[Core] [105% incumbents] Smooth strips or sections of paper with brushes or rollers to remove wrinkles and bubbles and to smooth joints.
  DWAs: Apply decorative or textured finishes or coverings.

[Core] [105% incumbents] Check finished wallcoverings for proper alignment, pattern matching, and neatness of seams.
  DWAs: Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation.

[Core] [105% incumbents] Mark vertical guidelines on walls to align strips, using plumb bobs and chalk lines.
  DWAs: Mark reference points on construction materials.

[Core] [105% incumbents] Cover interior walls and ceilings of rooms with decorative wallpaper or fabric, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Apply decorative or textured finishes or coverings.

[Core] [105% incumbents] Measure and cut strips from rolls of wallpaper or fabric, using shears or razors.
  DWAs: Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly. | Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials.

[Core] [105% incumbents] Place strips or sections of paper on surfaces, aligning section edges and patterns.
  DWAs: Apply decorative or textured finishes or coverings.

[Core] [105% incumbents] Fill holes, cracks, and other surface imperfections preparatory to covering surfaces.
  DWAs: Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces.

[Core] [105% incumbents] Measure surfaces or review work orders to estimate the quantities of materials needed.
  DWAs: Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements. | Measure work site dimensions. | Estimate materials requirements for projects.

[Core] [105% incumbents] Smooth rough spots on walls and ceilings, using sandpaper.
  DWAs: Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools.

[Core] [104% incumbents] Trim rough edges from strips, using straightedges and trimming knives.
  DWAs: Trim excess material from installations.

[Core] [104% incumbents] Trim excess material at ceilings or baseboards, using knives.
  DWAs: Trim excess material from installations.

[Core] [104% incumbents] Apply adhesives to the backs of paper strips, using brushes, or dunk strips of prepasted wallcovering in water, wiping off any excess adhesive.
  DWAs: Apply adhesives to construction materials.

[Core] [104% incumbents] Apply sizing to seal surfaces and maximize adhesion of coverings to surfaces.
  DWAs: Prepare surfaces for finishing.

[Core] [104% incumbents] Set up equipment, such as pasteboards and scaffolds.
  DWAs: Assemble temporary equipment or structures.

[Core] [104% incumbents] Remove old paper, using water, steam machines, or solvents and scrapers.
  DWAs: Remove worn, damaged or outdated materials from work areas.

[Core] [104% incumbents] Mix paste, using paste powder and water, and brush paste onto surfaces.
  DWAs: Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities. | Apply adhesives to construction materials.

[Supplemental] [104% incumbents] Staple or tack advertising posters onto fences, walls, billboards, or poles.
  DWAs: Implement advertising or marketing initiatives.

[Supplemental] [104% incumbents] Apply acetic acid to damp plaster to prevent lime from bleeding through paper.
  DWAs: Apply sealants or other protective coatings.

[Core] [103% incumbents] Apply thinned glue to waterproof porous surfaces, using brushes, rollers, or pasting machines.
  DWAs: Apply adhesives to construction materials. | Apply sealants or other protective coatings.

