German Occupation Definitions — English Translations
Reference copy of the JewishGen InfoFile at jewishgen.org/InfoFiles/GermanOccs.htm
Compiled by: Nolan Altman, Edward Mitelsbach, and Kurt Friedlaender
This InfoFile lists nearly 1,500 occupations and occupational terms in German, with English translations. Also included are common occupational prefixes and suffixes in German. This list was prepared in conjunction with the occupational terms found in the lists of Drohobycz and Boryslaw forced laborers, and Mathausen prisoners.
| German Occupation Titles | English Translation |
|---|---|
| Abiturient | High School Graduate |
| Abstreicher | Scraper (Typogr.) |
| Ackermann | Plowman |
| Administrator | Administrator |
| Advokat | Lawyer |
| Aero- | Air- |
| Agent | Agent |
| Agronom | Agronomist |
| Amtsdiener | Usher |
| Angestellte | Employee |
| Angestellte der Naftagruben | Employee of the crude oil (Nafta) mining |
| Angestellter | Employee, Clerk |
| Ankleider | Dresser |
| Anlagen-Buchhalter | Factory bookkeeper |
| Anreisser | Scriber |
| Anstreicher Melor | Painter |
| Anstreicher und Schildermader | House painter and Signwriter |
| Anstreichergehilfin | Assistant Painter (female) |
| Anwalts | Attorney |
| Apotheker | Pharmacist |
| Apretturarbeiter | Finisher |
| Arbeiter | Worker / laborer |
| Arbeiternachweis | Employment office worker |
| Arbeitsinspektor | Work Inspector |
| Archeolog | Archeologist |
| Architekt | Architect |
| Armaturschloßer | Armature Locksmith |
| Artist | Artist |
| Ärtzlichegehilfin | Doctor's assistant (nurse) |
| Arzt | Doctor / physician |
| Arzt (Chirurg) | Doctor (Surgeon) |
| Arzt Med. Univ. | University Doctor |
| Arzt Medizin u. Chem. | Doctor In Medicine and Chemistry |
| Ärztliche Assistentin | Assistant physician (female) |
| Asfalteur | Asphalt Layer |
| Asphaltarbeiter | Asphalt Worker |
| Assistent | Assistant |
| Aufräumefrau | Cleaning woman |
| Aufräumerin | Cleaning woman |
| Augenarzt | Opthalmologist |
| Aushändler | Dealer |
| Auslader | Unloader |
| Austräger | Delivery Boy |
| Autogenschweisser | Gaswelder |
| Autoklempner | Motor Mechanic |
| Automechaniker | Auto mechanic |
| Automechaniker Gehilfe | Assistant auto mechanic |
| Automonteur | Auto assemblyman |
| Autoschlosser | Auto mechanic |
| Autoschlosser Gehilfe | Assistant auto mechanic |
| Autoschlossermeister | Master auto mechanic |
| Bãcker | Baker |
| Bäckerheizer | Backery Stoker |
| Bäckermeiste | Master baker |
| Bademeister | Bath/pool attendent |
| Bahnarbeiter | Railwayman |
| Bahnbeamter | Railways Clerk |
| Bahnhofsleiter | Stationmaster |
| Bahnschlosser | Railways Locksmith |
| Bahnwächter | Railways Guard |
| Bahnwärter | Railways Attendant |
| Bakteriolog | Bacteriologist |
| Ballett-Regis. | Ballet Stage Manager |
| Bandazist | Bandagist |
| Bandsägergehilfe | Assistant bandsaw operator |
| Bank Prokurist | Bank Authorized Signatory |
| Bankangestellter | Bank Clerk |
| Bankbeamter | Bank Employee |
| Bankdirektor | Bak Manager |
| Bauarbeiter | Construction worker |
| Bauchtechniker | Construction technician / engineer |
| Bau-Diplomiert-Ingenieur | Degreed constructional engineer |
| Bauer | Peasant |
| Bauer Fleischer | Peasant Butcher |
| Bauer Schuster | Peasant Cobbler |
| Bauer/Landwirt | Peasant / Farmer |
| Bauer/Schweißer | Peasant / Welder |
| Bauer-Maler | Peasant / Painter |
| Bauer-Müller | Peasant / Miller |
| Baufachmann für den Aufbau der neuen Raffinerieanl agen. | Construction specialist for the building of new refineries |
| Bauführer | Head constructin worker |
| Baugehilfe | Construction Aid |
| Bauglaser | Construction Glazier |
| Bauhilfsarb. | Construction Aid |
| Bauingeneur | Civil engineer |
| Baukalkulantin | Quantity surveyor in the building (female) |
| Baukarthotekführer | Responsible for keeping building plans |
| Bauklempner | Building Plumber |
| Bauleiter | Construction manager |
| Baumaschinentechniker | Construction machinist |
| Baumaterialienhändler | Building Materials Distributor |
| Baumeister | Master builder |
| Baumonteur | Building Assembler |
| Baumwollweber | Cotton Weaver |
| Baupolier | Construction foreman |
| Bauschlosser | Building locksmith |
| Bauschmied | Building Blacksmith |
| Bautechniker | Building technician |
| Bautischler | Building Carpenter |
| Bautischler | Carpenter |
| Bauunternehm. | Building Contractor |
| Bauzeichner | Draftsman |
| Beamter | Official / officer |
| Beifahrer | Co-Driver |
| Beilagetischler | Carpenter / framer |
| Beilagetischler | Carpenter - framer |
| Beizer/Pol. | Stainer? |
| Bergarbeiter | Mine Worker |
| Bergbau Tech. | Mining Technician |
| Bergbauarbeiter | Miner |
| Bergführer | Mountain Guide |
| Bergingenieur | Mining engineer |
| Bergmann | Coal Miner |
| Bergtechniker | Mining Technician |
| Beschlag Schloss. | Metal Fittings Locksmith |
| Besenbinder | Broom Binder |
| Beton Bohrer | Concrete Driller |
| Betonarbeiter | Concrete Worker |
| Betonarbeiterin | Concrete worker |
| Betonierer | Concrete Caster |
| Betonmeister | Concrete Foreman |
| Betreibsarzt | Factory doctor |
| Betriebsassistent | Factory assistant |
| Betriebsbuchhalter | Factory bookkeeper |
| Betriebsingenieur | Factory engineer |
| Betriebsingenieur der Spalterfabrik | Factory engineer of the cracking unit |
| Betriebsleiter | Factory manager |
| Betriebsschreiber | Factory Clerk |
| Betriebswirtschaftlicher der Erdöllgewinn und Verarbeitung | Economist for oil production and transformation |
| Bibliothekar | Librarian |
| Bienenzüchter | Beekeeper, Apiculturist |
| Bilanzbuchhalter | Balance sheet accountant |
| Bilanzbuchhalter und Betriebsorganisator | Balance sheet accountant and office organiyer |
| Bilanzbuchhalter und Betriebswirtschaftlicher | Balance sheet accountant and Industry economist |
| Bilanzbuchhalter und Sachverständiger im Naftawesen | Balance sheet accountant and expert for Nafta (crude oil) |
| Bilddrucker | Picture Printer |
| Bildhauer | Sculptor |
| Binnenschiffssteuermann | Inland Navigation Helmsman |
| Blaser | Blower |
| Blecher | Galvaniser / Sheet Metal Worker |
| Blechkontr. | Galvaniser Contractor |
| Bleicher | Bleacher |
| Bleicher | Bleacher |
| Bleischleifer | Lead Grinder/ Polisher |
| Blumenverkäufer | Flowers Salesman |
| Bohrarbeiter | Borer |
| Bohrassistent | Assistant driller |
| Bohrer | Borer |
| Bohrer-Metall | Metal Borer |
| Bohrgehilfe | Assistant construction driller |
| Bohringenieur | Construction driller |
| Bohrmeister | Master driller |
| Bohrmonteur | Drill mechanic |
| Bohrsortierer | Drill selector |
| Bohrtechniker | Drilling technician |
| Bohrwerkzeugmechaniker | Drilling mill mechanic |
| Borstenzurichter | Bristle preparor |
| Bote | Messenger |
| Böttcher | Cooper |
| Brauereimeister | Brewer Foreman |
| Brettersortierer | Shelf / plank sorter |
| Briefträger | Postman |
| Brückenbau-Ing. | Bridge Building Engeneer |
| Brückenbautechn. | Bridge Building Technician |
| Bruder | Brother (Friar) |
| Brunnenbauer | Well Sinker |
| Brunnenbohrer | Well Borer |
| Buchbinder | Bookbinder |
| Buchbindergesellin | Assistant bookbinder |
| Buchbinderlehrling | Bookbinder Apprentice |
| Buchbindermeister | Master bookbinder |
| Buchbindermeister | Head bookbinder |
| Buchdrucker | Book Printer |
| Bücherrevisor u. Jurist | Accountant and lawyer |
| Buchhalter | Accountant / bookkeeper |
| Buchhalter - Bautechnik | Accountant - architect |
