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Accountant
A finance professional who prepares and analyzes financial records for individuals, businesses, and governments.
Below are professions that contain the letter N anywhere in the name. Each of the 128 professions below opens to a full profile.
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List of Professions That Contain N
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Aerospace Engineer
An engineer who designs aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and propulsion systems.
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Agronomist
A crop scientist who advises growers on soil, seed, nutrients, and management to improve yield and sustainability.
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Air Traffic Controller
A federal specialist who guides aircraft safely through controlled airspace using radar, voice communication, and procedures.
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Aircraft Mechanic
A certified technician who inspects, services, and repairs aircraft engines, airframes, and avionics.
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Anesthesiologist
A physician who administers anesthesia and manages patient physiology during surgery and other invasive procedures.
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Animator
A visual artist who brings characters and stories to life through frame-by-frame or 3D animation.
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Auto Mechanic
A technician who inspects, diagnoses, and repairs cars and light trucks.
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Ballerina
A classically trained dancer who performs principal and corps roles in ballet productions.
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Bartender
A hospitality professional who mixes and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in bars, restaurants, and events.
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Biomedical Engineer
An engineer who designs devices, software, and systems for healthcare and biological research.
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Cabinet Maker
A skilled woodworker who designs and builds cabinets, built-ins, and custom furniture for homes and businesses.
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Carpenter
A skilled tradesperson who cuts, shapes, and installs wood and other materials in buildings and structures.
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Chemical Engineer
An engineer who designs processes and equipment that convert raw materials into chemicals, fuels, and materials.
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Chimney Sweep
A trades professional who cleans and inspects chimneys, fireplaces, and stove flues for safety and efficiency.
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City Planner
A professional who shapes how communities grow, balancing land use, transportation, housing, and the environment.
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Civil Engineer
An engineer who designs and oversees construction of roads, bridges, buildings, water systems, and other infrastructure.
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College Counselor
A counselor who guides high school students through college selection, applications, and financial aid.
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Computer Vision Engineer
An engineer who builds systems that interpret images and video using machine learning and signal processing.
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Concierge
A hospitality professional who arranges services and experiences for hotel guests and residents of luxury buildings.
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Crane Operator
A certified operator who lifts and places heavy loads using mobile and tower cranes on construction and industrial sites.
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Criminal Defense Attorney
A lawyer in private practice who defends individuals charged with crimes from arrest through trial and appeal.
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Curandera
A traditional Mesoamerican folk healer who treats physical and spiritual ailments using herbs, prayer, and ritual.
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Cybersecurity Analyst
A security professional who monitors networks and systems for threats and investigates incidents.
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Data Analyst
A professional who collects, cleans, and interprets data to support business decisions.
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Data Scientist
A technical professional who extracts insight from data using statistics, machine learning, and programming.
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Database Administrator
A specialist who designs, secures, and tunes databases that store and retrieve business data.
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Dentist
A healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats diseases and conditions of the teeth, gums, and oral cavity.
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DevOps Engineer
An engineer who bridges software development and operations, automating build, deploy, and infrastructure workflows.
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Diesel Mechanic
A technician who maintains and repairs diesel engines in trucks, buses, construction equipment, and generators.
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Dietitian
A credentialed nutrition expert who designs medical and lifestyle eating plans to manage disease and support health.
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Drywall Installer
A tradesperson who hangs and finishes gypsum board on walls and ceilings of homes and commercial buildings.
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Economist
A social scientist who studies the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
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Electrical Engineer
An engineer who designs and tests electrical and electronic systems, from microchips to power grids.
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Electrician
A licensed tradesperson who installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems in homes, businesses, and industrial sites.
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Embedded Systems Engineer
An engineer who develops software and firmware that runs directly on hardware devices.
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Emergency Dispatcher
A 911 telecommunicator who answers emergency calls and coordinates police, fire, and medical response.
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Environmental Engineer
An engineer who designs solutions for clean water, air pollution, waste management, and sustainable infrastructure.
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Exterminator
A pest-control technician who eliminates infestations of insects, rodents, and other pests from homes and businesses.
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Fashion Designer
A designer who creates clothing, accessories, and footwear for brands, runway, or independent labels.
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Financial Analyst
A finance professional who evaluates investments, businesses, and economic trends to support decision-making.
