[Core] [60% incumbents] Clean work areas, machines, or equipment, to maintain a clean and safe job site.
  DWAs: Clean equipment or facilities.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Fasten timbers or lumber with glue, screws, pegs, or nails and install hardware.
  DWAs: Install wooden structural components.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Select tools, equipment, or materials from storage and transport items to work site.
  DWAs: Select construction materials. | Select construction equipment. | Move construction or extraction materials to locations where they are needed.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Cut timbers, lumber, or paneling to specified dimensions.
  DWAs: Cut wood components for installation.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Position and hold timbers, lumber, or paneling in place for fastening or cutting.
  DWAs: Position structural components.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Hold plumb bobs, sighting rods, or other equipment to aid in establishing reference points and lines.
  DWAs: Mark reference points on construction materials.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Smooth or sand surfaces to remove ridges, tool marks, glue, or caulking.
  DWAs: Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Perform tie spacing layout and measure, mark, drill or cut.
  DWAs: Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly. | Mark reference points on construction materials.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Drill holes in timbers or lumber.
  DWAs: Drill holes in construction materials.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Align, straighten, plumb, or square forms for installation.
  DWAs: Position construction forms or molds.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Erect scaffolding, shoring, or braces.
  DWAs: Assemble temporary equipment or structures.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Construct forms and assist in raising them to the required elevation.
  DWAs: Assist skilled construction or extraction personnel. | Build construction forms or molds.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Secure stakes to grids for constructions of footings, nail scabs to footing forms, and vibrate and float concrete.
  DWAs: Compact materials to create level bases. | Finish concrete surfaces. | Build construction forms or molds.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Cut and install insulating or sound-absorbing material.
  DWAs: Install insulation in equipment or structures. | Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials.

[Supplemental] [58% incumbents] Cut tile or linoleum to fit and spread adhesives on flooring for installation.
  DWAs: Apply adhesives to construction materials. | Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials.

[Supplemental] [58% incumbents] Cover surfaces with laminated plastic covering material.
  DWAs: Apply protective coverings to objects or surfaces near work areas.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Install handrails under the direction of a carpenter.
  DWAs: Install building fixtures.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Glue and clamp edges or joints of assembled parts.
  DWAs: Apply adhesives to construction materials.

[EMERGING:New] Cut or weld metal.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — 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:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.38) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Writing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Building and Construction (imp:4.59 lvl:5.38) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Mechanical (imp:4.09 lvl:4.92) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Mathematics (imp:4.09 lvl:3.59) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Transportation (imp:3.95 lvl:3.16) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  English Language (imp:3.92 lvl:3.88) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.50 lvl:3.89) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Production and Processing (imp:3.33 lvl:3.48) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Design (imp:3.27 lvl:3.56) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.21 lvl:4.21) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Administration and Management (imp:3.14 lvl:3.16) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Education and Training (imp:3.07 lvl:3.32) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Telecommunications (imp:3.01 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Law and Government (imp:2.86 lvl:1.79) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.82 lvl:3.14) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Chemistry (imp:2.57 lvl:3.15) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Communications and Media (imp:2.28 lvl:1.47) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.07 lvl:1.30) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Physics (imp:2.04 lvl:2.35) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Administrative (imp:2.00 lvl:2.26) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.96 lvl:1.28) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Psychology (imp:1.85 lvl:2.15) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.84 lvl:1.37) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Foreign Language (imp:1.74 lvl:1.10) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.73 lvl:1.63) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.70 lvl:1.36) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Geography (imp:1.66) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Biology (imp:1.61) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.53) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.44 lvl:1.16) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  History and Archeology (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.24) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.19) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Food Production (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Near Vision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  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
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Static Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  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:2.88) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.25) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Information Ordering (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Reaction Time (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Depth Perception (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.38) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Stamina (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Rate Control (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Originality (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Number Facility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Time Sharing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Response Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Night Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.38 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.45 lvl:5.68) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.37 lvl:5.69) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.19 lvl:3.15) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Getting Information (imp:4.10 lvl:3.01) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.98 lvl:3.72) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.93 lvl:3.92) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.79 lvl:3.26) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.69 lvl:4.34) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.58 lvl:3.24) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.55 lvl:3.14) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.51 lvl:3.85) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.47 lvl:3.85) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.43 lvl:3.34) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.37 lvl:3.69) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.20 lvl:3.25) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.13 lvl:3.10) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:3.12 lvl:2.81) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.04 lvl:2.62) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.00 lvl:2.45) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.99 lvl:1.82) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.92 lvl:2.61) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Processing Information (imp:2.89 lvl:2.47) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.89 lvl:1.91) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.80 lvl:2.23) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.75 lvl:2.42) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.72 lvl:2.86) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.70 lvl:2.15) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.57 lvl:2.28) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.56 lvl:2.67) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.55 lvl:1.98) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.53 lvl:1.88) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.52 lvl:1.99) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.16 lvl:1.60) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.04 lvl:1.32) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.98 lvl:1.07) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.96 lvl:1.55) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Working with Computers (imp:1.86 lvl:1.14) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.84 lvl:0.76) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.84 lvl:1.81) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:1.77 lvl:1.22) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.37 lvl:0.82) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.03) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.71) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cooperation (imp:1.44) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.38) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Perseverance (imp:0.90) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Humility (imp:0.78) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Integrity (imp:0.78) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.66) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.66) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.59) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Optimism (imp:0.40) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Adaptability (imp:0.36) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.25) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Sincerity (imp:0.23) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Initiative (imp:0.06) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  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:-0.03) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.05) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.26) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Innovation (imp:-0.35) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.56) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.65) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.00 lvl:2.25) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:2.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Repairing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Instructing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:2.62) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Persuasion (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Installation (imp:2.25 lvl:1.50) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Negotiation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — 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.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 21,680
  annual_median    : $43,780
  annual_pct10     : $31,660
  annual_pct25     : $36,730
  annual_pct75     : $49,400
  annual_pct90     : $57,670
  annual_mean      : $44,050
  hourly_median    : $21.05