[Supplemental] [103% incumbents] Remove paint, varnish, dirt, and grease from surfaces, using paint remover and water soda solutions.
  DWAs: Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.38) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.73 lvl:4.07) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Building and Construction (imp:3.54 lvl:3.94) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Mathematics (imp:3.27 lvl:3.50) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Mechanical (imp:3.05 lvl:3.36) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Administration and Management (imp:3.02 lvl:3.52) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.02 lvl:2.93) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  English Language (imp:2.98 lvl:2.88) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Design (imp:2.94 lvl:3.21) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Education and Training (imp:2.82 lvl:3.68) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.78) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Production and Processing (imp:2.72 lvl:3.06) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Chemistry (imp:2.65 lvl:2.94) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.57 lvl:2.92) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.54 lvl:2.52) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.53 lvl:2.06) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Administrative (imp:2.47 lvl:2.66) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Psychology (imp:2.36 lvl:2.01) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.15 lvl:2.32) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Transportation (imp:2.15 lvl:1.87) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Law and Government (imp:1.99 lvl:1.60) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Geography (imp:1.93 lvl:1.30) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.93 lvl:1.42) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Physics (imp:1.84 lvl:1.63) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.54) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Communications and Media (imp:1.47 lvl:0.87) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.46) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.44) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Biology (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Telecommunications (imp:1.31 lvl:0.35) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  History and Archeology (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Foreign Language (imp:1.22 lvl:0.27) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.16) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Near Vision (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Control Precision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Visualization (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Selective Attention (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Stamina (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Static Strength (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Depth Perception (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Time Sharing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Written Expression (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Closure (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Auditory Attention (imp:1.88 lvl:1.88) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.62) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Memorization (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Reaction Time (imp:1.62 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Night Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Sound Localization (imp:1.50 lvl:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.43 lvl:5.39) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.07 lvl:6.06) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.71 lvl:3.04) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.70 lvl:2.68) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.48 lvl:4.22) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.31 lvl:2.75) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.19 lvl:2.88) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.04 lvl:2.96) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.97 lvl:2.93) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.96 lvl:3.22) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.96 lvl:2.43) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.94 lvl:1.96) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.93 lvl:3.03) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:2.91 lvl:2.54) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.90 lvl:2.50) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Getting Information (imp:2.82 lvl:2.20) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.78 lvl:2.25) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.78 lvl:3.12) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.67 lvl:1.89) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.65 lvl:2.41) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.65 lvl:2.53) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.54 lvl:1.88) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.52 lvl:2.35) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.49 lvl:2.08) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.43 lvl:2.05) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.42 lvl:2.14) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.35 lvl:1.93) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Processing Information (imp:2.34 lvl:2.19) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.30 lvl:1.33) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.29 lvl:2.27) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.27 lvl:1.09) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.19 lvl:1.57) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.15 lvl:1.59) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.07 lvl:1.87) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.02 lvl:1.30) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Working with Computers (imp:1.91 lvl:1.05) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:1.90 lvl:1.32) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:1.89 lvl:1.67) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.68 lvl:1.23) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.64 lvl:1.17) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.56 lvl:1.06) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.25) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.11) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.11) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Perseverance (imp:0.93) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.78) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.50) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Self-Control (imp:0.46) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Integrity (imp:0.41) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.41) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Cooperation (imp:0.27) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.08) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Sincerity (imp:0.08) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Optimism (imp:0.02) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  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
  Initiative (imp:-0.10) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Empathy (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.15) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Innovation (imp:-0.24) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.30) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.34) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility (imp:-0.36) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.79) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Persuasion (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Systems Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  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.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 1,570
  annual_median    : $52,140
  annual_pct10     : $36,020
  annual_pct25     : $44,890
  annual_pct75     : $60,180
  annual_pct90     : $69,050
  annual_mean      : $53,730
  hourly_median    : $25.07

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : California ($62,790)
  lowest_state     : Tennessee ($46,010)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.365x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (13 total) ---
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,030  median: $  51,500
  Construction                             emp:      360  median: $  57,760
  Manufacturing                            emp:       70  median: $  55,740
  Retail Trade                             emp:       60  median: $  53,560

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (4 total) ---
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,030  median: $  51,500
  Construction                             emp:      360  median: $  57,760
  Manufacturing                            emp:       70  median: $  55,740
  Retail Trade                             emp:       60  median: $  53,560

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wikipedia_url      : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paper_hanger
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T22:41:59.181576Z

--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
Paper hanger may refer to:

A tradesman who applies wallpaper to a wall
Cheque fraud, the unlawful use of cheques
Paper hanger (Mundelein's speech), given by Cardinal George Mundelein regarding Adolf Hitler before World War II
"Paper Hanger", song by American band mewithoutYou, from the album Catch for Us the Foxes
Newspaper hangers, sticks or racks: sticks for holding a newspaper rigid, formerly widely used in libraries & cafes, to make reading easier & avoid folding or falling apart; often segmented to allow inserting section by section for easier access

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Carolyn Jones (similarity: 0.2400)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carolyn_Jones
  QID: Q238895
  Extract: Carolyn Sue Jones was an American actress of television and film. She began her film career in the early 1950s and by the end of the decade, in 1958, had achieved recognition with a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for The Bachelor Party (1957) and, that same year, won a L

  Title: Virginia Foxx (similarity: 0.0800)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virginia_Foxx
  QID: Q458453
  Extract: Virginia Ann Foxx is an American politician and educator serving as the U.S. representative for North Carolina's 5th congressional district since 2005. A member of the Republican Party, Foxx has served as chair of the House Rules Committee since 2025 in the 119th Congress. She also served as Secreta

