[Core] [60% incumbents] Operate shredding and chipping equipment, and feed limbs and brush into the machines.
  DWAs: Operate grounds maintenance equipment.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Cut away dead and excess branches from trees, or clear branches around power lines, using climbing equipment or buckets of extended truck booms, or chainsaws, hooks, handsaws, shears, and clippers.
  DWAs: Trim trees or other vegetation. | Operate grounds maintenance equipment.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Clean, sharpen, and lubricate tools and equipment.
  DWAs: Clean equipment or supplies.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Hoist tools and equipment to tree trimmers, and lower branches with ropes or block and tackle.
  DWAs: Operate grounds maintenance equipment.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Climb trees, using climbing hooks and belts, or climb ladders to gain access to work areas.
  DWAs: Climb ladders or vehicles to perform duties.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Trim, top, and reshape trees to achieve attractive shapes or to remove low-hanging branches.
  DWAs: Trim trees or other vegetation.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Load debris and refuse onto trucks and haul it away for disposal.
  DWAs: Remove debris from work sites. | Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Inspect trees to determine if they have diseases or pest problems.
  DWAs: Inspect landscaping to determine treatment needs.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Trim jagged stumps, using saws or pruning shears.
  DWAs: Trim trees or other vegetation.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Collect debris and refuse from tree trimming and removal operations into piles, using shovels, rakes, or other tools.
  DWAs: Remove debris from work sites.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Prune, cut down, fertilize, and spray trees as directed by tree surgeons.
  DWAs: Trim trees or other vegetation. | Treat greenery or surfaces with protective substances.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Scrape decayed matter from cavities in trees and fill holes with cement to promote healing and to prevent further deterioration.
  DWAs: Treat greenery or surfaces with protective substances.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Spray trees to treat diseased or unhealthy trees, including mixing chemicals and calibrating spray equipment.
  DWAs: Prepare chemicals for work application. | Treat greenery or surfaces with protective substances. | Operate grounds maintenance equipment.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Operate boom trucks, loaders, stump chippers, brush chippers, tractors, power saws, trucks, sprayers, and other equipment and tools.
  DWAs: Operate grounds maintenance equipment. | Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Provide information to the public regarding trees, such as advice on tree care.
  DWAs: Provide information about landscaping services or costs.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Clear sites, streets, and grounds of woody and herbaceous materials, such as tree stumps and fallen trees and limbs.
  DWAs: Remove debris from work sites.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Cable, brace, tie, bolt, stake, and guy trees and branches to provide support.
  DWAs: Install equipment to protect or support trees.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Plan and develop budgets for tree work, and estimate the monetary value of trees.
  DWAs: Estimate maintenance service requirements or costs.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Water, root-feed, and fertilize trees.
  DWAs: Irrigate lawns, trees, or plants.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Apply tar or other protective substances to cut surfaces or seal surfaces and to protect them from fungi and insects.
  DWAs: Treat greenery or surfaces with protective substances.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Transplant and remove trees and shrubs, and prepare trees for moving.
  DWAs: Plant greenery to improve landscape appearance.

[Supplemental] [58% incumbents] Remove broken limbs from wires, using hooked extension poles.
  DWAs: Remove debris from work sites.