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : New Hampshire ($58,090)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($24,530)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.368x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (48 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:   19,120  median: $  43,860
  Manufacturing                            emp:      710  median: $  37,980
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      510  median: $  41,990
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:      280  median: $  37,920
  Retail Trade                             emp:      150  median: $  45,330
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:       60  median: $  37,150
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:       50  median: $  37,990
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:       40  median: $  43,900
  Educational Services                     emp:       30  median: $  40,120

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (9 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:   19,120  median: $  43,860
  Manufacturing                            emp:      710  median: $  37,980
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      510  median: $  41,990
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:      280  median: $  37,920
  Retail Trade                             emp:      150  median: $  45,330
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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
The Carpenters were an American vocal and instrumental duo consisting of siblings Karen (1950–1983) and Richard Carpenter (born 1946). They produced a distinctive soft musical style, combining Karen's contralto vocals with Richard's harmonizing, arranging, and composition. During their 14-year career, the Carpenters recorded 10 albums along with many singles and several television specials.
The siblings were born in New Haven, Connecticut, but moved to Downey, California, in 1963. Richard took piano lessons as a child, progressing to California State University, Long Beach, while Karen learned the drums. They first performed together as a duo in 1965 and formed the jazz-oriented Richard Carpenter Trio along with Wesley Jacobs, then formed the middle-of-the-road band Spectrum. Subsequently the two signed as the Carpenters to A&M Records in 1969; they achieved major success the following year with the hit singles "(They Long to Be) Close to You" and "We've Only Just Begun". The duo's brand of melodic pop produced a record-breaking run of hit recordings on the American Top 40 and Adult Contemporary charts, and they became leading sellers in the soft rock, easy listening, and adult contemporary music genres. They had three number-one singles and five number-two singles on the Billboard Hot 100 and 15 number-one hits on the Adult Contemporary chart, in addition to 12 top-10 singles.
The duo toured continually during the 1970s, which put them under increased strain; Richard took a year off in 1979 after he had become addicted to Quaaludes, while Karen suffered from anorexia nervosa. The duo ended in 1983 when Karen died from heart failure brought on by complications of her disorder; her death triggered widespread coverage and research into eating disorders. Their music continues to attract critical acclaim and commercial success. With more than 100 million records sold worldwide, The Carpenters are among the best-selling music artists of all time.


