

Manufacturing......................................................


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74

39.5
39.5

216.50
216.00

Manufacturing.....................................................

9

Registered industrial nurses.....................................
68

39.5

358.00

Weekly
Weekly
hours'
earnings
(stand­
(in dollars)1
ard)

Computer programmers

Nonmanufacturing.......................

occupations - women

Number
of
workers

123
78

38.5
38.0

325
119
206

39.0
39.0

259.00
254.00

55

39.5

291.00

194
71
123

39.5
39.5
39.0

260.00
252.50
264.50

76

38.5

165
-----139—j

40.0

268.50

359.50

Table A-4. Hourly earnings of maintenance, toolroom, and powerplant workers In Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980
Number of workers receiving straight-time hourly earnings (in dollars) of —

Hourly earnings
(in dollars)4
Occupation and industry
division

of
orkers

Mean*

Median*

Middle
range*

5.80
Under and
5.80 under
6.00

Maintenance carpenters...
Manufacturing............
Nonmanufacturing.....

219
157
62

10.45
10.12
11.29

10.64 8.56-12.15
10.64 8.30-11.58
9.53 8.56-13.95

Maintenance electricians...
Manufacturing.............

1,532
1,402

10.88
10.87

11.25 9.10-12.57
11.68 8.67-12.57

_

Maintenance painters..
Manufacturing........

127
88

10.79
10.90

10.54 9.69-12.12
11.05 9.69-12.12

_

Maintenance machinists..
Manufacturing............

392
382

9.89
9.92

9.61 8.90-10.88
9.61 8.90-10.88

_

Maintenance mechanics
(machinery)................. .
Manufacturing............

2,037
1,873

10.95
10.95

11.44 9.05-12.45
11.9/ 8.65-12.45

_

Maintenance mechanics
(motor vehicles)...........
Manufacturing............
Nonmanufacturing......
Public utilities.........

1,207
450
757
338

9.95
9.63
10.14
11.10

10.30
8.60
10.30
11.58

8.53-11.66
7.55-12.21
9.80-11.30
10.64-11.66

_

Maintenance pipefitters..
Manufacturing..........

498
498

11.35
11.35

12.17 10.92-12.21
12.17 10.92-12.21

_

Maintenance sheet-metal workers..
Manufacturing............................

167
117

10.87
12.01

12.17 8.20-12.21
12.21 12.17-12.21

_

Millwrights.............
Manufacturing..

717
717

11.52
11.52

12.21 11.97-12.21
12.21 11.97-12.21

-

Maintenance trades helpers..
Manufacturing..................

206
180

8.39
8.63

8.44 7.30- 9.69
8.44 7.30-10.41

13
9

Machine-tool operators (toolroom)..
Manufacturing...........................

666
666

10.62
10.62

11.08 8.98-12.27
11.08 8.98-12.27

_

Tool and die makers..
Manufacturing......

1,718
1,718

10.66
10.66

10.99 9.28-12.45
10.99 9.28-12.45

Stationary engineers..
Manufacturing......

137
112

11.22
11.66

11.45 10.20-12.27
12.17 10.96-12.33

10.18
10.24

10.38 9.06-12.32
10.38 | 9.41-12.32

Boiler tenders................................
Manufacturing.....................
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105
103

6.00
6.20

6.20

6.40

6.40
6.60

6.60
7.00

7.40

7.00

7.80

7.40

7.80
8.20

9.00

8.60

9.00
9.40

"
150
150

9.40

9.80

9.80

10.20

11.40

10.60

11.00

10.60

11.00

11.40 12.20 13.00 13.80 14.60 15.40
27
25

20

2

2

133
131

504
504

13
3

21

10

149
149

99
99

9
5

13
12

43
43

12
12

108
106

16
16

143
51

31

103
8

-

-

599
599

1

223
71
152
150

145
117
28
28

13
13

160
160

183
183

164
2
162

122
5
117

67
67

3
3

50

-

18

244
244

168
37

184
184

111

13.00 13.80 14.60 15.40
and
over

12.20

10.20

20

41

_
-

-

8.60

8.20

181
181

-

382
382

248
248

_
194
194

-

_
_

10

162
162

206
206

142
142

124
124

599
599

121
121

Table A-5. Hourly earnings of material movement and custodial workers in Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980
Hourly earnings
(in dollars)4
Occupation and industry
division

Truckdrivers, light truck...............

of
workers

Mean*

Median*

Middle
range*

2,454
965
1,489
948

9.75
8.74
10.41
11.34

105
78

6.82
6.56

6.93 4.70- 8.77
6.56 4.70- 8.77

1,009
538

9.82
9.09

9.69 7.89-11.58
8.07 7.41-10.58

197
151

7.77
7.38

9.04 5.50- 9.85
6.95 5.00- 9.85

937
231
706

10.15
8.93
10.55

10.23 9.03-11.58
9.03 7.53- 9.48
11.58 9.35-11.58

330
269
61

7.59
7.83
6.53

7.69 6.73- 8.16
8.15 7.46- 8.16
6.05 5.85- 7.05

9.69
8.07
11.58
11.58

242
161

7.13 6.48- 8.61
7.60 6.69- 8.93
6.80 5.85- 7.69

352
247
105

7.42
7.22
7.88

7.39 6.65- 8.69
7.36 7.03- 7.74
8.69 6.38- 8.69

7.00
6.93
7.04
9.65

1,313
400
913

7.38
7.48
7.34

6.80
6.61
6.80
10.26

3.00
and
under
3.20

3.20

3.40

3.60

3.80

4.00

4.40

4.80

5.20

5.60

6.00

6.40

6.80

7.20

7.60

8.00

8.80

9.60

10.40 11.20

3.40

3.60

3.80

4.00

4.40

4.80

5.20

5.60

6.00

6.40

6.80

7.20

7.60

8.00

8.80

9.60

10.40

11.20 12.00

8.07-11.58
7.21-10.10
9.35-11.58
11.58-11.58

7.49
7.83
6.98

2,036
766
1,270
50

Number of workers receiving straight-time hourly earnings (in dollars) of —

6
6

6

6.69 6.16- 8.24
6.60 6.04- 8.24
6.70 6.16- 8.80

2,213
996
1,217

8.05
8 43
7.74

8.39 6.25-10.16
9.17 6.50-10.16
6.85 5.65- 8.67

2,259
1,858
401

8.42
8.32
8.86

8 74 6.53-10.29
7.87 6.47-10.34
8.85 8.74- 8.85

27
27

~

18
18

8

28
28

14
14

18
14

“

10
8
2
“

13
8
5
5

38
35
3
1

50
48
2
■

255
252
, 3
“

68
25
43
43

274
90
184
-

291
112
179
35

270
101
169
1

71
71
-

866
41
825
825

94
56
38
38

14
14
-

33
33
-

“

2

6
”

8
2

5
2

3
3

2
2

28
20

13
11

-

2
-

-

y
-

-

-

13
13

“

3
~

19
18

18
18

175
175

26
15

137
72

59
33

112
47

35
35

314
14

56
56

14
14

28
28

14
14

6

2
“

9
9

6
6

9
9

6
6

-

36
1

61
52

5
5

1
1

-

-

-

2

2
2
“

2
2
“

12
12
-

68
68
“

4
4

109
10
99

183
76
107

97
2
95

20
20
-

431
26
405

-

-

5
5
-

53
28
25

3
2
1

12
12
-

22
6
16

14
14
-

51
39
12

110
110
-

10
8
2

14
14
-

22
22
-

-

-

-

.
-

-

-

15
13

45
22
23

16
12
4

19
14
5

96
36
60

16
16
-

29
17
12

43
43
“

26
24
2

37
13
24

38
32
6

-

-

-

-

10
6

13
13
“

14

25
16
9

40
40
“

60
60
“

60
60
-

48
6
42

1
1

15
15
-

26
5
21

-

-

-

-

12

-

-

-

91
78
13
“

207
194
13
-

75
36
39
“

147
126
21
-

359,
38
321
“

79
77
2

375
67
308
-

101
6
95
3

210
36
174
20

107
68
39
27

15
15
-

-

-

-

_
-

24
24

9
9
-

527
54
473

49
9
40

27
18
9

3
3
-

76
16
60

88
87
1

335
7
328

107
107
-

-

-

-

-

“
”

1
6

15

1

1

15

2
2

24
16
8
17

4

6.70 6.06- 9.01
8.32 6.04- 9.79
6.36 6.20- 9.01

7.16
7.18
7.13

24
16
8

“

5.90- 7.85
5.90- 7.55
6.77- 7.85
8.98-10.28

1,099
760
339

46
28
18
"

90
90

40
6
34

119
19
100

24
22

34
34

6

8
8

2

8
7

14

6

10

13

14

6

8

15

12.00 12.80 13.60
and
12.80 13.60 over

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

16
16

29
25

107
107

143
59
84

330
262
68

28
24
4

24
24
“

48
48

113
113
-

120
16
104

89
89
-

15
15
-

-

-

-

-

-

-

20
12
8

11
6

269
12
257

354
180
174

154
126
28

147
14
133

23
19
4

25
16
9

385
87
298

96
90
6

407
407
-

15
15
-

240
240

-

-

-

70

72
72
-

570
538
32

169
169
”

65
61
4

33
33
-

157
30
127

383
197
186

413
413
-

256
256
-

61
13
48

-

10
10

-

13
"

52
52

12
12

“

15
“

-

6
6

98
98

12
12

7
7

67
31
36

42
26
16

57
44
13

30
25
5

61
58

72
63
9

70
70
-

76
76

154
154

“

-

-

-

-

1
1

5
5

2
2

-

-

-

-

-

-

_

-

-

-

Power-truck operators
223
195

9.00
9.27

10.29 6.57-10.30
10.29 6.57-10.30

3,247
722
2,525

4.64
8.03
3.66

3.50 3.20- 5.30
8.15 6.05-10.05
3.30 3.20- 3.80

398

942

380

159

76

396

942

380

157

74

228
12
216

178
6
172

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12
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117
51
66

93
88

3

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Hourly earnings
(in dollars)4
Occupation and industry
division

Number
of
workers

Mean2

Median2

Middle
range2

Number of workers receiving straight-time hourly earnings (in dollars) of —
3.00
and
under
3.20

3.80

4.00

4.40

4.80

5.20

5.60

6.00

6.40

6.80

7.20

7.60

8.00

8.80

9.60

3.40

3.60

3.80

4.00

4.40

4.80

5.20

5.60

6.00

6.40

6.80

7.20

7.60

8.00

8.80

9.60

10.40 11.20 12.00

20

25
_
25

89
84
5

30

20

_

_

30

34

16

13

-

-

-

34

16

13

11
6
5

13
10
3

26
24
2

18
18
-

73
73
-

-

-

-

-

-

“

“

”

■

48
48
~

46
39
7

52
52
"

3
3
“

154
154
“

-

-

-

-

55
46
9

374
259
115

211
202
9

291
291
-

33
20
13

1
1

-

-

-

-

63

16

942

379

391

379

60
2
58

191
12
179

148
6
142

27
12
15

92
51
41

4
4
-

33
31
2

26
26
“

44
44
“

19
19

942

96
2
94

60
28
32

110
6
104

432
24
408

103

66

_

_

103

66

400
76
324

252
93
159

2996
30
2966

121
57
64

89
57
32

240
115
125

168
75
93

47
39
8

53
34
19

6.19
7.87
4.88

5.61 4.46- 7.81
8.38 5.61-10.02
4.50 3.78- 6.03

5
5

Guards, class B...................
Manufacturing....................
Nonmanufacturing.............

2,757
507
2,250

4.36
8.10
3.52

3.45 3.20- 4.40
7.77 6.50-10.40
3.30 3.20- 3.58

393

6,102
1,453
4,649

5.55
7.53
4.94

5.06 5.06- 5.75
8.04 5.98- 9.54
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1

490
215
275

Janitors, porters, and cleaners
Manufacturing....................
Nonmanufacturing.............
See footnotes at end of tables.

3.40

37
_
37

Guards, class A....................
Manufacturing.....................
Nonmanufacturing............. .

1

63

16
_

2

I

12

12.80 13.60
and
12.80 13.60 over

10.40 11.20 12.00

3.20

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Sex,3 occupation, and industry division

Number
of
workers

Average
(mean2)
hourly
earnings
(in dollars)'

Maintenance, toolroom, and
powerplant occupations - men

Sex,3 occupation, and industry division

Number
of
workers

Average
(mean2)
hourly
earnings
(in dollars)4

Material movement and custodial
occupations - men

Maintenance carpenters..
Manufacturing.............
Nonmanufacturing......

216
157
59

10.47
10.12
11.40

Maintenance electricians..
Manufacturing..............

1,501
1,371

10.86
10.85

Maintenance painters..
Manufacturing........

123
86

10.78
10.92

Maintenance machinists...
Manufacturing............

392
382

9.89
9.92

Truckdrivers.................
Manufacturing........
Nonmanufacturing..
Public utilities......

2,420
960
1,460
923

9.73
8.73
10.39
11.33

Truckdrivers, light truck..
Nonmanufacturing........

102
75

6.81
6.54

Truckdrivers, medium truck..
Manufacturing.....................

979
534

9.77
9.08

Truckdrivers, heavy truck..
Manufacturing..................

197
151

7.77
7.38

Truckdrivers, tractor-trailer..
Manufacturing...................
Nonmanufacturing.............

937
231
706

10.15
8.93
10.55

Maintenance mechanics
(machinery)..................
Manufacturing............

2,007
1,843

10.94
10.94

Maintenance mechanics
(motor vehicles)............
Manufacturing............
Nonmanufacturing......
Public utilities..........

1,198
441
757
338

9.94
9.60
10.14
11.10

Shippers................
Manufacturing-

273
216

7.77
8.11

Maintenance pipefitters..
Manufacturing.......... .

495
495

11.34
11.34

Receivers ......................
Manufacturing..........
Nonmanufacturing....

361
224
137

7.48
7.78
6.97

Maintenance sheet-metal workers..
Manufacturing.............................

167
117

10.87
12.01

Millwrights.............
Manufacturing..

696
696

11.52
11.52

Shippers and receivers..
Manufacturing...........
Nonmanufacturing....

319
214
105

7.33
7.06
7.88

Maintenance trades helpers..
Manufacturing..................

205
179

8.38
8.61

Warehousemen...........
Manufacturing........
Nonmanufacturing..
Public utilities.....

Machine-tool operators (toolroom)..
Manufacturing............................

1,766
685
1,081
42

7.06
6.92
7.14
9.65

652
652

10.62
10.62

Order fillers..................
Nonmanufacturing..

Tool and die makers..
Manufacturing.......

1,701
1,701

931
728

7.39
7.27

10.66
10.66

Stationary engineers..
Manufacturing.......

127
106

11.28
11.67

Shipping packers.........
Manufacturing.........
Nonmanufacturing..

727
495
232

7.48
7.52
7.37

Boiler tenders..............................
^^lanirfacturin^^^^™™^^^

103
101

10.18
10.24

2,146
945
1,201

8.05
8.41
7.77

Material handling laborers...
Manufacturing...............
Nonmanufacturing__

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Number
of
workers

Average
(mean2)
hourly
earnings
(in dollars)4

Forklift operators...........................
Manufacturing...................................
Nonmanufacturing..................................

2,144
1,784
360

8.86

Power-truck operators
(other than forklift)..................................
Manufacturing................................

223
195

9.00
9.27

Guards........................................
Manufacturing..............................
Nonmanufacturing.............................

2,908
676
2,232

4.67
7.92
3.68

Guards, class A..........................
Manufacturing.............................
Nonmanufacturing............................

437
193
244

7.64
4.92

Guards, class B..............................
Manufacturing.................................
Nonmanufacturing................................

2,471
483
1,988

4.41
8.03
3.53

Janitors, porters, and cleaners..................
Manufacturing...........................
Nonmanufacturing.........................

3,052
1,930

5.97
7.80
4.91

53
53

6.68
6.68

Warehousemen.......................
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing...........................

269
81
188

6.65
7.00
6.50

Shipping packers............................
Manufacturing......................
Nonmanufacturing................

364
257
107

6.48
6.43
6.60

Guards..............................
Nonmanufacturing......................

320
292

4.03
3.50

286
262

3.90
3.39

2,896
279
2,617

5.02
6.13
4.90

1,122

8.36
8.26

6.12

Material movement and custodial
occupations - women
Shippers..........................
Manufacturing..............................

Guards, class B........................
Nonmanufacturing.........................
Janitors, porters, and cleaners........
Manufacturing...........................

Table A-7. Indexes of earnings and percent Increases for selected occupational groups, Cleveland, Ohio, selected periods

Period*

Office
clerical

Electronic
data
processing

Industrial
nurses

Nonmanufacturing

Manufacturing

All industries
Skilled
mainte­
nance

Unskilled
plant

Office
clerical

Electronic
data
processing

Industrial
nurses

Skilled
mainte­
nance

Unskilled
plant

Office
clerical

Electronic
data
processing

119.2
133.7

117.0
131.0

116.0
129.0

119.9
134.5

119.4
133.1

120.5
136.4

116.3
126.4

117.0
128.2

o
«

117.8
131.0

7.5

5.5
8.5
8.3
7.7
7.0
7.8
8.5

C)
8.4
7.8
7.9
6.5
7.1
8.3

7.3
10.7
9.2
8.3

12.0

11.2

7.2
10.5
8.3
6.5
12.8
7.5
11.1
11.5

7.8
10.6
8.6
7.7
10.9
8.5
11.1
13.2

5.6
9.1
7.7
6.6
8.0
7.3
8.4
8.7

0
8.6
8.7
5.8
10.5
7.9
8.4
9.6

<•)
<•)
n
o
c>
o
o
o

6.9
9.5
9.4
6.0
o
8.4
8.7
11.2

Indexes (September 1977 = 100):
119.1
116.5
119.6
116.7
September 1979.................................
132.9
134.2
128.6
128.5
September 1980................................
Percent increases:
7.3
7.5
0
5.6
September 1972 to September 1973
10.2
10.4
8.8
8.7
September 1973 to September 1974
8.1
8.9
8.0
8.4
September 1974 to September 1975
6.8
8.0
6.8
7.1
September 1975 to September 1976
12.1
8.1
8.7
7.5
September 1976 to September 1977
8.2
7.5
7.5
7.6
September 1977 to September 1978
10.8
10.5
8.4
8.5
September 1978 to September 1979
11.6
10.1
12.2
10.4
September 1979 to September 1980
NOTE: A revised description for computer operators, not equivalent to the previous description, is being introduced in this
area in 1980. Therefore, the earnings of computer operators are not used in computing percent increases for the electronic

10.1

8.9
6.9
9.0
8.3
10.1
12.2

8.2
8.0

11.0
12.2

Unskilled
plant

Industrial
nurses

data processing group.
See footnotes at end of tables.

Table A-8. Average pay relationships within establishments for office clerical occupations, Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980
Office clerical occupation being compared

Class A

Class B

Class C

Tran­
scrib­
Typists
ing
ma­
General chine typ­ Class A Class B
ists

Class D

Class E

Senior

100
Secretaries, class A.......................
100
116
Secretaries, class B......................
100
117
134
Secretaries, class C......................
100
115
143
130
Secretaries, class D......................
100
123
115
145
154
Secretaries, class E......................
100
109
112
129
119
147
Stenographers, senior..................
100
115
121
119
140
129
161
Stenographers, general................
100
96
112
123
116
142
151
170
Transcnbing-machine typists........
93
94
106
122
109
147
134
158
Typists, class A.............................
105
105
124
125
137
145
161
176
Typists, class B.............................
111
«
(•>
117
c)
135
134
141
File clerks, class A........................
123
100
124
132
124
150
163
168
File clerks, class B........................
125
126
143
147
150
170
200
216
File clerks, class C........................
120
109
128
124
136
152
166
183
Messengers..................................
107
108
94
108
126
114
157
147
Switchboard operators.................
Switchboard operator 97
130
114
110
111
126
139
155
receptionists...............................
81
78
(*)
C)
91
99
109
Order clerks, class A....................
<•)
93
84
C)
99
131
105
147
Order clerks, class B....................
87
89
95
94
103
112
125
Payroll clerks................................
93
99
101
103
106
118
135
152
Key entry operators, class A.........
103
102
119
115
123
135
153
173
Key entry operators, class B......
NOTE: This matrix table shows the average (mean) relationship ot earnings witnin esiaDiisnmems ueiwccn any inv
occupations compared. Earnings for an occupation in the column heading are expressed as a percent of the earnings for an
occupation in the table stub at the point where the data lines for the two intersect. For example, a value of 122 indicates that
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Secretaries

Occupation which equals 100

Class A

Class B

Switch­
Order clerks
board
Switch­
Messen­ board operator
gers operators -recep­
Class A Class B
Class C
tionists

100
119
98
113
131
115
100

100
<•>
103
122
98
88

100
o
o
115
101

100
118
104
91

100
94
74

100
86

100

106
72
90
86
89
107

96
72
88
83
86
99

84
65
o
79
88
103

86
71
89
73
92
85

80
o
64
72
71
86

91
0
88
80
80
95

107
90
104
93
100
102

earnings for the occupation in the stub.
See appendix A for method of computation.
See footnotes at end of tables.

