[Core] [93% incumbents] Use hand tools, such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, saws, hedge or brush trimmers, or axes.
  DWAs: Operate grounds maintenance equipment.

[Core] [93% incumbents] Mow or edge lawns, using power mowers or edgers.
  DWAs: Trim trees or other vegetation. | Operate grounds maintenance equipment.

[Core] [93% incumbents] Rake, mulch, and compost leaves.
  DWAs: Remove debris from work sites.

[Supplemental] [93% incumbents] Advise customers on plant selection or care.
  DWAs: Provide information about landscaping services or costs.

[Core] [92% incumbents] Gather and remove litter.
  DWAs: Dispose of trash or waste materials.

[Core] [92% incumbents] Operate vehicles or powered equipment, such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, snow blowers, chainsaws, electric clippers, sod cutters, or pruning saws.
  DWAs: Operate grounds maintenance equipment. | Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites.

[Core] [92% incumbents] Prune or trim trees, shrubs, or hedges, using shears, pruners, or chain saws.
  DWAs: Trim trees or other vegetation. | Operate grounds maintenance equipment.

[Core] [92% incumbents] Mix and spray or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, or trees, using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.
  DWAs: Prepare chemicals for work application. | Treat greenery or surfaces with protective substances. | Operate grounds maintenance equipment.

[Core] [92% incumbents] Attach wires from planted trees to support stakes.
  DWAs: Install equipment to protect or support trees.

[Supplemental] [92% incumbents] Shovel snow from walks, driveways, or parking lots, and spread salt in those areas.
  DWAs: Remove snow.

[Supplemental] [92% incumbents] Maintain irrigation systems, including winterizing the systems and starting them up in spring.
  DWAs: Maintain equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.

[Supplemental] [92% incumbents] Plan or cultivate lawns or gardens.
  DWAs: Cultivate lawns, turf, or gardens.

[Supplemental] [92% incumbents] Care for artificial turf fields, periodically removing the turf and replacing cushioning pads or vacuuming and disinfecting the turf after use to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.
  DWAs: Cultivate lawns, turf, or gardens.

[Core] [91% incumbents] Water lawns, trees, or plants, using portable sprinkler systems, hoses, or watering cans.
  DWAs: Irrigate lawns, trees, or plants.

[Core] [91% incumbents] Plant seeds, bulbs, foliage, flowering plants, grass, ground covers, trees, or shrubs, and apply mulch for protection, using gardening tools.
  DWAs: Cultivate lawns, turf, or gardens. | Plant greenery to improve landscape appearance.

[Supplemental] [91% incumbents] Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, burial sites, or other grounds features.
  DWAs: Inspect buildings or grounds to determine condition. | Operate grounds maintenance equipment.

[Supplemental] [91% incumbents] Haul or spread topsoil, or spread straw over seeded soil to hold soil in place.
  DWAs: Cultivate lawns, turf, or gardens.

[Supplemental] [91% incumbents] Build forms and mix and pour cement to form garden borders.
  DWAs: Install masonry materials. | Build construction forms or molds.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, removing thatch, or trimming or edging around flower beds, walks, or walls.
  DWAs: Cultivate lawns, turf, or gardens.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Follow planned landscaping designs to determine where to lay sod, sow grass, or plant flowers or foliage.
  DWAs: Evaluate reports or designs to determine work needs.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Decorate gardens with stones or plants.
  DWAs: Decorate indoor or outdoor spaces.

[Supplemental] [90% incumbents] Use irrigation methods to adjust the amount of water consumption and to prevent waste.
  DWAs: Irrigate lawns, trees, or plants.

[Supplemental] [90% incumbents] Install rock gardens, ponds, decks, drainage systems, irrigation systems, retaining walls, fences, planters, or playground equipment.
  DWAs: Install fencing or other barriers.

[Supplemental] [90% incumbents] Care for natural turf fields, making sure the underlying soil has the required composition to allow proper drainage and to support the grasses.
  DWAs: Cultivate lawns, turf, or gardens.

[Core] [89% incumbents] Trim or pick flowers and clean flower beds.
  DWAs: Clean facilities or sites. | Trim trees or other vegetation.

[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Maintain or repair tools, equipment, or structures, such as buildings, greenhouses, fences, or benches, using hand or power tools.
  DWAs: Maintain equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.

[EMERGING:New] Move furniture.