== History ==


=== Pre-Carpenters ===


==== Childhood ====
The Carpenter siblings were both born at Grace–New Haven Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut, to Harold Bertram Carpenter (1908–1988) and Agnes Reuwer (née Tatum, 1915–1996). Harold was born in Wuzhou, China, moving to Britain in 1917, and the US in 1921, while Agnes was born and grew up in Baltimore, Maryland. They married on April 9, 1935; their first child, Richard Lynn, was born on October 15, 1946, while Karen Anne followed on March 2, 1950. Richard was a quiet child who spent most of his time at home listening to Rachmaninoff, Tchaikovsky, Red Nichols and Spike Jones, and playing the piano. Karen was friendly and outgoing; she liked to play sports, including softball with the neighborhood kids, but still spent a lot of time listening to music. She enjoyed dancing and began ballet and tap classes at the age of four.  Karen and Richard were close, and shared a common interest in music. In particular, they became fans of Les Paul and Mary Ford, whose music featured multiple overdubbed voices and instruments. Richard began piano lessons aged eight, but quickly grew frustrated with the formal direction of the lessons and quit after a year. From the age of 11, he had begun to teach himself to play by ear, and resumed studying with a different teacher. He took a greater interest in playing this time, and would frequently practice at home. By 14, he was interested in performing professionally, and started lessons at Yale School of Music.
In June 1963, the Carpenter family moved to the Los Angeles suburb of Downey hoping that it would mean better musical opportunities for Richard. He was asked to be the organist for weddings and services at the local Methodist church; instead of playing traditional hymns, he would sometimes rearrange contemporary Beatles songs in a "church" style. In late 1964, Richard enrolled at California State College at Long Beach where he met future songwriting partner John Bettis; Wesley Jacobs, a friend who played the bass and tuba for the Richard Carpenter Trio; and choral director Frank Pooler, who co-wrote the Christmas standard "Merry Christmas Darling" in 1966.
That same year, Karen enrolled at Downey High School, where she found she had a knack for playing the drums. She had initially tried playing the glockenspiel, but had been inspired by her friend Frankie Chavez, who had been drumming since he was three. She became enthusiastic about the drums, and began to learn complex pieces, such as Dave Brubeck's "Take Five". Chavez persuaded her parents to buy a Ludwig drum kit in late 1964, and she began lessons with local jazz players, including how to read concert music. She quickly replaced the entry-level kit with a large Ludwig set that was a similar set-up to Brubeck's drummer, Joe Morello. Richard and Karen gave their first public performance together in 1965, as part of the pit band for a local production of Guys and Dolls.


==== The Richard Carpenter Trio and Spectrum ====

By 1965, Karen had been practicing the drums for a year, and Richard was refining his piano techniques under Pooler's instruction. Late that year, Richard teamed up with Jacobs, who played tuba and stand-up bass. With Karen drumming, the three formed the jazz-oriented Richard Carpenter Trio. Richard led the group and wrote all the arrangements, and they began to rehearse daily. He bought a tape recorder, and began to make recordings of the group. Originally, neither Karen nor Richard sang; Richard's friend Dan Friberg occasionally filled in on trumpet, along with guest vocalist Margaret Shanor.
Karen subsequently became more confident in singing, and began to take lessons with Frank Pooler. He taught her a mixture of classical and pop singing, but realized she most enjoyed performing Richard's new material. Pooler later said, "Karen was a born pop singer". In early 1966, Karen tagged along at a late-night session in the garage studio of Los Angeles bassist Joe Osborn, and joined future Carpenters collaborator and lyricist John Bettis at a demo session where Richard was to accompany Friberg. Asked to sing, she performed for Osborn, who was immediately impressed with her vocal abilities. He signed Karen to his label, Magic Lamp Records, and Richard to his publishing arm, Lightup Music. The label put out a single featuring two of Richard's compositions, "Looking for Love" and "I'll Be Yours". As well as Karen's vocals, the track was backed by the Richard Carpenter Trio. The single was not a commercial success due to a lack of promotion, and the label folded the next year.
In mid-1966, the Richard Carpenter Trio entered the Hollywood Bowl annual Battle of the Bands competition. They played an instrumental version of "The Girl from Ipanema" and their own piece, "Iced Tea". They won the competition on June 24 and were signed by RCA Records. They recorded songs such as the Beatles' "Every Little Thing" and Frank Sinatra's "Strangers in the Night". A committee reviewed their recordings and chose not to produce them, so the trio were released from RCA.
Karen graduated from high school in early 1967, and was awarded the John Philip Sousa Band award. She subsequently joined Richard at Long Beach State as a music major. Osborn let Karen and Richard continue to use his studio to record demo tapes. As they had unlimited studio time, Richard decided to experiment with overdubbing his and Karen's voices in order to create a large choral sound.
In 1967, Jacobs left to study classical music and join the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, and the Richard Carpenter Trio disbanded. Richard and Bettis then were hired as musicians at a refreshment shop at Disneyland's Main Street, U.S.A.  They were expected to play turn of the 20th century songs in keeping with the shop's theme. The shop's patrons had other ideas; many requested the musicians to play current popular music.  When the pair tried pleasing their customers and honoring the requests, they were fired by a Disneyland su

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

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  Extract: Sabrina Annlynn Carpenter is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She first gained prominence starring as Maya Hart on the Disney Channel series Girl Meets World (2014–2017). She signed with the Disney-owned Hollywood Records and achieved limited success with her studio albums, Eyes Wide Ope

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  Extract: Jardim Catarina is a district of São Gonçalo in Rio de Janeiro that belongs to the third district of the city called Monjolos. This district is named after the large amount of tree in the region. This district was created by state decree 641 of 15 December 1938 and designated as the 3rd District in 