  Title: International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (similarity: 0.1967)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Union_of_Painters_and_Allied_Trades
  QID: Q6054126
  Extract: The International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) is a trade union representing about 100,000 painters, glaziers, wall coverers, flooring installers, convention and trade show decorators, glassworkers, sign and display workers, asbestos worker/hazmat technician and drywall finishers in t

  Title: Stick Around (film) (similarity: 0.1935)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stick_Around_(film)
  QID: Q3973494
  Extract: Stick Around is a 1925 American silent comedy film directed by Ward Hayes and starring Oliver Hardy. It was later released as The Paperhanger's Helper.

  Title: Billboard (similarity: 0.1905)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billboard
  QID: Q623149
  Extract: A billboard (bill-bord) is a large outdoor advertising structure, typically found in high-traffic areas such as alongside busy roads. Billboards present large advertisements to passing pedestrians and drivers. Typically brands use billboards to build their brands or to push for their new products.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data with detailed task descriptions, clear wage data from BLS, and Wikipedia confirmation of the trade definition provide high confidence in the occupation intelligence.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T23:31:43.469277+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,769
tokens_output        : 4,552
cost_usd             : $0.050537
wikipedia_used       : True
wikipedia_title      : Paper hanger
wikipedia_note       : Wikipedia confirms the primary definition as a tradesman who applies wallpaper to walls, aligning with the O*NET occupation description. The entry also notes alternative meanings including financial fraud terminology, which helps distinguish the legitimate trade occupation.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Paperhangers are skilled construction tradespeople who apply decorative wallpaper, fabric, or vinyl to interior walls and ceilings, requiring precision in measurement, cutting, and installation. They prepare surfaces by filling imperfections and sanding, then carefully align patterns and smooth materials to achieve professional finishes. This specialized trade demands strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, and knowledge of decorative materials and adhesives.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A paperhanger begins by measuring wall surfaces and estimating material quantities needed for the project, often reviewing work orders or blueprints. They prepare surfaces by filling holes and cracks, then sanding rough spots smooth before marking vertical guidelines with plumb bobs and chalk lines to ensure proper alignment. The core work involves measuring and cutting wallpaper or fabric strips using shears or razors, then carefully placing and aligning sections on walls while matching patterns. They use brushes and rollers to smooth out wrinkles and bubbles, ensuring seams are neat and properly aligned. Finally, they inspect their completed work, trimming excess material and checking for proper pattern matching and overall appearance.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful paperhangers possess exceptional manual dexterity and arm-hand steadiness, as the work requires precise handling of delicate materials and tools. They demonstrate strong attention to detail and dependability, crucial traits for achieving seamless pattern matching and professional-quality finishes that meet client expectations. Physical capabilities including trunk strength, multilimb coordination, and extent flexibility are essential for working in various positions and reaching different areas. Those who excel typically enjoy hands-on work that combines technical skill with aesthetic sensibility, finding satisfaction in transforming spaces through decorative applications.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most paperhangers enter the field with a high school diploma or equivalent (54.1% of workers), though nearly a quarter begin with less formal education. Training typically occurs through apprenticeships with experienced paperhangers or on-the-job learning with construction companies. Some workers benefit from vocational training in construction trades or interior finishing, though formal certification requirements are minimal. Entry-level positions often involve working as helpers before advancing to independent paperhanger roles.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced paperhangers can advance to supervisory roles, overseeing teams of decorative installers or managing larger commercial projects. Many establish independent contracting businesses, specializing in high-end residential or commercial interior finishing work. Career progression may lead to broader roles in interior design consultation, estimating and project management, or specialty areas like historical restoration. Some transition into related trades such as painting, flooring installation, or general construction contracting.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Paperhangers earn a median annual wage of $52,140 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, with experienced workers reaching up to $69,050 annually. The profession employs only 1,570 workers nationally, indicating a specialized niche market with limited but stable demand. Geographic wage variation is moderate, with California offering the highest wages at $62,790 compared to Tennessee's $46,010, representing a 1.36x ratio. Employment concentrates heavily in professional services (1,030 workers) rather than traditional construction (360 workers), suggesting strong demand from commercial and specialty decorating firms. The small workforce size reflects both the specialized nature of the work and potential market consolidation toward general painters or DIY approaches.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Paperhanging faces low automation risk due to the highly manual, precision-oriented nature of pattern matching and surface preparation work. The critical tasks of measuring irregular surfaces, cutting custom pieces, and smoothing materials around obstacles require human judgment and dexterity that current automation cannot replicate effectively. While digital tools may assist with pattern visualization and measurement, the core installation work remains fundamentally hands-on and site-specific.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Painters, Construction and Maintenance (47-2141.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share surface preparation activities including filling holes, sanding, and applying finishing materials to walls and ceilings.
    data: Performing General Physical Activities (4.4 imp)
    data: Surface preparation tasks
    data: Construction knowledge (3.5 imp)
  [task_similarity] Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles (47-2042.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations involve precise measurement, cutting, and alignment of decorative materials with pattern matching requirements.
    data: Manual Dexterity (3.6 imp)
    data: Measuring and cutting materials
    data: Pattern alignment tasks
  [knowledge_overlap] Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers (47-2081.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared building and construction knowledge (3.5 imp) and similar work on interior wall and ceiling surfaces.
    data: Building and Construction knowledge (3.5 imp)
    data: Interior surface work
    data: Hand tool usage
  [riasec_cluster] Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers (51-9123.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles fall within the realistic and conventional RIASEC profile, involving hands-on decorative application work.
    data: R:5.86, C:3.90 RIASEC scores
    data: Decorative application focus
    data: Manual dexterity requirements
  [transferable_skill] Tile and Stone Setters (47-2044.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Coordination (3.0 imp) and precision measurement skills transfer between installing wallcoverings and tile materials.
    data: Coordination transferable skill (3.0 imp)
    data: Precision installation work
    data: Surface preparation requirements
  [career_pathway] Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons (47-3014.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Direct career progression path from helper to full paperhanger role within the same occupational family.
    data: Job Zone 2 preparation level
    data: Helper role explicitly includes paperhangers
    data: Similar skill requirements
  [wage_band] Carpet Installers (47-2041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar specialized installation trades likely operating in comparable wage ranges within construction finishing work.
    data: Median wage $52,140
    data: Specialized installation focus
    data: Job Zone 2 classification

