[Core] [60% incumbents] Fill cracks, holes, or joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives.
  DWAs: Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Erect scaffolding or swing gates, or set up ladders, to work above ground level.
  DWAs: Assemble temporary equipment or structures.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Use special finishing techniques such as sponging, ragging, layering, or faux finishing.
  DWAs: Apply decorative or textured finishes or coverings.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Mix and match colors of paint, stain, or varnish with oil or thinning and drying additives to obtain desired colors and consistencies.
  DWAs: Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Cover surfaces with dropcloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting.
  DWAs: Protect structures or surfaces near work areas to avoid damage.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Smooth surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, or sanding machines.
  DWAs: Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs, based on surface measurements or work orders.
  DWAs: Estimate construction project costs. | Estimate materials requirements for projects.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements.
  DWAs: Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Apply paint, stain, varnish, enamel, or other finishes to equipment, buildings, bridges, or other structures, using brushes, spray guns, or rollers.
  DWAs: Apply paint to surfaces.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Wash and treat surfaces with oil, turpentine, mildew remover, or other preparations, and sand rough spots to ensure that finishes will adhere properly.
  DWAs: Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities. | Prepare surfaces for finishing.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces, such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
  DWAs: Prepare surfaces for finishing.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Remove old finishes by stripping, sanding, wire brushing, burning, or using water or abrasive blasting.
  DWAs: Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Remove fixtures such as pictures, door knobs, lamps, or electric switch covers prior to painting.
  DWAs: Protect structures or surfaces near work areas to avoid damage.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Select and purchase tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered, considering durability, ease of handling, methods of application, and customers' wishes.
  DWAs: Select construction equipment. | Order construction or extraction materials or equipment.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Waterproof buildings, using waterproofers or caulking.
  DWAs: Apply sealants or other protective coatings.

[Supplemental] [57% incumbents] Polish final coats to specified finishes.
  DWAs: Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools.

[Supplemental] [57% incumbents] Cut stencils and brush or spray lettering or decorations on surfaces.
  DWAs: Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials. | Apply decorative or textured finishes or coverings.

[EMERGING:New] Clean tools and equipment, such as brushes and rollers.

