on-the-job

American  

[on-thuh-job, awn-] / ˈɒn ðəˌdʒɒb, ˈɔn- /

adjective

1. done, received, or happening while in actual performance of one's work.

   on-the-job training.

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on the job Idioms  

1. At work, busy, as in We've got three men on the job . [Late 1800s]

2. Paying close attention, alert, as in Trust Jim to find out the details—he's always on the job .

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Etymology

Origin of on-the-job

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

“The training does not stop after graduation from the academy. Recruits are put on a rigorous on-the-job training program that is tracked and monitored.”

From Los Angeles Times

So, while tooting your own horn can be uncomfortable, logging and publicizing on-the-job wins is about controlling your professional narrative.

From The Wall Street Journal

They cannot offer on-the-job training in the majors, lest their team find itself at a competitive disadvantage.

From Los Angeles Times

Workers contend that the high vacancy rate leads to more on-the-job assaults, mandatory overtime and staff turnover.

From Los Angeles Times

There will also be more on-the-job specific training.

From The Wall Street Journal

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