[Supplemental] [58% incumbents] Split logs or wooden blocks into bolts, pickets, posts, or stakes, using hand tools such as ax wedges, sledgehammers, and mallets.
  DWAs: Operate grounds maintenance equipment.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Supervise others engaged in tree trimming work and train lower-level employees.
  DWAs: Instruct staff in work policies or procedures. | Supervise maintenance workers.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Listening (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.58 lvl:3.85) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Mechanical (imp:3.31 lvl:3.60) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.88 lvl:2.95) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Production and Processing (imp:2.78 lvl:2.93) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Transportation (imp:2.71 lvl:2.95) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Education and Training (imp:2.70 lvl:3.06) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  English Language (imp:2.64 lvl:2.30) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Administration and Management (imp:2.46 lvl:2.82) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Law and Government (imp:2.46 lvl:2.27) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Physics (imp:2.30 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Mathematics (imp:2.26 lvl:2.28) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Biology (imp:2.13 lvl:1.71) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.03 lvl:1.26) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Administrative (imp:2.02 lvl:1.30) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.98 lvl:1.91) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Geography (imp:1.91 lvl:1.51) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.90 lvl:1.89) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.81 lvl:1.54) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Psychology (imp:1.79 lvl:1.56) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Building and Construction (imp:1.69 lvl:1.68) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.58 lvl:1.06) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.56) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  History and Archeology (imp:1.50) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Telecommunications (imp:1.49) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Chemistry (imp:1.48 lvl:0.90) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Design (imp:1.45 lvl:1.01) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.42) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Communications and Media (imp:1.40) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.36) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.34) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.31) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Food Production (imp:1.17) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Control Precision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.88 lvl:3.25) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Reaction Time (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.75 lvl:3.25) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Static Strength (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:3.38) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.50 lvl:3.88) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Selective Attention (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Dynamic Strength (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Stamina (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Far Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Visualization (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Depth Perception (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Information Ordering (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Spatial Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Rate Control (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Response Orientation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Written Expression (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Originality (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Sound Localization (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Number Facility (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  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:1.38) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.74 lvl:5.05) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:4.56 lvl:4.51) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.22 lvl:5.52) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Getting Information (imp:4.11 lvl:3.77) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.01 lvl:5.36) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.96 lvl:4.50) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.88 lvl:4.14) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.83 lvl:3.88) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.83 lvl:4.73) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.60 lvl:3.40) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.45 lvl:4.19) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.44 lvl:3.40) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.43 lvl:3.57) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.41 lvl:3.43) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.28 lvl:3.37) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.15 lvl:3.35) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.08 lvl:2.78) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.07 lvl:3.30) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.03 lvl:3.30) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Processing Information (imp:2.92 lvl:2.88) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.92 lvl:3.20) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.91 lvl:1.96) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.83 lvl:3.32) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.77 lvl:3.07) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.75 lvl:2.78) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.74 lvl:2.90) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.74 lvl:2.38) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.70 lvl:2.59) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.58 lvl:2.65) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.56 lvl:2.79) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.44 lvl:2.27) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.42 lvl:1.74) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.42 lvl:2.79) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.26 lvl:1.92) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.25 lvl:2.13) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.11 lvl:1.87) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.97 lvl:1.61) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.90 lvl:1.35) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.89 lvl:1.40) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.65 lvl:1.11) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Working with Computers (imp:1.44 lvl:1.04) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.50) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:2.47) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Perseverance (imp:2.01) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Cautiousness (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.83) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.49) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.32) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Self-Control (imp:1.31) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cooperation (imp:1.23) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.12) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Integrity (imp:1.03) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Adaptability (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Perseverance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Initiative (imp:0.97) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.95) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.52) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.37) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Sincerity (imp:0.33) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.29) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Innovation (imp:0.22) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Social Orientation (imp:0.07) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  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 
  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.
  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
  Empathy (imp:-0.06) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:-0.12) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operation and Control (imp:3.75 lvl:3.12) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Instructing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Persuasion (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Repairing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 55,160
  annual_median    : $50,960
  annual_pct10     : $37,940
  annual_pct25     : $44,840
  annual_pct75     : $63,900
  annual_pct90     : $80,310
  annual_mean      : $55,970
  hourly_median    : $24.50

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Minnesota ($77,460)
  lowest_state     : Nebraska ($39,380)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.967x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (50 total) ---
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   50,050  median: $  50,510
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    2,880  median: $  64,000
  Utilities                                emp:    1,040  median: $  61,110
  Construction                             emp:      470  median: $  59,500
  Educational Services                     emp:      130  median: $  58,560
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:      110  median: $  45,270

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (6 total) ---
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   50,050  median: $  50,510
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    2,880  median: $  64,000
  Utilities                                emp:    1,040  median: $  61,110
  Construction                             emp:      470  median: $  59,500
  Educational Services                     emp:      130  median: $  58,560
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:      110  median: $  45,270

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         : 2026-06-02T22:08:01.236200Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Physical hazard (similarity: 0.1000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Physical_hazard
  QID: Q7189604
  Extract: A physical hazard is an agent, factor or circumstance that can cause harm with contact. They can be classified as type of occupational hazard or environmental hazard. Physical hazards include ergonomic hazards, radiation, heat and cold stress, vibration hazards, and noise hazards. Engineering contro

  Title: Aerial saw (similarity: 0.2857)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerial_saw
  QID: Q85739915
  Extract: An aerial saw is a saw which is flown through the air. The aerial saw may also be known as a helicopter aerial saw.

