[Core] [55% incumbents] Measure distance from reference points and mark guidelines to lay out work, using plumb bobs and levels.
  DWAs: Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly. | Mark reference points on construction materials.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Construct corners by fastening in plumb position a corner pole or building a corner pyramid of bricks, and filling in between the corners using a line from corner to corner to guide each course, or layer, of brick.
  DWAs: Install masonry materials.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Apply and smooth mortar or other mixture over work surface.
  DWAs: Apply mortar.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Calculate angles and courses and determine vertical and horizontal alignment of courses.
  DWAs: Plan layout of construction, installation, or repairs.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Break or cut bricks, tiles, or blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer, or power saw.
  DWAs: Cut tile, stone, or other masonry materials.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Remove excess mortar with trowels and hand tools, and finish mortar joints with jointing tools, for a sealed, uniform appearance.
  DWAs: Remove excess materials from finished construction projects. | Apply mortar.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Clean working surface to remove scale, dust, soot, or chips of brick and mortar, using broom, wire brush, or scraper.
  DWAs: Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Mix specified amounts of sand, clay, dirt, or mortar powder with water to form refractory mixtures.
  DWAs: Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Remove burned or damaged brick or mortar, using sledgehammer, crowbar, chipping gun, or chisel.
  DWAs: Remove worn, damaged or outdated materials from work areas.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Interpret blueprints and drawings to determine specifications and to calculate the materials required.
  DWAs: Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements. | Estimate materials requirements for projects.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Fasten or fuse brick or other building material to structure with wire clamps, anchor holes, torch, or cement.
  DWAs: Install masonry materials.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Lay and align bricks, blocks, or tiles to build or repair structures or high temperature equipment, such as cupola, kilns, ovens, or furnaces.
  DWAs: Install masonry materials. | Align masonry materials.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Spray or spread refractory material over brickwork to protect against deterioration.
  DWAs: Apply sealants or other protective coatings.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Examine brickwork or structure to determine need for repair.
  DWAs: Inspect work sites to determine condition or necessary repairs.

[EMERGING:New] Use drone technology to inspect and assess the condition of tall structures.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Mathematics (imp:2.88 lvl:3.38) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Building and Construction (imp:4.76 lvl:5.79) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Mathematics (imp:3.46 lvl:3.38) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  English Language (imp:3.26 lvl:2.74) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.15 lvl:3.47) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Production and Processing (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Design (imp:3.11 lvl:3.35) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Administration and Management (imp:3.02 lvl:3.30) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Mechanical (imp:3.01 lvl:3.70) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.78 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.76 lvl:3.34) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Education and Training (imp:2.64 lvl:2.56) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Chemistry (imp:2.20 lvl:2.90) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.19 lvl:1.88) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.00) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Law and Government (imp:1.96 lvl:1.57) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Physics (imp:1.92 lvl:1.43) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Transportation (imp:1.80) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Telecommunications (imp:1.72) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.70) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Communications and Media (imp:1.65 lvl:0.90) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.54 lvl:0.66) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Administrative (imp:1.52 lvl:1.06) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.49 lvl:1.18) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Foreign Language (imp:1.48 lvl:0.73) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Psychology (imp:1.47 lvl:1.17) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Geography (imp:1.47 lvl:0.76) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.39 lvl:0.66) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Biology (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r

--- ABILITIES ---
  Trunk Strength (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.75 lvl:3.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Static Strength (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Visualization (imp:3.62 lvl:3.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Dynamic Strength (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Control Precision (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Stamina (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Number Facility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Reaction Time (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Depth Perception (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Originality (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Written Expression (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Rate Control (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Response Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  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:1.62) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Night Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Sound Localization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.15 lvl:6.21) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.13 lvl:4.57) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Getting Information (imp:4.09 lvl:3.32) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.04 lvl:4.75) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.91 lvl:4.62) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.90 lvl:4.36) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.89 lvl:4.94) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.88 lvl:5.26) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.86 lvl:5.35) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.84 lvl:4.50) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.80 lvl:4.75) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.74 lvl:3.73) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.58 lvl:3.79) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.47 lvl:3.39) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.42 lvl:4.30) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.42 lvl:4.01) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.40 lvl:3.77) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Processing Information (imp:3.34 lvl:3.81) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.31 lvl:4.13) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.30 lvl:3.30) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.25 lvl:4.10) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.24 lvl:3.84) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.24 lvl:3.98) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.22 lvl:2.88) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.20 lvl:4.19) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.09 lvl:4.13) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.07 lvl:4.06) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.05 lvl:3.94) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.94 lvl:3.78) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.92 lvl:3.14) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.88 lvl:3.32) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.72 lvl:2.37) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.64 lvl:2.63) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.64 lvl:2.97) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.43 lvl:2.61) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.29 lvl:2.32) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.06 lvl:1.62) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.85 lvl:1.26) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Working with Computers (imp:1.77 lvl:1.35) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.76 lvl:1.28) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.54 lvl:0.90) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.30) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.11) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.56) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Perseverance (imp:1.37) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Integrity (imp:1.18) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.14) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.75) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.73) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:0.59) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.36) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Sincerity (imp:0.16) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Optimism (imp:0.13) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Innovation (imp:0.04) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  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
  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:-0.12) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.16) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.21) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.24) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility (imp:-0.28) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Initiative (imp:-0.29) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.77) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Coordination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.25) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.62 lvl:2.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Persuasion (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  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
  Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 52,550
  annual_median    : $62,120
  annual_pct10     : $44,820
  annual_pct25     : $51,110
  annual_pct75     : $79,350
  annual_pct90     : $100,010
  annual_mean      : $68,280
  hourly_median    : $29.87