| Buchhalter und Werkstatt Kalkulator | Accountant and workshop calculator |
| Buchhalterin u. Maschinenschreiberin | Accountant - machinery inventory |
| Buchhaltungsleiter | Head accountant / Office manager |
| Buchhändler | Bookseller |
| Bügler | Ironer |
| Büroangestellte | White-collar worker / clerk |
| Bürobeamte | Government office worker |
| Bürochef | Office Chief |
| Bürodiener | Office Boy |
| Bürogehilfe | Office Help |
| Bürokrat | Beaurocrat |
| Bürstenbinder | Broom maker |
| Bürstenbindergeselle | Assistant broom maker |
| Bürstenmacher | Broom maker |
| Bürstenmeister | Brushes Foreman |
| Bürstner | (Bristle) Brush Manufacturer |
| Büstenbinder | Brush Bonder |
| Chauffeur | Driver |
| Chauffeur/ Monteur | Driver / Mechanic |
| Chauffeur-Mechaniker | Driver / Mechanic |
| Chefkoch | Chef (Cook) |
| Chem. Walzarb. | Chemistry Mill Worker |
| Chem.Magister | Chemistry Master (Of Science) |
| Chemie Arbeiter | Chemistry Worker |
| Chemieingenieur | Chemistry Engeneer |
| Chemigraph | Zincographer |
| Chemiker | Chemist |
| Chemiker Laborant | Chemist Laboratory Assistant |
| Chemiker Stud. | Chemist Student |
| Chemisch Laborantin | Chemical laboratory assistant |
| Chemischputzer | Cheical cleaner |
| Dachdecker | Roofer |
| Dachziegelarbeiter | Tiler |
| Dachziegeltechn. | Tiler Technician |
| Daktylograf | Typist |
| Damenfriseur | Hairdresser (Ladies) |
| Damenhutmacher | Hatter (Ladies) |
| Dampf Masch. Heizer | Steam Machine Stoker |
| Dampfmaschinist | Steam Machine Operator |
| Dampfwalzenführer | Steam Cylinder Pilot |
| Darmputzer | Gut Cleaner |
| Dekorateur | Upholsterer / Decorator |
| Dentist | Dentist |
| Dermatolog | Deratologist |
| Dermatolog Betriebarztin | Factory doctor dermatologist (female) |
| Desinfekter | Sanitation worker |
| Destillateur | Distiller |
| Destillateurgehilfe | Assistant Distiller |
| Deutsche Korrespondent | Correspondance clerk in German |
| Deutsche Stenotypistin | German stenographer |
| Deutsche Stenotypistin u. Übersetzerin | German stenograher & translator |
| Diamantarbeiter | Diamond Worker |
| Diamantschleifer | Diamond Polisher |
| Diener | Butler |
| Dienstknecht | Farm Labourer |
| Dipl. Kaufmann | Business School Alumni |
| Dipl. Landwirt | Agronomic Engeneer |
| Dipl. Opt. | Certificated Optician |
| Diplomiert Bauingenieur | Degreed constructional engineer |
| Diplomiert Buchhalter | Accountant - degreed |
| Diplomiert Chemiker | Degreed chemist |
| Diplomiert Chemiker | Degreed chemist |
| Diplomiert Hoch-u.Tiefbau Ingenieur | Degreed civil engineer |
| Diplomiert Ingenieur | Degreed engineer |
| Diplomiert Ingenieur | Degreed engineer |
| Diplomiert Ingenieur Architekt | Degreed architectural engineer |
| Diplomiert Ingenieur Elektriker | Degreed electrical engineer |
| Diplomiert Maschinen Ingenieur | Degreed mechanical engineer |
| Direktor | Director |
| Doktor der Chemie | Doctor of chemistry |
| Dolmetscher | Translator |
| Dolmetscher/Korrespondent | Translator / Correspondent |
| Dr. Ing. Bodenkultur | Soil Exploitation Engeneer (Ph.D.) |
| Dr. Ingenieur Chemiker | Doctor of chemical engineering |
| Drahtzieher | Wire Puller |
| Dränagemeister | Drainage Foreman |
| Drechselergeselle | Assistant wood turner |
| Dreher | Turner operator |
| Dreher Metall | Metal Turner (Lathe Operator) |
| Dreher/Fräser | Turner / Milling Cutter |
| Drehergehilfe | Turner Assistant |
| Drehergehilfe | Assistant turner |
| Dreherlehrling | Turner Apprentice |
| Drogerist | Drugist |
| Drucker | Printer |
| Druckereiarbeit | Printing Plant Worker |
| Druckereikorrektor | Printing Proofreader |
| Druckermeister | Master printer |
| Druckwalzererzeuger | Print Cylinder Producer |
| Drukereimaschinemekaniker | Printing Machinist |
| Edelsteinschleif. | Precious Stones Polisher |
| Einkassierer | Cashier / Collector |
| Eisenarbeiter | Iron Worker |
| Eisenbahn Ingenieur | Railways Engeneer |
| Eisenbahnagestellter | Railways Employee |
| Eisenbahnarbeiter | Railways Worker |
| Eisenbahnbeamter | Railways Employee |
| Eisenbahner | Railways Man |
| Eisenbahninspekteur | Railways Inspector |
| Eisenbahnschlosser | Railways Locksmith |
| Eisenbieger | Iron Bender |
| Eisenbohrer | Iron Driller |
| Eisendreher | Iron Turner |
| Eisendrehergeselle | Assistant iron turner |
| Eisendreherm. | Iron turner mechanic |
| Eisenformer | Iron Shaper / Molder |
| Eisengießer | Iron Founder |
| Eisengiesserei Fachmann | Iron foundry expert |
| Eisenhändler | Iron Merchant |
| Eisen-Hobler | Iron Planing Machine Operator |
| Eisen-Magazineur | Iron Stock Keeper |
| Eisenmonteur | Iron Mechanic |
| Eisenschrottsortierer | Scrap iron sorter |
| Eisensortierer | Iron sorter |
| Eisenträger | Iron Porter |
| Eisen-Walzer | Iron Foil Roller |
| El. Installateur | |
| Elektriker | Electrician |
| Elektrisch Ingenieur | Electrical engineer |
| Elektrisch Mechaniker | Electrical mechanic |
| Elektrisch Monteur | Electrical operator |
| Elektrisch Techniker | Electrical technician |
| Elektro Masseur | Electro-Masseur |
| Elektro-Diplomiert Ingenieur | Degreed electrical engineer |
| Elektrogehilfe | Assistant electrician |
| Elektro-Ingenieur | Electrical engineer |
| Elektromachinist | Electrical machinist |
| Elektromonteur | Electrician |
| Elektromonteur | Electrical operator |
| Elektromonteur Gehilfe | Assistant electrician |
| Elektromonteur Gehilfe | Assistant electrical operator |
| Elektrosäger | Electrical Sawyer |
| Elektroschweisser | Electrical welder |
| Elektrotechniker | Electrical technician |
| Erdgas - Fachmann | Gas expert |
| Erfinder bekannter Mineralöl-Fachmann Herausgeber wissenschaftl. Fachwerke. | Researcher, expert in known oil resources, editor of scientific papers |
| Erzieher | Educator |
| Evangel. Pfarrer | Evangelist Pastor |
| Evidenzhalterin und Karteiführerin | Evidence keeper (female) and files keeper |
| Exhaustorwärter | Exhaust keeper |
| Expedient | Shipping Clerk |
| Expedient und Schreibkraft | Copyist and typist |
| Expert | Expert |
| Exportateur | Exporter |
| Fabrikant | Manufacturer |
| Fabrikbesitzer | Factory Owner |
| Fabrikdirektor | Factory Manager |
| Fabriksarbeiter | Factory Worker |
| Fabriksschmied | Factory Blacksmith / Forger |
| Fabriksvorarbeiter | Factory Leadman |
| Facharbeiter in techniker Lagern. | Expert worker in technical shops |
| Fachingenieur der Wärmetechnik,Spezialis f.Dampfkesselhäuser. | Engineer expert in heating technics, specialist of steam heaters/boilers |
| Fachingenieur für den Aufbau der Neuanlagen. | Engineer expert in construction of new plants |
| Fachingenieur für elektr-Anlagen. | Engineer expert in electrical installations |
| Fachingenieur für Neubau der Röhren-Destillation. | Engineer expert in new Tubular - Distilation |
| Fachingenieur für Raffinerieausbau. | Engineer expert in rafinerie enlargement |
| Fachingenieur für Turbinen-u. Dampfkess bau. | Engineer expert in turbines and steam heaters construction |
| Fachingenieur im Entwerfen elektro Anlagen | Engineer expert in design of electrical installation |
| Fachingenieur und Lei d. Emulsionsspalter-Fabrik. | Engineer expert in Emulsion-cracking unit? |
| Fachkraft d. Expedition | Skilled person for Expedition |
| Fachkraft für Kontierung und Verrechnung | Skilled payable & receivable clerk |
| Fachkräfte für Analysenbestimmungen des Rohöles und seine Fertigfabrikate. | Experts in usage analyse of the crude and its derivates |
| Fachlehrer | Professional Teacher |