  Title: Brushcutter (garden tool) (similarity: 0.2000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brushcutter_(garden_tool)
  QID: Q4249364
  Extract: A brushcutter is a powered garden or agricultural tool used to trim weeds, small trees, and other foliage not accessible by a lawn mower or rotary mower. Various blades or trimmer heads can be attached to the machine for specific applications.

  Title: Tree shaping methods (similarity: 0.4000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tree_shaping_methods
  QID: Q107452213
  Extract: There are various methods of tree shaping. There are strengths and weaknesses to each method as well commendable tree species for each process. Some of these processes are still experimental, whereas others are still in the research stage. These methods use a variety of horticultural and arboricultu

  Title: Loppers (similarity: 0.1875)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loppers
  QID: Q10535611
  Extract: Loppers are a type of scissors used for pruning twigs and small branches, like pruning shears with longer handles. They are a larger type of manual garden cutting tool, but not as long as pole pruners.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data coverage with detailed task descriptions, clear skill profiles, and comprehensive wage data from BLS OEWS May 2025 supporting all major claims.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T21:13:14.954329+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,605
tokens_output        : 4,297
cost_usd             : $0.046933
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No direct Wikipedia match found, though semantic neighbors include aerial saw and tree shaping methods which relate to the equipment and techniques used in this occupation.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Tree trimmers and pruners are skilled outdoor professionals who use sophisticated climbing techniques and specialized equipment to cut away dead or excess branches from trees and shrubs. They maintain right-of-way clearances for roads, sidewalks, and utilities while improving tree health, appearance, and value. This occupation requires strong physical abilities, safety consciousness, and mechanical knowledge to operate equipment ranging from handsaws to bucket trucks.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A tree trimmer begins each day by inspecting equipment and planning work routes, often starting early to avoid peak traffic when working near power lines. They climb trees using specialized hooks and belts or operate bucket trucks to reach high branches, carefully cutting away dead wood and excess growth with chainsaws, pruning shears, and pole saws. Throughout the day, they operate chipping equipment to process cut branches, load debris onto trucks for disposal, and maintain constant awareness of safety hazards including electrical lines and falling limbs. The work involves coordinating with ground crews who assist with equipment, rope work, and traffic control. Physical demands are high, requiring lifting heavy equipment, maintaining balance at height, and working in all weather conditions.

WHO THRIVES:
This role suits individuals with strong realistic tendencies who enjoy hands-on outdoor work and aren't afraid of heights or physical challenges. Successful tree trimmers possess excellent control precision and manual dexterity for operating cutting tools safely at height, combined with problem sensitivity to identify diseased or hazardous branches. They demonstrate high dependability and cautiousness given the safety-critical nature of working around power lines and heavy equipment. The work appeals to those who value variety in their daily tasks and take satisfaction in improving community safety and aesthetics. Strong mechanical aptitude helps with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, while customer service skills are essential when working on residential properties.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most tree trimmers enter with less than a high school diploma (56.8%) or high school completion (37.1%), learning essential skills through on-the-job training rather than formal education. Entry-level workers typically start as ground crew members, learning equipment operation and safety procedures before advancing to climbing positions. Many employers provide specialized training in climbing techniques, equipment operation, and safety protocols, with some requiring certification in aerial lift operation or chainsaw safety.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced tree trimmers can advance to crew leader or supervisory positions, overseeing teams and coordinating larger projects. Career progression often leads toward certified arborist roles requiring additional education and testing, or specialization in areas like utility line clearance or urban forestry. Some professionals start their own tree service businesses or transition into related fields like landscaping supervision, forest conservation work, or equipment operation roles in construction.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Tree trimmers earn a median annual wage of $50,960 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, with entry-level positions starting around $37,940 and experienced workers earning up to $80,310. Employment totals 55,160 workers nationally, with significant geographic wage variation from Nebraska's $39,380 to Minnesota's $77,460 median. The largest employment sector is Administrative and Support Services with 50,050 workers, followed by government positions and utilities. Demand remains steady driven by ongoing needs for utility line maintenance, storm cleanup, and urban tree management, though seasonal fluctuations affect employment patterns in many regions.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Tree trimming faces low automation risk due to the complex decision-making required for each cut, unpredictable working environments, and safety considerations around power lines and property. While some equipment like aerial saws and advanced cutting tools continue evolving, the core activities of inspecting tree health, navigating complex branch structures, and making site-specific safety assessments require human judgment and dexterity that current technology cannot replicate.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers (37-3011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share high importance in operating grounds maintenance equipment and outdoor physical work activities.
    data: Operate grounds maintenance equipment task overlap
    data: Similar physical activity requirements
    data: Related vegetation management work
  [task_similarity] Fallers (45-4021.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations involve cutting trees using specialized equipment and require similar safety awareness around falling timber.
    data: Tree cutting operations
    data: Chainsaw and cutting tool operation
    data: Similar safety hazards
  [transferable_skill] Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators (47-2073.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles emphasize operation and control of mechanized equipment and monitoring processes during operation.
    data: Operation and Control transferable skill
    data: Operating Vehicles/Equipment work activity
    data: Equipment maintenance requirements
  [knowledge_overlap] Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation (37-3012.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require knowledge of vegetation health, public safety protocols, and customer service in residential settings.
    data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge
    data: Public Safety and Security knowledge
    data: Vegetation treatment focus
  [riasec_cluster] Forest and Conservation Workers (45-4011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations share high Realistic orientation involving outdoor physical work with tools and equipment.
    data: Realistic RIASEC code dominance (R:7.00)
    data: Outdoor physical work environment
    data: Tool and equipment operation
  [job_zone] Highway Maintenance Workers (47-4051.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both are Job Zone 2 occupations requiring similar levels of preparation and training for equipment operation.
    data: Job Zone 2 classification
    data: Equipment operation requirements
    data: Public safety responsibilities