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Minnesota ($95,220)
  lowest_state     : Maine ($42,710)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.229x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (52 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:   49,800  median: $  62,310
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      890  median: $  55,180
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      710  median: $  70,420
  Manufacturing                            emp:      560  median: $  48,620
  Retail Trade                             emp:      170  median: $  59,740
  Educational Services                     emp:      160  median: $  79,050
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:       90  median: $  59,540

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (7 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:   49,800  median: $  62,310
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      890  median: $  55,180
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      710  median: $  70,420
  Manufacturing                            emp:      560  median: $  48,620
  Retail Trade                             emp:      170  median: $  59,740
  Educational Services                     emp:      160  median: $  79,050
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:       90  median: $  59,540

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  QID: Q104864773
  Extract: Apprenticeship programs in the United States are regulated by the Smith–Hughes Act (1917), The National Industrial Recovery Act (1933), and National Apprenticeship Act, also known as the "Fitzgerald Act."

  Title: Transport Layer Security (similarity: 0.0784)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_Layer_Security
  QID: Q206494
  Extract: Transport Layer Security (TLS) is a cryptographic protocol designed to provide communications security over a computer network, such as the Internet. The protocol is widely used in applications such as email, instant messaging, and voice over IP, but its use in securing HTTPS remains the most public

  Title: Bcache (similarity: 0.2424)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bcache
  QID: Q16991599
  Extract: bcache is a cache mechanism in the Linux kernel's block layer, which is used for accessing secondary storage devices. It allows one or more fast storage devices, such as flash-based solid-state drives (SSDs), to act as a cache for one or more slower storage devices, such as hard disk drives (HDDs); 

  Title: Physical layer (similarity: 0.2439)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Physical_layer
  QID: Q192727
  Extract: In the seven-layer OSI model of computer networking, the physical layer or layer 1 is the first and lowest layer: the layer most closely associated with the physical connection between devices. The physical layer provides an electrical, mechanical, and procedural interface to the transmission medium

  Title: Application layer (similarity: 0.3182)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Application_layer
  QID: Q189768
  Extract: An application layer is an abstraction layer that specifies the shared communication protocols and interface methods used by hosts in a communications network. An application layer abstraction is specified in both the Internet Protocol Suite (TCP/IP) and the OSI model. Although both models use the s

