Critical Thinking Skills and Careers
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
910 occupations report this skill · Category: Essential Skills · O*NET element 2.A.2.a
Occupations reporting Critical Thinking
Importance and level are O*NET scale values. Ordered by reported importance. A skill rating does not indicate hiring outcomes.
| Occupation | Importance | Level | National median wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tapers | 2.5 | 2.0 | $68,270 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 2.5 | 2.5 | $31,200 |
| Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials | 2.5 | 2.3 | $35,060 |
| Machine Feeders and Offbearers | 2.5 | 2.6 | $41,220 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 2.5 | 2.0 | $40,240 |
| Dishwashers | 2.5 | 2.0 | $34,810 |
| Sewers, Hand | 2.5 | 2.1 | $36,480 |
| Slaughterers and Meat Packers | 2.4 | 1.9 | $40,130 |
| Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants | 2.4 | 2.3 | $36,300 |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | 2.3 | 2.0 | $35,830 |
Career and skills data: O*NET 31.0 (onetcenter.org). Figures are published survey estimates, not real-time market data.