--- SKILLS ---
  Speaking (imp:2.88 lvl:1.88) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.88 lvl:1.88) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Listening (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Monitoring (imp:2.50 lvl:1.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Writing (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  English Language (imp:3.40 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.24 lvl:2.88) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Chemistry (imp:2.99 lvl:2.97) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Mechanical (imp:2.93 lvl:2.76) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.75 lvl:1.77) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Administration and Management (imp:2.67 lvl:2.29) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Biology (imp:2.59 lvl:2.68) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Mathematics (imp:2.52 lvl:2.76) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Design (imp:2.34 lvl:2.16) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Transportation (imp:2.28 lvl:1.84) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Production and Processing (imp:2.22 lvl:2.02) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Building and Construction (imp:2.18 lvl:1.56) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Administrative (imp:2.05 lvl:2.07) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.03 lvl:1.96) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.03 lvl:2.28) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Communications and Media (imp:1.92 lvl:1.65) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Education and Training (imp:1.90 lvl:2.15) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.86 lvl:1.78) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.85 lvl:1.55) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.77 lvl:1.89) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Geography (imp:1.73) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Law and Government (imp:1.60 lvl:0.74) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Food Production (imp:1.52) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Physics (imp:1.51) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Telecommunications (imp:1.45) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Foreign Language (imp:1.37 lvl:0.58) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Psychology (imp:1.32) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.26) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Fine Arts (imp:1.26) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.17) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.17) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  History and Archeology (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.09) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 

--- ABILITIES ---
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Control Precision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Static Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.75) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Stamina (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Near Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Information Ordering (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.88 lvl:2.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Oral Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:1.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Rate Control (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Depth Perception (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Reaction Time (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Response Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:1.25) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Time Sharing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Number Facility (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Written Expression (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Night Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.90 lvl:5.17) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.79 lvl:3.89) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.65 lvl:3.94) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.62 lvl:4.04) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Getting Information (imp:3.60 lvl:2.91) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.55 lvl:3.60) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.45 lvl:2.94) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.44 lvl:3.41) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.44 lvl:3.44) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.41 lvl:2.76) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.39 lvl:3.74) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.38 lvl:3.39) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.34 lvl:2.80) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.31 lvl:2.99) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.22 lvl:3.26) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.14 lvl:2.81) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.08 lvl:3.19) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.96 lvl:2.59) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:2.83 lvl:2.56) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.75 lvl:3.16) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.69 lvl:2.50) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.66 lvl:2.72) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.65 lvl:2.57) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.49 lvl:1.87) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.47 lvl:2.15) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Processing Information (imp:2.40 lvl:1.86) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.28 lvl:1.50) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.26 lvl:1.94) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.24 lvl:1.46) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.04 lvl:0.80) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:1.95 lvl:0.82) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.94 lvl:1.03) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.89 lvl:1.57) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:1.73 lvl:1.15) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:1.67 lvl:0.97) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.62 lvl:0.92) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.58 lvl:0.81) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.56 lvl:0.94) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.56 lvl:0.78) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.27) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Working with Computers (imp:1.25) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.06) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.30) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.15) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Cautiousness (imp:1.11) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:0.82) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cooperation (imp:0.78) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.70) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.65) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Initiative (imp:0.65) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability (imp:0.57) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Control (imp:0.53) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.43) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Optimism (imp:0.36) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Innovation (imp:0.19) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Sincerity (imp:0.16) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.03) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Empathy (imp:-0.10) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.12) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Humility (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.30) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.44) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operation and Control (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Time Management (imp:2.62 lvl:2.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Repairing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Persuasion (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Negotiation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 952,640
  annual_median    : $39,150
  annual_pct10     : $31,150
  annual_pct25     : $36,190
  annual_pct75     : $46,830
  annual_pct90     : $56,730
  annual_mean      : $42,290
  hourly_median    : $18.82

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : District of Columbia ($48,790)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($21,910)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.227x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (54 total) ---
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:  599,270  median: $  39,920
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:  102,690  median: $  36,360
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   91,410  median: $  39,310
  Educational Services                     emp:   29,640  median: $  44,280
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:   28,800  median: $  39,360
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:   25,290  median: $  38,620
  Construction                             emp:   18,270  median: $  42,640
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:   16,770  median: $  37,340
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:   10,490  median: $  44,520
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    9,430  median: $  38,610