| Fachleute für Deuerlöschgeräte und Spezialisten für Erzeugung von Schaumlöschpulver. | Expert in extinguishers and specialists in the production of foam extinction powder |
| Fachmann | Technician |
| Fachmann f. Rotary-Werkzeuge | Rotor tool technician |
| Fachmann für den Aufba der Neuanlagen. | Construction expert for new plants |
| Fachmann für Eisen- und Metallgiesserei. | Expert for Iron and metal fondries |
| Fachmann für Feuerlöschapparate u. Geräte | Expert in fire extinction materials |
| Fährdienst | Boat Service Chief |
| Fahrer | Driver |
| Fahrrad Mechaniker | Bicycle Mechanic |
| Fahrradmacher | Bike Manufacturer |
| Fahrradmonteur | Bike Assembler |
| Fahrradschlosser | Bike Locksmith |
| Farbe Industrieller | Paint Industrialist |
| Färber | Painter |
| Färber u. Chemisch Futier | Dyer and Chemical ? |
| Farber und Reiniger | Painter & cleaner |
| Färbermeister | Dye Master |
| Farbhändler | Paint Dealer |
| Fassbinder | Maker of wooden casks |
| Fassbindergehilfe | Assistant maker of wooden casks |
| Feinmechan. u. Uhrmacher | Precision watchmaker |
| Feinmechaniker | Precision mechanic |
| Feinmechaniker u. Kinooperateur | Precision mechanic & movie maker |
| Feinmechanikergehilfe | Assistant precision mechanic |
| Feinschleifer | Honer |
| Feinschlosser | Precision Locksmith |
| Feldarbeiter und Maschinist | Field Worker and Machinist |
| Feldgendarm | Military Policeman |
| Feldscher | Land Surveyor |
| Feldscher | Medic |
| Feuerwehr Instrukteur | Fire Brigade Instructor |
| Feuerwehrmann | Fireman |
| Filmschauspieler | Movie Actor |
| Filmtechniker | Movie Technician |
| Finanz u. Anlagebuchhalter | Financial Bookkeper |
| Finanzbeamter | Finance Functionary |
| Finanzier | Financier |
| Finanzwirtschaftsberater | Financial Advisor |
| Firmenschrifter | Companies Editor |
| Firstingenieur | Ridge Engeneer |
| Fischer | Fisherman |
| Fishergerätemachinist | Fisher'S Equipment Operator |
| Fleischbeschauer | Meat Inspector |
| Fleischer | Butcher |
| Fleischer/Koch | Butcher / Cook |
| Fleischer/Metzger | Butcher / Butcher |
| Fleischermeister | Master butcher |
| Fleischhacker | Meat Hacker |
| Fleischhauer | Meat Cutter |
| Fleischhauergehilfe | Meat Cutter Assistant |
| Fleischs und Selcher Fleischer | Butcher and Smallgoodsmaker |
| Flieger | Airman |
| Fliegeroffizier | Officer Airman |
| Fliesenleger | Tile Setter |
| Flösser | Rafter |
| Flugzeug-Mechaniker | Airplane Mechanic |
| Flugzeugmonteur | Airplane Assembler |
| Flugzeug-Schlosser | Airplane Locksmith |
| Flugzeug-Techniker | Airplane Technician |
| Former | Molder |
| Forst u. Sägebetriebstechn. | Technician Forest and Sawmills |
| Forstarbeiter | Forest Worker |
| Forstbeamter | Forest Functionary |
| Förster | Forest Ranger |
| Forstingenieur | Forest Engeneer |
| Fotograf-Optiker | Photographer / Optician |
| Fotolaborant | Photo Labo Worker |
| Fotoreporter | Photo Reporter |
| Frachter | Carrier |
| Fräser | Cutter |
| Fremdenführer | Guide (Tourist), Cicerone |
| Friesensortiererin | Tile sorter - parquet floors |
| Friesen-u. Parkettsortir | Tile and Parkettrie Sorter |
| Friseur | Hairdresser |
| Friseurmeister | Master Hairdresser |
| Fuhrmann | Waggoner |
| Funker | Radio Operator |
| Galvanisateur | Galvaniser |
| Gänzefellebearbeiter | Goose Skin Processor |
| Garagearbeiter | Garage Worker |
| Garagenbesitzer | Garage Owner |
| Garderobier | Dresser |
| Garten Arbeit. | Garden Worker |
| Gärtner | Gardiner |
| Gärtner | Gardener |
| Gas- u. Wassermonteur | Gas and water pipe assember |
| Gas-& Wasserinstallateur. Techniker | Gas and Water Pipe Technician |
| Gaschemiker | Gas chemist |
| Gasingenieur | Gas engineer |
| Gasinstallateur | Gas pipe fitter |
| Gasmonteur | Gas pipe assembler |
| Gastechniker | Gas engineer |
| Gastechniker | Gas works technician |
| Gastechniker Bohrmstr. | Head gas drilling technician |
| Gasthofbesitzer | Inn Owner |
| Gastwirt | Restaurateur / Barkeeper |
| Gas-u. Wasserinstallateur | Gas and water works installer |
| Gasvermesser | Gas surveyor |
| Geflügelzüchter | Poultryman |
| Gehilfin | Assistant |
| Geistlicher | Clergyman |
| Gemeindebeamter | Municipal Functionary |
| Gemüsehändler | Vegetable Monger |
| Gendarmeriewachtmeister | Constabulary (Police) Patrolman |
| Generaldirektor | General Manager |
| Geologe | Geologist |
| Geometer | Landmeter |
| Geometer Ing. | Landmeter Engeneer |
| Geometer Zeichner | Landmeter'S Drawer |
| Geometerassistent | Landmeter Assistant |
| Gerber | Tanner |
| Gerichtsbeamter | Magistrate Judge |
| Gerichtsdolmetscher | Court Translator |
| Gerichtsvollzieher | Baillif |
| Geschäftrektor | Business Headmaster? |
| Getreide Kaufmann | Grain Dealer |
| Getreideprüfer | Grain Inspector |
| gewerbeschule | Vocational school teacher |
| Gieser u. Bohrgehilfe | Assistant casting and drilling |
| Giesser | Founder, Moulder |
| Glasarbeiter | Glass Worker |
| Glasbläser | Glass Blower |
| Glaser | Glazier |
| Glaser Lackierer | Glazier Varnisher |
| Glaser u. Isolatorgehilfe | Assistant Glazier and insulator |
| Glaser/Maler | Glazier Painter |
| Glasergehilfin | Assistant glazier |
| Glasermeister | Glazier Foreman |
| Glasermeister | Master glazier |
| Glashütter | Crystal Worker |
| Glasmacher | Glas Manufacturer |
| Glasschleifer | Glass Polisher |
| Glasschneider | Glass Cutter / Glasser |
| Glastechnik. | Glass Technician |
| Glaswärmer | Glass Warmer |
| Glühlampemtechn. | Glow-Lamp Technician |
| Goldarbeiter | Gold Worker |
| Goldschmied | Gold Smith |
| Gondolier | Gondolier |
| Grafiker | Graphic Designer |
| Graveur | Engraver |
| Grubenarbeiter | Miner |
| Grubenassistent | assistant Miner |
| Grubenbetriebsassistent | Assistant industrial mining |
| Grubenbetriebs-Leiter | Foreman miner |
| Grubenbohrer | Pits Driller |
| Grubenmaterialfachmann | Specialist mining equipment |
| Grubensteiger | Pits Overman |
| Grubentechniker | Technician mining |
| Grubentransportarbeiter | Mining transport worker |
| Grundbesitzer | Land Owner |
| Gummi Walzenmacher | Rubber Cylinders Manufacturer |
| Gummimeister | Master rubber worker |
| Gummitechniker | Rubber Technician |
| Gummiverarbeiter | Rubber processing worker |
| Gummivulkaniseur | Rubber Vulcanizer |
| Gürtler | Belt Manufacturer |
| Gutsbesitzer | Squire, Estate Owner |
| Gutsverwalter | Estate Manager |
| Gymnasialprofessor | Grammar School Professor |
| Gymnasialschüler | Grammar School Pupil |
| Gymnastiklehrer | Gym Teacher |
| Hafenarbeiter | Harbour Worker |
| Hammerschmied | Hammerman |
| Handarbeiter | Workman |
| Handels Ingenieur | Commercial Engeneer |
| Handelsagent | Commercial Agent |
| Handelsangestellt. | Commercial Employee |
| Handelsdirektor | Commercial Manager |
| Handelsgehilfe | Commercial Aide |
| Handelsmann | Merchant, Dealer |
| Handelsvertreter | Sales Agent |
| Händler | Merchant, Dealer |
| Handlungsgehilfe | Shop Aide |
| Handsetzter | Manual Typesetter |
| Handshuhmacher | Glover |
| Handweber | Manual Weaver |
| Harmonikamacher | Harmonica Manufacturer |
| Hasenfarmer | Hare Farmer? |
| Hausdiener | (Man-) Servant |
| Hausfrau | Housewife / homemaker |
| Hausgehilfin | Housemaid / domestic |
| Hausmeister | Concierge, Janitor |
| Hausverwalter | Caretaker |
| Hauswirt | Landlord |
| Heilpraktiker | Healer |
| Heizer | Boiler / furnace stoker |
| Heizergehilfe | Assistant Stoker |
| Heizermeister | Heating specialist |
| Heizungsinstallateur | Heating Plumber |
