[Core] [74% incumbents] Strip insulation from wire ends, using wire stripping pliers, and attach wires to terminals for subsequent soldering.
  DWAs: Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit, using measuring instruments and hand tools.
  DWAs: Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly. | Cut metal components for installation.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Thread conduit ends, connect couplings, and fabricate and secure conduit support brackets, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Install electrical components, equipment, or systems. | Fabricate parts or components. | Thread wire or cable through ducts or conduits.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Disassemble defective electrical equipment, replace defective or worn parts, and reassemble equipment, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Repair electrical equipment.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Dig trenches or holes for installation of conduit or supports.
  DWAs: Dig holes or trenches.

[Supplemental] [74% incumbents] Break up concrete, using airhammer, to facilitate installation, construction, or repair of equipment.
  DWAs: Break up rock, asphalt, or concrete.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Trace out short circuits in wiring, using test meter.
  DWAs: Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Examine electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation and tighten connections, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects. | Repair electrical equipment.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Clean work area and wash parts.
  DWAs: Clean work sites.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Perform semi-skilled and unskilled laboring duties related to the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment.
  DWAs: Install electrical components, equipment, or systems. | Repair electrical equipment.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Construct controllers and panels, using power drills, drill presses, taps, saws, and punches.
  DWAs: Fabricate parts or components.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Transport tools, materials, equipment, and supplies to work site by hand, handtruck, or heavy, motorized truck.
  DWAs: Move construction or extraction materials to locations where they are needed.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Install copper-clad ground rods, using a manual post driver.
  DWAs: Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.

[Core] [73% incumbents] Erect electrical system components and barricades, and rig scaffolds, hoists, and shoring.
  DWAs: Assemble temporary equipment or structures. | Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.

[Supplemental] [73% incumbents] Requisition materials, using warehouse requisition or release forms.
  DWAs: Order construction or extraction materials or equipment.

[Supplemental] [73% incumbents] Solder electrical connections, using soldering iron.
  DWAs: Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.

[Supplemental] [73% incumbents] Operate heavy equipment, such as backhoes.
  DWAs: Operate heavy-duty construction or installation equipment. | Operate excavation equipment.

[Supplemental] [73% incumbents] Operate cutting torches and welding equipment, while working with conduit and metal components to construct devices associated with electrical functions.
  DWAs: Weld metal components.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Drill holes and pull or push wiring through openings, using hand and power tools.
  DWAs: Drill holes in construction materials. | Thread wire or cable through ducts or conduits.

[Core] [72% incumbents] String transmission lines or cables through ducts or conduits, under the ground, through equipment, or to towers.
  DWAs: Thread wire or cable through ducts or conduits.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Raise, lower, or position equipment, tools, and materials, using hoist, hand line, or block and tackle.
  DWAs: Move construction or extraction materials to locations where they are needed. | Position construction or extraction equipment.

[Core] [71% incumbents] Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment and keep parts and supplies in order.
  DWAs: Maintain construction tools or equipment.

[Supplemental] [71% incumbents] Paint a variety of objects related to electrical functions.
  DWAs: Apply paint to surfaces.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Bolt component parts together to form tower assemblies, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Trim trees and clear undergrowth along right-of-way.
  DWAs: Remove debris or vegetation from work sites.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.12 lvl:2.38) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Building and Construction (imp:3.98 lvl:4.35) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Mechanical (imp:3.90 lvl:4.27) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.89 lvl:3.95) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Design (imp:3.80 lvl:4.06) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.79 lvl:3.86) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Administration and Management (imp:3.73 lvl:3.99) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Education and Training (imp:3.63 lvl:3.89) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  English Language (imp:3.57 lvl:3.13) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Mathematics (imp:3.53 lvl:3.87) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Engineering and Technology (imp:3.33 lvl:3.95) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Physics (imp:3.25 lvl:3.37) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Transportation (imp:3.22 lvl:2.85) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Telecommunications (imp:2.87 lvl:2.76) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.78 lvl:3.18) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Production and Processing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.65) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Communications and Media (imp:2.70 lvl:2.64) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Administrative (imp:2.69 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.54 lvl:2.00) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.54 lvl:2.27) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Law and Government (imp:2.36 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.19) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Geography (imp:2.25 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Chemistry (imp:2.19 lvl:2.27) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Psychology (imp:1.98 lvl:1.78) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.87 lvl:1.60) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.84 lvl:1.63) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Foreign Language (imp:1.76 lvl:1.13) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.75 lvl:1.54) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Biology (imp:1.67 lvl:1.28) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Fine Arts (imp:1.41) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Food Production (imp:1.40) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  History and Archeology (imp:1.37) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.35) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 