14

100
71
81
89
93
105

100
129
112
117
127

100
104
106
138

Payroll
clerks

Key entry
operators
Class A

100

104
129

100

119

Class B

Table A-9. Average pay relationships within establishments for professional and technical occupations, Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980
Professional and technical occupation being compared
Co mputer systems
antilysts (business)

Occupation which equals 100

Class A

Class B

Computer programmers (business)

Class C

Class A

Class B

Computer operators

Class C

Class A

Class B

100
117

100

86
103

69
84

Class C

Computer
data
librarians

Electronics
Registered
technicians

Drafters
Class A

Class B

100
124

100

Class C

Class D

100
121

100

Class A

nurses

100
118

100

Computer systems analysts
Computer systems analysts
Computer systems analysts
Computer programmers
Computer programmers
Computer programmers
(business), class C................................................
Computer operators, class A....................................
Computer operators, class B....................................
Computer data librarians.........................................
Drafters, class A........................................................
Drafters, class B........................................................
Electronics technicians,

100
119

100

141

120

122

102

147
170
164
196
247
232
134
166
195
C>

141
143
165
200
197
117
150
169
(•)

100
93

100

113

124

100

133
127
145

142
140
165
210
191
108
137
166

121
112
133
159
150
95
118

160
102
119
115

142
(*)
(*)
Registered industrial nurses.....................................
163
141
120
137
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97
112
129
133
82
97

64
80

70
85
(")

114

90
99

95

15

87

72

(*)
75

106
112

96
98

81
88

(*).
(•)

Table A-10. Average pay relationships within establishments for maintenance, toolroom, and powerplant occupations, Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980
Maintenance, toolroom, and powerplant occupation being compared
Mechanics

Occupation which equals 100
Carpenters Electricians

Painters

Machinists
Machinery

Motor
vehicles

Pipefitters

Sheet-metal
Millwrights
workers

Trades
helpers

100
97
109
95

100
107
98

100
89

100

98

101

94

102

100

104
99

103
102

97
97

102
103

102
102

100
101

100

102
102
118

101
98
108

102
103
123

101
101
119

100
100
116

100
100
114

100
o
o

100
117

100

97
96
101
98

102
99
98
108

101
97
100
107

100
98
98
102

100
97
97
102

99
98
<•)
o

99
97
99
o

84
(•>
81
93

MachineTool and
tool
operators die makers
(toolroom)

Stationary
engineers

Boiler
tenders

100
113

100

Class A

Class B

Janitors.
porters, and
cleaners

Maintenance mechanics
Maintenance mechanics
Maintenance sheet-metal
101
99
115
Machine-tool operators
101
101
97
98
106
100
108
103
Boiler tenders.......................................................................................................
See table A-8 tor description of these pay relationships and appendix A for method of computation.
See footnotes at end of tables.

100
96
100
101

100
103
103

Table A-11. Average pay relationships within establishments for material movement and custodial occupations, Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980
Material movement and custodial occupation being compared
Truckdrivers

Occupation which equals 100

Tractortrailer

Receivers

Shippers
Warehouse­ Order fillers
and
men
receivers

Shipping
packers

Material
handling
laborers

Forklift
operators

Power-truck
operators
(other than
forklift)

Guards

Light truck

Medium
truck

100
(•)
C)
C)
97
100
105
(•)
C)
137
106
98

100
86
99
116
113
93
117
112
128
111
107

100
C)
(•)
(*)
(•)
111
103
94
115
101

100
114
112
(•)
116
120
123
111
107

100
101
(•)
105
99
106
103
101

100
P)
99
100
106
103
100

100
105
111
108
116
101

100
97
102
101
95

100
101
103
101

100
100
98

100
97

100

(•)
(*)
136

(•)
(•)
166

(•)
C)
160

107
119
156

97
0
118

98
131
109

<•)
112
124

o
<*>
119

o
c)
107

o
99
101

97
126
128

100
127
114

100
o
105

100
c)

100

110

118

124

138

115

108

115

113

106

105

97

Heavy truck

Power-truck operators

Janitors, porters, and
130
176
123
P)
cleaners.................................................................
See table A-8 for description of these pay relationships and appendix A for method of computation.
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16

100

Table A-12. Weekly earnings of office workers-large establishments In Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980

Occupation and industry
division

Number
of
workers

Weekly earnings
(in dollars)’

Average
weekly
hours1
(stand­
ard)

Number of workers receiving straight-time weekly earnings (in dollars) of —
110

Median*

Middle range*

and
under
120

120

130

140

150

160

170

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

420

130

140

150

160

170

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

420

440

Secretaries...................
Manufacturing.........
Nonmanufacturing...
Public utilities......

3,386
2,056
1,330
130

39.0
39.0
38.5
40.0

267.50
279.00
250.00
347.00

254.50
264.50
236.50
352.50

Secretaries, class A..
Manufacturing.........

176
135

39.0
39.0

345.50
341.00

333.50 293.00- 389.50
332.50 292.00- 381.00

Secretaries, class B..
Manufacturing.........
Nonmanufacturing...
Public utilities......

540
328
212
31

39.0
39.0
38.5
40.0

317.00
323.50
306.00
383.50

299.00
311.50
297.50
385.00

270.50275.50269.00351.00-

366.00
381.00
351.00
412.50

Secretaries, class C..
Manufacturing.........
Nonmanufacturing...
Public utilities......

1,267
815
452
28

39.0
39.0
38.5
40.0

270.50
279.00
255.00
328.00

259.00
263.50
252.00
326.00

230.50232.50224.50314.00-

297.00
316.50
278.50
362.50

Secretaries, class D
Manufacturing.........
Nonmanufacturing

1,079
634
445

39.0
38.5
39.0

240.00
249.00
227.50

225.00 202.50- 259.00
234.50 207.00- 292.50
218.00 198.50- 240.00

182
87
95

Secretaries, class E..
Manufacturing.........
Nonmanufacturing...

297
144
153

38.5
39.5
37.5

220.00

248.50
193.00

213.00 192.00- 242.50
242.50 214.50- 269.50
197.00 179.00- 208.00

Stenographers............
Manufacturing........
Nonmanufacturing..
Public utilities.....

523
300
223
179

39.5
39.5
40.0
40.0

268.50
261.00
279.00
293.50

262.50
247.00
306.00
315.50

Stenographers, senior..
Manufacturing............
Nonmanufacturing......

289
175
114

39.5
39.5
40.0

Stenographers, general..
Manufacturing..............
Nonmanufacturing........
Public utilities............

234
125
109
74

Typists.........................
Manufacturing.......
Nonmanufacturing..

218.50229.00206.00323.50-

306.00
318.50
280.00
379.00

274
103
171

527
287
240
1

503
294
209
5

422
278
144
4

359
207
152
6

313
206
107
4

228
167
61
7

207
166
41
18

150
92
58
45

34
27
7
3

4
3

19
17

23
17

31
25

21

16
15

11

16

46
36

81
37
44

104
61
43

44
23

48
40

34
14

9

21

8

20

1

2

11

1

91
71

40
32

14
14

20

8

10

163
113
50

204

122

112

1

194
124
70
1

92
4

77
45
1

277
142
135

181
108
73

136
80
56

41
32
9

45
39
6

62
16
46

74
27
47

41
25
16

38
35
3

315.50
294.50
315.50
333.50

44
12

59
43
16
14

58
49
9
7

276.50
268.00
290.00

274.00 238.50- 315.50
258.50 235.50- 294.50
315.50 252.00- 315.50

14
8

30
19
11

39
32
7

63

6

37
32
5

39.5
39.5
39.5
40.0

259.00
251.50
268.00
288.00

253.50
231.50
262.50
307.00

202.00201.00211.50231.50-

30
14
16

21

25

17
4
4

11

13
1

12

29
24
5
4

14
6

12
12

1,365
358
1,007

39.0
39.5
38.5

212.00

196.00
195.00
196.00

168.00- 243.00
176.50- 234.50
168.00- 252.00

99

Typists, class A........
Manufacturing........
Nonmanufacturing..

816
171
645

38.5
39.5
38.5

214.00

168.00- 245.00
178.50- 237.50
167.00- 252.00

44

214.50

196.50
200.00
194.50

Typists, class B........
Manufacturing........
Nonmanufacturing..

549
187
362

39.5
39.5
39.5

209.50
201.50
213.50

196.00
188.00
196.00

170.50- 240.00
172.50- 211.50
170.00- 245.50

420

37.0
38.5

167.00
175.50

151.50
163.50

142.00- 175.50
147.50- 186.00

File clerks..............
Manufacturing..

110

File clerks, class A..
File clerks, class C..
Manufacturing.......

206.00
214.50
211.00

192.50
38.5
38.5

152.00
159.50

218.50216.00233.50254.50-

22
22

311.00
295.50
336.00
336.00
77

76
13
63
63
12

51

270
92
178

178
64
114

21

72
34
38

205
5

78

113
16
97

76
16
60

123
37

44

86

100
31
69

78
19
59

44
19
25

127
4
123

33

30
10
20

33
17
16

147
55
92

78
33
45

21

11
22

28
15
13

78
1
77

109
23

27
15

26
3

47
25

13
4

3

7
4

15

141.00- 163.50
141.00- 165.00

See footnotes at end of tables.


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13

17

2
19

1

8

4

47
39
8

56
27
29
4
4

109
33
76

154.00- 210.50
143.00
159.00

64
43
21

12
12

143
26
117

11
66

15

246
148
98

440
and
over

200

5

8

Table A-12. Weekly earnings of office workers-large establishments In Cleveland, Ohio, September 1960 —Continued

Occupation and industry
division

Average
Number weekly
of
hours1
workers (stand­
ard)

Weekly earnings
(in dollars)1

Mean*

Median*

Number of workers receiving straight-time weekly earnings (in dollars) of —

Middle range*

110
and
under
120

130

120
130

150

140

140

160

160

150

180

170

170

200

180

220

200

240

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

420

260

'280

300

320

340

360

380

400

420

440

Messengers.....................................
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

214
73
141
47

39.0
39.0
39.0
40.0

183.00
174.00
187.50
256.00

166.00
171.50
165.00
298.00

145.00156.00144.00195.00-

189.00
181.50
195.00
298.00

_
-

-

27
5
22
-

36
7
29
“

16
8
8
-

39
16
23
-

20
16
4
1

32
10
22
13

6
4
2
2

7
4
3
3

4
2
2
2

1
1
~

24
24
24

1
1
1

1
1
1

-

“
-

-

Switchboard operators....................
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

193
86
107
36

39.5
39.5
39.0
40.0

227.50
245.00
213.50
284.50

206.00 180.50221.00 195.00200.00 165.00313.00 247.50-

263.00
275.50
247.00
325.00

_
-

3
3
-

7
7
-

4
4

6
6
-

9
9

11
3
8
-

38
22
16
4

38
18
20
3

21
15
6
1

6
3
3
3

6
4
2
2

4
2
2
2

15
4
11
11

9
3
6
6

6
2
4
4

Switchboard operatorreceptionists.................................

61

39.0

210.50

202.50

176.00- 229.00

-

1

-

"

-

10

9

6

17

5

4

6

“

1

“

1

25
24

37
35

56
56

27
26

13
13

10
6

49
7

12
4

_

-

440
and
over

~

“
■

-

“
■

1
1
_

6
6

1
1

2
2

-

~

■

■

1

"

■

5
1

7
3

13
13

8
8

1
1

1
1

-

Order clerks.....................................
Manufacturing............................

283
206

39.5
39.0

262.50
253.00

241.00 219.00- 315.50
231.50 217.00- 268.50

_-

_-

5
-

4

1
-

_
-

9
8

Order clerks, class A....................
Manufacturing.............................

84
76

39.0
38.5

272.00
264.50

241.00 228.50- 304.00
241.00 228.50- 288.50

_
-

_
-

_
-

_
-

_

_
-

-

“

10
10

27
27

12
12

6
6

5
5

9
5

3
3

1
1

4
-

-

6
6

1
1

■

Order clerks, class B....................
Manufacturing.............................

199
130

39.5
39.5

258.50
246.00

239.00 209.50- 315.50
228.00 202.00- 248.50

_
-

_
-

5
-

4
-

1
-

_
-

9
8

25
24

27
25

29
29

15
14

7
7

5
1

40
2

9
1

4
~

3
3

13
13

2
2

“

1
1

Manufacturing.............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

2,284
981
1,303
523

39.5
39.0
39.5
40.0

239.50
234.50
243.50
310.00

220.50 185.00219.50 190.00221.00 179.50324.50 307.00-

301.50
265.50
318.50
335.50

_-

16
16
-

45
32
13

67
19
48
"

61
16
45
-

130
27
103
-

170
69
101
9

320
143
177
20

325
186
139
36

218
120
98
13

156
102
54
17

90
64
26
11

110
79
31
13

155
27
128
118

237
33
204
176

69
20
49
43

43
8
35
31

20
2
18
18

29
11
18
18

6
6
“

17
17
-

Accounting clerks, class A..........
Manufacturing............................
Nonmanufacturing......................

262
133
129

39.5
39.0
39.5

313.00
306.00
320.00

310.00 263.00- 340.00
284.00 249.50- 331.50
322.50 286.50- 345.50

_
-

_
-

_
-

_
-

-

-

-

2
2

7
7

28
24
4

26
23
3

27
14
13

26
12
14

18
8
10

60
20
40

14
7
7

10
2
8

5
2
3

20
2
18

5
5
“

14
• 14
~

Accounting clerks, class B..........
Manufacturing.............................
Nonmanufacturing......................

744
393
351

39.0
39.0
39.0

252.50
236.50
270.00

239.00 206.50- 318.50
228.00 202.50- 270.00
276.50 222.00- 324.50

_
-

_
-

1
1

18
18
-

19
16
3

20
17
3

36
25
11

41
13
28

114
84
30

130
69
61

72
35
37

27
24
3

53
46
7

29
12
17

149
10
139

18
9
9

7
5
2

-

6
6
”

1
1
-

3
3
“

Accounting clerks, class C..........
Manufacturing.............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

770
362
408
114

39.5
39.0
40.0
40.0

216.50
212.50
220.50
306.50

200.00 181.50203.50 187.50196.00 176.00315.50 281.50-

233.50
229.50
243.50
315.50

_
-

_
“

32
32
-

10
1
9

12
12
_

49
2
47
-

77
22
55
1

200
103
97
■

155
98
57
9

51
23
28
8

40
30
10
7

17
12
5
3

28
21
7
5

62
7
55
55

5
3
2
2

9
4
5
5

8
1
7
7

12
12
12

3
3
"

■

■

Accounting clerks, class D..........
Manufacturing.............................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

508
93
415
188

39.5
39.5
39.5
40.0

217.50
206.00
220.00
289.00

186.50 166.00186.50 175.00186.50 160.00307.00 211.50-

266.00
242.00
307.00
344.50

_
-

16
16
-

12
12
-

39
39
-

30
30
-

61
8
53
_

57
22
35
8

77
27
50
20

49
4
45
25

9
4
5
5

18
14
4
4

19
14
5
5

3
3
3

46
46
46

23
23
23

28
28
28

18
18
18

3
3
3

-

-

-

39.0
39.0
39.5
40.0

247.00
266.50
226.00
291.50

231.50 200.00- 282.50
246.00 212.50- 298.00
220.00 183.00- 252.00
308.00 245.00- 324.50

_-

_

Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

379
198
181
49

-

1
1
“

_
-

3
3
"

14
14
“

29
5
24
-

45
11
34
“

66
52
14
“

52
27
25
10

46
19
27
11

25
14
11
1

27
24
3
2

14
9
5
5

19
6
13
13

5
1
4
4

14
12
2
2

5
5
”

5
4
1
1

3
3
“

6
6
“

1,067
539
528
137

39.0
39.0
39.0
40.0

224.00
232.00
215.50
272.50

202.50 181.00207.00 184.00200.00 178.00299.00 230.00-

250.50
258.50
242.00
317.00

_-

1
1
-

15
15
-

20
20

67
42
25
“

55
15
40
“

93
54
39
3

254
130
124
16

147
68
79
15

106
66
40
12

65
31
34
12

39
19
20
4

50
27
23
11

43
8
35
31

44
16
28
28

12
9
3
3

25
23
2
2

17
17
~

4
4
“

7
7
-

3
3
—

635
363
272
64

39.5
39.5
39.5
40.0

238.50
241.50
235.00
303.00

215.00 190.00215.00 187.50218.50 193.50312.50 299.00-

279.00
275.50
280.50
322.50

_
-

-

1
1
-

-

4
4

16
9
7
“

51
38
13
~

169
101
68
“

88
40
48
3

67
44
23
2

46
23
23
4

34
18
16
2

45
23
22
10

25
8
17
13

39
12
27
27

10
7
3
3

9
9
“

17
17
“

4
4
“

7
7

3
3
“

Key entry operators.........................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................
Key entry operators, class A........
Nonmanufacturing......................
Public utilities..........................

-

~

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Table A-12. Weekly earnings of office workers-large establishments In Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980 —Continued
Weekly earnings
(in dollars)1

Average
Occupation and industry
division

of

hours’

Number of workers receiving straight-time weekly earnings (in dollars) of
110

Mean*

Median*

Middle range*


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120

130

140

150

160

170

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

420

130

140

150

160

170

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

420

440

440
and
over

..nH«r

120
Key entry operators, class B........
432
38.5
202.00
191.50 164.00- 220.00
Manufacturing............................
176
38.0 212.50
195.50 168.00- 228.50
Nonmanufacturing......................
256
39.0
195.00
184.00 162.50- 211.50
Public utilities..........................
73
40.0
246.00
238.50 196.00- 305.00 .
* Workers were distributed as follows: 13 at $440.00 to $460.00; and 1 at $460.00 to $480.00.
See footnotes at end of tables.

_

_

1

14

20

-

_

-

_

-

1

-

-

14
-

20
-

19

63
42
21

39
6
33

-

-

42
16
26
3

85
29
56
16

59
28
31
12

39
22
17
10

19
8
11
8

5
1
4
2

5
4
1
1

18
18
18

5
4
1
1

2
2
_

16
14
2
2

_

_

_

_

Table A-13. Weekly earnings of professional and technical workers-large establishments in Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980

Occupation and industry
division

Average
Number weekly
of
hours1
workers (stand­
ard)

Weekly earnings
(in dollars)1

Mean*

Computer systems analysts

Median*

Middle range*

Number of workers receiving straight-time weekly earnings (in dollars) of
140
and
under
160

160

200

180

220

200

180

220

240
260

240

280

260

300

280

340

320

300

340

320

380

360
380

360

440

400

480

440

400

520

480

560

520

560

600

640

600

640

680

680
and
over

778
382
396

39.0
39.0
39.0

473.00
480.50
466.50

470.50 401.00- 544.50
478.50 422.00- 539.50
450.00 390.00- 566.50

-

-

-

-

-

-

5
5

7
4
3

18
9
9

21
9
12

46
16
30

40
15
25

57
24
33

100
40
60

142
81
61

83
61
22

91
57
34

97
33
64

46
17
29

19
11

6
5

264
171
93

39.0
39.0
39.0

534.00
529.50
541.50

539.50 472.50- 602.50
531.50 476.50- 582.00
557.50 460.00- 625.00

~

_

“

'

'

'

_-

4
4

2
2

3
2
1

2
2

23
12

49
29

30
20

46
39

36
30

44
15

19

-

.

_

-

6
5

39.0
39.0
39.5

465.00
448.00
482.00

468.50 399.00- 533.00
465.00 399.00- 495.50
494.00 397.50- 574.00

-

-

-

.

-

.-

_
-

_-

2
2

5
5
~

11
5
6

16
9
7

23
10
13

34
14
20

46
22
24

59
44
15

50
40
10

40
17
23

61
3
58

-

“

_

Nonmanufacturing......................

347
171
176

Computer systems analysts
(business), class C...................
Nonmanufacturing......................

167
127

38.0
38.0

394.00
390.00

392.50 345.00- 440.50
390.00 345.00- 438.00

-

-

-

“

“

915
462
453

39.0
39.5
39.0

385.50
383.00
387.50

379.50 325.50- 443.50
375.50 335.00- 425.50
384.50 314.50- 456.00

-

-

3
3

3
2
1

14

7
5
2

“

-

275
182
93

39.0
39.5
38.0

439.00
430.50
455.00

432.50 386.50- 471.00
425.50 382.00- 468.00
446.50 403.00- 497.00

-

“

-

.

.-

450
188
262

39.5
39.5
39.0

380.00
355.00
398.00

379.50 322.00- 427.50
354.00 313.00- 391.50
401.50 339.50- 492.50

-

-

Nonmanufacturing......................

190
92
98

39.0
39.5
38.5

321.00
346.50
297.00

315.50 288.00- 340.00
339.50 312.00- 372.50
307.00 267.00- 320.00

-

-

-

Nonmanufacturing......................