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  Extract: Malcolm Scott Carpenter was an American naval officer and aviator, test pilot, aeronautical engineer, astronaut, and aquanaut. He was one of the Mercury Seven astronauts selected for NASA's Project Mercury in April 1959. Carpenter was the second American to orbit the Earth and the fourth American in

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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Helpers--Carpenters are entry-level construction workers who assist skilled carpenters by performing supportive tasks that require basic manual skills and construction knowledge. They handle material preparation, tool management, and site maintenance while learning carpentry fundamentals through hands-on experience. This role serves as a stepping stone into the skilled trades, providing essential support that keeps construction projects moving efficiently.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Carpenter helpers start their day by cleaning work areas and organizing tools and materials at the job site. They spend significant time selecting, transporting, and positioning lumber and timbers for carpenters to install, often holding pieces in place during fastening or cutting operations. Their work involves measuring, marking, and cutting materials to specified dimensions, as well as drilling holes and smoothing surfaces with sanding tools. They assist with installation tasks by holding plumb bobs and sighting rods to establish reference points, and help align forms and structural components. Throughout the day, they maintain equipment, clean work areas, and ensure job site safety while supporting the skilled carpenters' work.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as carpenter helpers are physically strong and enjoy hands-on work with tools and materials. They possess strong attention to detail and dependability, as evidenced by the role's emphasis on precision in measuring, marking, and positioning materials. Successful helpers demonstrate good coordination and manual dexterity for handling tools and lumber safely. They work well in team environments, showing cooperation and the ability to follow directions while maintaining focus on quality and safety standards.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most carpenter helpers enter with a high school diploma (53.6%) or equivalent, though some begin with less formal education (25.4%). The role requires minimal formal preparation as it falls in Job Zone 2, making it accessible to those seeking immediate entry into construction trades. Physical capability and willingness to learn are more important than prior experience, as training occurs on the job through direct supervision by skilled carpenters.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Carpenter helpers typically advance to become skilled carpenters after gaining experience and developing technical proficiency in construction methods and tool usage. The progression from helper to carpenter represents a significant step up in responsibility, skill requirements, and earning potential. Some may specialize in specific carpentry areas such as cabinetmaking, framing, or finish work, while others might transition to related construction trades like electrical or plumbing work.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 21,680 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $43,780 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, ranging from $31,660 to $57,670 for the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic wage variation is significant, with New Hampshire offering the highest wages at $58,090 compared to Puerto Rico's $24,530, creating a 2.37x ratio difference. Employment is heavily concentrated in the construction industry (88% of jobs), with minimal presence in manufacturing and administrative services. The relatively stable employment base reflects consistent demand for entry-level construction support roles.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Carpenter helpers face moderate automation risk as their work involves significant physical manipulation of materials and on-site problem-solving that current technology cannot easily replicate. While some material handling and cutting tasks may become more automated, the need for human workers to position materials, assist with installations, and maintain job sites will likely persist. The interpersonal communication and adaptability required for supporting skilled craftspeople provides some protection against technological displacement.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
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    data: Job Zone progression from 2 to 3
    data: Related occupation listed as Primary-Long
    data: Similar building and construction knowledge requirements
  [skill_overlap] Helpers--Electricians (47-3013.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share identical job zone, helper function, and similar physical work activities and mechanical knowledge requirements.
    data: Both Job Zone 2
    data: Similar manual dexterity and physical strength requirements
    data: Shared helper occupation category
  [task_similarity] Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (47-3015.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both perform material handling, tool selection, and site maintenance tasks while supporting skilled tradespeople.
    data: Identical top work activities of handling and moving objects
    data: Similar transportation and mechanical knowledge
    data: Both listed as Primary-Short related occupations
  [riasec_cluster] Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters (47-3011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles exhibit strong Realistic orientation (R dominant) with construction focus and similar physical demands.
    data: R:6.91 indicates strong Realistic orientation
    data: Similar building and construction knowledge emphasis
    data: Shared helper occupation classification
  [knowledge_overlap] Structural Iron and Steel Workers (47-2221.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require building and construction knowledge, mechanical understanding, and similar physical coordination abilities.
    data: Both emphasize building and construction knowledge
    data: Similar multilimb coordination and static strength requirements
    data: Related occupation with Primary-Long relationship

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
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  common_variations: ["Carpenter's Helper", 'Building Carpenter Helper', 'Construction Carpenter Helper', 'Hardwood Floor Installation Helper', 'Cabinetmaker Helper', 'Carpenter Assistant', 'Carpenter Mate', 'Helper - Carpenter']

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