[EMERGING:New] Hang wallpaper.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Speaking (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Writing (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.17 lvl:2.61) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Building and Construction (imp:3.03 lvl:2.48) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Administration and Management (imp:2.87 lvl:3.61) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.80 lvl:2.69) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Chemistry (imp:2.67 lvl:2.91) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Transportation (imp:2.65 lvl:2.18) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Education and Training (imp:2.64 lvl:3.02) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Production and Processing (imp:2.63 lvl:2.16) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mathematics (imp:2.53 lvl:2.20) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Mechanical (imp:2.43 lvl:2.21) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  English Language (imp:2.43 lvl:1.84) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Design (imp:2.19 lvl:1.73) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.17 lvl:1.67) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Psychology (imp:2.02 lvl:2.01) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.00 lvl:1.53) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Physics (imp:1.82 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Telecommunications (imp:1.69 lvl:0.95) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Administrative (imp:1.68 lvl:1.08) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.67 lvl:1.18) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Communications and Media (imp:1.67 lvl:0.83) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Fine Arts (imp:1.66) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Geography (imp:1.65 lvl:0.48) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.64) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Law and Government (imp:1.58 lvl:0.86) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.54 lvl:0.69) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.54) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Biology (imp:1.54 lvl:0.81) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.54 lvl:1.04) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.44 lvl:0.72) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Food Production (imp:1.41) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Foreign Language (imp:1.31) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  History and Archeology (imp:1.30 lvl:0.57) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.18) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Near Vision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — 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 
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Information Ordering (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Visualization (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Static Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Control Precision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.38) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Time Sharing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Depth Perception (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Written Expression (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Reaction Time (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Memorization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Rate Control (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.50) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Sound Localization (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Night Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.52 lvl:5.29) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.35 lvl:5.32) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.32 lvl:4.32) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.16 lvl:4.89) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.09 lvl:4.09) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:4.07 lvl:4.61) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:4.05 lvl:3.87) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.95 lvl:4.51) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Getting Information (imp:3.94 lvl:4.10) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.93 lvl:4.67) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.92 lvl:5.11) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.91 lvl:4.28) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.88 lvl:4.03) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.75 lvl:4.32) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.66 lvl:4.02) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.54 lvl:3.89) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.54 lvl:3.35) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.38 lvl:3.35) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.37 lvl:3.96) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.34 lvl:3.36) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.32 lvl:2.90) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.31 lvl:4.06) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.31 lvl:2.89) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.29 lvl:3.27) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.17 lvl:4.11) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Processing Information (imp:3.16 lvl:3.31) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.16 lvl:3.36) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.97 lvl:2.56) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.96 lvl:3.16) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.96 lvl:3.38) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.96 lvl:1.87) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.95 lvl:3.53) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.73 lvl:3.12) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.56 lvl:2.94) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.37 lvl:2.38) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.19 lvl:2.37) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.78) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.64) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.63 lvl:0.89) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Working with Computers (imp:1.62) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.60) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.14) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.89) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.38) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Perseverance (imp:1.07) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Dependability (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.89) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.88) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Integrity (imp:0.82) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.75) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.62) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:0.62) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.57) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Optimism (imp:0.47) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Initiative (imp:0.38) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Innovation (imp:0.28) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Sincerity (imp:0.25) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.09) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  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
  Empathy (imp:-0.06) — 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.
  Humility (imp:-0.23) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.32) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.38) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.75 lvl:2.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Service Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Persuasion (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Systems Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Repairing (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Technology Design (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 225,190
  annual_median    : $49,400
  annual_pct10     : $37,440
  annual_pct25     : $44,640
  annual_pct75     : $61,660
  annual_pct90     : $78,810
  annual_mean      : $55,420
  hourly_median    : $23.75

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Hawaii ($68,220)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($24,070)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.834x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (54 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:  185,730  median: $  49,060
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    7,200  median: $  70,600
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:    5,830  median: $  48,610
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    5,810  median: $  46,030
  Manufacturing                            emp:    5,150  median: $  50,890
  Educational Services                     emp:    4,200  median: $  59,220
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    3,400  median: $  60,420
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:    2,340  median: $  52,430
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:    1,270  median: $  51,620
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,090  median: $  46,290

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (17 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:  185,730  median: $  49,060
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    7,200  median: $  70,600
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:    5,830  median: $  48,610
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    5,810  median: $  46,030
  Manufacturing                            emp:    5,150  median: $  50,890
  Educational Services                     emp:    4,200  median: $  59,220
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    3,400  median: $  60,420
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:    2,340  median: $  52,430
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:    1,270  median: $  51,620
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,090  median: $  46,290

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         : 2026-06-02T22:41:46.315427Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Standard Occupational Classification System (similarity: 0.3704)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standard_Occupational_Classification_System
  QID: Q7598269
  Extract: The Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) System is a United States government system for classifying occupations. It is used by U.S. federal government agencies collecting occupational data, enabling comparison of occupations across data sets. For example, data from the Occupational Requiremen

  Title: House painter and decorator (similarity: 0.4308)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House_painter_and_decorator
  QID: Q288728
  Extract: A house painter and decorator is a tradesperson responsible for the painting and decorating of buildings, and is also known as a decorator, or house painter. The purpose of painting is to improve the appearance of a building and to protect it from damage by water, corrosion, insects and mold. House 

  Title: List of construction trades (similarity: 0.5846)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_construction_trades
  QID: Q3333739
  Extract:  
The following is a list of trades in construction.Boilermaker – works in nuclear, oil and gas industry, shipyards, refineries, and chemical plants, on boilers, pressure vessels, and similar equipment.
Carpenter – a craftsperson who performs carpentry, building mainly with wood. Among carpentry's s