601
296
305

39.0
39.5
38.5

280.00
308.50
252.50

260.00 224.50- 315.50
286.50 232.50- 372.00
245.00 210.00- 280.50

2
2

25
2
23

59
21
38

Nonmanufacturing......................

209
109
100

39.0
39.5
38.5

312.00
321.00
302.00

296.00 263.50- 352.50
307.00 269.00- 372.00
286.50 262.50- 336.50

-

-

Computer operators, class B.......
Manufacturing.............................
Nonmanufacturing......................

280
161
119

39.0
39.0
39.0

279.50
310.00
238.50

245.00 219.00- 302.00
258.50 231.00- 408.50
228.00 216.50- 252.50

“

-

Computer operators, class C.......
Nonmanufacturing......................

112
86

39.0
38.5

221.50
214.00

201.50
189.00

180.00- 254.50
175.50- 242.00

2
2

Computer data librarians.................

52

38.5

224.50

225.00

187.50- 253.00

349.50
349.50
347.50

344.50 299.50- 397.50
347.00 296.50- 400.50
333.50 324.50- 333.50

Nonmanufacturing......................
Computer systems analysts
Manufacturing.........................
Nonmanufacturing......................
Computer systems analysts
(business), class B...................

Computer programmers (business)..
Nonmanufacturing......................
Computer programmers
Nonmanufacturing......................
Computer programmers
Nonmanufacturing......................
Computer programmers
(business), class C...................

Computer operators, class A.......

Nonmanufacturing......................
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737
646
91

38.5
38.5
40.0

“

-

-

5
5

5
3

13
9

6
6

28
23

11

13

25

26

2

5
4
1

32
5
27

59
17
42

43
25
18

67
28
39

87
57
30

70
49
21

92
52
40

81
54
27

137
67
70

90
60
30

98
26
72

26
10
16

_

_-

_

_-

9
9
*

20
17
3

34
17
17

25
22
3

53
35
18

75
49
26

25
17
8

11
9
2

15
1

7
5

"

-

'

1
1
'

“

15

“

“

5
4
1

11
2
9

40
11
29

24
19
5

24
13
11

38
31
7

33
17
16

46
24
22

54
30
24

69
17
52

12
8
4

73
9
64

15
1
14

~

-

“

”

_-

21
3
18

19
6
13

19
6
13

42
14
28

40
17
23

17
15
2

12
11
1

2
2

15
15

3
3

“

-

-

"

-

-

-

~

55
20
35

80
38
42

74
37
37

73
24
49

55
29
26

29
18
11

26
16
10

28
16
12

15
8
7

13
7
6

27
20
7

24
24

5
5

10
10

1
1

-

-

~

1
1

5
4
1

12
7
5

20
10
10

39
16
23

32
14
18

19
8
11

20
14
6

16
6
10

11

12

10

-

-

1

-

-

-

3

6

11
5
6

30
19
11

41
11
30

52
24
28

50
27
23

19
3
16

15
11
4

10
10

4
2
2

11
10

4
"
4

1

15
15

13

5
5

10

”

-

-

-

25
23

28
26

9
4

16
9

4
4

15
10

8
4

-

2

1

-

-

1

1

-

-

-

-

-

-

2

3

15

4

4

14

5

5

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

_

5
5
-

13
13
-

16
16
”

30
30
~

18
18

55
51

50
49
1

67
51
16

93
45
48

83
81
2

57
49
8

75
74
1

90
88
2

40
37
3

42
38

3
1

-

-

.

-

-

-

-

3
3

3
2
1

_

_-

20

4

-

-

-

Table A-13. Weekly earnings of professional and technical workers-large establishments In Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980 —Continued

Occupation and industry
division

Drafters, class B...........................

Electronics technicians, class A...
Electronics technicians, class B...

Manufacturing............................


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Average
Number weekly
Of
hours'
workers (stand­
ard)

Weekly e arnings
(in doll ars)'

Mean2

Median2

Middle range2

Number of workers receiving straight-time weekly earnings (in dollars) of
140
and
under
160

264
255

39.0
39.0

402.50
403.50

393.50 354.50- 435.50
393.50 354.50- 436.50

335
265
70

38.5
38.5
40.0

338.50
336.00
346.50

333.50 299.50- 367.50
321.00 296.50- 373.00
333.50 333.50- 333.50

111
104

39.0
39.0

283.00
279.50

254.50 228.00- 342.00
250.50 228.00- 341.00

220
204

39.5
39.5

358.00
352.50

339.50 300.00- 403.50
333.50 300.00- 384.00

76
66

40.0
40.0

393.50
380.00

403.50 318.50- 431.00
358.00 317.50- 416.50

-

117
111

39.0
39.0

350.50
351.50

340.50 289.00- 380.50
340.50 289.00- 379.00

140
119

40.0
40.0

374.00
377.00

361.50 321.00- 413.00
370.50 320.00- 429.50

160

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

440

480

520

560

600

640

180

200

220

240

260

280

300

320

340

360

380

400

440

480

520

560

600

640

680

“

12
12

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

_

2
2

3
3

15
15

47
46

34
30

38
38

64
64

16
16

38
38

3
1

-

-

-

-

39
38

38
37

57
45
12

72
29
43

29
28
1

19
17
2

34
33
1

12
10
2

23
20
3

4
4

-

-

-

-

-

7

3
3

6
1

6
6

4
2

3
3

14
14

1
1

-

-

-

-

-

-

15
15

11

8

15
14

11
11

16
15

30
30

26
26

26
26

13
12

14
14

22
21

7
2

6
-

15
15

7
7

-

-

-

-

-

1

6
6

13
13

11
11

2
2

2
2

2
2

20
20

7
2

5
-

.

7
7

-

-

-

15
15

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

_

21

4
2

25
25

4

-

-

680
and
over

12
11

10
10

10
9

13
13

9
9

18
18

11
10

12
12

2
1

_

-

1
-

1

8
7

9
8

15
15

13
13

21
13

19
15

8
4

19
17

13
13

13
13

-

.

Table A-14. Average weekly earnings of office, professional, and technical workers, by sex-large establishments In Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980

Number
of
workers

Weekly
hours1
(stand­
ard)

Weekly
earnings
(in dollars)'

Sex,3 occupation, and industry division

Number
of
workers

Weekly
hours'
(stand­
ard)

Weekly
earnings
(in dollars)'

100
53

39.5
39.0

331.00
303.00

433
221
212

39.0
39.5
38.5

289.50
319.50
258.00

170
91
79

39.0
39.5
38.5

312.50
322.00
302.00

188
112
76

39.5
39.5
39.0

295.50
331.50
242.50

75
57

39.0
38.5

221.00
218.00

607
568

38.5
38.5

344.00
342.00

233
226

39.0
38.5

392.50
392.00

234

38.0

327.50

97

38.5
38.5

279.00
276.00

202
187

39.5
39.5

366.50
361.50

Weekly
hours'
(stand­
ard)

Weekly
earnings
(in dollars)'

73
64

40.0
40.0

395.00
382.00

111
105

39.0
39.0

355.00
356.00

Computer systems analysts
(business):
Manufacturing......................................................

69

39.0

430.00

Computer programmers (business):
Manufacturing......................................................

142

39.5

369.50

Computer programmers
(business), class B:
Manufacturing......................................................

62

39.5

360.00

Computer programmers
(business), class C............................................

90

38.5

310.00

162
69
93

39.0
39.5
38.5

249.00
260.50
240.00

Computer operators, class B................................

89

39.0

241.50

Registered industrial nurses.....................................
Manufacturing......................................................

133
119

40.0
40.0

373.50
377.00

Sex,3 occupation, and industry division

Computer programmers

Office occupations men
Accounting clerks:
Manufacturing......................................................

66

39.5

306.00

Accounting clerks, class A....................................

56

40.0

350.00

Professional and technical
occupations - men
Computer systems analysts
(business):
313

39.0

491.50

203
150

39.0
39.0

530.00
540.50

140

39.0

454.00

141
118

38.0
38.0

392.50
391.00

316

39.5

388.00

Computer systems analysts

Computer systems analysts
(business), class B:
Computer systems analysts
(business), class C............................................

It

Sex,3 occupation, and industry division

srage
san3)

Average
(mean3)

Average
(mean3)

Nonmanufacturing................................................

Drafters, class A....................................................
Manufacturing.......................................................

Professional and technical
occupations - women

Computer programmers (business):
Computer programmers
(business), class A............................................

199
143

39.0
39.5

427.00
427.00

126

39.5

353.00

Computer programmers
(business), class B:

Drafters, class B:

Manufacturing......................................................

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of
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Table A-15. Hourly earnings of maintenance, toolroom, and powerplant workers-large establishments in Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980
Hourly earnings
(in dollars)4
Occupation and industry
division

Number
of
workers

Mean*

Median*

Middle
range*

Maintenance carpenters..
Manufacturing............
Nonmanufacturing..... .

177
125
52

10.68

11.23

10.92 9.09-12.17
11.03 9.80-12.12
9.45 8.56-13.95

Maintenance electricians..
Manufacturing..............

1,158
1,049

11.65
11.69

12.38 11.08-12.57
12.38 10.82-12.57

Maintenance painters..
Manufacturing........

106
88

10.92
10.90

Maintenance machinists..
Manufacturing............

227
225

Maintenance mechanics
(machinery)..................
Manufacturing............

1,620
1,483

Maintenance mechanics
(motor vehicles)...........
Manufacturing............
Nonmanufacturing......
Public utilities..........

445
235

10.84

Number of workers receiving straight-time hourly earnings (in dollars) of —
5.80
Under and
5.80 under
6.00

6.20

6.40

6.60

7.00

7.40

7.80

8.20

8.60

9.00

9.40

9.80

10.20

10.60

11.00

11.40

12.20 13.00

6.20

6.40

6.60

7.00

7.40

7.80

8.20

8.60

9.00

9.40

9.80

10.20

10.60

11.00

11.40

12.20

13.00 13.80 14.60 15.40

15.40
and
over

_

_
-

3
3
-

27
6
21

2
2
-

13
11
2

*7
3
4

3
3
-

7
7
-

19
18
1

18
18
-

27
25
2

20
18
2

1
1
-

11
1
10

9

1

9

1

“

-

9
9

2
2

12
12

30
30

9
9

10
10

38
38

44
44

18
18

51
41

56
55

143
51

133
131

504
504

66
63

30
30

1
-

-

"

~

“

“

-

**

1
1

9
5

5
5

_
-

13
12

2
2

17
15

5
4

5
1

43
43

4
-

-

2
-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

'

“

12
12

5
5

6
6

54
52

5
5

22
22

30
30

32
32

16
16

16
16

23
23

3
3

2
2

1
1

-

2
2

-

-

2
2

4
4

18
18

28
28

38
38

35
35

82
82

64
60

36
36

37
37

64
62

168
37

244
244

599
599

121
121

72
72

6
6

-

-

“

3
3
“

-

_
-

2
2
-

28
26
2
-

30
2
28
28

17
17
1

23
23
23

3
2
1
1

10
5
5
3

68
8
60
60

45
1
44
44

71
71
_
-

145
117
28
28

_
_

_
_

_

-

-

-

-

2
2

-

-

15
15

29
29

8
8

_
-

13
13

22
22

34
34

18
18

160
160

183
183

-

-

-

-

50

2
2

9
9

_

-

36
36

67
67

-

-

-

-

_
-

24
24

181
181

382
382

-

-

-

-

■

■

2
2

11.13 9.69-12.12
11.05 9.69-12.12

■

■

10.83
10.84

10.82 9.61-11.57
10.82 9.61-11.61

-

11.63
11.67

12.12 10.92-12.45

-

10.45-12.21
11.59-12.21
9.60-11.30
9.60-11.30

■

■

-

—

210

188

10.66

11.30
12.17
10.64
10.64

Maintenance pipefitters..
Manufacturing...........

498
498

11.35
11.35

12.17 10.92-12.21
12.17 10.92-12.21

■

-

-

-

2
2

12
12

Maintenance sheet-metal workers..
Manufacturing............................

167
117

10.87
12.01

12.17 8.20-12.21
12.21 12.17-12.21

-

-

-

-

■

~

-

-

“

Millwrights............
Manufacturing..

680
680

11.67
11.67

12.21 12.07-12.21
12.21 12.07-12.21

-

-

-

'

-

~

-

_

24
24

9
9

Maintenance trades helpers..
Manufacturing..................

153
139

8.99
9.11

9.11 7.52-10.55
9.16 8.44-10.58

9
9

■

-

~

“

“

12
2

22
22

Machine-tool operators (toolroom)..
Manufacturing............................

570
570

10.95
10.95

11.50 10.17-12.27
11.50 10.17-12.27

-

■

■

'

“

-

18
18

Tool and die makers..
Manufacturing......

1,101

11.59
11.59

12.40 10.99-12.45
12.40 10.99-12.45

-

*

*

-

-

15
15

Stationary engineers..
Manufacturing......

122
112

11.35

-

-

3

11.66

11.81 10.26-12.27
12.17 10.96-12.33

-

■

Boiler tenders.......
Manufacturing..

103
103

10.24
10.24

10.38 9.41-12.32
10.38 9.41-12.32 —j

2
2

-

“

“

-

-

_
-

3
3

18
18

15
15

_

-

10
10

-

17
17

_
-

26
26

4
-

22
22

8
8

2
2

13
13

19
19

15
15

1
1

-

-

-

-

-

6
6

18
18

31
31

26
26

1
1

17
17

52
52

49
49

11
11

42
42

51
51

248
248

-

-

-

-

“

5
5

“

-

21
21

25
25

47
47

51
51

11
11

142
142

124
124

61
61

599
599

-

-

-

-

■

1
'

-

~

1
”

11
6

10
10

“

3
3

4
4

13
13

6
6

27
27

27
27

11
11

5
5

-

-

6
. 6

2
2

9
9

3
3

_
-

1
1

2
2

14
14

3
3

19
19

7
7

-

35
35

-

-

-

-

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14.60

9
9
“

”

11.07
11.56
10.51

1,101

13.80

“

■

12.27 10.92-12.45

"

6.00

23

-

-

.

Table A-16. Hourly earnings of material movement and custodial workers-large establishments in Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980
Hourly earnings
(in dollars)4
Occupation and industry
division

of
workers

Truckdrivers................
Manufacturing........
Nonmanufacturing..
Truckdrivers, light truck....

Mean*

Median*

Middle
range*

Number of workers receiving straight-time hourly earnings (in dollars) of —
00
nd
der
20

3.40

3.20
3.40

3.60

10.20
9.57
10.40

10.32 9.06-11.58
9.85 9.20-10.53
11.58 9.04-11.58

-

-

-

-

57

8.39

8.74 8.15- 8.93

-

-

-

-

110

9.41

9.85 9.04- 9.85

Truckdrivers, tractor-trailer ..
Manufacturing...................
Nonmanufacturing............

419
120
299

10.36
9.90
10.55

10.23 9.35-11.68
9.48 9.42-11.29
11.68 9.35-11.68

-

-

-

-

-

-

98
78

8.43
8.78

8.75 7.05-10.23
9.20 8.15-10.44

-

-

-

Receivers.............
Manufacturing-

172
94

7.91
8.93

7.05 6.80- 9.63
9.21 7.38-10.44

-

-

-

7.74 7.48-10.08
7.74 7.27- 7.89

127
105

8.28
7.77

Warehousemen..........
Manufacturing........
Nonmanufacturing .
Public utilities.....

763
201
562
50

7.89
8.92
7.52
9.65

Order fillers...........
Manufacturing..

736
352

8.29
7.86

9.01 7.13- 9.01
8.40 6.08- 9.79

7.60
7.68

6.83 6.55- 9.01
6.69 5.83- 9.86

534
333

7.69
8.98
6.80
10.26

6.80- 8.80
7.74-10.22
6.80- 8.80
8.98-10.28

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

5
5
-

-

-

-

-

-

-

_
-

-

5
5
-

-

11
8
3

48
5
43

124
20
104

213
48
165

103
73
30

43
43
-

480
27
453

■

-

2

-

2

5

3

2

28

13

-

2

-

3

-

3

-

-

35

61

5

1

-

2
2
-

4
4
-

29
10
19

150
43
107

22
2
20

20
20
-

179
26
153

-

-

-

-

_

_

-

2
2
-

-

2
2
-

2
2
-

2
2
-

15
15

3
2

.

1
1

-

16
16

10
8

14
14

22
22

_

"

16
-

_

-

-

"

“

.

~

-

-

-

1
-

1
-

2
-

5
3

4
-

7
2

78
18

3
3

4
4

9
9

12
10

13
13

32
32

-

-

-

-

1
-

-

-

-

_

“

"

4
4

2
2

_

_

15
15

47
47

6
6

1
-

15
15

26
5

-

-

3
3

-

-

2
2

_

-

4
4

-

-

_

-

9

12

3

54
54

_

_

-

-

321
-

15
3

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

95
68
27
27

-

-

208
36
172
20

15
15

-

23
21
2
-

15

_

3
3

321

_

”

-

-

-

9

.

.

_

_

_

3
-

_

_

_

5
4
1
-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

12
-

-

-

-

2
2

-

6
6

6
6

24
24

9
9

60
54

43
3

27
18

3
3

16
16

88
87

335
7

107
107

_

-

8
8

_

-

2
2

-

-

2

8
-

4
-

2
-

15
8

4
2

4
4

12
12

69
69

8
8

139
71

28
24

_

_

89
89

15
15

-

-

120
16

-

-

15
15

-

-

“

407
407
“

15
15
“

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

_

-

”

-

-

2

14

6

7
4
3

2
2
-

-

41
25
16

147
14
133

14
10
4

25
16
9

343
45
298

_

_

4
4

-

6
2
4

-

47
27
20

34
34
-

29
25
4

19
19
-

157
30
127

299
113
186

413
413
“

256
256
“

13
13
“

“

10
10
“

-

-

-

-

-

12
12

-

15
-

-

6
6

98
98

12
12

7
7

1
1

5
5

2
2

34
9

45
12

9
4

53
17

42
26

57
44

16
11

61
58

72
63

70
70

76
76

154
154

-

-

-

-

“

-

-

“

73
73

_

_

-

-

_

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

_

_

9.48
9.81
8.56

9.92 8.85-10.34
10.34 9.52-10.40
8.82 8.74- 8.85

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

Power-truck operators
(other than forklift)....
Manufacturing.........

158
143

10.02
10.25

10.29 10.10-10.30
10.30 10.29-10.37

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

1,370
556

5.90
8.74

4.90 3.25- 8.46
9.10 7.77-10.40

284
2

118

44
-

47
2

26
2

104
-

58
6

.
.
.

362
131
231

6.64
9.32
5.13

6.25 4.50- 8.85
9.95 8.46-10.05
4.95 4.05- 6.19

5
5

-

Guards, class B..
Manufacturing...

.
.

1,008
425

5.63
8.57

4.03 3.10- 8.43
8.63 7.03-10.40

279
2

118

.
Janitors, porters, and cleaners..
.
Manufacturing......................
See footnotes at end of tables.

2,994
875

6.11
8.40

5.06 5.06- 7.24
9.17 6.74- 9.97

16

78
6

13

26
24
2

“

“

26
26

44
44

5
5

48
48

46
39

52
52

3
3

154
154

-

-

-

■

147
54

34
26

50
31

27
18

153
66

205
202

291
291

33
20

1
1

-

-

“

-

30

20

25

5

34

16

13

_

_

_

_

_

-

-

-

1

19

16

37

30

20

25

5

34

16

43

28
2

10
2

67
-

28
6

14
9

20
12

4
4

19
17

25

44
-

183
18

50
24

1472
24

41
18

39
7

67
59

24

”

13
10
3

37

_

38
10

-

11
6
5

16

_

-

-

18
18

19

1

Guards, class A.......
Manufacturing........
Nonmanufacturing ..

~

51
37
14

_

1,287
946
341

6

-

11
6
5

7
4
3

Forklift operators..........
Manufacturing.........
Nonmanufacturing...

14

-

11
6
5

3
2
1

8.67 7.05-10.16
10.14 8.52-10.35
8.54 6.85- 8.67

2

-

48
42
6

8.54
9.24
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10.40 11.20 12.00 12.80 13.60

2

1,154
635
519

.
.

9.60

20
18
2

-

Material handling laborers...
Manufacturing...............
Nonmanufacturing........

Guards..................
Manufacturing ..

8.80

8.00

7.60

12.00 12.80 13.60
and
over

10.40 11.20

8.80

10
7
3

-

-

8.00

7
2
5

-

-

-

7.20

6.80

6.40

7.60

7.20

6.80

4
2
2

_

-

-

6.00

5.60

6.40

6.00

5.60

2
2
-

_

-

5.20

5.20

4.80

_

1
2
2

4.80

4.40

4.40

_

Shippers...............
Manufacturing..

Shippers and receivers..
Manufacturing..........

4.00

4.00

3.80

1,070
260
810

Truckdrivers, heavy truck..

Shipping packers...
Manufacturing-

3.80

3.60

~

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Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980
Sex,® occupation, and industry division

Number
of
workers

Average
(mean2)
hourly
earnings
(in dollars)4

Maintenance, toolroom, and
powerplant occupations - men

Maintenance electricians.............................
Maintenance painters................................
Manufacturing..............................................