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Flight Attendant
An airline crew member who ensures passenger safety, manages emergencies, and provides in-flight service.
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Floor Installer
A tradesperson who installs hardwood, laminate, vinyl, carpet, and tile flooring in homes and commercial spaces.
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Graphic Designer
A visual designer who creates logos, layouts, packaging, and digital graphics for clients across industries.
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Gynecologist
A physician specialized in the health of the female reproductive system, often combined with obstetrics.
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Heavy Equipment Operator
A skilled operator who controls bulldozers, excavators, cranes, and other large machines on construction and mining sites.
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Hotel Manager
A hospitality leader who oversees the daily operation of a hotel, managing staff, guests, and finances.
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HVAC Technician
A tradesperson who installs, services, and repairs heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
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Industrial Designer
A designer who shapes the form, function, and user experience of mass-produced products.
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Industrial Engineer
An engineer who improves production systems and workflows to make manufacturing and services more efficient.
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Industrial Mechanic
A technician who maintains and repairs machinery and equipment in factories, mills, and processing plants.
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Inspector
A regulatory professional who examines buildings, vehicles, products, or operations to ensure compliance with codes and standards.
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Instructor
An educator who teaches specific subjects or skills at a college, training center, or community program.
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Insurance Adjuster
A claims professional who investigates insurance claims and determines the insurer's payment obligations.
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Insurance Underwriter
A specialist who evaluates applications for insurance and determines coverage terms and pricing.
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Interior Designer
A designer who plans and decorates the inside of homes, offices, restaurants, and other spaces.
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Interpreter
A language professional who renders spoken or signed communication between two languages in real time.
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Investment Banker
A finance professional who advises companies on raising capital, mergers, and acquisitions.
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Ironworker
A construction tradesperson who erects steel frameworks, reinforcing bar, and ornamental metal in buildings and bridges.
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Janitor
A facilities worker who cleans and maintains buildings, schools, offices, and public spaces.
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Journalist
A reporter or writer who researches, verifies, and produces news stories for print, broadcast, or digital media.
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Key Account Manager
A sales-and-service professional who manages a company's most strategic customer relationships and revenue streams.
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Kindergarten Teacher
A teacher who introduces five and six year olds to literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
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Kinesiologist
A movement-science professional who applies biomechanics and exercise physiology to improve human performance and recovery.
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Librarian
A trained information professional who curates collections and helps patrons find books, data, and research.
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Machine Learning Engineer
An engineer who builds production systems that train and serve machine learning models at scale.
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Marine Engineer
An engineer who designs and maintains the propulsion, power, and mechanical systems of ships and offshore structures.
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Mason
A skilled tradesperson who lays bricks, concrete blocks, and stone to build walls, floors, and structures.
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Materials Engineer
An engineer who develops and tests metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites for industrial use.
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Mechanical Engineer
An engineer who designs and tests mechanical systems, from engines and HVAC to medical devices and robotics.
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Musician
An artist who performs, records, or composes music professionally on one or more instruments.
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Network Engineer
An engineer who designs and operates the data networks that connect computers and services inside and across organizations.
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Neurologist
A physician specialized in diagnosing and treating disorders of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles.
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Notary
A state-authorized official who witnesses signatures, administers oaths, and certifies documents to deter fraud.
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Novelist
A writer who creates book-length fictional works in genres ranging from literary to romance and science fiction.
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Nuclear Engineer
An engineer who designs and operates systems that harness nuclear energy for power, medicine, and defense.
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Nurse
A licensed healthcare professional who provides direct patient care, administers treatments, and coordinates with physicians and families.
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Occupational Therapist
A clinician who helps patients regain or develop the skills needed for daily activities at home, school, and work.
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Oceanographer
An earth scientist who studies the physical, chemical, biological, and geological processes of the world's oceans.
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Oncologist
A physician who diagnoses and treats cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other systemic therapies.
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Optician
A vision-care professional who fits eyeglass frames and contact lenses based on prescriptions written by optometrists or ophthalmologists.
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Ornithologist
A zoologist who specializes in the study of birds, including their behavior, ecology, and evolution.
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Orthodontist
A dental specialist who diagnoses and corrects misaligned teeth and jaws using braces, aligners, and other appliances.
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Orthopedic Surgeon
A physician specialized in surgical and nonsurgical treatment of the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, and ligaments.
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Otolaryngologist
A surgical specialist who treats diseases of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck.