--- ABILITIES ---
  Manual Dexterity (imp:4.00 lvl:3.75) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Near Vision (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Control Precision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  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
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Static Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Time Sharing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Reaction Time (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Stamina (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Depth Perception (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.38 lvl:2.75) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.25 lvl:1.62) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Response Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Rate Control (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — 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.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Night Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.51 lvl:4.50) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.35 lvl:4.28) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.29 lvl:5.56) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Processing Information (imp:4.24 lvl:4.73) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Getting Information (imp:4.20 lvl:3.72) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.20 lvl:5.41) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:4.17 lvl:5.11) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.14 lvl:4.77) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.13 lvl:4.78) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.13 lvl:4.35) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.12 lvl:4.87) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.09 lvl:4.13) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:4.05 lvl:4.20) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.02 lvl:4.62) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.01 lvl:5.20) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.95 lvl:4.66) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.91 lvl:4.04) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.89 lvl:4.27) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.81 lvl:4.33) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.80 lvl:3.92) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:3.77 lvl:4.64) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.70 lvl:4.12) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.69 lvl:3.83) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.68 lvl:4.58) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.66 lvl:4.41) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.65 lvl:4.01) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.62 lvl:3.83) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.61 lvl:4.13) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.61 lvl:3.80) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.50 lvl:4.20) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.44 lvl:4.10) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:3.42 lvl:3.56) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.36 lvl:3.53) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.36 lvl:3.88) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.35 lvl:3.76) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.25 lvl:3.30) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.22 lvl:3.63) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.77 lvl:2.86) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Working with Computers (imp:2.74 lvl:2.79) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.56 lvl:2.59) — 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:1.86) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cooperation (imp:1.57) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.56) — 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 
  Integrity (imp:1.01) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Dependability (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.93) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.75) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.57) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Adaptability (imp:0.57) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Humility (imp:0.45) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.44) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Initiative (imp:0.35) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Optimism (imp:0.30) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation (imp:0.29) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.18) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.14) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Empathy (imp:0.05) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  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
  Innovation (imp:-0.28) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.46) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.47) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:2.25) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Installation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Repairing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Time Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Persuasion (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — 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:1.12) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Technology Design (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 63,630
  annual_median    : $42,670
  annual_pct10     : $33,020
  annual_pct25     : $36,830
  annual_pct75     : $48,470
  annual_pct90     : $58,340
  annual_mean      : $44,080
  hourly_median    : $20.51

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Washington ($61,110)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($26,370)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.317x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (49 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:   57,960  median: $  42,000
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    2,730  median: $  42,240
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    1,350  median: $  66,340
  Manufacturing                            emp:      560  median: $  47,270
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      220  median: $  52,000
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      180  median: $  36,520
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      120  median: $  44,270
  Utilities                                emp:      110  median: $  47,970
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:       90  median: $  48,900
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:       90  median: $  48,300

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (12 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:   57,960  median: $  42,000
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    2,730  median: $  42,240
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    1,350  median: $  66,340
  Manufacturing                            emp:      560  median: $  47,270
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      220  median: $  52,000
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      180  median: $  36,520
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      120  median: $  44,270
  Utilities                                emp:      110  median: $  47,970
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:       90  median: $  48,900
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:       90  median: $  48,300

exact_match_status : found
matched_title      : The Electrician (song)
match_score        : 0.6512
wikidata_qid       : Q15110751
word_count         : 241
wikipedia_url      : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Electrician_(song)
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T22:44:34.552443Z

--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
"The Electrician" is a song written by American singer-songwriter Scott Walker. The song was first recorded and released by Walker's pop group The Walker Brothers as their fourteenth UK single and last official release while the group were still active in 1978. The single did not chart. The song describes the work of a CIA torturer.
Midge Ure is said to have been influenced by "The Electrician" when composing "Vienna" for Ultravox.
"The Electrician" was featured as the opening track for the 2008 crime film Bronson directed by Nicolas Winding Refn. In 2019, the song was featured in Episode 4 of On Becoming a God in Central Florida, Season 1.
The song was covered by Laurie Anderson for the Scott Walker tribute album Scott Walker: 30 Century Man in 2009.


