Occupation

Shampooers

Human Advantage 67%

Significant human skills needed

AI Automation Risk Moderate Risk
3.9 / 10

Some tasks in this role may be augmented by AI, but human oversight and interpersonal skills remain important.

Shampoo and rinse customers' hair.

Also Known As: Hair Assistant, Hair Shampoo Assistant, Salon Shampoo Assistant, Scalp Treatment Operator, Scalp Treatment Specialist, Shampoo Assistant, Shampoo Person, Shampoo Specialist +4 more

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Core Tasks

  1. Massage, shampoo, and condition patron's hair and scalp to clean them and remove excess oil.
  2. Advise patrons with chronic or potentially contagious scalp conditions to seek medical treatment.
  3. Treat scalp conditions and hair loss, using specialized lotions, shampoos, or equipment such as infrared lamps or vibrating equipment.

Supplemental Tasks (1)

  1. Maintain treatment records.

Emerging Tasks

New and evolving responsibilities for this role:

  • Assist hair stylists with chemical services, such as neutralizing perms and applying hair color.
  • Launder and fold the towels that are used for drying customers' hair.
  • Refill and stock work stations with supplies, such as shampoos and conditioners.
  • Rinse out hair color or permanent solutions from customers' hair.
  • Sweep hair from the salon floor.

Education & Training

Job Zone 2 Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
On-the-Job Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

Education Level Distribution

Percentage of workers in this occupation with each education level.

Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in agriculture or natural resources, computer services, personal or culinary services, engineering technologies, healthcare, construction trades, mechanic and repair technologies, or precision production)
68%
High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED)
18%
Less than a High School Diploma
13%
Some College Courses
1%

Technology & Tools

Hot Technologies

  • Facebook

Software (5)

  • Appointment scheduling software
  • Email software
  • Inventory tracking software
  • Web browser software

Tools & Equipment (12)

  • Commercial dryers
  • Commercial washing machines
  • Electric coffeemakers
  • Hair brushes
  • Hair combs
  • Hair rollers
  • Infrared heat lamps
  • Multiline telephone systems
  • Permanent rods
  • Personal computers
  • Shampoo basins
  • Shampoo chairs

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