1,084
1,084

11.59
11.59

112
106

11.43
11.67

1,127
1,018

11.65
11.69

Boiler tenders........................................
Manufacturing.......................................

101
101

10 24
10.24

86

10.91
10.92

227

10.83

1,036
255

10 17
9.54
10.38

54

8.47

436
226
210
188

11.06
11.57
10.51
10.66

495
495

11.34
11.34

167
117

10.87
12.01

659

11.67
11.67

Manufacturing............................................................

152
138

8.97
9.09

Manufacturing.................................................

556
556

10.97
10.97

Millwrights...................................................

Material movement and custodial
occupations - men
Truckdrivers.........................................
Manufacturing.............................

9.41
Truckdrivers, tractor-trailer.............................................

419
120
299

10.36
9.90
10.55

88
72

8.47
8.79

Receivers................................................
Manufacturing...........................................

142
82

8 00
8.85

Shippers and receivers...............................
Manufacturing.....................................

107
85

8.23
7.59

Warehousemen...........................................
Manufacturing.........................................

617
180
437
42

8.00
9.06
7.57
9.65

Nonmanufacturing..............................................
Shippers...............................................

Public utilities......................................

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Sex,3 occupation, and industry division

Number
of
workers

Average
(mean2)
hourly
earnings
(in dollars)4

453

8.43

311
215

8 29
8.25

Material handling laborers........................................

1,099
596
503

8.52
9.19
7.73

Manufacturing...............................................

872

9.80

158
143

10.02
10.25

1,248
510

8.65

313
109
204

6.57
9.20
5.17

935
401

5.65
8.51

1,568
648

6.69
8.86

215
110

6.40

103

5.39

Shipping packers..........................................................

Stationary engineers..........................................
Manufacturing...................................

11.67

Maintenance pipefitters.........................................................

Tool and die makers..............................................
Manufacturing.............................................
10.68

M53

Maintenance mechanics
(motor vehicles)...............................................
Manufacturing...........................................................
Nonmanufacturing.............................................
Public utilities..........................................

Number
of
workers

174
125

Maintenance mechanics
Manufacturing.................................................

Average
(mean2)
hourly
earnings
(in dollars)4

Sex,3 occupation, and industry division

Power-truck operators
(other than forklift)................................
Manufacturing.....................................
Guards.................................................
Manufacturing........................................
Guards, class A..................................................
Nonmanufacturing.......................................
Guards, class B......................................

Material movement and custodial
occupations - women
Manufacturing...................

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Other inexperienced clerical workers*

Inexperienced typists
Minimum weekly straight-time salaries7

$195.00 and under $200.00.....................................................................
$200.00 and under $205.00.....................................................................
$215.00 and under $220.00.....................................................................
$220 00 and under $225.00.....................................................................
$225.00 and under $230 00.....................................................................

$300 00 and under $305.00.....................................................................
$305.00 and under $310.00.....................................................................
Establishments having no specified
Establishments which did not employ

40.00-hour
schedules

All
schedules

40.00-hour
schedules

37.50-hour
schedules

industries

All
schedules

40.00-hour
schedules

All
schedules

40.00-hour
schedules

37.50-hour
schedules

207

86

XXX

121

XXX

XXX

207

86

XXX

121

XXX

XXX

50

27

23

23

11

8

102

57

51

45

27

11

_
1

2
2
2
3
5

1
2

1
1
1
2
2

1
5
7
5
4
4
6

1
1

1
1
_

-

2
1
4
5
5
7
6
6
2

3

2
3
2
4
8
4
2
4
2
1
1
2
1
2
2
1
1

_
_
_
_
1
3
2
1
3
1
1

_
2
1
3
4
5
6
6
6
1

-

_

1
7
8
9
9
9
13
8
1
6
4

_

_

1
2

1
■
2

1

1

—
-

2
1
2

2
1
2

2
-

2
-

1

1
-

3

3

1
1
1

1
1

1
-

1
_

-

“
~
-

“

_

1
3
2
1
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1

2
“
3
2
_

—
_
1
2
1

-

2
2
1
2
1
4
1

1

-

■
-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

2

2

-

_

_

_

-

_

_

_

-

_

_

_

-

-

_

_

-

-

-

_

_

_

-

-

1
2
-

1
2
-

2
-

-

-

-

_

_

-

-

1
1
-

1
“

1
~

-

-

—

1

-

_

-

1

_

_

_

_

_

-

_

-

-

_

_

2

1

-

—

~
_

■

1

-

“
-

~
-

"

~

-

~

“

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

~

“

“

-

3

3

3

_

_

-

3

3

3

-

-

-

15

5

XXX

10

XXX

XXX

56

15

XXX

41

XXX

XXX

142

54

XXX

88

XXX

XXX

49

14

XXX

35

XXX

XXX

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All
schedules

Establishments having a specified

$165.00 and under $170.00...................................................................$170.00 and under $175.00.....................................................................
$175.00 and under $180.00.....................................................................

Nonmanufacturing

Manufacturing
All
industries

Manufacturing

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Table B-2. Late-shift pay provisions for full-time manufacturing production and related workers in Cleveland, Ohio, September
1980
(All full-time manufacturing production and related workers = 100 percent)
All workers*

Workers on late shifts

Item
Second shift

Third shift

Second shift

Third shift

Percent of workers
In establishments with late-shift provisions..................................

92.5

78.7

21.3

6.5

With no pay differential for late-shift work................................................................
With pay differential for late-shift work................................................................................
Uniform cents-per-hour differential...................................................................................
Uniform percentage differential...........................................................................
Other differential...........................................................................

1.6
91.0
64.9
24.3
1.8

.1
78.6
51.6
22.0
4.9

.5
20.9
13.9
6.2
.7

6.5
4.4
1.4
.8

24.0
7.0

29.1
9.6

25.4
6.7

32.2
9.7

6.4
1.4
1.3
1.9
10.3
1.3
12.9
4.5
1.0
14.7

.9
_
1.4
6.4
3.2
5.4
2.6
9.2
_
4.6
3.1
3.4
1.3
7.2
2.0

1.0
.5
.4
.3
1.8
.2
3.3

(.0)

Average pay differential
Uniform cents-per-hour differential...........................................................
Uniform percentage differential............................................................
Percent of workers by type and
amount of pay differential
Uniform cents-per-hour:
10 cents........................................................................................................................
11 cents....................................................................................................................
12 cents.....................................................................
13 cents....................................................................................
15 cents..........................................................................................
18 cents..........................................................................................
20 cents...........................................................................................
23 cents......................................................................................................
25 cents........................................................................................................................
27 cents..........................................................................
30 cents.............................................................................................
33 cents....................................................................................................................
35 cents...............................................................................................................
40 cents...........................................................................................
45 cents......................................................... ,...................................................
50 cents.................................................................................................. .
58 cents...............................................................................................
60 cents..................................................................................................
66 cents..................................................................................................
Over 99 cents............................................................................

-

3.9
1.6
_

.4
1.1
.9
1.2
-

Uniform percentage:
5 percent......................................................................................................................
7 and under 8 percent...........................................................................
10 percent....................................................................................................................
15 percent....................................................................................................................

15.6
_

7.7
1.0

See footnotes at end of tables.

27

_
_

_

_

.6
_

3.6
_

.9
.3
_

.1
.4
.3
.4

.9
1.3
1.2
19.5
-

.1
.3
.3
.2
.5
.7
.3
.2
(,0)
1.3
.3

c")
4.1

.1

_

2.2
-

1.3

Table B-3. Scheduled weekly hours and days of full-time first-shift workers in Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980
Office workers

Production and related workers
Item

All
industries

Manu­
facturing

All
industries

Public
utilities

Nonmanu­
facturing

Manu­
facturing

Nonmanu­
facturing

Public
utilities

Percent of workers by scheduled
weekly hours and days
All full-time workers.............................................

100

100

100

100

100

100

100

100

20 hours-5 days.........................................................
25 hours-5 days.........................................................
30 hours-5 days........................................................
32 1/2 hours-5 days ........................................
35 hours....................................................................
4 days..................................................................
5 days..................................................................
35 8/10 hours-5 days...............................................
36 hours....................................................................
4 days..................................................................
6 days..................................................................
36 1 /4 hours.............................................................
4 days..................................................................
5 days..................................................................
36 1 /3 hours-5 days.................................................
37 hours-5 days........................................................
37 1 /2 hours-5 days.................................................
38 hours-5 days........................................................
38 1/3 hours-5 days.................................................
38 1 /2 hours-5 days.................................................
38 3/4 hours-5 days ...............................................
38 8/10 hours-5 days...............................................
39 hours-4 1 /2 days................................................
40 hours..................................................... ...........
3 1/2 days...........................................................
4 days..................................................................
5 days..................................................................
42 1 /2 hours-5 days.................................................
43 hours-5 days.........................................................
45 hours-5 days.........................................................
47 1/2 hours-5 1/2 days..........................................
48 hours....................................................................
5 days..................................................................
6 days..................................................................
55 hours-6 days.........................................................

(■■)
1
3
2
1
1
c‘)
1
(■■)
1
2
('■>
1
<">
82
1
1
80
(■■)
1
1
1
2
c)
2
<•■)

1
1
1
1
(">
88
1
1
86
2
2
2
3
3
~

1
3
8
4
2
1
2
1
1
6
1
72
2
70
1
1
1
1

3
97
97
“

O')
4
4
“

2
2

_
(u)
5
“
5
~
“
“
3
“
3
2
(“)
29
(”)

”
■
-

-

_

39.7

40.5

38.4

39.9

39.0

j

2
<")
2
1
(“)
25
<")
1
2
2
1
1
61
61
1
“
~
~
“

“
“
1
1
_
18
”
2
1
1
75
~

75
“
“
”
“
-

7
“
2
-

~

3
2
2
52
“
52
1
“
“

“
~
■
91
“
91
“
“

-

_

“
“

~

-

38.8

39.7

Average scheduled
weekly hours
All weekly work schedules.......................................
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39.3

Table B-4. Annual paid holidays for full-time workers In Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980
Production and related workers
All
industries

Manu­
facturing

Office workers

Nonmanu­
facturing

Public
utilities

All
industries

Manu­
facturing

Nonmanu­
facturing

Public
utilities

Percent of workers
All full-time workers...............................

100

In establishments not providing
paid holidays...........................................
In establishments providing
paid holidays................... .......................

3

1

5

1

1

1

(")

97

99

95

99

99

99

99

100

11.1

12.5

8.8

10.1

10.0

11.0

9.3

10.0

4
3
9

(")

100

Average number of paid holidays
For workers in establishments
providing holidays..................................................
Percent of workers by number
of paid holidays provided*
2 holidays...............................................
3 holidays................................................
4 holidays................................................
6 holidays................................................
Plus 1 or more half days...................
7 holidays...............................................
Plus 1 or more half days...................
8 holidays...............................................
Plus 1 or more half days...................
9 holidays...............................................
Plus 1 or more half days...................
10 holidays..............................................
Plus 1 or more half days...................
11 holidays..............................................
Plus 1 half day..................................
12 holidays..............................................
13 holidays..............................................
14 holidays..............................................
15 holidays..............................................
17 holidays..............................................
19 holidays..............................................
Over 19 days..........................................

2

5

1
01)
4

1

1

1

8
2

3
2
6
1

<")
3

1

7

3

14

1

1

<”>

4

3

6

5
2

4
1

3
1

5

1

(“)

22

21

22

74

1

7
15

19
1
30

1

5
2
35

2

7
3
29
(u)
28

2

2

17

13

25

73
7

4

10

1

2

7
1
1
4
1

8
1

5

2
6
2

2

3
17
3
11
2

3
3
1
1

7

19
5
14
3
4
3

6

(”)
2

1
1
12

2

2
7

1

Percent of workers by total
paid holiday time provided12
2 days or more..........................................................
3 days or more..........................................................
4 days or more..........................................................
6 days or more..........................................................
7 days or more..........................................................
8 days or more..........................................................
9 days or more.................... „....................................
10 days or more........................................................
11 days or more........................................................
12 days or more........................................................
13 days or more........................................................
14 days or more........................................................
15 days or more.....................................................
16 days or more.......................................................
17 days or more.......................................................
18 days or more.......................................................
19 days or more.......................................................
23 days......................................................................
* The least common paid holiday policies are not presented.
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97
96
95
94
90
82
77
73
49
28
17
14

99
99
99
99
97
94
90

3

22

99
99
99
99
97
89
81
60
28
14
7

2

6

12

2

5
2

8

18
15
15
13
13

7

12

9
9
8

86

63
40
26

95
91
89

99
99
99
99
99
99
99
91
17

88

78
64
58
53
28
8

1
(“>

29

99
99
99
99
98
97
95
87
49
22

14
13
11

5
3
1

99
99
99
99
96
84
72
43
14
9
3
2

2

100

100
100
100

99
99
97
90
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Office workers

Production and related workers
Item

All
industries

Manu­
facturing

Public
utilities

Nonmanu­
facturing

All
industries

Manu­
facturing

Nonmanu­
facturing

Public
utilities

100

100

Percent of workers
100

100

In establishments not providing

Length-of-time payment......................................

100

100

c)

_

100
95
4
1

99
99
(“)
-

100
100

(“>

2

1
In establishments providing

100

100

99
87
10
2

100
87
12
1

98
86
8
3

100
99
1

99
98
2
<“)

11
24
2
1
_
<")

13
28
3
1
_
_

7
17
2
('■>
r)

18
43
1

6
43
14
4
1
-

3
39
15
3
2
“

9
45
13
4
”
”

1
53

51
9
33
1
2
_
(»)

46
13
35
1
4
_

58
4
31
2
<“)

34
16
49
1

14
2
79
2
2
1
-

9
2
76
5
5
3
-

18
2

17
1
82

“

“

25
8
58
4
3
_
(")

22
13
58
4
4
_

30
59
5
1
(">

83
16
1

2
88
6
4
1
-

3
_
77
11
5
3
-

1
“
95

99

4
3
71
16
4
_
(“)

4
5
62
23
6
-

3
85
5
1
c)

1
85
6
7
1
-

1
“
76
12
8
3
-

<")

83
16
1

3
1
74
15
5
_
c)

2
2
67
22
7
-

3
85
5
1
<")

(■■)
85
6
7
1
-

_
~
77
12
8

<")

83
16
1

~

-

Amount of paid vacation after:13
6 months of service:

1 year of service:

2 years of service:

3 years of service:

4 years of service:

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_

3
~
_

91
7

~

“

91

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Production and related workers
Item

All
industries

Manu­
facturing

Office workers

Nonmanu­
facturing

Public
utilities

All
industries

Manu­
facturing

5 years of service:
1 week.............................................................
2 weeks............................................................
Over 2 and under 3 weeks..............................
3 weeks.............................................................
Over 3 and under 4 weeks..............................
Over 4 and under 5 weeks..............................
Over 6 and under 7 weeks..............................

O')
52
14
30
O')
1
O')

48
20
31
O')
1
-

O')

1

10 years of service:
1 week.............................................................
2 weeks............................................................
Over 2 and under 3 weeks..............................
3 weeks............................................................
Over 3 and under 4 weeks..............................
4 weeks............................................................
Over 4 and under 5 weeks..............................
Over 5 and under 6 weeks..............................
Over 6 and under 7 weeks..............................

O')
3
4
66
13
10
c)
1
O')

3
7
60
19
11
O')
1
-

1
3
_
76
5
8
_
_
c)

_
_
_
82
16
1
_

12 years of service:
1 week.............................................................
2 weeks............................................................
Over 2 and under 3 weeks..............................
3 weeks............................................................
Over 3 and under 4 weeks..............................
4 weeks............................................................
Over 4 and under 5 weeks..............................
5 weeks............................................................
Over 5 and under 6 weeks..............................
Over 6 and under 7 weeks..............................

O')
2
5
52
17
20
O')
O')
1
0>)

1
8
51
25
13
O')
O')
1
-

1
3
_
53
5
32
_
_
O')

_
_
_
68
16
15
_
_
_
1

(“)
4
2
65
12
15
_
_
1
-

15 years of service:
1 week.............................................................
2 weeks............................................................
3 weeks..........................................................
Over 3 and under 4 weeks..............................
4 weeks...........................................................
Over 4 and under 5 weeks..............................
5 weeks............................................................
Over 5 and under 6 weeks..............................
Over 6 and under 7 weeks..............................

O')
2
28
11
48
4
4
1

1
27
17
48
3
3
1

1
3
31
1
48
5
5
_
O')

_
42
_
40
16
1
_
1

(n)
3
23
9
57
3
3
1
-

_
O')
19
18
46
7
7
3

20 years of service:
1 week.............................................................
2 weeks............................................................
3 weeks............................................................
Over 3 and under 4 weeks..............................
4 weeks............................................................
Over 4 and under 5 weeks..............................
5 weeks............................................................
Over 5 and under 6 weeks..............................
6 weeks............................................................
Over 6 and under 7 weeks..............................
7 weeks................ ............................................
Over 7 and under 8 weeks..............................

O')
2
6
O')
53
8
22
3
2
O')
O')
1

1
1
O')
58
12
21
3
2
1
1

1
3
13
45
3
24
2
2
O')
-

_
_
68
15
12
4
1
-

(“)
3
7
1
70
6
11
2
c)
1
_

_
O')
1
_
61
10
21
3
1
3
_

1
59
5
29
1

_
65
16
17
_

_

_

O')
5
1
78
4
11

_

52
12
25
6
3

_

1
1
71
9
14

31

Public
utilities

(“)
49
5
46

88
1
11

-

-

(»)
7
1
82
(“)
9

97
1
1

-

-

1

_

1

3

1

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(“)
50
8
38
3
1

Nonmanu­
facturing

(“)
2
53
22
19

(“)
7
1
73
6
12

89
1
9

-

-

1

_

_
3

(»)
5
26
4
64
1
1
(“)
4
11
1
75
3
4
(")
_
_

1
37
61
1

-

(,l)
1
90
8
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Office workers

Production and related workers
Item

All
industries

Manu­
facturing

All
industries

Public
utilities

Nonmanu­
facturing

Manu­
facturing

Nonmanu­
facturing

Public
utilities

25 years of service:
1 week.............................................................
2 weeks............................................................
3 weeks............................................................
Over 3 and under 4 weeks..............................
4 weeks............................................................
Over 4 and under 5 weeks..............................
5 weeks.............................................................
Over 5 and under 6 weeks..............................
6 weeks............................................................
Over 6 and under 7 weeks..............................
7 weeks.............................................................
Over 7 and under 8 weeks..............................

r)
2
5
_
27
4
42
5
11
<■■)
c)
1

1
1
29
4
52
6
4
<")
1
1

1
3
13
23
4
26
2
22
<>■)
-

6
62
12
18
1
-

(”)
3
6
1
46
2
32
2
6
1
“

(■■)
1
35
3
41
6
11
3
~

r)
4
9
1
54
1
26
c)
3
-

30 years of service:
1 week.............................................................
2 weeks............................................................
3 weeks............................................................
Over 3 and under 4 weeks..............................
4 weeks............................................................
Over 4 and under 5 weeks.............................
5 weeks............................................................
Over 5 and under 6 weeks..............................
6 weeks............................................................
Over 6 and under 7 weeks..............................
7 weeks............................................................
Over 7 and under 8 weeks..............................

<■■)
2
5
22
3
44
5
14
c)
1
1

1
1
22
3
55
6
9
<")
1
2

1
3
13
23
4
26
2
20
(■■)
2
”

6
63
12
10
1
8
“

(“)
3
6
1
40
1
36
3
9
1
<■■)
'

(■■)
1
21
c)
50
7
18
3
-

(“)
4
9
1
53
1
27
<“)
3
(■■>

(■■)
1
■
5
~
85
1
6
2

cl
2
5

1
1

1
3
13
23
4
26
2
20
c)
2

6
63
12
10
1
8

(")
3
6
1
40
1
35
3
9
2
c)

■
<“)
1
21
(■•}
47
8
18
5
-

(")
4
9
1
53
1
27
(”>
3
(“>

“
c)
1
~
5
“
85
1
6
2

Maximum vacation available:
1 week.............................................................
2 weeks............................................................
3 weeks. ........................................................
Over 3 and under 4 weeks ...........................
4 weeks............................................................
Over 4 and under 5 weeks .............................
5 weeks............................................................
Over 5 and under 6 weeks..............................
6 weeks............................................................
Over 6 and under 7 weeks..............................
7 weeks............................................................
Over 7 and under 8 weeks..............................

-

-

22
3
42
5
14
<">
1
1

22
3
53
7
10
(")
1
2

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<“)
1
■
10
■
80
1
8
~
“

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Production and related workers
Item

Office workers

All
industries

Manu­
facturing

Nonmanu­
facturing

Public
utilities

All
industries

Manu­
facturing

Nonmanu­
facturing

Public
utilities

100

100

Percent of workers
All full-time workers...................................

100

100

100

100

100

100

In establishments providing at
least one of the benefits
shown below14...........................................