== Track listing ==


== Personnel ==
"The Electrician"
John Walker and Scott Walker – Vocals
Frank Gibson – Drums
Dill Katz – Bass
Morris Pert – Percussion
Jim Sullivan – Guitar
"Den Haague"
Gary Walker – Vocals
Scott Walker and Dave MacRae – Keyboards
Peter Van Hooke – Drums
Mo Foster and Scott Walker – Bass
Gary Walker – Percussion
Dennis Weinreich – Background Vocals
Technical and visual
The Walker Brothers – Arrangements
Dave MacRae – Orchestrations and Conductor
Scott Walker and Dave MacRae – Producer
Dennis Weinreich – Recording
Scott Walker, Dave MacRae and Dennis Weinreich – Mixing
Hipgnosis and The Walker Brothers – Sleeve Design


== References ==

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Guðmundur Gunnarsson (similarity: 0.1463)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gu%C3%B0mundur_Gunnarsson
  QID: Q5623170
  Extract: Guðmundur Gunnarsson is an Icelandic electrician who served as the leader of the Icelandic Electricians' Union, Rafiðnaðarsamband Íslands (RSÍ) from 1993 until 2011.

  Title: Bhooth Bangla (similarity: 0.2353)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhooth_Bangla
  QID: Q136187174
  Extract: Bhooth Bangla is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language comedy horror film directed by Priyadarshan and produced by Akshay Kumar, Ekta Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor under Balaji Motion Pictures and Cape of Good Films. The film stars Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, Jisshu Sengupta, Rajpal Yadav, Tabu and Wamiqa Gabbi.


  Title: Apprenticeship (similarity: 0.2857)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apprenticeship
  QID: Q20773771
  Extract: Apprenticeship is a system for training potential new practitioners of a trade or profession with on-the-job training and often some accompanying study. Apprenticeships may also enable practitioners to gain a license to practice in a regulated occupation. Most of their training is done while working

  Title: Apprentice (disambiguation) (similarity: 0.2917)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apprentice_(disambiguation)
  QID: Q3985678
  Extract: An apprentice is someone who is in training for a trade, profession.

  Title: The Apprentice (2024 film) (similarity: 0.3404)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Apprentice_(2024_film)
  QID: Q123582987
  Extract: The Apprentice is a 2024 biographical drama film, directed by Ali Abbasi and written by Gabriel Sherman. It stars Sebastian Stan as Donald Trump and examines his career as a real estate businessman in New York City in the 1970s and 1980s, highlighting his relationship with attorney Roy Cohn, played 

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model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Rich O*NET data with detailed tasks, abilities, and work activities. Clear wage and employment statistics from BLS. Strong occupational definition and related occupation mappings provide high confidence in analysis.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T23:43:01.672148+00:00
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wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : The Electrician (song)
wikipedia_note       : The Wikipedia match refers to a song by The Walker Brothers about a CIA torturer, which is completely unrelated to the occupation. The apprenticeship article in semantic neighbors provides more relevant context about training systems in trades.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Helpers--Electricians are entry-level construction workers who assist licensed electricians by performing basic manual tasks and maintaining work areas. They handle materials, tools, and equipment while learning fundamental electrical work through hands-on experience. This role serves as a stepping stone into the electrical trades, requiring physical capability and attention to safety protocols.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves stripping wire insulation, measuring and cutting conduit, and threading connections using hand tools. They dig trenches for conduit installation, break up concrete with air hammers when needed, and disassemble defective equipment for repair. Much time is spent handling and moving materials, cleaning work areas, and supporting licensed electricians with tool management. They also trace electrical shorts using test meters and examine units for loose connections, always maintaining organized and safe work environments.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess strong manual dexterity and steady hands, as evidenced by the high importance ratings for these physical abilities. They demonstrate reliability and attention to detail while working cooperatively in team environments. Those with realistic orientations who enjoy hands-on problem-solving and aren't afraid of physical labor find satisfaction in this work. The role suits people who can follow detailed instructions, learn through observation, and maintain focus during repetitive tasks.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most helpers enter with a high school diploma or equivalent (70.8% of workers), though some begin with less formal education. Post-secondary certificates in construction trades provide an advantage for 13% of workers. On-the-job training is the primary path, often combined with apprenticeship programs that provide structured learning alongside experienced electricians.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
This role typically leads to electrician apprenticeships and eventual licensure as a journeyman electrician. Many helpers transition into specialized electrical fields like power line work or industrial electrical maintenance. Some advance into supervisory roles or start their own electrical contracting businesses after gaining experience and proper licensing.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 63,630 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $42,670 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, ranging from $33,020 to $58,340. Construction accounts for 91% of employment opportunities, with strongest wages in Washington state ($61,110) compared to Puerto Rico ($26,370). Demand correlates with construction activity and infrastructure investment, making this occupation sensitive to economic cycles but generally stable due to ongoing electrical maintenance needs.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Physical manipulation tasks like handling materials and tool management are difficult to automate in varied construction environments. However, some diagnostic activities using test meters may incorporate more automated testing equipment, though human judgment remains essential for safety and quality assessment.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Electricians (47-2111.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Direct career progression pathway as helpers typically advance to electrician apprenticeships and eventually licensed electrician positions.
    data: Listed as related occupation
    data: Both share electrical knowledge domains
    data: Helper role explicitly supports electricians
  [job_zone] Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (47-3015.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both are Job Zone 2 helper roles in construction trades requiring similar skill levels and preparation.
    data: Same job zone classification
    data: Both listed as primary-short related occupations
    data: Similar helper function patterns
  [riasec_cluster] Helpers--Carpenters (47-3012.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared realistic orientation and construction trade helper functions requiring similar physical abilities and work styles.
    data: Both have high realistic RIASEC codes
    data: Similar manual dexterity requirements
    data: Construction trade helper classification
  [task_similarity] Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers (49-9098.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Overlapping tasks in equipment disassembly, parts replacement, and maintenance support across different technical domains.
    data: Shared disassembly and repair tasks
    data: Similar helper support functions
    data: Comparable skill requirements
  [knowledge_overlap] Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers (49-9051.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared electrical and mechanical knowledge domains, though power-line work requires specialized training and higher skill levels.
    data: Both require electrical knowledge
    data: Similar mechanical understanding
    data: Shared safety protocols knowledge
  [skill_overlap] Millwrights (49-9044.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Comparable manual dexterity, mechanical knowledge, and equipment repair skills across industrial maintenance contexts.
    data: Shared mechanical knowledge requirements
    data: Similar manual dexterity abilities
    data: Equipment maintenance overlap

