Shampooers
SOC Code: 39-5093 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Shampoo and rinse customers' hair.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Shampooers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL | $29,120 | $32,594 | $36,088 | $39,562 |
| Sebring, FL | $29,349 | $32,490 | $35,610 | $38,750 |
| Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL | $28,808 | $32,032 | $35,277 | $38,501 |
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL | $26,312 | $30,014 | $33,717 | $37,419 |
| Trenton-Princeton, NJ | $32,198 | $33,821 | $35,464 | $37,086 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $33,280 | $34,237 | $35,214 | $36,171 |
| El Centro, CA | $34,840 | $35,235 | $35,651 | $36,046 |
| Fresno, CA | $34,840 | $35,235 | $35,651 | $36,046 |
| Chico, CA | $34,840 | $35,235 | $35,651 | $36,046 |
| Hanford-Corcoran, CA | $34,840 | $35,235 | $35,651 | $36,046 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 3.2 | |
| Active Listening | 3.1 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.0 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.8 | |
| Coordination | 2.8 | |
| Monitoring | 2.8 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 2.5 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.5 | |
| Critical Thinking | 2.5 | |
| Time Management | 2.5 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.2 |
| English Language | 4.1 |
| Sales and Marketing | 3.2 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.7 |
| Chemistry | 2.7 |
| Education and Training | 2.7 |
| Psychology | 2.6 |
| Administration and Management | 2.2 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Some college | 67.5% |
| High school diploma | 18.4% |
| Less than high school | 13.1% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 1.1% |
Typical Tasks
- Massage, shampoo, and condition patron's hair and scalp to clean them and remove excess oil.
- Advise patrons with chronic or potentially contagious scalp conditions to seek medical treatment.
- Treat scalp conditions and hair loss, using specialized lotions, shampoos, or equipment such as infrared lamps or vibrating equipment.
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