| Heizungsmonteur | Heaters Assembler |
| Heizungsschlosser | Heating Locksmith |
| Herrenwäscher | Launderer For Men |
| Hilfsgeologe | Geologist's helper |
| Hilfskraft | Temporary worker |
| Hilfskraft bei Topogr. Vermess. | Temporary worker for topographic works |
| Hirt | Herdsman, Herder |
| Hobler | Planing Machine Operator |
| Hoch- und Tiefbauer | Civil and Building Constructor |
| Hoch und Tiefbautechniker | Civil and Building Technician |
| Hochbauingenieur | Civil engineer |
| Hochschule f. Welthandel | High school for world trade |
| Hochschüler | College Student |
| Holzarbeiter | Logger, Woodworker |
| Holz-Beamter | Wood Functionary |
| Holzbildhauer | Wood Sculptor |
| Holzdreher | Wood Turner |
| Holzer | Timbermann? |
| Holzfachmann | Wood / lumber technician |
| Holzfäller | Woodcutter, Logger |
| Holzhacker | Lumberjack |
| Holzhändler | Lumber Trader |
| Holzindustrieller | Lumber Industrialist |
| Holzkünstler | Wood Artist |
| Holzmanipulant u. Expedient | Responsible for handling and expediting wood |
| Holzmann | Logger? |
| Holzproduzent | Lumber Producer |
| Holzsachverständiger | Wood Expert |
| Holzsäge-Arb. | Wood Saw Worker |
| Holzschneider | Xylographer |
| Holzschnitzer | Wood Carver |
| Holzschumacher | Clogger |
| Holzsortierer | Wood sorter |
| Holzspezialist | Wood Specialist |
| Holztechnik. | Wood Technician |
| Holzworker Bohrgehehilfe | Wood drilling worker |
| Hotelbesitzer | Hotel Owner |
| Hoteldirekt. | Hotel Manager |
| Hotelier | Hotelier |
| Hotelportier | Hotel Janitor |
| Hufschmied | Horseshoer, Blacksmith |
| Hutarbeiter | Hatter |
| Hutmacher | Hat macher |
| Hüttenarbeiter | Smelter, Steelworker |
| Hydr. Installateur | Hydraulics Plumber |
| Hydr. Monteur | Hydraulics Assembler |
| Hydrauliker | Hydraulics Specialist |
| Hydraulik-Schl. | Hydraulics Locksmith |
| Hydro Techn. | Hydraulics Technician |
| Imker | Apiculturist, Bee Keeper |
| Industriekaufmann | Industrial Merchant |
| Industrieller | Industrialist |
| Industriezeichner | Industrial Draftsman |
| Infanterie Hauptmann | Infantry Captain |
| Ing. Agronom | Agronomist Engeneer |
| Ing. Architekt | Architect Engeneer |
| Ing. El. Chem | Electro Chemist Engeneer |
| Ing. Elektr. | Electro Engeneer |
| Ing. Kaufm. | Commercial Engeneer |
| Ing. Konstrukteur | Builder Engeneer |
| Ing. Techn. | Engeneer Technician |
| Ingenieur | Engeneer |
| Ingenieur (Maschinen) | Machine engneer |
| Ingenieur Chemiker | Chemical engineer |
| Ingenieur Elektriker | Electrical engineer |
| Ingenieur Konstrukteur | Construction engineer |
| Ingenieur Mechnaiker | Mechanical engineer |
| Ingenieur Mechnaiker Elektriker | Electrical mechanical engineer |
| Ingenieur u. Bohrtechnik | Drilling technician engineer |
| Ingenieur-Kalkulator | Engineer-Calculator (Appraiser) |
| Inkassent | Cashier? |
| Inspektor | Inspector |
| Instalateur | Fitter / installer |
| Installateur | Installer |
| Installateur Gehilfe | Assistant fitter |
| Installateur u. Rohrmonteur | Pipe assembler & fitter |
| Installateurmeister | Master fitter |
| Internist | Internist |
| Invalide | Disabled |
| Isolateur | Insulator? |
| Isolateur | Insulator |
| Isolateur u. Feinmechaniker | Insulator & precision mechanic |
| Isolateurgehilfe | Assistant insulator |
| Isolationsarbeiter | Insulation worker |
| Isolationsgehilfe | Assistant insulator |
| Jäger | Hunter |
| Journalist | Newsman |
| J-Personalreferent u. Material-Wirtschaft | Reporterr of the Jewish workforce and bursarship |
| Judeneinsatz | Jewish workforce |
| Jurist | Lawyer, Sollicitor |
| Jurist | Lawyer |
| Juwelier | Jeweler |
| Kabelleger | Cablecaster |
| Kabelmeister | Cable Foreman |
| Kaffeehausbesitzer | Coffeehouse Owner |
| Kalkmüller | Lime Miller |
| Kalkulant | Calculator |
| Kalkulator | Appraiser |
| Kaminfeger | Chimney Sweeper, Sweep |
| Kammfabrikant | Comb Manufacturer |
| Kanalarbeiter | Channel Digger |
| Kanalizator | Sewer Digger? |
| Kaninchenzüchterin | Rabbit breeder |
| Kanzlist | Chancellery Officer |
| Kapellmeister | Band Master |
| Kapitän | Captain |
| Karosseriebauer | Body Maker |
| Karosseur | Body Maker? |
| Karteiführer | Head filer |
| Karteiführerin | Head card filer |
| Karteikontroll. | Filing comptroller |
| Karteischreiberin | Cards encoder - female |
| Käse u. Buttermeister | Cheese and Butter Craftsman |
| Kassetenmach. | Caskets Manufacturer |
| Kassierer | Cashier |
| Kauf. Raff. Organisator | Purchase organizer for the refineries |
| Kaufm. Angestellter | Business Employee |
| Kaufm. Gehilfe | Business Aide |
| Kaufm. Lehrling | Business Apprentice |
| Kaufmann | Merchant, Dealer |
| Kaufmann Vertreter | Merchant Agent |
| Kaufmann/ Feinmechaniker | Merchant / Precision Mechanic |
| Kaufmann/ Gerber | Merchant / Tanner |
| Kaufmann/Bäcker | Merchant / Baker |
| Kaufmann/Landwirt | Merchant / Cultivator |
| Kellermeister | Cellarer |
| Kellner | Waiter |
| Keramiker | Ceramist |
| Kerzenarbeiter | Candles Worker |
| Kesselfabrikant | Kettle Manufacturer |
| Kesselgehilfe | Assstant boiler worker |
| Kesselheizer | Boiler stoker |
| Kesselmacher | Kettle Manufacturer |
| Kesselmeister | Master boiler worker |
| Kesselputzer | Boiler cleaner |
| Kesselreiniger | Boiler cleaner |
| Kesselreinigung | Boiler cleaner |
| Kesselschmied | Boiler Maker |
| Kesselschmied | Boiler fabricator (smith) |
| Kindergärtnerin | Kindergarten teacher |
| Kinobesitzer | Movie Theater Owner |
| Kinooperateur | Movie Theater Operator |
| Kistenarbeiterin | Crate worker |
| Klavierlehrer | Piano Teacher |
| Klaviermachergehilfe | Piano Manufacturer Aide |
| Klempner | Plumber |
| Klempnergehilfin | Assistant plumber |
| Klempnergeselle | Assistant plumber |
| Klempnermeister | Master plumber |
| Knecht | Farm Labourer, Churl |
| Knopflochmacher | Buttonholes Maker |
| Knopflochschleifer | Buttonholes Polisher? |
| Knopfmacher | Button-Maker |
| Koch | Chef |
| Köchin | Cook |
| Kochingehilfin | Assistant cook |
| Köhler | Charcoal Maker |
| Koksarbeiter | Kitchen Worker |
| Komiker | Comedian, Comic |
| Kommandant | Commandant |
| Kommerzing. | Commercial Engeneer |
| Konditor | Confectioner |
| Konditor | Confectioner |
| Konfektionär | Button Maker |
| Konservenfabrikvorarbeiter | Cannery Overseer |
| Konstrukteur | Draftsman |
| Konstrukteur bei den Raffinerie-Aufbau. | Builder at the refinerie extensions |
| Konstrukteur Ingenieur | Design Engineer |
| Konstrukteur u. Kunstschlossermeister | Building and art worker |
| Konstruktionsschlosser | Lock designer |
| Kontorist | Clerk |
| Kontoristin | Office worker |
| Kontrolleur | Controller |
| Kopistin | Copy maker |
| Korbflechter | Basket Worker |
| Korbmacher | Basketmaker |
| Korrespondent u. Maschinenschreiber | Correspondent & typist |
| Kraftfahrer | Driver |
| Kraftfahrgeh. | Assitsant driver |
| Kraftfahrschlosser | Car locksmith |
| Kraftwagenführer | Truck driver |
| Kraftwagentechniker | Automobile Technician |
| Krämer | Monger |
| Kranführer | Crane Driver |
| Krankenpflegerin | Nurse |
| Krankenschwester | Nurse |
| Krankenwärter | Nurse |
| Kreissäger | Circular saw worker |
| Kreissägergehilfe | Assistant circular saw worker |
| Kriminelle Polizei Inspektor | Criminal Police Inspector |
| Kuchenbäcker | Kitchen Baker |
| Küchengehilfin | Kitchen help |
| Küchenleiterin | Kitchen manager |
| Küchenpersonal | Kitchen staff |
| Kühlmasch. Installateur | Refrigerator Plumber |
| Kunstmaler | Painter |