98

99

97

100

99

99

99

100

Life insurance..........................................
Noncontributory plans..................................

96
88

98
93

94
80

100
92

99
86

99
90

99
84

100
88

Accidental death and
dismemberment insurance.................................
Noncontributory plans...................................

79
71

84
78

72
60

77
74

83
69

82
73

84
67

87
81

90

91

89

98

57

68

50

63
58

Sickness and accident insurance
or sick leave or both15...........................................
Sickness and accident
insurance........................................................
Noncontributory plans.......................................
Sick leave (full pay and no
waiting period)..................................................
Sick leave (partial pay or
waiting period).....................................

88

94

79

83
72

93
82

68
57

53
52

19

19

20

47

68

69

53

3

-

8

21

7

1

11

44

Long-term disability
insurance.........................................................
Noncontributory plans.......................................

29
27

35
34

18
16

38
38

65
57

58
47

69
63

78
78

In establishments providing at least
one of the health insurance plans
shown below16.................................................
Noncontributory plans.......................................

98
83

99
89

96
74

100
100

99
64

99
78

99
54

100
100

Hospitalization insurance.......................................
Noncontributory plans.......................................

98
80

99
84

96
73

100
98

58

73

99
49

100
91

Surgical insurance.................................................
Noncontributory plans.......................................

97
79

99
84

95
73

100
98

99
58

99
73

99
49

100
91

Medical insurance.................................................
Noncontributory plans......................................

96
79

99
84

92
71

100
98

58

73

49

100
91

Major medical insurance.......................................
Noncontributory plans.......................................

80
63

76
62

88
66

100
98

57

71

47

100
91

Dental insurance....................................................
Noncontributory plans.......................................

55
49

63
57

43
36

71
71

49
42

56

34

78
78

Health maintenance organization.............................
Noncontributory plans.......................................

64
42

74
55

47
23

48
9

30

47

19

62
10

Retirement pension...................................................
Noncontributory plans.......................................

89
83

96
86

79
78

85
85

94
91

92

91

87
87


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Table B-7. Health plan participation by full-time workers In Cleveland, Ohio, September 1980
Office workers

Production and related workers
All
industries

Manu­
facturing

Public
utilities

Nonmanu­
facturing

All
industries

Manu­
facturing

Nonmanu­
facturing

Public
utilities

Percent of workers
All full-time workers.....................

100

100

89
78

86
68

94
93

84
54

89
78

85

74

94
93

84
54

Medical insurance.............
Noncontributor/ plans.

87
73

89
78

82
66

94
93

84
54

Major medical insurance....
Noncontributory plans.

72
59

68

57

78
61

94
93

83
52

Dental insurance..........................
Noncontributory plans..........

68

60
56

80
36

Hospitalization insurance....
Noncontributory plans.

88

Surgical insurance..............
Noncontributory plans.

88

74

48

68

36
31

Health maintenance organization.
Noncontributory plans..........
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100

100

89

94
86

82
44

94

81
44

94

81
43

94

53
44

25
23

70
70

5
3

2
1

4
___________ 3

89
69

86

86

86

Footnotes
Some of these standard footnotes may not apply to this bulletin.
1 Standard hours reflect the workweek for which employees receive their regular straight-time
salaries (exclusive of pay for overtime at regular and/or premium rates), and the earnings
correspond to these weekly hours.
1 The mean is computed for each job by totaling the earnings of all workers and dividing by the
number of workers. The median designates position—half of the workers receive the same or
more and half receive the same or less than the rate shown. The middle range is defined by two
rates of pay; one-fourth of the workers earn the same or less than the lower of these rates and
one-fourth earn the same or more than the higher rate.
J Earnings data relate only to workers whose sex identification was provided by the
establishment.
4 Excludes premium pay for overtime and for work on weekends, holidays, and late shifts.
5 Estimates for periods ending prior to 1976 relate to men only for skilled maintenance and
unskilled plant workers. All other estimates relate to men and women.
* Data do not meet publication criteria or data not available.
7 Formally established minimum regular straight-time hiring salaries that are paid for standard
workweeks. Data are presented for all standard workweeks combined, and for the most common
standard workweeks reported.
8 Excludes workers in subclerical jobs such as messenger.
9 Includes all production and related workers in establishments currently operating late shifts,
and establishments whose formal provisions cover late shifts, even though the establishments
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10 Less than 0.05 percent.
11 Less than 0.5 percent.
18 All combinations of full and half days that add to the same amount; for example, the
proportion of workers receiving a total of 10 days includes those with 10 full days and no half
days, 9 full days and 2 half days, 8 full days and 4 half days, and so on. Proportions then were
cumulated.
18 Includes payments other than 'length of time,' such as percentage of annual earnings or flatsum payments, converted to an equivalent time basis; for example, 2 percent of annual earnings
was considered as 1 week’s pay. Periods of service are chosen arbitrarily and do not necessarily
reflect individual provisions for progression; for example, changes in proportions at 10 years
include changes between 5 and 10 years. Estimates are cumulative. Thus, the proportion eligible
for at least 3 weeks’ pay after 10 years includes those eligible for at least 3 weeks’ pay after
fewer years of service.
14 Estimates listed after type of benefit are for all plans for which at least a part of the cost is
borne by the employer. ‘Noncontributory plans’ include only those financed entirely by the
employer. Excluded are legally required plans, such as workers’ disability compensation, social
security, and railroad retirement.
15 Unduplicated total of workers receiving sick leave or sickness and accident insurance
shown separately. Sick leave plans are limited to those which definitely establish at least the
minimum number of days' pay that each employee can expect. Informal sick leave allowances
determined on an individual basis are excluded.
18 Unduplicated total of workers eligible for coverage under an insurance plan providing
hospitalization, sugical, medical, major medical, or dental benefits shown separately.

Appendix A.
Scope and Method
of Survey

In each of the 71 areas1 currently surveyed, the Bureau obtains wages and related
benefits data from representative establishments within six broad industry divisions:
Manufacturing; transportation, communication, and other public utilities; wholesale
trade; retail trade; finance, insurance, and real estate; and services. Government
operations and the construction and extractive industries are excluded. Establishments
having fewer than a prescribed number of workers are also excluded because of
insufficient employment in the occupations studied. Appendix table 1 shows the number
of establishments and workers estimated to be within the scope of this survey, as well as
the number actually studied.
Bureau field representatives obtain data by personal visits at 3-year intervals. In each
of the two intervening years, information on employment and occupational earnings
only is collected by a combination of personal visit, mail questionnaire, and telephone
interview from establishments participating in the previous survey.
A sample of the establishments in the scope of the survey is selected for study prior to
each personal visit survey. This sample, minus establishments which go out of business
or are no longer within the industrial scope of the survey, is retained for the following
two annual surveys. In most cases, establishments new to the area are not considered in
the scope of the survey until the selection of a sample for a personal visit survey.
The sampling procedures involve detailed stratification of all establishments within
the scope of an individual area survey by industry and number of employees. From this
stratified universe a probability sample is selected, with each establishment having a
predetermined chance of selection. To obtain optimum accuracy at minimum cost, a
greater proportion of large than small establishments is selected. When data are
combined, each establishment is weighted according to its probability of selection so
that unbiased estimates are generated. For example, if one out of four establishments is
selected, it is given a weight of 4 to represent itself plus three others. An alternate of the
same original probability is chosen in the same industry-size classification if data are not
available from the original sample member. If no suitable substitute is available,
additional weight is assigned to a sample member that is similar to the missing unit.
Occupations and earnings

Occupations selected for study are common to a variety of manufacturing and
nonmanufacturing industries, and are of the following types: (1) Office clerical; (2)
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movement and custodial. Occupational classification is based on a uniform set of job
descriptions designed to take account of interestablishment variation in duties within
the same job. Occupations selected for study are listed and described in appendix B.
Unless otherwise indicated, the earnings data following the job titles are for all
industries combined. Earnings data for some of the occupations listed and described, or
for some industry divisions within the scope of the survey, are not presented in the Aseries tables because either (1) data were insufficient to provide meaningful statistical
results, or (2) there is possibility of disclosure of individual establishment data. Separate
men’s and women’s earnings data are not presented when the number of workers not
identified by sex is 20 percent or more of the men or women identified in an occupation.
Earnings data not shown separately for industry divisions are included in data for all
industries combined. Likewise, for occupations with more than one level, data are
included in the overall classification when a subclassification is not shown or
information to subclassify is not available.
Occupational employment and earnings data are shown for full-time workers, i.e.,
those hired to work a regular weekly schedule. Earnings data exclude premium pay for
overtime and for work on weekends, holidays, and late shifts. Nonproduction bonuses
are excluded, but cost-of-living allowances and incentive bonuses are included. Weekly
hours for office clerical and professional and technical occupations refer to the standard
workweek (rounded to the nearest half hour) for which employees receive regular
straight-time salaries (exclusive of pay for overtime at regular and/or premium rates).
Average weekly earnings for these occupations are rounded to the nearest half dollar.
Vertical lines within the distribution of workers on some A-tables indicate a change in
the size of the class intervals.
These surveys measure the level of occupational earnings in an area at a particular
time. Changes in an occupational average over time reflect, in addition to earnings
changes, factors such as changes in proportions of workers employed by high- or lowwage firms, or high-wage workers advancing to better jobs and being replaced by new
workers at lower rates. Such shifts in employment could decrease an occupational
average even though most establishments in an area increase wages during the year.
Changes in earnings of occupational groups, shown in table A-7, are better indicators of
wage trends than are earnings changes for individual jobs within the groups.
Average earnings reflect composite, areawide estimates. Industries and establish­
ments differ in pay level and job staffing, and thus contribute differently to the estimates

for each job. Pay averages may fail to reflect accurately the wage differential among
jobs in individual establishments.
Average pay levels for men and women in selected occupations should not be
assumed to reflect differences in pay of the sexes within individual establishments.
Factors which may contribute to differences include progression within established rate
ranges (only the rates paid incumbents are collected) and performance of specific duties
within the general survey job descriptions. Job descriptions used to classify employees
in these surveys usually are more generalized than those used in individual establish­
ments and allow for minor differences among establishments in specific duties
performed.
Occupational employment estimates represent the total in all establishments within
the scope of the study and not the number actually surveyed. Because occupational
structures among establishments differ, estimates of occupational employment obtained
from the sample of establishments studied serve only to indicate the relative importance
of the jobs studied. These differences in occupational structure do not affect materially
the accuracy of the earnings data.
Wage trends for selected occupational groups

Indexes in table A-7 measure wages at a given time, expressed as a percent of wages
during the base period. Subtracting 100 from the index yields the percent change in
wages from the base period to the date of the index. The percent increases in table A-7
relate to wage changes between the indicated dates. Annual rates of increase, where
shown, reflect the amount of increase for 12 months when the time span between
surveys was other than 12 months. These computations are based on the assumption
that wages increased at a constant rate between surveys.
The indexes and percent increases are based on changes in average hourly earnings of
men and women in establishments reporting the trend jobs in both the current and
previous year (matched establishments). The data are adjusted to remove the effect on
average earnings of employment shifts among establishments and turnover of establish­
ments included in survey samples. The percent increases, however, are still affected by
factors other than wage increases. Hirings, layoffs, and turnover may affect an
establishment average for an occupation when workers are paid under plans providing a
range of wage rates for individual jobs. In periods of increased hiring, for example, new
employees may enter at the bottom of the range, depressing the average without a
change in wage rates.
Occupations used to compute wage trends are:
Office clerical
Secretaries
Stenographers, senior
Stenographers, general
Typists, classes A and B
File clerks, classes A, B, and C
Messengers

Switchboard operators
Order clerks, classes A and B
Accounting clerks2
Payroll clerks
Key entry operators, classes A and B

Electronic data processing1
Computer systems analysts, classes A,
B, and C


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Computer programmers, classes A, B,
and C

Industrial nurses
Registered industrial nurses
Skilled maintenance
Carpenters
Electricians
Painters
Machinists

Mechanics (machinery)
Mechanics (motor vehicle)
Pipefitters
Tool and die makers
Unskilled plant

Janitors, porters, and cleaners

Material handling laborers

Percent changes for individual areas in the program are computed as follows:
1- Average earnings are computed for each occupation for the 2 years being
compared. The averages are derived from earnings in those establishments which
are in the survey both years; it is assumed that employment remains unchanged.
2. Each occupation is assigned a weight based on its proportionate employment in

the occupational group.
These weights are used to compute group averages. Each occupation’s average
earnings (computed in step 1) are multiplied by its weight. The products are
totaled to obtain a group average.
4. The ratio of group averages for 2 consecutive years is computed by dividing the
average for the current year by the average for the earlier year. The resultexpressed as a percent—less 100 is the percent change.
The index is computed by adding 100 to the most recent percent increase, multiplying
the total by the previous year’s index number, and dividing the product by 100 to obtain
the current index value.
For a more detailed description of the method used to compute these wage trends, see
‘Improving Area Wage Survey Indexes,’ Monthly Labor Review, January 1973, pp. 52­
57.
Average pay relationships within establishments

Tables A-8 through A-l 1 present occupational pay relatives derived from compari­
sons of job averages within individual establishments. The method of computation is as
follows:
1- A pay relative for any two occupations is computed for each establishment in
which they are found by dividing the average earnings for one occupation by the
average for the other and multiplying by 100 (e.g., $5 divided by $4 = 1.25 times
100 = 125).

2. Each pay relative is weighted by the number of workers in the two occupations
compared and by the weight assigned to the establishment to represent establish­
ments not included in the survey sample.
3- The weighted pay relatives for all establishments reporting the two occupations
are summed and divided by the total of the weights to produce the average pay
relatives shown in the tables.
Occupational pay relationships measured in this manner yield considerably different
results than those produced by using overall survey averages such as those shown in
tables A-l through A-6. The former measure the average pay relationships found within
establishments; the latter measure the relationships among job averages in an area. In
addition, the mix of establishments used in the comparisons may differ between the two
methods.
Establishment practices and supplementary wage provisions

The incidence of selected establishment practices and supplementary wage provi­
sions is studied for full-time production and related workers and office workers.
Production and related workers (referred to hereafter as production workers) include
working supervisors and all nonsupervisory workers (including group leaders and
trainees) engaged in fabricating, processing, assembling, inspection, receiving, storage,
handling, packing, warehousing, shipping, maintenance, repair, janitorial and guard
services, product development, auxiliary production for plant’s own use (e.g., powerplant), and recordkeeping and other services closely associated with the above produc­
tion operations. (Cafeteria and route workers are excluded in manufacturing industries
but included in nonmanufacturing industries.) In finance and insurance, no workers are
considered to be production workers. Office workers include working supervisors and
all nonsupervisory workers (including lead workers and trainees) performing clerical or
related office functions in such departments as accounting, advertising, purchasing,
collection, credit, finance, legal, payroll, personnel, sales, industrial relations, public
relations, executive, or transportation. Administrative, executive, professional, and
part-time employees as well as construction workers utilized as separate work forces are
excluded from both the production and office worker categories.
Minimum entrance salaries (table B-l). Minimum entrance salaries for office workers
relate only to the establishments visited. Because of the optimum sampling techniques
used and the probability that large establishments are more likely than small establish­
ments to have formal entrance rates above the subclerical level, the table is more
representative of policies in medium and large establishments. (The ‘X’s‘ shown under
specific weekly schedules indicate that no meaningful totals are applicable.)
Shift differentials-manufacturing (table B-2). Data were collected on policies of
manufacturing establishments regarding pay differentials for production workers on
late shifts. Establishments considered as having policies are those which (1) have
provisions in writing covering the operation of late shifts, or (2) have operated late
shifts at any time during the 12 months preceding a survey. When establishments have
several differentials which vary by job, the differential applying to the majority of the
production workers is recorded. When establishments have differentials which apply
only to certain hours of work, the differential applying to the majority of the shift hours
is recorded.

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For purposes of this study, a late shift is either a second (evening) shift which ends at
or near midnight or a third (night) shift which starts at or near midnight.
Differentials for second and third shifts are summarized separately for (1) establish­
ment policies (an establishment’s differentials are weighted by all production workers in
the establishment at the time of the survey) and (2) effective practices (an establish­
ment’s differentials are weighted by production workers employed on the specified shift
at the time of the survey).
Scheduled weekly hours; paid holidays; paid vacations; and health, insurance, and pension
plans. Provisions which apply to a majority of the production or office workers in an
establishment are considered to apply to all production or office workers in the
establishment; a practice or provision is considered nonexistent when it applies to less
than a majority. Holidays, vacations, and health and insurance plans are considered
applicable to employees currently eligible for the benefits. Pension plans are considered
applicable to employees currently eligible for participation and also to those who will
eventually become eligible.
Scheduled weekly hours and days (table B-3). Scheduled weekly hours and days refer to
the number of hours and days per week which full-time first (day) shift workers are
expected to work, whether paid for at straight- time or overtime rates.
Paid holidays (table B-4). Holidays are included if workers who are not required to work
are paid for the time off and those required to work receive premium pay or
compensatory time off. They are included only if they are granted annually on a formal
basis (provided for in written form or established by custom). Holidays are included
even though in a particular year they fall on a nonworkday and employees are not
granted another day off. Paid personal holiday plans, typically found in the automobile
and related industries, are included as paid holidays.
Data are tabulated to show the percent of workers who (1) are granted specific
numbers of whole and half holidays and (2) are granted specified amounts of total
holiday time (whole and half holidays are aggregated).
Paid vacations (table B-5). Establishments report their method of calculating vacation
pay (time basis, percent of annual earnings, flat-sum payment, etc.) and the amount of
vacation pay granted. Only basic formal plans are reported. Vacation bonuses,
vacation-savings plans, and ‘extended’ or ‘sabbatical’ benefits beyond basic plans are
excluded.
For tabulating vacation pay granted, all provisions are expressed on a time basis.
Vacation pay calculated on other than a time basis is converted to its equivalent time
period. Two percent of annual earnings, for example, is tabulated as 1 week’s vacation
pay.
Also, provisions after each specified length of service are related to all production or
office workers in an establishment regardless of length of service. Vacation plans
commonly provide for a larger amount of vacation pay as service lengthens. Counts of
production or office workers by length of service were not obtained. The tabulations of
vacation pay granted present, therefore, statistical measures of these provisions rather
than proportions of workers actually receiving specific benefits.
Health, insurance, and pension plans (table B-6). Health, insurance, and pension plans
include plans for which the employer pays either all or part of the cost. The benefits

may be underwritten by an insurance company, paid directly by an employer or union,
or provided by a health maintenance oganization. This year, for the first time in this
area, provisions for health maintenance organizations (HMO’s) are treated separately
from insurance provisions. Workers provided the option of an insurance plan or an
HMO are reported under both types of plans. A plan is included even though a majority
of the employees in an establishment do not choose to participate in it because they are
required to bear part of its cost (provided the choice to participate is available or will
eventually become available to a majority). Legally required plans such as social
security, railroad retirement, workers’ disability compensation, and temporary disabili­
ty insurance4 are excluded.
Life insurance includes formal plans providing indemnity (usually through an
insurance policy) in case of death of the covered worker.
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance is limited to plans which provide
benefit payments in case of death or loss of limb or sight as a direct result of an accident.
Sickness and accident insurance includes only those plans which provide that
predetermined cash payments be made directly to employees who lose time from work
because of illness or injury, e.g., $50 a week for up to 26 weeks of disability.
Sick leave plans are limited to formal plans5 which provide for continuing an
employee’s pay during absence from work because of illness. Data collected distinguish
between (1) plans which provide full pay with no waiting period, and (2) plans which
either provide partial pay or require a waiting period.
Long-term disability insurance plans provide payments to totally disabled employees
upon the expiration of their paid sick leave and/or sickness and accident insurance, or
after a predetermined period of disability (typically 6 months). Payments are made until
the end of the disability, a maximum age, or eligibility for retirement benefits. Full or
partial payments are almost always reduced by social security, workers’ disability
compensation, and private pension benefits payable to the disabled employee.
Hospitalization, surgical, and medical insurance plans reported in these surveys
provide full or partial payment for basic services rendered. Hospitalization insurance
covers hospital room and board and may cover other hospital expenses. Surgical
insurance covers surgeons’ fees. Medical insurance covers doctors’ fees for home,
office, or hospital calls. Plans restricted to post-operative medical care or a doctor’s
care for minor ailments at a worker’s place of employment are not considered to be
medical insurance.
Major medical insurance coverage applies to services which go beyond the basic
services covered under hospitalization, surgical, and medical insurance. Major medical
insurance typically (1) requires that a ‘deductible’ (e.g., $100) be met before benefits
begin, (2) has a coinsurance feature that requires the insured to pay a portion (e.g., 20
percent) of certain expenses, and (3) has a specified dollar maximum of benefits (e.g.,
$10,000 a year).
Dental insurance plans provide normal dental service benefits, usually for fillings,
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accident damage are not reported.
A health maintenance organization (HMO) provides a wide range of health care
services to a specified group for fixed periodic payments. An HMO directly provides
comprehensive health care services rather than indemnification or reimbursement for
medical, surgical, and hospital expenses.
Retirement pension plans provide for regular payments to the retiree for life.
Included are deferred profit-sharing plans which provide the option of purchasing a
lifetime annuity.
Health plan participation (table B-7). Estimates are presented on the percents of
production and office workers participating in selected health insurance and health
maintenance organization plans.
1 Includes 70 areas surveyed under the Bureau’s regular program plus Poughkeepsie-KingstonNewburgh, N.Y., which is surveyed under contract. In addition, the Bureau conducts more limited
area studies in approximately 100 areas at the request of the Employment Standards Administra­
tion of the U.S. Department of Labor.
2 A revised 4-level job description for accounting clerks, being introduced in this survey, is not
comparable to the previous 2-level description. Earnings of workers that could be compared to the
previous overall level were used in wage trend computations.
3 The earnings of computer operators are included in the wage trend computation for this group
in the following areas only: Albany-Schenectady-Troy, N.Y.; Fresno, Calif.; Hartford, Conn.Newark, N.J.; Paterson-Clifton-Passaic, N.J.; Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; Poughkeepsie-KingstonNewburgh, N.Y., and Worcester, Mass. In other areas, a revised job description, which is not
equivalent to the previous description, is being introduced.
* Temporary disability insurance which provides benefits to covered workers disabled by injury
or illness which is not work-connected is mandatory under State laws in California, New Jersey,
New York, and Rhode Island. Establishment plans which meet only the legal requirements are
excluded from these data, but those under which (1) employers contribute more than is legally
required or (2) benefits exceed those specified in the State law are included. In Rhode Island,
benefits are paid out of a State fund to which only employees contribute. In each of the other three
States, benefits are paid either from a State fund or through a private plan.
State fund financing: In California, only employees contribute to the State fund; in New Jersey,
employees and employers contribute; in New York, employees contribute up to a specified
maximum and employers pay the difference between the employees’ share and the total
contribution required.
Private plan financing: In California and New Jersey, employees cannot be required to
contribute more than they would if they were covered by the State fund; in New York, employees
can agree to contribute more if the State rules that the additional contribution is commensurate
with the benefit provided.
Federal legislation (Railroad Unemployment Insurance Act) provides temporary disability
insurance benefits to railroad workers for illness or injury, whether work-connected or not. The
legislation requires that employers bear the entire cost of the insurance.
5 An establishment is considered as having a formal plan if it specifies at least the minimum
number of days of sick leave available to each employee. Such a plan need not be written, but
informal sick leave allowances determined on an individual basis are excluded.