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (20 total) ---
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:  599,270  median: $  39,920
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:  102,690  median: $  36,360
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   91,410  median: $  39,310
  Educational Services                     emp:   29,640  median: $  44,280
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:   28,800  median: $  39,360
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:   25,290  median: $  38,620
  Construction                             emp:   18,270  median: $  42,640
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:   16,770  median: $  37,340
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:   10,490  median: $  44,520
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    9,430  median: $  38,610

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T22:07:35.358666Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Groundskeeping (similarity: 0.5385)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Groundskeeping
  QID: Q2098937
  Extract: Groundskeeping is the activity of tending an area of land for aesthetic or functional purposes, typically in an institutional setting. It includes mowing grass, trimming hedges, pulling weeds, planting flowers, etc. The U.S. Department of Labor estimated that more than 900,000 workers are employed i

  Title: Landscape maintenance (similarity: 0.4407)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Landscape_maintenance
  QID: Q6485105
  Extract: Landscape maintenance is the art and vocation of keeping a landscape healthy, clean, safe and attractive, typically in a garden, yard, park, institutional setting or estate. Using tools, supplies, knowledge, physical exertion and skills, a groundskeeper may plan or carry out annual plantings and har

  Title: One Big Beautiful Bill Act (similarity: 0.2500)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One_Big_Beautiful_Bill_Act
  QID: Q134500668
  Extract: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) or the Big Beautiful Bill, is a U.S. federal statute passed by the 119th United States Congress containing tax and spending policies that form the core of President Donald Trump's second-term agenda. The bill was signed into law by Trump on July 4, 2025. Althou

  Title: Women in the United States (similarity: 0.3125)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Women_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q17514041
  Extract: The legal status of women in the United States has advanced significantly over the past two centuries, but not yet equal to that of men in comparison to other high-income democracies.

  Title: Penn Medicine Park (similarity: 0.3214)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penn_Medicine_Park
  QID: Q5134375
  Extract: Penn Medicine Park is a baseball park located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in the Northwest Corridor neighborhood. It is the home of the Lancaster Stormers, the city's Atlantic League of Professional Baseball (ALPB) franchise. It hosted its first regular-season baseball game on May 11, 2005, with the

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : High confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data including detailed task descriptions, work activities, and wage data from BLS OEWS May 2025. The occupation is clearly defined with specific skill and knowledge requirements.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T21:11:16.526292+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,736
tokens_output        : 4,316
cost_usd             : $0.045794
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, though 'Groundskeeping' provides relevant context about maintaining land for aesthetic and functional purposes. The semantic similarity scores are moderate, indicating this is a well-defined occupational category.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers maintain outdoor spaces using hand tools and power equipment to perform tasks like mowing, trimming, planting, and fertilizing. They work on residential properties, commercial buildings, golf courses, and public spaces to keep grounds healthy, safe, and attractive. These workers combine physical labor with knowledge of plants, soil, and equipment operation.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers begin by inspecting grounds to assess maintenance needs and weather conditions. They operate power mowers and edgers to maintain lawns, then use hand tools like pruning shears and shovels for detailed work around plants and structures. Tasks include mixing and applying fertilizers or pesticides using spreaders or sprayers, trimming trees and shrubs with chainsaws or pruners, and removing debris and litter from work areas. They may advise property owners on plant selection and care, install support stakes for new trees, and operate vehicles to transport equipment between job sites.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful workers are physically strong and enjoy outdoor work in all weather conditions, with high trunk strength and multilimb coordination enabling effective tool operation. They demonstrate dependability and attention to detail when following maintenance schedules and safety protocols. Workers need practical problem-solving abilities to diagnose plant health issues and equipment malfunctions. Strong interpersonal skills help when interacting with customers and providing plant care advice, while manual dexterity and arm-hand steadiness ensure precise work with both power tools and delicate plants.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require a high school diploma or less (39.1% of workers), though post-secondary certificates in areas like horticulture, agriculture, or equipment operation are increasingly valuable (31.2% of workers). Entry-level workers typically learn through on-the-job training, gaining experience with tool operation and plant identification. Some employers prefer candidates with basic mechanical knowledge for equipment maintenance and chemistry knowledge for proper pesticide application.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Workers can advance to supervisory roles overseeing landscaping crews or progress to specialized positions like tree care specialists or pesticide applicators. Some develop expertise in specific areas like golf course maintenance, cemetery care, or commercial property management. Career advancement often leads to positions as First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping Workers or self-employment running landscaping businesses.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 952,640 workers nationwide with a median annual wage of $39,150 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, ranging from $31,150 to $56,730 for the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic wage variation is moderate with highest pay in District of Columbia ($48,790) and lowest in Puerto Rico ($21,910), a 2.23x ratio. Employment is concentrated in Administrative and Support Services (599,270 workers), Arts and Entertainment (102,690 workers), and government sectors (91,410 workers). Demand remains steady due to ongoing need for property maintenance across residential, commercial, and public sectors.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role shows moderate automation resistance due to the physical nature of outdoor work requiring adaptability to varied terrain and weather conditions. While some equipment automation exists in mowing and irrigation systems, core tasks like pruning, plant selection, and customer interaction require human judgment and dexterity that current technology cannot fully replicate.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation (37-3012.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve mixing and applying fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides using similar equipment and requiring chemistry knowledge.
    data: chemistry knowledge (imp:3.0)
    data: task: mix and spray fertilizers/herbicides
  [skill_overlap] Tree Trimmers and Pruners (37-3013.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require multilimb coordination, manual dexterity, and operation of chainsaws and pruning equipment for vegetation management.
    data: multilimb coordination (imp:3.6)
    data: task: prune trees using chainsaws
  [riasec_cluster] Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse (45-2092.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations share realistic orientation (R:7.00) focused on hands-on work with plants and equipment operation.
    data: RIASEC R:7.00
    data: plant care knowledge
    data: equipment operation tasks
  [career_pathway] First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers (37-1012.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Direct advancement path where experienced landscaping workers move into supervisory roles overseeing crews and operations.
    data: job zone progression
    data: management knowledge (imp:2.7)
    data: interpersonal skills
  [transferable_skill] Maintenance and Repair Workers, General (49-9071.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles emphasize equipment operation, mechanical knowledge, and physical coordination for maintenance tasks.
    data: mechanical knowledge (imp:2.9)
    data: operation and control skills
    data: equipment maintenance