| Kunstmechaniker | Art Mechanician |
| Kunstschlosser | Art Locksmith |
| Kunstschreib. | Art Graphist |
| Kunststeinerzg. | Artificial Stones Manufacturer |
| Kupferschmied | Coppersmith |
| Kürschner | Furrier, Pelt Monger |
| Kürschner | Furrier |
| Kürschnermeister | Master furrier |
| Kutscher | Coachman / driver |
| Laborant | Laboratory assistant |
| Laborant Gehilfe | Laboratory assistant |
| Lackierer | Varnisher |
| Lackierer | Varnisher |
| Lackierer u. Schriftenmale | Varnisher and Signpainter |
| Lackierergehilfe | Assistant varnisher |
| Lackierermeister | Assistant varnisher |
| Lagerarb. | Warehouseman |
| Lagerarzt | Camp doctor |
| Lagerhalter | Warehouse Holder |
| Lagerist | Warehouseman |
| Lagerköchin | Camp cook (female) |
| Lagerverwalter | Warehouse Caretaker |
| Lagerverwalter | Camp administrator |
| Lagerwache | Camp guard |
| Landarbeiterin | Farm worker |
| Landgutsleiter | Manor Superintendant |
| Landlich Verwalter | Rural Administrator |
| Landmesser | Land Surveyor |
| Landsmesser-Techniker | Surveyor |
| Landverwalter | Land Administrator |
| Landwirt | Farmer |
| Lanwirtschaftlicher Arb. | Farm Worker |
| Laryngolog | Laryngologist |
| Laufbursche | Office Boy |
| Lebensmittel-Verteilung | Catering and food distribution |
| Lederarbeiter | Leather Worker |
| Lederschneider | Leather Cutter |
| Ledertaschenarbeiter | Leather Bag Worker |
| Lederwarenerzeuger | Leather Bag Producer |
| Lederzuschneider | Leather cutter |
| Lehrer | School teacher |
| Leiter d. Abt. Betriebswirtsch Und Hauptbuchhaltung | Manager central bookkeeping |
| Leiter d. Laboratoriums | Laboratory manager |
| Leiter der Desinfektions-kolonne | Head of sanitation crew |
| Leiter der Rohrleitungsmontage-Arbeiten | Pipe assembly workers manager |
| Leiter des. Lagerdienstes | Camp services manager |
| Lettenarbeiterin | Clay worker (female) |
| Leutnant | Lieutenant |
| Likördestilateur | Liquor Distiller |
| Lino-Typer | Linotypist |
| Linotypist | Linotypist |
| Lithograf | Lithographer |
| Lohnbuchhalter | Payroll clerk |
| Lohnlisten-Buchhalter | Payroll bookkeeper |
| Lohnrechner | Pay Calculator |
| Lohnverrechner | Pay Accountant |
| Lokführer | Engineman (Locomotive) |
| Lokführer u. Schlosser | Locksmith |
| Lokomotivführer | Locomotive Driver |
| Lokomotivheizer | Locomotive Stoker |
| Lokomotiv-Schloss. | Locomotive Locksmith |
| Löter | Solderer, Brazer |
| Lumpensammlerin | Ragwoman |
| Lumpensammlermeister | Ragman |
| Machinschreibkraft. | Typist |
| Magaz, Facharb. | Stock room specialist |
| Magazinarbeiter | Stock room worker |
| Magazinaufseher | Stack-Room Caretaker |
| Magaziner | Stack-Room Caretaker? |
| Magaziner der Eisenhandlung | Iron Shop Stack-Room Caretaker |
| Magazineur | Stack-Room Caretaker? |
| Magazineur | Stock room worker |
| Magazineurgehilfe | Assistant stock room worker |
| Magazinfacharbeiter | Stock room specialist |
| Magazinsangestellte | Employee stock room |
| Magazinsarbeiter | Stock room worker |
| Magazinsbuchhalter | Stock room bookkeeper |
| Magazinverwalt. | Stack-Room Caretaker? |
| Major | Major |
| Makler | Broker |
| Maler | Painter |
| Maler u. Anstreicher | Painter and House Painter |
| Malergehilfe | Assistant painter |
| Malermeister | Head painter |
| Manipulant | Manipulator |
| Marinemechaniker | Marine Mechanic |
| Marineoffizier | Marine Officer |
| Marktfahrer | Market Driver? |
| Masch. Bohrer | Machine Driller |
| Masch. Drucker | Machine Printer |
| Maschinen Baukonstrukteur | Machinery engineer |
| Maschinen Bautechniker | Designer of construction machinery |
| Maschinen Diplomiert Ingenieur | Degreed mashinery engeneer |
| Maschinen Konstrukteur | Machinery builder |
| Maschinen Techniker | Mechanical technicin |
| Maschinen Tischler Geselle | Assistant machine joiner |
| Maschinenarbeiter | Machine worker |
| Maschinenbauingenieur | Mechanical engineer |
| Maschinendruk. | Printing machinery operator |
| Maschineningenieur | Machanical engineer |
| Maschinenmeister | Head mechanical engineer |
| Maschinenmonteur | Mechanical operator |
| Maschinens Mger. Bohrer | Machine Manager Driller |
| Maschinenschlosser | Metal machinist |
| Maschinenschlosser | Engine / machine fitter |
| Maschinenschreiberin | Typist |
| Maschinenschreibkraft | Typist |
| Maschinentechniker | Machanical technician |
| Maschinentischler | Machine Joiner or Carpenter |
| Maschinenwärter | Machine attendand |
| Masseur | Massager |
| Mastprüfer | Pole Tester |
| Materialbuchhalter | Material bookkkper |
| Materialfachman | Material technician |
| Materialien-Übernahme u. Sachbearbeiter d. Eingänge | Responsible for taking care of the entries of materials |
| Material-u. Bilanzbuchhalter | Bookkeeper for materials |
| Materialübernahme | Material deliveries |
| Materialverwalter | Material Caretaker |
| Materialvorbereitung für die Buchbinderei | Preparation of materials for the bookbinding shop |
| Matrose | Bluejacket, Sailor |
| Maurer | Bricklayer |
| Maurergeselle | Bricklayer's assistant |
| Maurermeister | Head mason |
| Mechaniker | Mechanic |
| Mechanikergehilfin | Machinist's helper |
| Mediziner | Physician |
| Medizinstudent | Medical Student |
| Meliorationsfachmann | Specialist for amelioration |
| Melker | Milker |
| Messerschmied | Cutler |
| Met. Anreisser | Metal Scriber |
| Met. Graveur | Metal Engraver |
| Met. Kontrolleur | Metal Assayer |
| Met. Techn. | Metal Technician |
| Met. Walzer | Metal Roller |
| Metall Arbeiter | Metal Worker |
| Metallbohrer | Metal Driller |
| Metalldreher | Metal turner |
| Metalldrehermeister | Master metal turner |
| Metalldrucker | Metal Presser |
| Metalldrücker | Metal Presser |
| Metallfabrikant | Metal Producer |
| Metallformer | Metal Molder |
| Metallfräser | Metal Cutter |
| Metallgießer | Metal Caster |
| Metallhobler | Metal Planer |
| Metalling. | Metal Engeneer |
| Metallkonstrukteur | Metal Constructor |
| Metallpolier. | Metal Polisher |
| Metallsäger | Metal Sawer |
| Metallschläger | Metal Scrapper |
| Metallschleifer | Metal Cutter |
| Metall-Schlosser | Metal Locksmith |
| Metallschmelzer | Metal Smelter |
| Metallseiler | Metallic Rope Maker |
| Metallurgiker | Metallurgist |
| Meterenwärter | Meters keeper |
| Metzger | Butcher |
| Mgr. Chemiker | Manager Chemist |
| Mgr. Pharmazeutin | Manager Phatmacist |
| Miedermachermeister | Master corset-maker |
| Mikrophotograph | Microphotographer |
| Milchkontrolleur | Milk Inspector |
| Milch-Laborant | Milk Laboratory Assistant |
| Mineralöl-Chemiker | Chemist for crude oil |
| Mineur | Quarryman |
| Möbel Transport | Furniture Transport |
| Möbelanstreicher | Furniture Painter |
| Möbelkaufm. | Furniture Dealer |
| Möbeltischler | Cabinetmaker |
| Modellbauer (Aero) | Models Constructor (Aero) |
| Modellierer | Modeler |
| Modelltischler | Model Carpenter |
| Modistin | Milliner |
| Mölker | Milker? |
| Molkereiarb. | Dairy Worker |
| Molkermeister | Dairy Foreman |
| Monteur | Operator / assemblyman |
| Monteur Waffen | Weapons Assembler |
| Monteurgehilfe | Assistant operator / assemblyman |
| Monteurmeister | Master operator / assemblyman |
| Motorenführer | Head motor / engine man |
| Motorenwärter | Motor / engine tender |
| Motorführer | Engine driver |
| Motorschlosser | Engine Locksmith |
| Motorwärter | Auto keeper |
| Mühlenbauer | Millwright |
| Mühler | Miller |
| Mühlerlehrling | Miller Apprentice |
| Mülhlenarbeiter | Mill Worker |
| Müller | Miller |
