In the current era, there are multiple types of work, according to a series of characteristics. Likewise, there are different classifications through which we can locate one type of work or another.
In this article we have selected five parameters through which we will describe different types of work with their respective examples.
We are going to classify the different types of work according to five parameters, obtaining a total of 13 types of work that exist in the world of work.
1. Depending on the main tool
The first classification that we will make of the existing types of work is based on the main tool in each of them. That is, depending on whether you primarily use your hands, creativity or intellect.
1.1. Handwork
The first of the types of work that we are going to describe is manual work. This type of work involves primary use of hands
Many consider it the oldest work in the world; In fact, before the arrival of the Industrial Revolution, manual labor was the predominant one, and in fact, the only one known. Examples of professions that carry out manual work are: bricklayers, carpenters, mechanics…
1. 2. Craft work
Craft work is actually a type of manual work, although in this case, it is certain creativity and originality is necessary to be able to develop it
1. 3. Intellectual work
Another type of work is intellectual work; Intellectual work could be considered “contrary” to the previous one, since in this case it is the mind that is essential for its development. That is to say, The use of intellect and ideas is required, which is why they tend to be jobs where a minimum of studies are required
Generally, intellectual jobs have to do with professions in the field of science and technology. These types of work emerged after the First World War, at which time tourism, service, insurance, etc. companies began to appear.
2. Depending on the necessary qualification
The different types of work too They can be classified according to the qualification necessary to access them (or for its correct performance).
In this case we find: low-skilled (or unskilled) jobs, semi-skilled, qualified and highly qualified.
2.1. Low-skilled work
It is that type of work where the person who develops it You do not need to have a minimum of studies or knowledge on a certain topic They tend to be more mechanical jobs, with a lower level of demand in the intellectual sense (for example: waiters, shop assistants, cleaning staff, etc.).
2.2. Semi-skilled work
The next type of work is semi-skilled work. It differs from the previous one in that here A minimum of knowledge about a specific topic is necessary for the correct development of the work
Yes, it is true, but said knowledge is not usually very specific (hence the name “semi-skilled”). Examples of them are: flight attendants, beauticians,
2. 3. Skilled work
We also have qualified work, where certain academic and professional training is necessary for the correct development of the work. That is to say, It is required to have a series of knowledge to qualify for this type of work
These are normally jobs that require at least: a higher degree, a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree, etc. Examples of professionals who carry out qualified work are: nurses, doctors, pharmacists, engineers, psychologists, etc.
2. 4. Highly qualified work
In this case, it is a job similar to the previous one, although here the level of demand (in terms of training and experience) is even higher.
We talk about the need to have master’s degrees and doctorates, many years of experience, and similar requirements to be able to access them. Examples of them would be: certain specializations, certain engineering jobs, senior management positions, university professors, etc.
3. Depending on the legality
Different types of work can also be classified based on whether they are registered or not. What does this mean? Let’s see it:
3. 1. Registered work
Registered work is one in which The businessman (or employer) pays a series of tax charges for each employee he has (that is, you must register the employee with Social Security).
That is, the employer must comply with current regulations and the laws corresponding to their sector. The worker or employee, in this case, by contributing to the Treasury, has a series of rights, such as: paid vacations, unemployment, retirement, etc.
3. 2. Unregistered work
In contrast, unregistered work (also called informal or non-formal work) would, in reality, be the work that is done “in black” where the employer does not register its employees with Social Security.
That is, the employer or the person hiring would not pay anything to the Treasury for hiring their employees. It would, therefore, be illegal work, which does not comply with the regulations. Furthermore, workers in this case do not have the right to unemployment, paid vacations, sick leave due to illness or accident, etc.
Examples of this type of work are: prostitution, cleaning staff in some cases (generally, when they work for an individual), remedial classes, babysitters or nannies, etc.
4. Depending on who you work for
Depending on whether we work for others (for another company) or for ourselves (having different clients, that is, self-employed), we find two types of work:
4. 1. Self-employment
Self-employment is the most common; it implies work in a specific company (or several), in exchange for a payroll (salary) at the end of the month There is an employment contract involved, and the worker has paid vacations and other benefits mentioned above.
Also called self-employed workers, self-employed people, at the Treasury level, They are registered in a regime different from the usual regime of people who work in a specific company
They pay a monthly fee in addition to the typical taxes we all pay (that is, they pay their own Social Security).
So, They are employees and bosses at the same time (of themselves), since they choose their own clients and they usually have greater flexibility (hours, salary…). They generally have several clients and instead of having payroll at the end of the month, they issue invoices to them.
5. Depending on the place of realization
Finally, depending on whether the work is done in person (for example in the office itself) or remotely (for example at home or in a cafeteria, with a computer), we find the following two types of work:
5. 1. Face-to-face work
In-person work, as its name indicates, is that which occurs in the company or work center itself Examples of face-to-face work? Any work that is carried out in a company office; administration, marketing, economics…
5. 2. Telematic work (online)
Telematic or online work, on the other hand, is that which It can be developed from any place that generally has an Internet connection and a computer
It is an increasingly recurring job; Many companies, in fact, opt for a work modality that combines in-person and telematic work (especially companies in the technology sector). Examples of professionals who usually carry out this type of work are: computer scientists, freelance writers…