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence supported by comprehensive O*NET data including detailed work activities, skills, and wage information from BLS OEWS May 2025. Rich task descriptions and clear industry employment patterns provide solid foundation for analysis.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T23:12:51.013091+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,717
tokens_output        : 4,381
cost_usd             : $0.047275
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for brickmasons. The closest semantic match was 'Apprenticeship in the United States' which provides relevant context about trade skill development but does not specifically cover masonry work.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Brickmasons and blockmasons are skilled construction craftworkers who lay and bind building materials such as brick, concrete block, and structural tile using mortar to construct or repair walls, partitions, arches, and other structures. This physically demanding trade requires precise measurement, alignment skills, and the ability to interpret blueprints while working with hand tools and power equipment. According to BLS OEWS May 2025, median annual wages are $62,120 with 52,550 workers employed nationally.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Brickmasons begin by measuring distances from reference points and marking guidelines using plumb bobs and levels to lay out their work accurately. They calculate angles and courses to determine proper vertical and horizontal alignment, then mix specified amounts of sand, clay, and mortar powder with water to create working mixtures. Throughout the day, they apply and smooth mortar over work surfaces, cut or break bricks and blocks to size using trowels, hammers, or power saws, and construct corners by fastening corner poles in plumb position. They continuously inspect their work, removing excess mortar with hand tools and finishing mortar joints for a sealed, uniform appearance. The work involves cleaning surfaces to remove scale and debris, interpreting blueprints to determine specifications, and occasionally removing damaged materials using sledgehammers or chisels.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as brickmasons typically possess strong physical capabilities including excellent trunk strength, flexibility, and manual dexterity, as the role demands extensive handling and moving of heavy materials. They demonstrate high attention to detail and dependability, essential for ensuring structural integrity and meeting precise construction specifications. Successful brickmasons have a realistic personality orientation, enjoying hands-on work with tangible results, and possess solid mathematical abilities for calculating angles, measurements, and material quantities. They work well independently while maintaining safety consciousness and the perseverance needed to complete physically demanding projects over extended periods.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most brickmasons enter the field with a high school diploma (70.4% of workers) or equivalent, though 13.5% enter with less formal education. Entry typically involves on-the-job training through apprenticeship programs, which combine classroom instruction with hands-on experience under experienced craftworkers. Some workers gain initial experience through construction labor positions or complete vocational training programs focused on masonry techniques, blueprint reading, and safety procedures.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced brickmasons can advance to supervisory roles overseeing construction crews or become specialized in particular types of masonry work such as restoration or decorative stonework. Many transition into related trades like stonemasons or tile setters, leveraging their foundational skills in working with building materials and mortar. Entrepreneurial paths include starting independent masonry contracting businesses, while others may move into construction management, building inspection, or vocational instruction roles.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The masonry field employs 52,550 workers with median annual wages of $62,120 (BLS OEWS May 2025), ranging from $44,820 to $100,010 for the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Minnesota offering the highest median wages at $95,220 compared to Maine's $42,710, representing a 2.23x ratio difference. The vast majority of employment (94.8%) occurs in the construction industry, with smaller numbers in administrative services and government sectors. Job Zone 2 classification indicates moderate preparation requirements, making this an accessible skilled trade for workers seeking stable employment in the construction sector.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Brickmasons face low automation risk due to the highly tactile, adaptive nature of their work that requires human judgment for irregular surfaces, custom fits, and aesthetic decisions. While emerging technology like drones may assist with inspection tasks on tall structures, core activities like handling and moving objects, applying mortar, and performing precise manual alignment remain difficult to automate given the variability of construction sites and materials.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Stonemasons (47-2022.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share identical building and construction knowledge (4.8 importance) and similar manual dexterity requirements (3.8 importance).
    data: Building and Construction knowledge
    data: Manual Dexterity ability
    data: Masonry materials handling
  [task_similarity] Tile and Stone Setters (47-2044.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations involve measuring distances, marking guidelines, applying mortar, and cutting materials to size using similar tools and techniques.
    data: Measure distance from reference points
    data: Apply mortar
    data: Cut materials to size
  [knowledge_overlap] Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers (47-2051.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared building and construction knowledge base and similar requirements for mathematics (3.5 importance) and mechanical knowledge (3.0 importance).
    data: Building and Construction knowledge
    data: Mathematics knowledge
    data: Mechanical knowledge
  [career_pathway] Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters (47-3011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Direct career progression pathway where helpers advance to full brickmason positions after gaining experience and skills.
    data: Job Zone progression
    data: Apprenticeship pathway
    data: Related occupation designation
  [riasec_cluster] Carpenters (47-2031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both share dominant Realistic orientation (R:6.95) with construction focus and similar physical work environment requirements.
    data: Realistic RIASEC profile
    data: Construction industry employment
    data: Physical work activities

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['brickmason', 'blockmason', 'brick layer', 'block mason', 'brick mason', 'masonry worker', 'brick setter', 'block layer']
  exclude_keywords : ['helper', 'assistant', 'laborer', 'apprentice', 'supervisor']
  title_patterns   : ['*mason*', '*brick*', '*block*', '*masonry*', '*layer*']
  common_variations: ['brick and block mason', 'brick mason', 'block mason', 'bricklayer', 'brick layer', 'blocklayer', 'masonry craftsman', 'brick setter']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'materials', 'equipment', 'mortar', 'principles', 'layer', 'objects', 'construction', 'control', 'activities', 'includes', 'physical', 'ideas', 'hand', 'body', 'orientation', 'masonry', 'tools', 'structures']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01551  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01441  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  inference:3%
materials                  26  0.00961  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  dwas:38%  inference:19%
equipment                  24  0.00887  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  onet_tasks:4%  inference:4%
mortar                     15  0.00554  inference            inference:47%  onet_tasks:40%  dwas:13%
principles                 15  0.00554  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
layer                      14  0.00517  wikipedia            wikipedia:93%  onet_tasks:7%
objects                    14  0.00517  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  dwas:7%  inference:7%
construction               13  0.00480  inference            inference:62%  dwas:23%  onet_dimensions:15%
control                    12  0.00443  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 12  0.00443  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  dwas:17%  inference:8%
includes                   11  0.00406  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
physical                   11  0.00406  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  wikipedia:36%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00406  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
hand                       10  0.00369  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  inference:20%  onet_tasks:10%
body                       10  0.00369  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                10  0.00369  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
masonry                    10  0.00369  dwas                 dwas:50%  inference:50%
tools                       9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  onet_tasks:22%  inference:22%
structures                  9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  onet_tasks:22%  inference:22%
problems                    9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
resources                   9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
moving                      9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
needed                      9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  dwas:11%  inference:11%
quickly                     9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
devices                     9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  wikipedia:44%
building                    8  0.00296  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  inference:38%  onet_tasks:25%
working                     8  0.00296  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:38%  onet_tasks:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00296  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performance                 8  0.00296  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  wikipedia:12%
needs                       8  0.00296  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00296  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
techniques                  8  0.00296  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
management                  8  0.00296  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
standards                   8  0.00296  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00296  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 8  0.00296  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
developing                  8  0.00296  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%