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Appendix table 1. Establishments and workers within scope of survey and number studied in Cleveland, Ohio,1 September 1980
Workers in establishments

Number of establishments

Industry division2

Minimum
employment
in establishments in scope
of study

Within scope
of study
Within scope
of study3

Studied

Total4

Studied4

Full-time
production and
related workers

Full-time
office workers

Number

Percent

369,930

100

184,555

66,729

173,196

26,555
40,174

88,485
84,711

All establishments
1,183

207

100

460
723

86
121

180,875
189,055

49
51

111,624
72,931

100
50
100
50
50

58
197
132
125
211

18
18
22
21
42

34,198
26,682
69,210
28,850
30,115

9
7
19
8
8

14,832

7,994

0
c)
c)
0

c)
c)
c)
n

27,596
3,697
29,878
14,467
9,073

152

80

215,264

100

104,243

41,628

151,448

85
67

45
35

113,505
101,759

53
47

66,796
37,447

18,972
22,656

79,882
71,566

8
2
13
7
5

25,863
5,788
48,535
16,472
5,101

12
3
23
8
2

11,365

5,903

0
c)
o
n

0
c)
0
o

25,863
1,447
27,950
12,562
3,744

Transportation, communication, and

Large establishments

500
Transportation, communication, and

8
500
8
500
33
500
11
500
7
500
Services7..................................................................................................
■The Cleveland Standard Metropolitan Statistical Area, as defined by the Office of Management and Budget through February
1974, consists of Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, and Medina Counties. The ‘workers within scope of study’ estimates provide a
reasonably accurate description of the size and composition of the labor force included in the survey. Estimates are not intended,
however, for comparison with other statistical series to measure employment trends or levels since (1) planning of wage surveys
requires establishment data compiled considerably in advance of the payroll period studied, and (2) small establishments are
excluded from the scope of the survey.
a The 1972 edition of the Standard Industrial Classification Manual was used to classify establishments by industry division. All
government operations are excluded from the scope of the survey.
3 Includes all establishments with total employment at or above the minimum limitation. All outlets (within the area) of
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categories.
s Abbreviated to ‘public utilities’ in the A- and B-series tables. Taxicabs and services incidental to water transportation are
excluded. Local-transit operations and an electric utility (supplying less than half the electricity consumed in the Cleveland area)
are municipally owned and are excluded by definition from the scope of the survey.
6 Separate data for this division are not presented in the A- and B-series tables, but the division is represented in the ‘all
industries’ and ‘nonmanufacturing’ estimates.
7 Hotels and motels; laundries and other personal services; business services; automobile repair, rental, and parking; motion
pictures; nonprofit membership organizations (excluding religious and charitable organizations); and engineering and architectur­
al services.

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Appendix table 2. Labor-management agreement coverage, Cleveland, Ohio,
September 1980

Percent of workers
All industries............................................
Manufacturing.......,................................
Nonmanufacturing.................................
Public utilities.......................................

Production and
related workers

Office
workers

70
73
65
97

8
1
14
64

Appendix table 3. Industrial composition in manufacturing, Cleveland, Ohio,
September 1980

Percent of all manufacturing workers
Transportation equipment.......................................................... 18
Motor vehicles and equipment.............................................. 15
Machinery, except electrical..................................................... 16
Metalworking machinery.......................................................... 5
Fabricated metal products......................................................... 14
Metal forgings and stampings................................................... 6
Primary metal industries............................................................ 11
Blast furnace and basic steel products..................................... 8
Electric and electronic equipment............................................ 10
Chemicals and allied products...................................................... 7
Printing and publishing................................................................. 5

Note: An establishment is considered to have a contract covering all production or
office workers if a majority of such workers is covered by a labor-management
agreement. Therefore, all other production or office workers are employed in
establishments that either do not have labor-management contracts in effect, or have
contracts that apply to fewer than half of their production or office workers. Estimates
are not necessarily representative of the extent to which all workers in the area may be
covered by the provisions of labor-management agreements, because small establish­
ments are excluded and the industrial scope of the survey is limited.


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Note: This information is based on estimates of total employment derived from
universe materials compiled before actual survey. Proportions in various industry
divisions may differ from proportions based on the results of the survey as shown in
appendix table 1.

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Appendix B.
Occupational
Descriptions

The primary purpose of preparing job descriptions for the Bureau’s wage surveys is
to assist its field representatives in classifying into appropriate occupations workers
who are employed under a variety of payroll titles and different work arrangements
from establishment to establishment and from area to area. This permits grouping
occupational wage rates representing comparable job content. Because of this emphasis
on interestablishment and interarea comparability of occupational content, the Bureau’s
job descriptions may differ significantly from those in use in individual establishments
or those prepared for other purposes. In applying these job descriptions, the Bureau’s
field representatives are instructed to exclude working supervisors; apprentices; and
part-time, temporary, and probationary workers. Handicapped workers whose earnings
are reduced because of their handicap are also excluded. Learners, beginners, and
trainees, unless specifically included in the job description, are excluded.
Listed below are several occupations for which revised descriptions or titles are
being introduced in this survey:
Accounting clerk
Key entry operator
Computer operator

Drafter
Stationary engineer
Boiler tender

The Bureau has discontinued collecting data for tabulating-machine operator,
bookkeeping-machine operator, and machine biller.

Office

a.

Positions which do not meet the ‘personal’ secretary concept described
above;

b.

Stenographers not fully trained in secretarial-type duties;

c.

Stenographers serving as office assistants to a group of professional,
technical, or managerial persons;

d.

Assistant-type positions which entail more difficult or more responsible
technical, administrative, or supervisory duties which are not typical of
secretarial work, e.g., Administrative Assistant, or Executive Assistant;

e.

Positions which do not fit any of the situations listed in the sections below
titled ‘Level of Supervisor,’ e.g., secretary to the president of a company
that employs, in all, over 5,000 persons;

f.

Trainees.

Classification by Level. Secretary jobs which meet the required characteristics are
matched at one of five levels according to (a) the level of the secretary’s supervisor
within the company’s organizational structure and, (b) the level of the secretary’s
responsibility. The tabulation following the explanations of these two factors indicates
the level of the secretary for each combination of the factors.
Level ofSecretary's Supervisor (LS)

SECRETARY

Assigned as a personal secretary, normally to one individual. Maintains a close and
highly responsive relationship to the day-to-day activities of the supervisor. Works
fairly independently receiving a minimum of detailed supervision and guidance.
Performs varied clerical and secretarial duties requiring a knowledge of office routine
and understanding of the organization, programs, and procedures related to the work of
the supervisor.
Exclusions. Not all positions that are titled ‘secretary’ possess the above characteristics.
Examples of positions which are excluded from the definition are as follows:


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LS-1
a.
b.

Secretary to the supervisor or head of a small organizational unit (e.g.,
fewer than about 25 or 30 persons); or
Secretary to a nonsupervisory staff specialist, professional employee,
administrative officer or assistant, skilled technician or expert. (NOTE:
Many companies assign stenographers, rather than secretaries as described
above, to this level of supervisory or nonsupervisory worker.)

LS-2
a.

b.

Level ofSecretary’s Responsibility (LR)

Secretary to an executive or managerial person whose responsibility is not
equivalent to one of the specific level situations in the definition for LS-3,
but whose organizational unit normally numbers at least several dozen
employees and is usually divided into organizational segments which are
often, in turn, further subdivided. In some companies, this level includes a
wide range of organizational echelons; in others, only one or two; or
Secretary to the head of an individual plant, factory, etc., (or other
equivalent level of official) that employs, in all, fewer than 5,000 persons.

This factor evaluates the nature of the work relationship between the secretary and
the supervisor, and the extent to which the secretary is expected to exercise initiative
and judgment. Secretaries should be matched at LR-1 or LR-2 described below
according to their level of responsibility.
LR-1
Performs varied secretarial duties including or comparable to most of the
following:

LS-3
ab.
c.

d.
e.

Secretary to the chairman of the board or president of a company that
employs, in all, fewer than 100 persons; or
Secretary to a corporate officer (other than chairman of the board or
president) of a company that employs, in all, over 100 but fewer than 5,000
persons; or
Secretary to the head (immediately below the officer level) over either a
major corporatewide functional activity (e.g., marketing, research, oper­
ations, industrial relations, etc.) or a major geographic or organizational
segment (e.g., a regional headquarters; a major division) of a company that
employs, in all, over 5,000 but fewer than 25,000 employees; or
Secretary to the head of an individual plant, factory, etc., (or other
equivalent level of official) that employs, in all, over 5,000 persons; or
Secretary to the head of a large and important organizational segment
(e.g., a middle management supervisor of an organizational segment often
involving as many as several hundred persons) of a company that employs,
in all, over 25,000 persons.

abc.
d.
e.
LR-2

Performs duties described under LR-1 and, in addition performs tasks requiring
greater judgment, initiative, and knowledge of office functions including or compara­
ble to most of the following:
a.
b.

LS-4
a.
b.
c.

Secretary to the chairman of the board or president of a company that
employs, in all, over 100 but fewer than 5,000 persons; or
Secretary to a corporate officer (other than the chairman of the board or
president) of a company that employs, in all, over 5,000 but fewer than
25,000 persons; or
Secretary to the head, immediately below the corporate officer level, of a
major segment or subsidiary of a company that employs, in all, over 25,000
persons.

NOTE: The term ‘corporate officer’ used in the above LS definition refers to those
officials who have a significant corporatewide policymaking role with regard to major
company activities. The title ‘vice president,’ though normally indicative of this role,
does not in all cases identify such positions. Vice presidents whose primary responsibili­
ty is to act personally on individual cases or transactions (e.g., approve or deny
individual loan or credit actions; administer individual trust accounts; directly supervise
a clerical staff) are not considered to be ‘corporate officers’ for purposes of applying the
definition.


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Answers telephones, greets personal callers, and opens incoming mail.
Answers telephone requests which have standard answers. May reply to
requests by sending a form letter.
Reviews correspondence, memoranda, and reports prepared by others for
the supervisor’s signature to ensure procedural and typographical accura­
cy.
Maintains supervisor’s calendar and makes appointments as instructed.
Types, takes and transcribes dictation, and files.

c.
d.
e.

Screens telephone and personal callers, determining which can be handled
by the supervisor’s subordinates or other offices.
Answers requests which require a detailed knowledge of office procedures
or collection of information from files or other offices. May sign routine
correspondence in own or supervisor’s name.
Compiles or assists in compiling periodic reports on the basis of general
instructions.
Schedules tentative appointments without prior clearance. Assembles
necessary background material for scheduled meetings. Makes arrange­
ments for meetings and conferences.
Explains supervisor’s requirements to other employees in supervisor’s unit.
(Also types, takes dictation, and files.)

The following tabulation shows the level of the secretary for each LS and LR
combination:
LR-1

LS-1......................................................
LS-2......................................................
LS-3......................................................
LS-4......................................................

Class E
class D
Class C
Class B

LR-2

ClassD
ClassC
ClassB
ClassA

STENOGRAPHER

Primary duty is to take dictation using shorthand, and to transcribe the dictation. May
also type from written copy. May operate from a stenographic pool. May occasionally
transcribe from voice recordings (if primary duty is transcribing from recordings, see
Transcribing-Machine Typist).
NOTE: This job is distinguished from that of a secretary in that a secretary normally
works in a confidential relationship with only one manager or executive and performs
more responsible and discretionary tasks as described in the secretary job definition.

FILE CLERK

Files, classifies, and retrieves material in an established filing system. May perform
clerical and manual tasks required to maintain files. Positions are classified into levels on
the basis of the following definitions.
Class A. Classifies and indexes file material such as correspondence, reports, technical
documents, etc., in an established filing system containing a number of varied subject
matter files. May also file this material. May keep records of various types in
conjunction with the files. May lead a small group of lower level file clerks.

Stenographer, Senior. Dictation involves a varied technical or specialized vocabulary
such as in legal briefs or reports on scientific research. May also set up and maintain
files, keep records, etc., OR
Performs stenographic duties requiring significantly greater independence and
responsibility than stenographer, general, as evidenced by the following: Work requires
a high degree of stenographic speed and accuracy; a thorough working knowledge of
general business and office procedures and of the specific business operations,
organization, policies, procedures, files, workflow, etc. Uses this knowledge in
performing stenographic duties and responsible clerical tasks such as maintaining
follow-up files; assembling material for reports, memoranda, and letters; composing
simple letters from general instructions; reading and routing incoming mail; and
answering routine questions, etc.

Class B. Sorts, codes, and files unclassified material by simple (subject matter) headings
or partly classified material by finer subheadings. Prepares simple related index and
cross-reference aids. As requested, locates clearly identified material in files and
forwards material. May perform related clerical tasks required to maintain and service
files.

Stenographer, General. Dictation involves a normal routine vocabulary. May maintain
files, keep simple records, or perform other relatively routine clerical tasks.

Performs various routine duties such as running errands, operating minor office
machines such as sealers or mailers, opening and distributing mail, and other minor
clerical work. Exclude positions that require operation of a motor vehicle as a
significant duty.

TRANSCRIBING-MACHINE TYPIST

Primary duty is to type copy of voice recorded dictation which does not involve
varied technical or specialized vocabulary such as that used in legal briefs or reports on
scientific research. May also type from written copy. May maintain files, keep simple
records, or perform other relatively routine clerical tasks. (See Stenographer definition
for workers involved with shorthand dictation.)
TYPIST

Uses a typewriter to make copies of various materials or to make out bills after
calculations have been made by another person. May include typing of stencils, mats, or
similar materials for use in duplicating processes. May do clerical work involving little
special training, such as keeping simple records, filing records and reports, or sorting
and distributing incoming mail.

Class C. Performs routine filing of material that has already been classified or which is
easily classified in a simple serial classification system (e.g., alphabetical, chronological,
or numerical). As requested, locates readily available material in files and forwards
material; and may fill out withdrawal charge. May perform simple clerical and manual
tasks required to maintain and service files.
MESSENGER

SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR

Operates a telephone switchboard or console used with a private branch exchange
(PBX) system to relay incoming, outgoing, and intrasystem calls. May provide
information to callers, record and transmit messages, keep record of calls placed and
toll charges. Besides operating a telephone switchboard or console, may also type or
perform routine clerical work (typing or routine clerical work may occupy the major
portion of the worker’s time, and is usually performed while at the switchboard or
console). Chief or lead operators in establishments employing more than one operator
are excluded. For an operator who also acts as a receptionist, see Switchboard
Operator-Receptionist.
SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR-RECEPTIONIST

Class A. Performs one or more of the following: Typing material in final form when it
involves combining material from several sources; or responsibility for correct spelling,
syllabication, punctuation, etc., of technical or unusual words or foreign language
material; or planning layout and typing of complicated statistical tables to maintain
uniformity and balance in spacing. May type routine form letters, varying details to suit
circumstances.

At a single-position telephone switchboard or console, acts both as an operator—see
Switchboard Operator—and as a receptionist. Receptionist’s work involves such duties
as greeting visitors; determining nature of visitor’s business and providing appropriate
information; referring visitor to appropriate person in the organization or contacting
that person by telephone and arranging an appointment; keeping a log of visitors.

Class B. Performs one or more of the following: Copy typing from rough or clear drafts;
or routine typing of forms, insurance policies, etc.; or setting up simple standard
tabulations; or copying more complex tables already set up and spaced properly.

Receives written or verbal customers’ purchase orders for material or merchandise
from customers or sales people. Work typically involves some combination of the
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suggesting substitutes when necessary; advising expected delivery date and method of
delivery; recording order and customer information on order sheets; checking order
sheets for accuracy and adequacy of information recorded; ascertaining credit rating of
customer; furnishing customer with acknowledgement of receipt of order; following up
to see that order is delivered by the specified date or to let customer know of a delay in
delivery; maintaining order file; checking shipping invoice against original order.
Exclude workers paid on a commission basis or whose duties include any of the following:
Receiving orders for services rather than for material or merchandise; providing
customers with consultative advice using knowledge gained from engineering or
extensive technical training; emphasizing selling skills; handling material or merchan­
dise as an integral part of the job.
Positions are classified into levels according to the following definitions:

reviewed by the supervisor or are controlled by mechanisms built into the accounting
system. NOTE: Excluded from class A are positions responsible for maintaining either a
general ledger or a general ledger in combination with subsidiary accounts.
Class B. Uses a knowledge of double entry bookkeeping in performing one or more of
the following: Posts actions to journals, identifying subsidiary accounts affected and
debit and credit entries to be made and assigning proper codes; reviews computer
printouts against manually maintained journals, detecting and correcting erroneous
postings, and preparing documents to adjust accounting classifications and other data;
or reviews lists of transactions rejected by an automated system, determining reasons
for rejections, and preparing necessary correcting material. On routine assignments,
employee selects and applies established procedures and techniques. Detailed instruc­
tions are provided for difficult or unusual assignments. Completed work and methods
used are reviewed for technical accuracy.

Class A. Handles orders that involve making judgments such as choosing which specific
product or material from the establishment’s product lines will satisfy the customer’s
needs, or determining the price to be quoted when pricing involves more thair merely
referring to a price list or making some simple mathematical calculations.

Class C. Performs one or more routine accounting clerical operations such as:
Examining, verifying, and correcting accounting transactions to ensure completeness
and accuracy of data and proper identification of accounts, and checking that
expenditures will not exceed obligations in specified accounts; totaling; balancing, and
reconciling collection vouchers; posting data to transaction sheets where employee
identifies proper accounts and items to be posted; and coding documents in accordance
with a chart (listing) of accounts. Employee follows specific and detailed accounting
procedures. Completed work is reviewed for accuracy and compliance with proce­
dures.

Class B. Handles orders involving items which have readily identified uses and
applications. May refer to a catalog, manufacturer’s manual, or similar document to
insure that proper item is supplied or to verify price of ordered item.
ACCOUNTING CLERK

Performs one or more accounting clerical tasks such as posting to registers and
ledgers; reconciling bank accounts; verifying the internal consistency, completeness,
and mathematical accuracy of accounting documents; assigning prescribed accounting
distribution codes; examining and verifying the clerical accuracy of various types of
reports, lists, calculations, postings, etc.; preparing journal vouchers; or making entries
or adjustments to accounts.
Levels C and D require a basic knowledge of routine clerical methods and office
practices and procedures as they relate to the clerical processing and recording of
transactions and accounting information. Levels A and B require a knowledge and
understanding of the established and standardized bookkeeping and accounting proce­
dures and techniques used in an accounting system, or a segment of an accounting
system, where there are few variations in the types of transactions handled. In addition,
some jobs at each level may require a basic knowledge and understanding of the
terminology, codes, and processes used in an automated accounting system.