| Müller/Bauer | Miller / Farmer |
| Munitionskontrolleur | Ammunitions Controller |
| Musiker | Musician |
| Musikinstrumentenmacher | Musical Instruments Manufacturer |
| Musiklehrer | Music Teacher |
| Mützenerzeug. | Bonnet, Cap Manufacturer |
| Mützenmacher | Bonnet, Cap Manufacturer |
| Mützenmacher | Cap maker |
| Naftabohrmeister | Nafta Drilling Foreman |
| Naftagruben techniker | Technician for the crude (nafta) mining |
| Naftamanipulant | Nafta handler |
| Näherin | Seamtress |
| Nähmaschinenmechan. | Sewing Machine Technician |
| Naßschleifer | Wet Cutter |
| Nautische Schule | Nautical School |
| Neurolog | Neurologist |
| Nickler | Nickel Plater, Nickler |
| Notar | Notary |
| Oberdestil. | High distillation or master distillator |
| Oberfeldscher | Head Doctor |
| Oberkoch | Chef |
| Ober-Laborant | Laboratory manager |
| Oberledermacher | Chief Leather Manufacturer |
| Oberlehrer | Senior Master |
| Obermelker | Senior Milker |
| Oberpostilion | Senior Postillon |
| Oberschwester | Head Nurse |
| Oberst | Colonel |
| Oberst der Polizei | Police Colonel |
| Oberteiler | Tops Manufacturer |
| Oberteilmacher | Tops Manufacturer |
| Oberteilzuschneider | Upper shoe maker |
| Obstbauer | Fruit Grower |
| Obstgärtner | Orchard Keeper |
| Obsthändler | Fruits Trader |
| Oelsammler | Oil-collector |
| Oeltanker | Oil-Tanker |
| Ofensetzer | Stove builder |
| Offizier | Officer |
| Ökonom | Economist |
| Ökonomist | Economist |
| Öl. Bohrer | Oil Driller |
| Öl-Fachmann | Oil technician |
| Operateur | Operator |
| Operation-und technische Hilfskraft | Operational and technical support |
| Optiker | Optician |
| Ordner | Folder |
| Organist | Organist |
| Orthopäde | Orthopedist |
| Pächter | Leaser |
| Packer | Packer |
| Papierarbeit. | Paper (Mill) Worker |
| Papierfabrik. | Papermill |
| Papierhändler | Paper Tradesman |
| Papiertechniker | Paper Technician |
| Papierverarbeiterin | Paper worker |
| Paraffin-Arbeiter | Wax worker |
| Paraffinenmeister | Master |
| Paraffinmeistergehilfe | Assistent wax worker |
| Parfümfabrikant | Perfume Producer |
| Parkettleger | Parquet Layer |
| Pasticeri | (Italian) Pastry Chef |
| Pastor | Minister, Pastor |
| Pediküre | Pedicure |
| Pelzzurichter | Fur Batter |
| Pendelsäger | Saw operator |
| Pendelsägergehilfin | Assistant saw operator |
| Pensionist | Retiree |
| Personalreferent | Reporter |
| Personalreferent und Material-Wirtschaft | Reporter of the Jewish workforce and bursarship |
| Petroleumchemiker | Petroleum chemist |
| Pfarrer | Minister, Pastor |
| Pferdehändler | Horses Trader |
| Pferdetrainer | Horses Trainer |
| Pferdewärter | Horse attendant |
| Pflasterer | Paver |
| Pflegerin | Nurse |
| Pförtner | Janitor, Concierge |
| Pharmazeut | Pharmacist |
| Pharmazeutin | Pharmacist |
| Photograf | Photographer |
| Photo-Lichtpauserei | Photo blue prints |
| Pilot | Pilot |
| Planungsbearbeiter für Neuanlagen. | Planningworker for new ventures |
| Platzarbeiter | Local worker |
| Pol. Beamter | Police Functionary |
| Pol. Kommissar | Police Commissioner |
| Polierer | Polisher |
| Polizei | Police |
| Polizeiagent | Police Agent |
| Polizeiaspirant | Police Aspirant |
| Polizeiinsp. | Police Inspector |
| Polizeioffiz. | Police Officer |
| Polizeisekretär | Police Secretary |
| Polizist | Policeman |
| Polsterer | Upholsterer |
| Polstermeister | Matress Manufacture Foreman |
| Portier | Doorman |
| Porträtist | Portraitist |
| Porzellanmaler | Porcelain (China) Painter |
| Postangestellter | Postal Employee |
| Postarbeiter | Post Office Worker |
| Postbeamter | Postal Functionary |
| Postfacharbeit. | Post Office Box Worker |
| Postinspektor | Postal Inspector |
| Postler | Postal Worker |
| Postsekretär | Postal Secretary |
| Postspediteur | Post Forwarder |
| Praktischer Arzt | General Practitioner |
| Presser | Presser |
| Priester | Priest |
| Privatangestellter | Private Employee |
| Privatbeamter | Private Public Servant |
| Prof. Mathem. | Maths Professor |
| Professor | Professor |
| Professor der Musik | Music Teacher |
| Prokurist | Authorized Signatory |
| Publizität Agent | Publicity Agent |
| Pumpenarbeiter | Pump operator |
| Pumpenmeister-Heizer | Head pump & boiler operator |
| Putzfrau | Cleaning woman |
| Putzmacherin | Milliner |
| Rabbiner | Rabbi |
| Radio Ing. | Radio Engeneer |
| Radioelektriker | Radio Electrician |
| Radioinst. | Radio Assembler |
| Radiomechanik. | Radio Mechanician |
| Radiomonteur | Radio Assembler |
| Radiotechniker | Radio Technician |
| Radiotelegrafist | Radio Telegraphist |
| Raffinationsgehilfe | Assistant refining |
| Raffinationsmeister | Master refining |
| Raffinatorgehilfe | Assistant refiner |
| Rathaussekr. | City Hall Secretary |
| Rechn.-Prüfer | Invoice checker |
| Rechner | Calculator |
| Rechnungsführer | Accountant |
| Rechtsanwalt | Attorney |
| Rechtsverwalter | Bailiff |
| Redakteur | Editor |
| Regenschirmmacher | Umbrellas Manufacturer |
| Regisseur | Stage Director |
| Reinigungsarbeiten | Janitor |
| Reisender | Travelling Salesman |
| Rentgenolog | X-Ray |
| Reperaturschlosser | Repair Locksmith |
| Restaurantbesitzer | Restaurant Owner |
| Restaurateur | Restaurateur |
| Restaurator | Restorer |
| Retuschierer | Retoucher |
| Revolverdreher | Turret Lathe Operator |
| Rhorleitungsmonteur | Pipeline Assembler |
| Richter | Judge |
| Riemer | Pulley / belt worker |
| Riemer u. Tapezierer | Leather belt & upholsterer |
| Riemer und Sattler | Leather belt & Saddler |
| Riemermeister | Head pulley/belt worker |
| Rittmeister | Cavalry Captain |
| Rohölmanipulant | Works with crude oil |
| Rohölmanipulant u. Bohrg. Baupol | Crude oil manipulations |
| Rohölreiniger | Crude oil cleaner |
| Rohölsammler | Crude oil cleaner |
| Rohr Schleifer | Pipe Cutter |
| Rohrentechniker | Pipework technician |
| Rohrleger | Pipe layer |
| Rohrleitungsarbeiter | Pipeline construction worker |
| Rohrmonteur | Pipe assembler / mechanic |
| Rohrschlosser | Pipe Locksmith |
| Rohrzieher | Pipe Puller |
| Röntgenologe | X ray technician |
| Röntgentechniker | X-ray technician |
| Rundholzaufpolterer | Wood refinisher |
| Rundholzmanipulant | Round wood manipulator |
| Rüstungsarbeiter | Armament Worker |
| Sachbearbeiter | Official in charge / consultant |
| Sachbearbeiter d. Elektromaterialien. | In charge of electric materials |
| Sachbearbeiter f. Einkauf | In charge of purchases |
| Sachbearbeiter f. Sauerstoff-Ein-u. Ausgänge. | In charge of entrance/exit of acids |
| Sachbearbeiter f. Transit | In charge of transit |
| Sachbearbeiter für Neuanlagen | In charge of new devlopments |
| Sägearbeiter | Saw Worker |
| Sägefabrik-Spez. | Saw Manufacture Expert |
| Sägeleiter | Saw manager |
| Sägemanipulant | Saw Manipulator |
| Sägemeister | Saw Expert |
| Säger | Sawyer |
| Sägewerkang. | Sawmill Employee |
| Sägewerkarbeiter | Sawmill Worker |
| Sägewerkbeamt. | Sawmill Functionary |
| Sägewerkmeister | Sawmill Foreman |
| Sammler | Header, Collector |
| Sänger | Singer |
| Sanitäter | Ambulance Man, Paramedic |
| Sanitätsdienst | Medical service |
| Sanitätsgehilfin | Medical assistant |
| Sanitätskraft (Desinfektor) | Desinfection team |
| Sattler | Saddler |
| Sattler | Saddler |
| Sattler | Saddler |
| Sattlermeister | Saddler Expert |
| Saurer | Acidifier? |
| Schächter | Shojchet |
| Schachtmeister | Pitt Master |
| Schäfer | Sheperd |
| Schaffner | Train Conductor |
| Schäftemacher | Upper shoe maker |
