In this job description guide, you will find out what do Barbers do and what is their typical work day like.

After reading this, you will have a much better idea on whether you will like working as a Barber or not.

Barbers provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves.

We asked Barbers how satisfied they are with their job. Here is what they said.

69% of them said they were satisfied with their job and 60% said they find that their job makes the world a better place or helps to make someone else’s life better.

On a daily basis, Barbers Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments. They Cut and trim hair according to clients’ instructions or current hairstyles, using clippers, combs, hand-held blow driers, and scissors.

1 of the main responsibilities as A Barber is to Drape and pin protective cloths around customers’ shoulders.

Some may also Question patrons regarding desired services and haircut styles.

In a normal work day, another thing that Barbers do is they Clean work stations and sweep floors.

In addition to that, they Record services provided on cashiers’ tickets or receive payment from customers..

A typical day for A Barber look like this:

We asked some Barbers a few questions to find out what else does their work day look like. Here is what we found.

Besides the “typical day” things that Barbers do, they Order supplies. They might also Provide face, neck, and scalp massages.

A typical week or month for them might include:

In a typical work week as A Barber, you can expect to work 40 hours per week.

Do Barbers work in an office-style work environment?

Do Barbers work in a warehouse-style work environment?

Do Barbers work outdoors?

You can read more about these career personality types here.

You will like this career if you are someone who likes work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They like working with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the careers require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.

You also like starting up and carrying out projects. They like leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.