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['tree trimmer', 'arborist', 'tree pruner', 'line clearance', 'bucket operator', 'climber trimmer', 'tree cutter', 'vegetation trimmer']
  exclude_keywords : ['landscaper', 'gardener', 'forester', 'logger', 'groundskeeper']
  title_patterns   : ['*tree trimmer*', '*arborist*', '*pruner*', '*line clearance*', '*bucket operator*']
  common_variations: ['tree trimmer', 'tree pruner', 'arborist', 'line clearance trimmer', 'bucket truck operator', 'climbing arborist', 'tree cutter', 'vegetation trimmer']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'trees', 'tree', 'principles', 'techniques', 'operate', 'maintenance', 'control', 'tools', 'includes', 'physical', 'objects', 'materials', 'ideas', 'branches', 'problems', 'needs', 'procedures']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  50  0.01735  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:46%  inference:26%  dwas:16%
tendency                   42  0.01458  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     40  0.01388  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  onet_tasks:2%  wikipedia:2%
trees                      25  0.00868  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:60%  dwas:24%  wikipedia:8%
tree                       23  0.00798  inference            inference:52%  onet_tasks:30%  wikipedia:17%
principles                 16  0.00555  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
techniques                 16  0.00555  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  wikipedia:19%  inference:19%
operate                    14  0.00486  dwas                 dwas:43%  onet_dimensions:21%  inference:21%
maintenance                14  0.00486  dwas                 dwas:57%  onet_dimensions:29%  inference:14%
control                    14  0.00486  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  inference:14%
tools                      12  0.00417  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:42%  onet_dimensions:42%  inference:17%
includes                   12  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
physical                   12  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  wikipedia:25%  inference:25%
objects                    12  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  11  0.00382  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  onet_tasks:9%
ideas                      11  0.00382  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
branches                   10  0.00347  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  inference:40%  wikipedia:10%
problems                   10  0.00347  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  onet_tasks:10%
needs                      10  0.00347  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:10%  inference:10%
procedures                 10  0.00347  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:10%  inference:10%
safety                     10  0.00347  inference            inference:90%  onet_dimensions:10%
activities                 10  0.00347  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00347  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
resources                   9  0.00312  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00312  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00312  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
working                     9  0.00312  inference            inference:56%  onet_dimensions:44%
machines                    8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
trucks                      8  0.00278  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:38%  inference:38%  dwas:25%
moving                      8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
hand                        8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
rules                       8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
services                    8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  dwas:12%  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%
human                       8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
events                      8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%