| Schauspieler | Actor, Comedian |
| Schichtenführer u. Kontorist | Team leader and office employee |
| Schiffbauing. | Shipbuilding Engeneer |
| Schiffer | Mariner, Skipper |
| Schiffmechaniker | Ship Mechanic |
| Schiffsbeamt. | Ship Functionary |
| Schiffsheizer | Ship Stoker |
| Schiffskapitän | Captain, Skipper |
| Schiffskoch | Ship Chef |
| Schiffsmann | Boatman |
| Schiffsoffizier | Ship Officer |
| Schiffssteuermann | Ship Helmsman |
| Schiffszimmermann | Ship Carpenter |
| Schiftmaler | Ship Painter |
| Schildermacher | Signboards Manufacturer |
| Schildermaler | Signboards Painter |
| Schirmacher | Umbrella Manufacturer |
| Schirmerzeug. | Umbrella Manufacturer |
| Schlächter | Slaughterman |
| Schlosermeister | Master metalworker |
| Schlosser | Metal worker / locksmith |
| Schlosser Bohrmeister | Mechanic Drillmaster |
| Schlosser Gehilfe | Assistant metalworker |
| Schlosser Mechaniker | Mechanician metals |
| Schlosser Schweisser | Metal welder |
| Schlossergehilfe | Assistant metal worker |
| Schlossergeselle | Assistant metal worker |
| Schlossermeister | Master metal worker |
| Schmelzer | Smelter |
| Schmied | Blacksmith |
| Schmied (Waffen) | Smith (Weapons) |
| Schmiedegehilfe | Assistant blacksmith |
| Schmiedegeselle | Assistant blacksmith |
| Schmiedemeister | Master blacksmith |
| Schneider | Tailor |
| Schneidergehilfe | Assistant tailor |
| Schneidermeister | Master tailor |
| Schnitter | Harvester |
| Schnittholzsortierer | Wood cuting sorter |
| Schreiber | Author, Columnist |
| Schreibkraft | Typist |
| Schreibkraft im Bürokrat | Office typist |
| Schriftbauarb. | Typography Worker |
| Schriftleiter | Editor |
| Schriftmaler und Lakierer | Signwriter and varnisher |
| Schriftsetzer | Typographer |
| Schriftsetzer | Typesetter |
| Schriftsteller | Writer, Wordsmith |
| Schuhmacher | Shoemaker |
| Schuledirektor | School Director |
| Schüler | Pupil |
| Schurfarbeiter | Shearer / cutter |
| Schuster | Shoemaker, Cobbler |
| Schuster | Cobbler / shoemaker |
| Schuster Ortopedist | Shoemaker, Orthopedist |
| Schustergehilfe | Assistant shoemaker |
| Schustermeister | Master shoemaker |
| Schusterzuschneider | Shoe sewer |
| Schweinzüchter | Pig Breeder |
| Schweisser | Welder |
| Schweisser u. Wasserleitungsmonteur | Welder & water pipe assembler |
| Schweissergehilfe | Assistant welder |
| Seemann | Seaman, Sailor |
| Seidensifter | Silk Sifter |
| Seidenweber | Silk Weaver |
| Seifen-Gehilfin | Assistant soap maker |
| Seifenkocher | Soap Boiler |
| Seifenmach. | Soap Maker |
| Seifensiederin | Soap boiler |
| Seiler | Rope Maker |
| Sekretär | Secretary |
| Sergeant | Sarge, Sergeant |
| Setzer | Typesetter |
| Sodawassererzeuger | Soda Water Producer |
| Soldat | Soldier |
| Sortieren v. Bohrproben | Sort and essays of drills |
| Sortierer | Sorter |
| Spediteur | Forwarder |
| Spediteur | Forwarding Agent |
| Spenglermeister | Master panel beater |
| Spezial - Ingenieure für die Ausfertigung von Zeichn ungen und Entwürfen über Neuanla der Ost - und westgaliz schen Raffinerien. Beschäftigt im Baubüro der Raffinerien. | Engineer specialized in the preparation of blue prints and design of new installations in West and East galician refineries. Employed at the office of the refinery |
| Spezialarzt zur Bekämpfung des Paraffinkrebses und anderer Berufskrankheiten. | Doctor specialized in the paraffine induced cancer and other professional diseases |
| Spezialfachmann f. Grubenmater. | Specialist for drilling material |
| Spezialfachmann f. Rohölreinigung | Specialist for crude refinement |
| Spezialfachmann Grubenanlagen | Specialist for drillings |
| Spezial-Ingeniuer für den Ausbau der Faffinerien und bekannter ? | Enginer specialized in the construction of refineries |
| Spezialist und Erfinder der Emulsionsspalter, sowie des Polymeren als Erweicher für künstlichenGummi. | Specialist polymers and artificial rubber |
| Spezialklempner | Specilist plumber |
| Spiegelschleifer | Mirror Cutter |
| Spinnerin | Weaver (female) |
| Spitalsverw. | Hospital Caretaker |
| Sport-Instr. | Sport Instructor |
| Sportlehrer | Sports Coach |
| Sporttrainer/ Kellner | Sports Coach |
| Sprachlehrer | Language Teacher |
| Staatsbeamter | Public Servant |
| Stahlformer | Steel Molder |
| Stahl-Ing. | Steel Engeneer |
| Stanzer | Puncher |
| Steiger | Overman |
| Steindrucker | Litographer |
| Steinhauer | Stonecarver |
| Steinmetz | Stone mason / cutter |
| Steinschläger | Stone Scrapper |
| Steinsetzer | Gem Setter |
| Stellmacher | Cartwright |
| Stenograph. | Stenographer |
| Stenotypist Korrespondent. | Stenographing and correspondance clerk |
| Stenotypistin | Shorthand typist / stenographer |
| Stenotypistin u. Buchhalter | Stenographing and bookkeeping |
| Stenotypistin u. Maschinenschreib | Stenographing and typing |
| Steppdeckenmeist. | Quilt Technician |
| Steppdeckennäherin | Quilt-sewer |
| Stepper | Stitcher |
| Stereotyper | Stereotyper |
| Steuerinsp. | Tax Inspector |
| Steuerkontr. | Tax Controller |
| Steuermann | Helmsman, Cox |
| Stickerin | Embroider |
| Stoffdrucker | Cloth Printer |
| Strassenarbeiter | Roadman |
| Strassenbahner | Streetcarman |
| Straßenbahnfahrer | Streetcar Driver |
| Strassenbahnschaffner | Streetcar Conductor |
| Straßenbau. Ing. | Roadworks Engeneer |
| Strassenbauer | Road Builder |
| Straßenbauführer | Road Building Headman |
| Strassenbaukontrolleur | Road Building Controller |
| Strassen-Ing. | Roadworks Engeneer |
| Straßenkehrer | Street Sweeper |
| Strassenwärter | Street Warder |
| Streicher | Sweeper |
| Strickergehilfin | Knitters assistant |
| Strickergesellin | Knitters assistant |
| Strickerin | Knitter |
| Strickermeisterin | Master knitter |
| Strümpfenmacher | Stockings Manufacturer |
| Strümpfer | Stocking Darner |
| Stubemaler | Room Painter? |
| Stud. Maschin. | Student Machinery |
| Stud. Technik. | Student Technician |
| Student | Student |
| Student der Medizin | Medicine Student |
| Student.Jur. | Law Student |
| Stukkateur | Plasterer |
| Taglöhner | Day Labourer |
| Tapezierer | Upholsterer |
| Tapezierergehilfe | Assistant upholsterer |
| Tapezierergehilfin | Assistant upholsterer |
| Tapeziermeister | Master upholsterer |
| Taschner | Pocket Manufacturer |
| Taucher | Frogman, Scuba Diver |
| Techniker | Technician / engineer |
| Technikerin Zeichnerin | Technician/ draftman (female) |
| Technischer Angestellter | Technical clerk (female) |
| Technischer Beamtin u. Maschinistin | Technical employee and machinist (female) |
| Technischer Grubenmaterialfachmann | Technical specialist for drilling materials |
| Technischer Kalkulant | Technical calculator |
| Technischer Kalkulant | Technical quantity surveyor |
| Technischer Karteiführer | Technical reponsible for files |
| Technischer Karteiführer | Technical reponsible for files |
| Technischer Kaufmann und Bohrgehilfe | Technical commercial |
| Technischer Sachbearbeiter | Technical administrator |
| Technischer Sachbearbeiter d. Anlage-Buchhaltung | Technical administrator for the bookkeeping of the factory |
| Technischer Spezial-Leichner für Entwürfe der Nen. Anlagen | Technical draftman for design of new factories |
| Technischer Zeichner | Technical draftman |
| Technischer Zeichner | Technical draftman |
| Technischeschule | Technical school |
| Tele Mechaniker | Tele Mechanician |
| Telefonarb. | Telephone Worker |
| Telefondirektor | Telephone Director |
| Telefonist | Switchboard Operator |