  Title: List of labor unions in the United States (similarity: 0.3544)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_labor_unions_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q6643858
  Extract: Unions exist to represent the interests of workers, who form the membership. Under US labor law, the National Labor Relations Act 1935 is the primary statute which gives US unions rights. The rights of members are governed by the Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959. List Below

  Title: Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (similarity: 0.5055)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Construction_(Design_and_Management)_Regulations_2015
  QID: Q22000784
  Extract: The Construction Regulations 2015, also known as CDM Regulations or CDM 2015, which came into force on 6 April 2015, are regulations governing the way construction projects of all sizes and types are planned in the UK. Replacing the Construction Regulations 2007, CDM 2015 is the latest update to the

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data including detailed task descriptions, clear wage data from BLS OEWS, and well-defined skill requirements. The occupation has clear boundaries and established career pathways within construction trades.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T23:30:41.715781+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,843
tokens_output        : 4,239
cost_usd             : $0.046287
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, with 'House painter and decorator' being the closest semantic neighbor at 0.431 similarity. The 'List of construction trades' provides relevant occupational context for the broader construction industry.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Construction and maintenance painters apply protective and decorative finishes to buildings, bridges, equipment, and other structures using brushes, rollers, and spray guns. These skilled tradespeople prepare surfaces through cleaning, sanding, and filling before applying paints, stains, varnishes, and specialty finishes. They work across residential, commercial, and industrial settings, requiring physical stamina, attention to detail, and knowledge of paint chemistry and application techniques.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day begins with reading work orders and assessing the painting requirements for buildings or structures. Painters spend significant time preparing surfaces by filling cracks with caulk or putty, sanding rough spots, and cleaning surfaces with appropriate treatments. They erect scaffolding or set up ladders to reach elevated areas, then cover nearby surfaces with drop cloths to prevent damage. The core work involves mixing and matching paint colors, then applying finishes using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment. Throughout the day, they inspect their work quality, calculate material requirements, and communicate with supervisors about project progress. Special finishing techniques like sponging, ragging, or faux finishing may be required for decorative projects.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful construction painters possess strong arm-hand steadiness and manual dexterity, as precise brush control and steady application are essential for quality results. They demonstrate dependability and attention to detail, understanding that rushed work leads to callbacks and customer dissatisfaction. These individuals have realistic personality traits, enjoying hands-on work that produces tangible, visible results. Physical stamina and trunk strength are crucial for working in various positions, climbing scaffolding, and handling equipment throughout long workdays. Effective painters also possess good visual acuity to detect surface imperfections and color variations, plus basic math skills for calculating coverage areas and material costs.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most construction painters enter through high school completion (48.7%) or post-secondary certificates in construction trades (33.1%), with some starting with less than high school education (16.3%). Entry-level positions often begin as painter's helpers, learning surface preparation and basic application techniques under supervision. Many gain skills through apprenticeship programs offered by painting contractors or labor unions, combining classroom instruction in paint chemistry and safety with hands-on training. On-the-job experience teaches specialty techniques, equipment operation, and customer service skills essential for independent work.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced painters can advance to lead painter positions, supervising crews and managing larger projects with complex requirements. Many transition to painting contractors, starting their own businesses serving residential or commercial clients. Others specialize in high-value niches like historical restoration, industrial coating application, or decorative finishing work. Some painters leverage their construction knowledge to move into related trades like drywall installation, general contracting, or facilities maintenance management.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Construction painters earned a median annual wage of $49,400 in May 2025, with the middle 80% earning between $37,440 and $78,810 according to BLS OEWS data. Geographic variation is significant, with Hawaii offering the highest wages at $68,220 versus Puerto Rico's $24,070, reflecting cost of living and construction activity differences. The occupation employs 225,190 workers nationally, with 82.5% concentrated in the construction industry. Employment is sensitive to construction cycles and weather conditions, with seasonal fluctuations in outdoor work availability. Job security comes from ongoing maintenance needs in existing buildings, even during construction downturns.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Painting work faces limited automation risk due to the high level of manual dexterity, visual inspection, and adaptive problem-solving required. While spray painting machines exist for large-scale applications, most construction painting involves irregular surfaces, detail work, and quality judgment that automated systems cannot replicate effectively.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers (51-9123.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve applying protective and decorative finishes, with shared core tasks of surface preparation and paint application.
    data: Apply paint, stain, varnish finishes
    data: Surface preparation activities
    data: Related occupation designation
  [career_pathway] Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons (47-3014.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Helper positions serve as entry-level roles leading to full painter positions, sharing foundational construction and surface preparation skills.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Construction trade pathway
    data: Surface preparation knowledge overlap
  [skill_overlap] Plasterers and Stucco Masons (47-2161.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations require surface preparation, application of protective coatings, and knowledge of building construction materials.
    data: Building and Construction knowledge
    data: Surface preparation tasks
    data: Construction industry employment
  [knowledge_overlap] Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers (47-2081.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared building and construction knowledge, plus surface finishing work that often precedes painting applications.
    data: Building and Construction knowledge area
    data: Construction industry focus
    data: Surface finishing sequence
  [riasec_cluster] Paperhangers (47-2142.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations show realistic personality orientation with hands-on construction work requiring attention to detail and surface preparation.
    data: RIASEC Realistic dominant
    data: Construction trades vertical
    data: Surface application skills