Class D. Performs very simple and routine accounting clerical operations, for example,
recognizing and comparing easily identified numbers and codes on similar and
repetitive accounting documents, verifying mathematical accuracy, and identifying
discrepancies and bringing them to the supervisor’s attention. Supervisor gives clear
and detailed instructions for specific assignments. Employee refers to supervisor all
matters not covered by instructions. Work is closely controlled and reviewed in detail
for accuracy, adequacy, and adherence to instructions.
PAYROLL CLERK

Performs the clerical tasks necessary to process payrolls and to maintain payroll
records. Work involves most of the following: Processing workers’ time or production
records; adjusting workers’ records for changes in wage rates, supplementary benefits,
or tax deductions; editing payroll listings against source records; tracing and correcting
errors in listings; and assisting in preparation of periodic summary payroll reports. In a
nonautomated payroll system, computes wages. Work may require a practical knowl­
edge of governmental regulations, company payroll policy, or the computer system for
processing payrolls.

Class A. Maintains journals or subsidiary ledgers of an accounting system and balances
and reconciles accounts. Typical duties include one or both of the following: Reviews
invoices and statements (verifying information, ensuring sufficient funds have been
obligated, and if questionable, resolving with the submitting unit, determining accounts
involved, coding transactions, and processing material through data processing for
application in the accounting system); and/or analyzes and reconciles computer
printouts with operating unit reports (contacting units and researching causes of
discrepancies, and taking action to ensure that accounts balance). Employee resolves
problems in recurring assignments in accordance with previous training and experience.
Supervisor provides suggestions for handling unusual or on-recurring transactions.
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Operates keyboard-controlled data entry device such as keypunch machine or keyoperated magnetic tape or disk encoder to transcribe data into a form suitable for
computer processing. Work requires skill in operating an alphanumeric keyboard and
an understanding of transcribing procedures and relevant data entry equipment.
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Class B. Works independently or under only general direction on problems that are
relatively uncomplicated to analyze, plan, program, and operate. Problems are of
limited complexity because sources of input data are homogeneous and the output data
are closely related. (For example, develops systems for maintaining depositor accounts
in a bank, maintaining accounts receivable in a retail establishment, or maintaining
inventory accounts in a manufacturing or wholesale establishment.) Confers with
persons concerned to determine the data processing problems and advises subjectmatter personnel on the implications of the data processing systems to be applied. OR
Works on a segment of a complex data processing scheme or system, as described for
class A. Works independently on routine assignments and receives instruction and
guidance on complex assignments. Work is reviewed for accuracy of judgment,
compliance with instructions, and to insure proper alignment with the overall system.

Class A. Work requires the application of experience and judgment in selecting
procedures to be followed and in searching for, interpreting, selecting, or coding items
to be entered from a variety of source documents. On occasion may also perform
routine work as described for class B.
NOTE: Excluded are operators above class A using the key entry controls to access,
read, and evaluate the substance of specific records to take substantive actions, or to
make entries requiring a similar level of knowledge.
Class B. Work is routine and repetitive. Under close supervision or following specific
procedures or detailed instructions, works from various standardized source documents
which have been coded and require little or no selecting, coding, or interpreting of data
to be entered. Refers to supervisor problems arising from erroneous items, codes, or
missing information.

Class C. Works under immediate supervision, carrying out analyses as assigned, usually
of a single activity. Assignments are designed to develop and expand practical
experience in the application of procedures and skills required for systems analysis
work. For example, may assist a higher level systems analyst by preparing the detailed
specifications required by programmers from information developed by the higher
level analyst.

Professional and Technical
COMPUTER SYSTEMS ANALYST, BUSINESS

Analyzes business problems to formulate procedures for solving them by use of
electronic data processing equipment. Develops a complete description of all specifica­
tions needed to enable programmers to prepare required digital computer programs.
Work involves most of the following: Analyzes subject-matter operations to be
automated and identifies conditions and criteria required to achieve satisfactory results;
specifies number and types of records, files, and documents to be used; outlines actions
to be performed by personnel and computers in sufficient detail for presentation to
management and for programming (typically this involves preparation of work and
data flow charts); coordinates the development of test problems and participates in trial
runs of new and revised systems; and recommends equipment changes to obtain more
effective overall operations. (NOTE: Workers performing both systems analysis and
programming should be classified as systems analysts if this is the skill used to determine
their pay.)
Does not include employees primarily responsible for the management or supervision
of other electronic data processing employees, or systems analysts primarily concerned
with scientific or engineering problems.
For wage study purposes, systems analysts are classified as follows:

COMPUTER PROGRAMMER, BUSINESS

Converts statements of business problems, typically prepared by a systems analyst,
into a sequence of detailed instructions which are required to solve the problems by
automatic data processing equipment. Working from charts or diagrams, the program­
mer develops the precise instructions which, when entered into the computer system in
coded language, cause the manipulation of data to achieve desired results. Work
involves most of the following: Applies knowledge of computer capabilities, mathemat­
ics, logic employed by computers, and particular subject matter involved to analyze
charts and diagrams of the problem to be programmed; develops sequence of program
steps; writes detailed flow charts to show order in which data will be processed;
converts these charts to coded instructions for machine to follow; tests and corrects
programs; prepares instructions for operating personnel during production run;
analyzes, reviews, and alters programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new
requirements; maintains records of program development and revisions. (NOTE:
Workers performing both systems analysis and programming should be classified as
systems analysts if this is the skill used to determine their pay.)
Does not include employees primarily responsible for the management or supervision
of other electronic data processing employees, or programmers primarily concerned
with scientific and/or engineering problems.
For wage study purposes, programmers are classified as follows:

Class A. Works independently or under only general direction on complex problems
involving all phases of systems analysis. Problems are complex because of diverse
sources of input data and multiple-use requirements of output data. (For example,
develops an integrated production scheduling, inventory control, cost analysis, and
sales analysis record in which every item of each type is automatically processed
through the full system of records and appropriate follow-up actions are initiated by the
computer.) Confers with persons concerned to determine the data processing problems
and advises subject-matter personnel on the implications of new or revised systems of
data processing operations. Makes recommendations, if needed, for approval of major
systems installations or changes and for obtaining equipment.
May provide functional direction to lower level systems analysts who are assigned to
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Class A. Works independently or under only general direction on complex problems
which require competence in all phases of programming concepts and practices.
Working from diagrams and charts which identify the nature of desired results, major
processing steps to be accomplished, and the relationships between various steps of the
problem solving routine; plans the full range of programming actions needed to
efficiently utilize the computer system in achieving desired end products.
At this level, programming is difficult because computer equipment must be
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diverse data elements. A wide variety and extensive number of internal processing
actions must occur. This requires such actions as development of common operations
which can be reused, establishment of linkage points between operations, adjustments
to data when program requirements exceed computer storage capacity, and substantial
manipulation and resequencing of data elements to form a highly integrated program.
May provide functional direction to lower level programmers who are assigned to
assist.

Class A. In addition to work assignments described for a class B operator (see below) the
work of a class A operator involves at least one of the following:
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Class B. Works independently or under only general direction on relatively simple
programs, or on simple segments of complex programs. Programs (or segments) usually
process information to produce data in two or three varied sequences or formats.
Reports and listings are produced by refining, adapting, arraying, or making minor
additions to or deletions from input data which are readily available. While numerous
records may be processed, the data have been refined in prior actions so that the
accuracy and sequencing of data can be tested by using a few routine checks. Typically,
the program deals with routine recordkeeping operations. OR
Works on complex programs (as described for class A) under close direction of a
higher level programmer or supervisor. May assist higher level programmer by
independently performing less difficult tasks assigned, and performing more difficult
tasks under fairly close direction.
May guide or instruct lower level programmers.

An operator at this level typically guides lower level operators.
Class B. In addition to established production runs, work assignments include runs
involving new programs, applications, and procedures (i.e., situations which require the
operator to adapt to a variety of problems). At this level, the operator has the training
and experience to work fairly independently in carrying out most assignments.
Assignments may require the operator to select from a variety of standard setup and
operating procedures. In responding to computer output instructions or error condi­
tions, applies standard operating or corrective procedures, but may deviate from
standard procedures when standard procedures fail if deviation does not materially
alter the computer unit s production plans. Refers the problem or aborts the program
when procedures applied do not provide a solution. May guide lower level operators.

Class C. Makes practical applications of programming practices and concepts usually
learned in formal training courses. Assignments are designed to develop competence in
the application of standard procedures to routine problems. Receives close supervision
on new aspects of assignments; and work is reviewed to verify its accuracy and
conformance with required procedures.

Class C. Work assignments are limited to established production runs (i.e., programs
which present few operating problems). Assignments may consist primarily of on-thejob training (sometimes augmented by classroom instruction). When learning to run
programs, the supervisor or a higher level operator provides detailed written or oral
guidance to the operator before and during the run. After the operator has gained
experience with a program, however, the operator works fairly independently in
applying standard operating or corrective procedures in responding to computer
output instructions or error conditions, but refers problems to a higher level operator or
the supervisor when standard procedures fail.

COMPUTER OPERATOR

In accordance with operating instructions, monitors and operates the control console
of a digital computer to process data. Executes runs by either serial processing
(processes one program at a time) or multiprocessing (processes two or more programs
simultaneously). The following duties characterize the work of a computer operator:
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Studies operating instructions to determine equipment setup needed.
Loads equipment with required items (tapes, cards, disks, paper, etc.).
Switches necessary auxiliary equipment into
system.
Starts and operates computer.
Responds to operating and computer output instructions.
Reviews error messages and makes corrections during operation or refers
problems.
Maintains operating record.

PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Operates peripheral equipment which directly supports digital computer operations.
Such equipment is uniquely and specifically designed for computer applications, but
need not be physically or electronically connected to a computer. Printers, plotters,
card read/punches, tape readers, tape units or drives, disk units or drives, and data
display units are examples of such equipment.
The following duties characterize the work of a peripheral equipment operator:

May test-run new or modified programs. May assist in modifying systems or
programs. The scope of this definition includes trainees working to become fully
qualified computer operators, fully qualified computer operator, and lead operators
providing technical assistance to lower level operators. It excludes workers who
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Deviates from standard procedures to avoid the loss of information or to
conserve computer time even though the procedures applied materially
alter the computer unit’s production plans.
Tests new programs, applications, and procedures.
Advises programmers and subject-matter experts on setup techniques.
Assists in (1) maintaining, modifying, and developing operating systems or
programs; (2) developing operating instructions and techniques to cover
problem situations; and/or (3) switching to emergency backup procedures
(such assistance requires a working knowledge of program language,
computer features, and software systems).

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Loading printers and plotters with correct paper; adjusting controls for
forms, thickness, tension, printing density, and location; and unloading
hard copy.
Labelling tape reels, disks, or card decks.

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selecting and interpreting data based on a knowledge of the design intent. Although
working primarily as a drafter, may occasionally perform engineering design work in
interpreting general designs prepared by others or in completing missing design details.
May provide advice and guidance to lower level drafters or serve as coordinator and
planner for large and complex drafting projects.

Checking labels and mounting and dismounting designated tape reels or
disks on specified units or drives.
Setting controls which regulate operation of the equipment.
Observing panel lights for warnings and error indications and taking
appropriate action.
Examining tapes, cards, or other material for creases, tears, or other
defects which could cause processing problems.

Class B. Prepares complete sets of complex drawings which include multiple views,
detail drawings, and assembly drawings. Drawings include complex design features
that require considerable drafting skill to visualize and portray. Assignments regularly
require the use of mathematical formulas to compute weights, load capacities,
dimensions, quantities of materials, etc. Working from sketches and verbal information
supplied by an engineer or designer, determines the most appropriate views, detail
drawings, and supplementary information needed to complete assignments. Selects
required information from precedents, manufacturers’ catalogs, and technical guides.
Independently resolves most of the problems encountered. Supervisor or designer may
suggest methods of approach or provide advice on unusually difficult problems.

This classification excludes workers (1) who monitor and operate a control console
(see computer operator) or a remote terminal, or (2) whose duties are limited to
operating decollates, bursters, separators, or similar equipment.
COMPUTER DATA LIBRARIAN

Maintains library of media (tapes, disks, cards, cassettes) used for automatic data
processing applications. The following or similar duties characterize the work of a
computer data librarian: Classifying, cataloging, and storing media in accordance with a
standardized system; upon proper requests, releasing media for processing; maintaining
records of releases and returns; inspecting returned media for damage or excessive wear
to determine whether or not they need replacing. May perform minor repairs to
damaged tapes.

NOTE: Exclude drafters performing work of similar difficulty to that described at this
level but who provide support for a variety of organizations which have widely
differing functions or requirements.
Class C. Prepares various drawings of parts and assemblies, including sectional profiles,
irregular or reverse curves, hidden lines, and small or intricate details. Work requires
use of most of the conventional drafting techniques and a working knowledge of the
terms and procedures of the industry. Familiar or recurring work is assigned in general
terms; unfamiliar assignments include information on methods, procedures, sources of
information, and precedents to be followed. Simple revisions to existing drawings may
be assigned with a verbal explanation of the desired results; more complex revisions are
produced from sketches which clearly depict the desired product.

DRAFTER

Performs drafting work requiring knowledge and skill in drafting methods, procedures,
and techniques. Prepares drawings of structures, mechanical and electrical equipment,
piping and duct systems and other similar equipment, systems, and assemblies. Uses
recognized systems of symbols, legends, shadings, and lines having specific meanings in
drawings. Drawings are used to communicate engineering ideas, designs, and informa­
tion in support of engineering functions.

Class D. Prepares drawings of simple, easily visualized parts of equipment from sketches
or marked-up prints. Selects appropriate templates and other equipment needed to
complete assignments. Drawings fit familiar patterns and present few technical
problems. Supervisor provides detailed instructions on new assignments, gives guid­
ance when questions arise, and reviews completed work for accuracy.

The following are excluded when they constitute the primary purpose of the job:
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Design work requiring the technical knowledge, skill, and ability to
conceive or originate designs;
Illustrating work requiring artistic ability;
Work involving the preparation of charts, diagrams, room arrangements,
floor plans, etc.;
Cartographic work involving the preparation of maps or plats and related
materials, and drawings of geological structures; and
Supervisory work involving the management of a drafting program or the
supervision of drafters.

Class E. Working under close supervision, traces or copies finished drawings, making
clearly indicated revisions. Uses appropriate templates to draw curved lines. Assign­
ments are designed to develop increasing skill in various drafting techniques. Work is
spot-checked during progress and reviewed upon completion.
NOTE-. Exclude drafters performing elementary tasks while receiving training in the
most basic drafting methods.

Positions are classified into levels on the basis of the following definitions.

ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN

Works on various types of electronic equipment and related devices by performing
one or a combination of the following: Installing, maintaining, repairing, overhauling,
troubleshooting, modifying, constructing, and testing. Work requires practical applica­
tion of technical knowledge of electronics principles, ability to determine malfunctions,
and skill to put equipment in required operating condition.

Class A. Works closely with design originators, preparing drawings of unusual, complex
or original designs which require a high degree of precision. Performs unusually
difficult assignments requiring considerable initiative, resourcefulness, and drafting
expertise. Assures that anticipated problems in manufacture, assembly, installation, and
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The equipment—consisting of either many different kinds of circuits or multiple
repetition of the same kind of circuit—includes, but is not limited to, the following: (a)
Electronic transmitting and receiving equipment (e.g., radar, radio, television, tele­
phone, sonar, navigational aids), (b) digital and analog computers, and (c) industrial and
medical measuring and controlling equipment.
This classification excludes repairers of such standard electronic equipment as
common office machines and household radio and television sets; production assemb­
lers and testers; workers whose primary duty is servicing electronic test instruments;
technicians who have administrative or supervisory responsibility; and drafters,
designers, and professional engineers.
Positions are classified into levels on the basis of the following definitions:

REGISTERED INDUSTRIAL NURSE

A registered nurse gives nursing service under general medical direction to ill or
injured employees or other persons who become ill or suffer an accident on the premises
of a factory or other establishment. Duties involve a combination ofthefollowing-. Giving
first aid to the ill or injured; attending to subsequent dressing of employees’ injuries;
keeping records of patients treated; preparing accident reports for compensation or
other purposes; assisting in physical examinations and health evaluations of applicants
and employees; and planning and carrying out programs involving health education,
accident prevention, evaluation of plant environment, or other activities affecting the
health, welfare, and safety of all personnel. Nursing supervisors or head nurses in
establishments employing more than one nurse are excluded.

Class A. Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems
(i.e., those that typically cannot be solved solely by reference to manufacturers’ manuals
or similar documents) in working on electronic equipment. Examples of such problems
include location and density of circuitry, electromagnetic radiation, isolating
malfunctions, and frequent engineering changes. Work involves: A detailed understan­
ding of the interrelationships of circuits; exercising independent judgment in perfor­
ming such tasks as making circuit analyses, calculating wave forms, tracing relation­
ships in signal flow; and regularly using complex test instruments (e.g., dual trace
oscilloscopes, Q-meters, deviation meters, pulse generators).
Work may be reviewed by supervisor (frequently an engineer or designer) for general
compliance with accepted practices. May provide technical guidance to lower level
technicians.

Maintenance, Toolroom, and Powerplant
MAINTENANCE CARPENTER

Performs the carpentry duties necessary to construct and maintain in good repair
building woodwork and equipment such as bins, cribs, counters, benches, partitions,
doors, floors, stairs, casings, and trim made of wood in an establishment. Work involves
most of the following: Planning and laying out of work from blueprints, drawings,
models, or verbal instructions; using a variety of carpenter’s handtools, portable power
tools, and standard measuring instruments; making standard shop computations relating
to dimensions of work; and selecting materials necessary for the work. In general, the
work of the maintenance carpenter requires rounded training and experience usually
acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.

Class B. Applies comprehensive technical knowledge to solve complex problems (i.e.,
those that typically can be solved solely by properly interpreting manufacturers’
manuals or similar documents) in working on electronic equipment. Work involves: A
familiarity with the interrelationships of circuits; and judgment in determining work
sequence and in selecting tools and testing instruments, usually less complex than those
used by the class A technician.
Receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher level technician,
and work is reviewed for specific compliance with accepted practices and work
assignments. May provide technical guidance to lower level technicians.

MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN

Performs a variety of electrical trade functions such as the installation, maintenance,
or repair of equipment for the generation, distribution, or utilization of electric energy
in an establishment. AVork involves most of the following: Installing or repairing any of a
variety of electrical equipment such as generators, transformers, switchboards, control­
lers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, or other transmission
equipment; working from blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications;
locating and diagnosing trouble in the electrical system or equipment; working standard
computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment; and using
a variety of electrician’s handtools and measuring and testing instruments. In general,
the work of the maintenance electrician requires rounded training and experience
usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.

Class C. Applies working technical knowledge to perform simple or routine tasks in
working on electronic equipment, following detailed instructions which cover virtually
all procedures. Work typically involves such tasks as: Assisting higher level technicians
by performing such activities as replacing components, wiring circuits, and taking test
readings; repairing simple electronic equipment; and using tools and common test
instruments (e.g., multimeters, audio signal generators, tube testers, oscilloscopes). Is
not required to be familiar with the interrelationships of circuits. This knowledge,
however, may be acquired through assignments designed to increase competence
(including classroom training) so that worker can advance to higher level technician.
Receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher level technician.
Work is typically spot-checked, but is given detailed review when new or advanced
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MAINTENANCE PAINTER

Paints and redecorates walls, woodwork, and fixtures of an establishment. Work
involves the following: Knowledge of surface peculiarities and types of paint required for
different applications; preparing surface for painting by removing old finish or by
placing putty or filler in nail holes and interstices; and applying paint with spray gun or
brush. May mix colors, oils, white lead, and other paint ingredients to obtain proper
color or consistency. In general, the work of the maintenance painter requires rounded
training and experience usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent
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required; and making standard tests to determine whether finished pipes meet
specifications. In general, the work of the maintenance pipefitter requires rounded
training and experience usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent
training and experience. Workers primarily engaged in installing and repairing building
sanitation or heating systems are excluded.

MAINTENANCE MACHINIST

Produces replacement parts and new parts in making repairs of metal parts of
mechanical equipment operated in an establishment. Work involves most of the
following-. Interpreting written instructions and specifications; planning and laying out
of work; using a variety of machinist’s handtools and precision measuring instruments;
setting up and operating standard machine tools; shaping of metal parts to close
tolerances; making standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling,
feeds, and speeds of machining; knowledge of the working properties of the common
metals; selecting standard materials, parts, and equipment required for this work; and
fitting and assembling parts into mechanical equipment. In general, the machinist’s
work normally requires a rounded training in machine-shop practice usually acquired
through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.

MAINTENANCE SHEET-METAL WORKER

Fabricates, installs, and maintains in good repair the sheet-metal equipment and
fixtures (such as machine guards, grease pans, shelves, lockers, tanks, ventilators,
chutes, ducts, metal roofing) of an establishment. Work involves most of the following:
Planning and laying out all types of sheet-metal maintenance work from blueprints,
models, or other specifications; setting up and operating all available types of sheetmetal working machines; using a variety of handtools in cutting, bending, forming,
shaping, fitting, and assembling; and installing sheet-metal articles as required. In
general, the work of the maintenance sheet-metal worker requires rounded training and
experience usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and
experience.