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['electrician helper', 'electrical helper', 'electrical assistant', 'electrician assistant', 'electrical apprentice', 'electrician apprentice', 'helper electrician', 'electrical support']
  exclude_keywords : ['licensed electrician', 'journeyman electrician', 'master electrician', 'electrical engineer', 'electrical contractor']
  title_patterns   : ['*Helper*Electrician*', '*Electrical*Helper', '*Electrician*Assistant', '*Electrical*Apprentice', '*Helper*Electrical*']
  common_variations: ['Electrician Helper', 'Electrical Helper', "Electrician's Helper", 'Electrical Assistant', 'Electrician Assistant', 'E&I Helper', 'Electrical Apprentice', 'Auto Electrician Helper']

total_terms    : 40
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source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  53  0.01824  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:43%  dwas:32%  onet_tasks:19%
tendency                   42  0.01446  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01308  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
electrical                 28  0.00964  dwas                 dwas:43%  onet_tasks:25%  inference:25%
materials                  21  0.00723  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:48%  dwas:24%  onet_tasks:14%
tools                      17  0.00585  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:53%  onet_dimensions:29%  inference:12%
hand                       16  0.00551  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  onet_dimensions:44%  inference:6%
principles                 16  0.00551  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
walker                     16  0.00551  wikipedia            wikipedia:94%  inference:6%
construction               15  0.00516  dwas                 dwas:47%  inference:33%  onet_dimensions:13%
objects                    14  0.00482  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  onet_tasks:7%  dwas:7%
components                 13  0.00447  dwas                 dwas:85%  onet_tasks:15%
includes                   13  0.00447  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
control                    12  0.00413  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
ideas                      11  0.00379  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
techniques                 10  0.00344  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
physical                   10  0.00344  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:40%
needed                     10  0.00344  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  dwas:20%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00344  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 10  0.00344  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
problems                    9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
management                  9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
orientation                 9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
installation                8  0.00275  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:38%  dwas:38%  onet_dimensions:12%
repair                      8  0.00275  dwas                 dwas:38%  onet_tasks:25%  onet_dimensions:25%
install                     8  0.00275  dwas                 dwas:88%  onet_tasks:12%
attention                   8  0.00275  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
problem                     8  0.00275  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00275  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
written                     8  0.00275  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:25%
procedures                  8  0.00275  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00275  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  8  0.00275  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   8  0.00275  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
human                       8  0.00275  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
moving                      8  0.00275  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%