| Telefonmonteur | Telephone Assembler |
| Telefontechniker | Telephone Technician |
| Telegr. Arb. | Telegraph Worker |
| Telegr. Mont. | Telegraph Assember |
| Telegrafbediensteter | Telegraph Public Servant |
| Telegrafist | Telegrapher |
| Tex. Ingenieur | Textile Engeneer |
| Textilarbeiter | Textile Worker |
| Textilfabrikant | Textile Producer |
| Textilfabriksdirektor | Textileworks Director |
| Textilfärber | Textile Dyer |
| Textilist | Textile Man |
| Textilkaufmann | Textiles Merchant |
| Textilmanip. | Textile Manipulator |
| Textilmechaniker | Textile Mechanician |
| Textilmeister | Textile Expert |
| Textilweber | Textile Weaver |
| Theaterdirekt. | Theatre Director |
| Theologe | Theologian |
| Tiefbauing. | Civil (Mining) Engeneer |
| Tiefbautechniker | Civil (Mining) Technician |
| Tierarzt | Veterinary Surgeon |
| Tierarztgehilfe | Veterinary Surgeon Assistant |
| Tierpfleger | Keeper Of Animals |
| Tierzüchter | Breeder Of Animals |
| Tischler | Cabinetmaker |
| Tischler | Carpenter |
| Tischler Gehilfin | Assistant Carpenter |
| Tischler u. Anstreicher | Carpenter and painter |
| Tischler u. Parkettleger | Carpenter and parquet layer |
| Tischlergehilfe | Assistant carpenter |
| Tischlergeselle | Assistant carpenter |
| Tischler-Holzfachmann | Cabinetmaker |
| Tischlermeister | Head carpenter |
| Töpfer | Ceramist, Potter |
| Töpfermeister | Ceramist Expert |
| Topograph | Topographer |
| Totengräber | Gravedigger |
| Träger | Porter |
| Traktorenführer | Tractor driver |
| Traktorist | Tractor driver |
| Transportarbeiter | Transport workman |
| Transporteur | Haulier |
| Transportfacharbeiter | Transport specialist |
| Traubengärtner | Grapes Grower |
| Tuchfärber | Blanket, Cloth Dyer |
| Tuchweber | Cloth-Weaver |
| Tütenmacher | (Paper) Bags Manufacturer |
| Typograf | Typographer |
| Uhrmacher | Watchmaker |
| Uhrmachermeister | Master watchmaker |
| unbekannt | Unknown |
| Uniformmützenmaker | Uniform capmaker |
| Uniformschneider | Uniform tailor |
| Univ. Doz. Chem. | University Lecturer Chemistry |
| Univ. Dozent | University Lecturer |
| Universitätsprofessor | University Professor |
| unleserlich | Illegible |
| Unteroffizier | Corporal |
| Vergolder | Gilder |
| Verkäufer | Salesman |
| Verleger | Publisher |
| Verm. Beamt. | Measurements Civil Officer |
| Verm. Techn. | Technician Surveyor |
| Vermesser | Surveyor |
| Vermessung-Ing. | Measurements Engeneer |
| Vermessungsangestellter | Measurements Employee |
| Vermittler | Broker |
| Vernickler | Nickel Plating Worker |
| Verpacker | Packer |
| Verpflegsmagazin | Foodstore keeper |
| Verputzer | Plasterer, Trimmer |
| Vertreter | Agent |
| Verwalter | Trustee, Caretaker |
| Verwaltungsbeamter | Administration Civil Officer |
| Vet. Feldscher | Veterinary Medic |
| Veterinar | Veterinarian |
| Volksschullehrer | Elementary School Teacher |
| Vorarbeiter | Foreman |
| Vorzeichner | Drawer |
| Vulkänisateur | Vulkanizer |
| Vulkaniseur | Vulcanizer |
| Vulkaniseur | Vulkanizer |
| Wachmann | Watchman |
| Wachssiederin | Wax worker |
| Wächter | Warder, Guard |
| Wachtmeister | Patrolman |
| Waffen Schloss. | Weaponries Locksmith |
| Waffenschmied | Weapons Forger, Smith |
| Wagenmacher | Car, Wagon Assembler |
| Wagenschmied | Car, Wagon Smith |
| Wagner | One who repair carriages |
| Wagner Zimmermann | Carriage carpenter |
| Wagnergehilfe | Assistant carriage worker |
| Wagnergeselle | Assistant carriage worker |
| Waldarbeiter | Lumberman |
| Waldhüter | Ranger |
| Waldmann | Ranger |
| Walzer | (Sheet) Roller |
| Wäscheerzeuger | Linen Producer |
| Wäschenäherin | Linen sewer |
| Wäschenäherin-Gehilfin | Assistant linen sewer |
| Wäschenäherin-Meist. | Head linen sewer |
| Wascher | Launderer |
| Wäscher u. Färber | Launderer / Dyer |
| Wäscherin | Laundress |
| Wäscheschneider | Linen Dressmaker |
| Wäschezuschneider | Linen Cutter |
| Wasser monteur | Water operator |
| Wasserinstallateur | Water Plumber |
| Wasserleiter Monteur | Water pipes operator |
| Wasserleitungmont. | Water Pipes Assembler |
| Wassernstallateur Meister | Head water installations |
| Wasser-Untersuchung | Water analysis |
| Weber | Weaver |
| Webermeister | Weaver Foreman |
| Wegebaumeist. | Road Building Foreman |
| Weinarbeiter | Winery Worker |
| Weingärtner | Wine Grower |
| Weinhändler | Wine Merchant |
| Weissnäher | Seamstress |
| Weissnäher-Gesellin | Assisteant seamstress |
| Weissnäher-Meisterin | Head seamstress |
| Weissnähgesellin | Assistant seanstress |
| Werkführer | Factory Headman |
| Werkmeister | Foreman |
| Werkstättenarbeiter | Factory worker |
| Werkstattenkalkulant | Factory metreur |
| Werkz. Dreher | Tools Turner |
| Werkzeugmacher | Tools Manufacturer |
| Werkzeugmechaniker | Tools Mechaniker |
| Werkzeugschleifer | Tool Polisher |
| Werkzeugschlosser | Tools locksmith |
| Werkzeugtransport-Facharbeiter | Specialist for tools transport |
| Winzer | Winegrower |
| Wirker | Weaver |
| Wirt | Innkeeper |
| Wirtschaftsbeamter | Economy Public Servant |
| Wirtschaftsprüfer | Certified Public Accountant |
| Wurstmacher | Frankfurter (Sausage) Manufacturer |
| Zahnarzt | Dentist |
| Zahnärzt Assistentin | Dental assistant |
| Zahnärzt Gehilfin | Dental assistant |
| Zahntechniker | Dental technician |
| Zeichner | Draftman |
| Zeichner Konstrukt. | Building Drawer |
| Zeichner Registratur | Blue prints archives |
| Zeichner u. Schildenmaler | Draftman and signs painter |
| Zementarbeiter | Cement Worker |
| Zent. Heizungsmonteur | Central Heating Assembler |
| Ziegelbauer | Brick Layer, Mason |
| Ziegeleiarb. | Brickworks Worker |
| Ziegeleileiter | Brickworks Director |
| Ziegeleileiter | Brick forman |
| Ziegelmeister | Brick / Tiles Expert |
| Zimmerer | Carpenter |
| Zimmerergehilfin | Assstant carpenter |
| Zimmermaler | Carpenter-painter |
| Zimmermann | Carpenter |
| Zimmermann und Tischler | Carpenter and cabinetmaker |
| Zimmermanngehilfe | Assistant carpenter |
| Zimmermanngehilfin | Assistant carpenter |
| Zimmermanngesellin | Assistant carpenter |
| Zimmermannmeister | Master carpenter |
| Zinkarbeiter | Zinc Worker |
| Zinkdrucker | Zincographer |
| Zinkgraphiker | Zincographer |
| Zirkusartist | Circus Artist |
| Zollbeamter | Customs Officer |
| Zollingenieur | Customs Engeneer ? |
| Zootechniker | Zoo Technician |
| Zuckerbäcker | Confectioner |
| Zuckermann | Sugarman |
| Zugführer | Chief Guard, Conductor |
| Zuschneider | Cutter, Clicker |
| Zwirnmeister | Yarn, Thread Specialist |
Common Suffixes
| German | English |
|---|---|
| Arbeiter | worker |
| Assistant | assistant |
| Betreiber | operator |
| Gehilfe | assistant |
| Geselle | assistant (finished apprenticeship) |
| Ingenieur | Engineer-degrred |
| Installateur | fitter / installer |
| Mechanicher | mechanic |
| Mechaniker | mechanic |
| Meister | master / head |
| Monteur | mechanic |
| Techniker | engineer |
| Vermesser | surveyor |
| Wärter | caretaker / keeper |
Common Prefixes
| German | English |
|---|---|
| Arzt | doctor |
| Auto | car |
| Bau | construction |
| Bohr | drill |
| Eisen | iron |
| Elektriker | electrician |
| Fachman | specialist / technician |
| Gas | gas |
| Gruben | ditch |
| Gummi | rubber |
| Hochbau | Above ground |
| Holz | wood |
| Kessel | boiler |
| Maschin | machinery |
| Papier | paper |
| Rohr | pipe |
| Schloss | metal / lock |
| Schmeid | smith |
| Tiefbau | Under ground (Mining) |
| Wachs | wax |
| Wasser | water |