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (MACHINERY)

Repairs machinery or mechanical equipment of an establishment. Work involves
most of the following-. Examining machines and mechanical equipment to diagnose
source of trouble; dismantling or partly dismantling machines and performing repairs
that mainly involve the use of handtools in scraping and fitting parts; replacing broken
or defective parts with items obtained from stock; ordering the production of a
replacement part by a machine shop or sending the machine to a machine shop for
major repairs; preparing written specifications for major repairs or for the production
of parts ordered from machine shops; reassembling machines; and making all necessary
adjustments for operation. In general, the work of a machinery maintenance mechanic
requires rounded training and experience usually acquired through a formal apprentice­
ship or equivalent training and experience. Excluded from this classification are
workers whose primary duties involve setting up or adjusting machines.

MILLWRIGHT

Installs new machines or heavy equipment, and dismantles and installs machines or
heavy equipment when changes in the plant layout are required. Work involves most of
the following: Planning and laying out work; interpreting blueprints or other specifica­
tions; using a variety of handtools and rigging; making standard shop computations
relating to stresses, strength of materials, and centers of gravity; aligning and balancing
equipment; selecting standard tools, equipment, and parts to be used; and installing and
maintaining in good order power transmission equipment such as drives and speed
reducers. In general, the millwright’s work normally requires a rounded training and
experience in the trade acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training
and experience.

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (MOTOR VEHICLE)

Repairs automobiles, buses, motortrucks, and tractors of an establishment. Work
involves most of the following: Examining automotive equipment to diagnose source of
trouble; disassembling equipment and performing repairs that involve the use of such
handtools as wrenches, gauges, drills, or specialized equipment in disassembling or
fitting parts; replacing broken or defective parts from stock; grinding and adjusting
valves; reassembling and installing the various assemblies in the vehicle and making
necessary adjustments; and aligning wheels, adjusting brakes and lights, or tightening
body bolts. In general, the work of the motor vehicle maintenance mechanic requires
rounded training and experience usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or
equivalent training and experience.
This classification does not include mechanics who repair customers’ vehicles in
automobile repair shops.

MAINTENANCE TRADES HELPER

Assists one or more workers in the skilled maintenance trades, by performing specific
or general duties of lesser skill, such as keeping a worker supplied with materials and
tools; cleaning working area, machine, and equipment; assisting journeyman by holding
materials or tools; and performing other unskilled tasks as directed by journeyman. The
kind of work the helper is permitted to perform varies from trade to trade: In some
trades the helper is confined to supplying, lifting, and holding materials and tools, and
cleaning working areas; and in others he is permitted to perform specialized machine
operations, or parts of a trade that are also performed by workers on a full-time basis.
MACHINE-TOOL OPERATOR (TOOLROOM)

Specializes in operating one or more than one type of machine tool (e.g., jig borer,
grinding machine, engine lathe, milling machine) to machine metal for use in making or
maintaining jigs, fixtures, cutting tools, gauges, or metal dies or molds used in shaping
or forming metal or nonmetallic material (e.g., plastic, plaster, rubber, glass). Work
typically involves: Planning and performing difficult machining operations which require
complicated setups or a high degree of accuracy; setting up machine tool or tools (e.g.,
install cutting tools and adjust guides, stops, working tables, and other controls to
handle the size of stock to be machined; determine proper feeds, speeds, tooling, and

MAINTENANCE PIPEFITTER

Installs or repairs water, steam, gas, or other types of pipe and pipefittings m an
establishment. Work involves most of the following: Laying out work and measuring to
locate position of pipe from drawings or other written specifications; cutting various
sizes of pipe to correct lengths with chisel and hammer or oxyacetylene torch or pipe­
cutting machines; threading pipe with stocks and dies; bending pipe by hand-driven or
power-driven machines; assembling pipe with couplings and fastening pipe to hangers;
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operation sequence or select those prescribed in drawings, blueprints, or layouts); using
a variety of precision measuring instruments; making necessary adjustments during

machining operation to achieve requisite dimensions to very close tolerances. May be
required to select proper coolants and cutting and lubricating oils, to recognize when
tools need dressing, and to dress tools. In general, the work of a machine-tool operator
(toolroom) at the skill level called for in this classification requires extensive knowledge
of machine-shop and toolroom practice usually acquired through considerable on-thejob training and experience.
For cross-industry wage study purposes, this classification does not include machinetool operators (toolroom) employed in tool and die jobbing shops.

and efficient boiler operation and to meet demands for steam or high-temperature
water. May also do one or more of the following: Maintain a log in which various
aspects of boiler operation are recorded; clean, oil, make minor repairs or assist in
repairs to boilerroom equipment; and, following prescribed methods, treat boiler water
with chemicals and analyze boiler water for such things as acidity, causticity, and
alkalinity.
The classification excludes workers in establishments producing electricity, steam, or
heated or cooled air primarily for sale.

Material Movement and Custodial

TOOL AND DIE MAKER

Constructs and repairs jigs, fixtures, cutting tools, gauges, or'metal dies or molds used
in shaping or forming metal or nonmetallic material (e.g., plastic, plaster, rubber, glass).
Work typically involves-. Planning and laying out work according to models, blueprints,
drawings, or other written or oral specifications; understanding the working properties
of common metals and alloys; selecting appropriate materials, tools, and processes
required to complete task; making necessary shop computations; setting up and
operating various machine tools and related equipment; using various tool and die
maker’s handtools and precision measuring instruments; working to very close
tolerances; heat-treating metal parts and finished tools and dies to achieve required
qualities; fitting and assembling parts to prescribed tolerances and allowances. In
general, the tool and die maker’s work requires rounded training in machine-shop and
toolroom practice usually acquired through formal apprenticeship or equivalent
training and experience.
For cross-industry wage study purposes, this classification does not include tool and
die makers who (1) are employed in tool and die jobbing shops or (2) produce forging
dies (die sinkers).
STATIONARY ENGINEER

Operates and maintains one or more systems which provide an establishment with
such services as heat, air-conditioning (cool, humidify, dehumidify, filter, and circulate
air), refrigeration, steam or high-temperature water, or electricity. Duties involve:
Observing and interpreting readings on gauges, meters, and charts which register
various aspects of the system’s operation; adjusting controls to insure safe and efficient
operation of the system and to meet demands for the service provided; recording in logs
various aspects of the system’s operation; keeping the engines, machinery, and
equipment of the system in good working order. May direct and coordinate activities of
other workers (not stationary engineers) in performing tasks directly related to
operating and maintaining the system or systems.
The classification excludes head or chief engineers in establishments employing more
than one engineer; workers required to be skilled in the repair of electronic control
equipment; and workers in establishments producing electricity, steam, or heated or
cooled air primarily for sale.
BOILER TENDER

Tends one or more boilers to produce steam or high-temperature water for use in an
establishment. Fires boiler. Observes and interprets readings on gauges, meters, and
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TRUCKDRIVER

Drives a truck within a city or industrial area to transport materials, merchandise,
equipment, or workers between various types of establishments such as: Manufacturing
plants, freight depots, warehouses, wholesale and retail establishments, or between
retail establishments and customers’ houses or places of business. May also load or
unload truck with or without helpers, make minor mechanical repairs, and keep truck in
good working order. Salesroute and over-the-road drivers are excluded.
For wage study purposes, truckdrivers are classified by type and rated capacity of
truck, as follows:
Truckdriver, light truck
(straight truck, under 1 1/2 tons, usually 4 wheels)
Truckdriver, medium truck
(straight truck, 1 1/2 to 4 tons inclusive, usually 6 wheels)
Truckdriver, heavy truck
(straight truck, over 4 tons, usually 10 wheels)
Truckdriver, tractor-trailer
SHIPPER AND RECEIVER

Performs clerical and physical tasks in connection with shipping goods of the
establishment in which employed and receiving incoming shipments. In performing
day-to-day, routine tasks, follows established guidelines. In handling unusual nonrou­
tine problems, receives specific guidance from supervisor or other officials. May direct
and coordinate the activities of other workers engaged in handling goods to be shipped
or being received.
Shippers typically are responsible for most of the following: Verifying that orders are
accurately filled by comparing items and quantities of goods gathered for shipment
against documents; insuring that shipments are properly packaged, identified with
shipping information, and loaded into transporting vehicles; preparing and keeping
records of goods shipped, e.g., manifests, bills of lading.
Receivers typically are responsible for most of the following: Verifying the correct­
ness of incoming shipments by comparing items and quantities unloaded against bills of
lading, invoices, manifests, storage receipts, or other records; checking for damaged
goods; insuring that goods are appropriately identified for routing to departments
within the establishment; preparing and keeping records of goods received.
For wage study purposes, workers are classified as follows:
Shipper

Receiver
Shipper and receiver
WAREHOUSEMAN

As directed, performs a variety of warehousing duties which require an understanding
of the establishment’s storage plan. Work involves most of the following-. Verifying
materials (or merchandise) against receiving documents, noting and reporting discrep­
ancies and obvious damages; routing materials to prescribed storage locations; storing,
stacking, or palletizing materials in accordance with prescribed storage methods;
rearranging and taking inventory of stored materials; examining stored materials and
reporting deterioration and damage; removing material from storage and preparing it
for shipment. May operate hand or power trucks in performing warehousing duties.
Exclude workers whose primary duties involve shipping and receiving work (see
Shipper and Receiver and Shipping Packer), order filling (see Order Filler), or
operating power trucks (see Power-Truck Operator).
ORDER FILLER

Fills shipping or transfer orders for finished goods from stored merchandise in
accordance with specifications on sales slips, customers’ orders, or other instructions.
May, in addition to filling orders and indicating items filled or omitted, keep records of
outgoing orders, requisition additional stock or report short supplies to supervisor, and
perform other related duties.
SHIPPING PACKER

Prepares finished products for shipment or storage by placing them in shipping
containers, the specific operations performed being dependent upon the type, size, and
number of units to be packed, the type of container employed, and method of shipment.
Work requires the placing of items in shipping containers and may involve one or more of
the following-. Knowledge of various items of stock in order to verify content; selection
of appropriate type and size of container; inserting enclosures in container; using
excelsior or other material to prevent breakage or damage; closing and sealing
container; and applying labels or entering identifying data on container. Packers who
also make wooden boxes or crates are excluded.
MATERIAL HANDLING LABORER

A worker employed in a warehouse, manufacturing plant, store, or other establish­
ment whose duties involve one or more of the following-. Loading and unloading various
materials and merchandise on or from freight cars, trucks, or other transporting
devices; unpacking, shelving, or placing materials or merchandise in proper storage
location; and transporting materials or merchandise by handtruck, car, or wheelbarrow.
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POWER-TRUCK OPERATOR

Operates a manually controlled gasoline- or electric-powered truck or tractor to
transport goods and materials of all kinds about a warehouse, manufacturing plant, or
other establishment.
For wage study purposes, workers are classified by type of powertruck, as follows:
Forklift operator
Power-truck operator (other than forklift)
GUARD

Protects property from theft or damage, or persons from hazards or interference.
Duties involve serving at a fixed post, making rounds on foot or by motor vehicle, or
escorting persons or property. May be deputized to make arrests. May also help visitors
and customers by answering questions and giving directions.
Guards employed by establishments which provide protective services on a contract
basis are included in this occupation.
For wage study purposes, guards are classified as follows:
Class A. Enforces regulations designed to prevent breaches of security. Exercises
judgment and uses discretion in dealing with emergencies and security violations
encountered. Determines whether first response should be to intervene directly (asking
for assistance when deemed necessary and time allows), to keep situation under
surveillance, or to report situation so that it can be handled by appropriate authority.
Duties require specialized training in methods and techniques of protecting security
areas. Commonly, the guard is required to demonstrate continuing physical fitness and
proficiency with firearms or other special weapons.
Class B. Carries out instructions primarily oriented toward insuring that emergencies
and security violations are readily discovered and reported to appropriate authority.
Intervenes directly only in situations which require minimal action to safeguard
property or persons. Duties require minimal training. Commonly, the guard is not
required to demonstrate physical fitness. May be armed, but generally is not required to
demonstrate proficiency in the use of firearms or special weapons.
JANITOR, PORTER, OR CLEANER

Cleans and keeps in an orderly condition factory working areas and washrooms, or
premises of an office, apartment house, or commercial or other establishment. Duties
involve a combination of the following-. Sweeping, mopping or scrubbing, and polishing
floors; removing chips, trash, and other refuse; dusting equipment, furniture, or fixtures;
polishing metal fixtures or trimmings; providing supplies and minor maintenance
services; and cleaning lavatories, showers, and restrooms. Workers who specialize in
window washing are excluded.

Area Wage Surveys
A list of the latest bulletins available is presented below. Bulletins may be purchased from any of
the BLS regional offices shown on the back cover, or from the Superintendent of Documents,
U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D. C. 20402. Make checks payable to Superin­
tendent of Documents. A directory of occupational wage surveys, covering the years 1970 through
1977, is available on request.

Bulletin number
and price*

Area
Akron, Ohio, Dec. 1978 ........................................................
Albany-Schenectady-Troy, N.Y., Sept. 1980'.......................
Anaheim-Santa Ana-Garden Grove, Calif., Oct. 1979.........
Atlanta, Ga., May 1980 ........................................................
Baltimore, Md., Aug. 1980 ...................................................
Billings, Mont., July 1980'.....................................................
Birmingham, Ala., Mar. 1978 ...............................................
Boston, Mass., Aug. 1980 .....................................................
Buffalo, N.Y., Oct. 1979 ......................................................
Canton, Ohio, May 1978 .......................................................
Chattanooga, Tenn.—Ga., Sept. 1980..................................
Chicago, 111., May 1980'........................................................
Cincinnati, Ohio—Ky.—Ind., July 1980 ..............................
Cleveland, Ohio, Sept. 1980'.................................................
Columbus, Ohio, Oct. 1979 ...................................................
Corpus Christi, Tex., July 1980.............................................
Dallas—Fort Worth, Tex., Dec. 1979....................................
Davenport—Rock Island—Moline, Iowa—111., Feb. 1980' ..
Dayton, Ohio, Dec. 1979 ........................................................
Daytona Beach, Fla., Aug. 1980' ...........................................
Denver—Boulder, Colo., Dec. 1979 ........................................
Detroit, Mich., Mar. 1980 ......................................................
Fresno, Calif., June 1980' .......................................................
Gainesville, Fla., Sept. 1979.....................................................
Gary—Hammond—East Chicago, Ind., Oct. 1979'...............
Green Bay, Wis., July 1980 .....................................................
Greensboro—Winston-Salem—High Point, N.C., Aug. 1979
Greenville—Spartanburg, S.C., June 1980 ............................
Hartford, Conn., Mar. 1980'...................................................
Houston, Tex., Apr. 1980'.......................................................
Huntsville, Ala., Feb. 1980'.....................................................
Indianapolis, Ind., Oct. 1979...................................................
Jackson, Miss., Jan. 1980 .......................................................
Jacksonville, Fla., Dec. 1979' .................................................
Kansas City, Mo.—Kans., Sept. 1980......................................
Los Angeles—Long Beach, Calif., Oct. 1979 .........................
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2050-48
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2025-15
3000-40
2050-65
2025-22
3000-44
3000-26
3000-32
3000-46
2050-61
3000-28
2050-67
3000- 5
2050-64
3000-33
2050-72
3000- 7
3000-30
2050-45
2050-60
3000-22
2050-49
3000-16
3000-19
3000-18
3000-14
2050-54
3000- 2
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3000-42
2050-59
2050-66

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$2.25
$1.50
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$0.80
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$0.70
$1.75
$3.25
$2.25
$3.25
$2.25
$1.75
$2.25
$2.25
$2.00
$1.75
$2.25
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Bulletin number
and price*

Memphis, Tenn.—Ark.—Miss., Nov. 1979'..................................................... 2050-56
Miami, Fla., Oct. 1979 ........................... .............................................
2050-55
Milwaukee, Wis., Apr. 1980 ...................................................................... ' ' 3000-10
Minneapolis—St. Paul, Minn.—Wis., Jan. 1980 .............................. 3000- 1
Nassau—Suffolk, N.Y., June 1980............... ....................... ........................... 3000-29
Newark, N.J., Jan. 1980'.................................................................................... 3000. 8
New Orleans, La., Oct. 1979 .............................................................................. 2050-53
New York, N.Y.—N.J., May 1980 .............................................................
3000-24
Norfolk—Virginia Beach—Portsmouth, Va.—N.C., May 1980 ....................... 3000-20
Norfolk—Virginia Beach—Portsmouth and Newport News—
Hampton, Va.—N.C., May 1978 ................................................................... 2025-21
Northeast Pennsylvania, Aug. 1980 .................................................................. 3000-37
Oklahoma City, Okla., Aug. 1980'.............................................................’’’’ 3000-41
Omaha, Nebr.—Iowa, Oct. 1979 ......................................................... 2050-51
Paterson—Clifton—Passaic, N.J., June 1980'.................................. 3000-34
Philadelphia, Pa.—N.J., Nov. 19791 ................................ ............................. 2050-57
Pittsburgh, Pa., Jan. 1980 .................................................................................. 3000- 3
Portland, Maine, Dec. 1979................................................................................ 2050-63
Portland, Oreg.—Wash., May 1979 .........................................................'' ’ ’ ’ 2050-27
Poughkeepsie, N.Y., June 1980‘.................................................................. '
3000-35
Poughkeepsie—Kingston—Newburgh, N.Y., June 1980'............................ 3000-39
Providence—Warwick—Pawtucket, R.I.—Mass., June 1980 .........
3000-27
Richmond, Va., June 980'.................................................................. ^ ^ ! 3000-23
St. Louis, Mo.—111., Mar. 1980................. ..............................................
3000-12
Sacramento, Calif., Dec. 1979.............................................................’ ’ ’
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Saginaw, Mich., Nov. 1979*................. ..........................................
2050-52
Salt Lake City—Ogden, Utah, Nov. 1979 ............................................2050-62
San Antonio, Tex., May 19801.......................................................................... 3000-17
San Diego, Calif., Nov. 1979................................................................
2050-70
San Francisco—Oakland, Calif., Mar. 1980 ..................................................... 3000- 9
San Jose, Calif., Mar. 1980 .......................................................................’ ’' 3000- 6
Seattle—Everett, Wash., Dec. 1979'................................................... 2050-68
South Bend, Ind., Aug. 1980.................................................
3000-36
Toledo, Ohio—Mich., May 1980 ...................................................................... 3000-13
Trenton, N.J., Sept. 1980 ................................................................................... 3000-43
Utica—Rome, N.Y., July 1978 .......................................................................... 2025-34
Washington, D.C.—Md.—Va., Mar. 1980 .............................. 3000- 4
Wichita, Kans., Apr. 1980' ..................................................
3000-15
Worcester, Mass., Apr. 1980' ........................................................................ 3000-25
York, Pa., Feb. 1980........................................................................................... 3000-11
* Prices are determined by the Government Printing Office and are subject to change.
Data on establishment practices and supplementary wage provisions are also presented.

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$2^25
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$325
$2.25
$2 25
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$0.80
$175

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$2^25
$3 00
$2 25
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$2^25
$1 75
$175
$1.75
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Bureau of Labor Statistics
Washington, D.C. 20212

Third Class Mail
U.S. MAIL

Official Business
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Lab-441

Bureau of Labor Statistics Regional Offices
Region I

Region II

Region III

Region IV

1603 JFK Federal Building
Government Center
Boston, Mass. 02203
Phone: 223-6761 (Area Code 617)

Suite 3400
1515 Broadway
New York, N Y 10036
Phone: 944-3121 (Area Code 212)

3535 Market Street.
P.O. Box 13309
Philadelphia. Pa 19101
Phone 596-1154 (Area Code 215)

Suite 540
1371 Peachtree St.. N E.
Atlanta. Ga. 30367
Phone: 881-4418 (Area Code 404)

Connecticut
Maine
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New Hampshire
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New Jersey
New York
Puerto Rico
Virgin Islands

Delaware
District of Columbia
Maryland
Pennsylvania
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Alabama
Florida
Georgia
Kentucky
Mississippi
North Carolina
South Carolina
Tennessee

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Region VI

Regions VII and VIII

Regions IX and X

9th Floor, 230 S Dearborn St.
Chicago. III. 60604
Phone: 353-1880 (.Area Gqde 312)

Second Floor
555 Griffin Square Building
Dallas. Tex. 75202
Phone: 767-6971 (Area Code 214)

Federal Office Building
911 Walnut St., 15th Floor
Kansas City, Mo. 64106
Phone: 374-2481 (Area Code 816)

450 Golden Gate Ave.
Box 36017
San Francisco, Calif. 94102
Phone: 556-4678 (Area Code 415)

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Louisiana
New Mexico
Oklahoma
Texas

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Kansas
Missouri
Nebraska

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Montana
North Dakota
South Dakota
Utah
Wyoming

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California
Hawaii
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