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Painter
A tradesperson who applies paint, stain, and coatings to protect and decorate interiors and exteriors of buildings.
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Painter (Artist)
A visual artist who creates works using paint on canvas, paper, panel, or other surfaces.
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Park Ranger
A federal or state employee who protects natural and historic areas, educates visitors, and ensures public safety.
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Patent Attorney
A lawyer with a technical background who helps inventors secure and enforce patents.
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Pediatrician
A physician specialized in the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents from birth through young adulthood.
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Personal Trainer
A fitness professional who designs and coaches workout programs for individuals or small groups.
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Petroleum Engineer
An engineer who designs methods for extracting oil and natural gas from underground reservoirs.
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Physician
A medical doctor who diagnoses illness, prescribes treatment, and provides ongoing care across acute and chronic conditions.
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Plastic Surgeon
A surgeon who performs reconstructive and cosmetic procedures to restore function and refine appearance.
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Politician
An elected or appointed leader who serves in legislative or executive roles in government.
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Probation Officer
A criminal-justice professional who supervises offenders serving sentences in the community.
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Product Manager
A professional who defines what software products should do and partners with engineering and design to deliver them.
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Public Defender
A government-employed lawyer who represents criminal defendants who cannot afford private counsel.
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QA Engineer
An engineer who designs and runs tests to verify that software works as intended before it reaches users.
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Quality Assurance Engineer
A software professional who designs and executes tests to verify product correctness before release.
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Quantum Physicist
A research scientist who studies the principles and engineering applications of quantum mechanics.
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Rancher
A producer who raises cattle, sheep, or other livestock on large grazing lands.
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School Principal
An administrator who leads a school, supervising teachers, supporting students, and managing operations.
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Screenwriter
A writer who creates scripts for film, television, and streaming series.
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Sensei
A martial-arts master who instructs students in techniques, philosophy, and discipline of a traditional combat art.
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Site Reliability Engineer
An engineer who keeps large-scale services reliable, scalable, and observable using software engineering practices.
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Software Engineer
A technical professional who designs, builds, and maintains software systems for web, mobile, and embedded platforms.
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Special Education Teacher
A teacher who adapts instruction and supports for students with learning, developmental, or physical disabilities.
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Speech-Language Pathologist
A clinician who assesses and treats communication, swallowing, and voice disorders across the lifespan.
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Surgeon
A medical doctor specialized in performing operative procedures to treat injury, disease, and deformity.
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Systems Administrator
An IT professional who installs, maintains, and secures server and desktop systems for an organization.
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Ultrasound Technician
A medical imaging professional who uses sound-wave equipment to capture diagnostic images of internal organs and tissues.
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Undertaker
A funeral-services professional who prepares deceased individuals for burial or cremation and supports grieving families.
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Urban Planner
A professional who designs land-use policies and development plans for cities and metropolitan regions.
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UX Designer
A designer who shapes how users interact with software through research, wireframing, and prototyping.
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Veterinarian
A licensed doctor who diagnoses and treats medical conditions in animals, from household pets to livestock and wildlife.
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Veterinary Technician
An animal-care clinician who assists veterinarians with diagnostics, surgery, and patient nursing.
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Vineyard Manager
An agricultural professional who oversees grape cultivation from pruning through harvest for winemaking.
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Violinist
A string musician who performs solo, chamber, and orchestral music on the violin.
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Vocational Counselor
A career-services professional who helps clients identify and pursue suitable jobs and training programs.
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Wealth Manager
A financial professional who builds personalized investment, tax, and estate plans for affluent clients.
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X-ray Technician
A medical professional who operates radiographic equipment to capture diagnostic images of bones and internal structures.
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Xenobiologist
A research scientist who studies hypothetical life forms beyond Earth and the biology of extreme environments.
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Xylophonist
A percussionist who specializes in playing the xylophone in orchestras, ensembles, and solo performance.
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Yoga Instructor
A fitness professional who teaches yoga postures, breathing techniques, and meditation to students of all levels.
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Youth Counselor
A mental-health and social-services professional who supports adolescents through emotional, behavioral, and family challenges.
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Zamboni Driver
An ice-rink technician who operates ice resurfacing machines between periods of skating events and hockey games.
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Zoning Officer
A local-government official who interprets and enforces municipal zoning codes governing land use and property development.
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