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['landscaping', 'groundskeeping', 'lawn care', 'grounds maintenance', 'landscape maintenance', 'turf care', 'tree trimming', 'horticulture']
  exclude_keywords : ['landscape architect', 'garden designer', 'irrigation engineer', 'construction', 'forestry']
  title_patterns   : ['Groundskeeper', 'Landscape Worker', 'Lawn Care Worker', 'Grounds Maintenance', 'Landscape Laborer']
  common_variations: ['groundskeeper', 'landscape laborer', 'lawn maintenance worker', 'grounds crew', 'landscape technician', 'turf specialist', 'cemetery worker', 'golf course maintenance']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'maintenance', 'principles', 'hand', 'tools', 'lawns', 'trees', 'includes', 'plant', 'care', 'operate', 'materials', 'control', 'objects', 'ideas', 'turf', 'grounds', 'needs']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  42  0.01461  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  dwas:21%  inference:17%
tendency                   42  0.01461  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01322  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
maintenance                18  0.00626  dwas                 dwas:33%  inference:28%  onet_dimensions:22%
principles                 16  0.00557  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
hand                       13  0.00452  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:54%  onet_tasks:23%  inference:23%
tools                      13  0.00452  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  onet_tasks:31%  inference:23%
lawns                      13  0.00452  dwas                 dwas:62%  onet_tasks:31%  inference:8%
trees                      13  0.00452  dwas                 dwas:46%  onet_tasks:38%  inference:15%
includes                   13  0.00452  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
plant                      12  0.00417  inference            inference:42%  onet_tasks:25%  onet_dimensions:25%
care                       12  0.00417  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  inference:33%  onet_dimensions:17%
operate                    12  0.00417  dwas                 dwas:50%  onet_dimensions:25%  inference:17%
materials                  12  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:83%  dwas:17%
control                    12  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
ideas                      11  0.00383  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
turf                       10  0.00348  dwas                 dwas:60%  onet_tasks:40%
grounds                    10  0.00348  dwas                 dwas:70%  inference:20%  onet_tasks:10%
needs                      10  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:10%  inference:10%
techniques                 10  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
gardens                     9  0.00313  dwas                 dwas:67%  onet_tasks:33%
plants                      9  0.00313  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  inference:33%  dwas:22%
problems                    9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
services                    9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  dwas:11%  wikipedia:11%
resources                   9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
physical                    9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:22%  wikipedia:11%
activities                  9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
vehicles                    8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:25%  dwas:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
procedures                  8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
providing                   8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
standards                   8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
management                  8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%