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['painter', 'construction painter', 'building painter', 'exterior painter', 'commercial painter', 'brush painter', 'architectural coating', 'maintenance painter']
  exclude_keywords : ['automotive painter', 'artist', 'fine artist', 'spray booth', 'manufacturing']
  title_patterns   : ['*painter*construction*', '*painter*building*', '*painter*maintenance*', '*commercial painter*', '*exterior painter*']
  common_variations: ['construction painter', 'building painter', 'house painter', 'commercial painter', 'maintenance painter', 'exterior painter', 'architectural painter', 'structural painter']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'equipment', 'others', 'construction', 'operator', 'surfaces', 'materials', 'principles', 'includes', 'techniques', 'tools', 'painting', 'control', 'structures', 'objects', 'activities', 'finishes', 'buildings', 'maintenance', 'ideas']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  39  0.01189  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:59%  wikipedia:18%  inference:10%
others                     39  0.01189  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  inference:3%
construction               31  0.00945  wikipedia            wikipedia:42%  inference:42%  dwas:10%
operator                   27  0.00823  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
surfaces                   22  0.00671  dwas                 dwas:45%  onet_tasks:32%  inference:23%
materials                  17  0.00518  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:59%  dwas:29%  onet_tasks:6%
principles                 16  0.00488  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
includes                   16  0.00488  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:25%
techniques                 15  0.00457  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:27%  onet_tasks:7%
tools                      14  0.00427  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:36%  wikipedia:36%  onet_tasks:14%
painting                   13  0.00396  inference            inference:46%  wikipedia:38%  onet_tasks:15%
control                    13  0.00396  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
structures                 12  0.00366  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:42%  dwas:25%  inference:17%
objects                    12  0.00366  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 12  0.00366  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  dwas:25%
finishes                   11  0.00335  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:45%  inference:27%  dwas:18%
buildings                  11  0.00335  wikipedia            wikipedia:45%  inference:27%  onet_tasks:18%
maintenance                11  0.00335  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:36%  wikipedia:36%  inference:27%
ideas                      11  0.00335  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
tradesperson               11  0.00335  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
body                       10  0.00305  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
finishing                   9  0.00274  inference            inference:33%  onet_tasks:22%  dwas:22%
machines                    9  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  inference:11%
problems                    9  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       9  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
quality                     9  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
management                  9  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  wikipedia:11%  inference:11%
resources                   9  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
hand                        9  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  wikipedia:11%  inference:11%
quickly                     9  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
requirements                8  0.00244  inference            inference:38%  dwas:25%  onet_tasks:12%
attention                   8  0.00244  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
monitoring                  8  0.00244  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     8  0.00244  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
procedures                  8  0.00244  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00244  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   8  0.00244  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  8  0.00244  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%