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['paperhanger', 'wallpaper installer', 'vinyl installer', 'wall covering', 'decorative installer', 'interior decorator', 'graphics installer', 'billboard poster']
  exclude_keywords : ['painter', 'drywall', 'flooring', 'carpet', 'tile']
  title_patterns   : ['Paper Hanger', 'Paperhanger', 'Wallpaper Installer', 'Vinyl Hanger', 'Graphics Installer']
  common_variations: ['paperhanger', 'paper hanger', 'wall paper installer', 'wallpaper hanger', 'vinyl installer', 'wall covering installer', 'decorative installer', 'interior wall decorator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'materials', 'surfaces', 'principles', 'objects', 'includes', 'construction', 'control', 'activities', 'ideas', 'needed', 'techniques', 'body', 'hand', 'tools', 'material', 'machines', 'problems']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01441  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01304  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  25  0.00858  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  onet_tasks:4%  dwas:4%
materials                  24  0.00823  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:42%  dwas:38%  inference:17%
surfaces                   16  0.00549  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  dwas:25%  inference:25%
principles                 16  0.00549  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    13  0.00446  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  dwas:8%
includes                   12  0.00412  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
construction               12  0.00412  inference            inference:42%  dwas:33%  onet_dimensions:17%
control                    12  0.00412  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 11  0.00377  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  dwas:18%
ideas                      11  0.00377  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needed                     10  0.00343  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  onet_tasks:10%  dwas:10%
techniques                 10  0.00343  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00343  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
hand                        9  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  inference:11%
tools                       9  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  inference:22%  onet_tasks:11%
material                    9  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:33%  dwas:33%  inference:22%
machines                    9  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:22%
problems                    9  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       9  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  wikipedia:11%
resources                   9  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
strips                      8  0.00274  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:88%  inference:12%
paper                       8  0.00274  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:62%  wikipedia:38%
decorative                  8  0.00274  inference            inference:50%  dwas:38%  onet_tasks:12%
attention                   8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
monitoring                  8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performance                 8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  wikipedia:12%
needs                       8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
management                  8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
human                       8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
production                  8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
events                      8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
developing                  8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%