[Core] [121% incumbents] Fill cracks or breaks in surfaces of plaster articles or areas with putty or epoxy compounds.
  DWAs: Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Supply or hold tools and materials.
  DWAs: Assist skilled construction or extraction personnel.

[Core] [120% incumbents] Apply protective coverings, such as masking tape, to articles or areas that could be damaged or stained by work processes.
  DWAs: Protect structures or surfaces near work areas to avoid damage.

[Supplemental] [120% incumbents] Remove articles such as cabinets, metal furniture, and paint containers from stripping tanks after prescribed periods of time.
  DWAs: Move products, materials, or equipment between work areas.

[Core] [119% incumbents] Clean work areas and equipment.
  DWAs: Clean equipment or facilities.

[Supplemental] [119% incumbents] Smooth surfaces of articles to be painted, using sanding and buffing tools and equipment.
  DWAs: Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools.

[Supplemental] [119% incumbents] Place articles to be stripped into stripping tanks.
  DWAs: Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities.

[Core] [118% incumbents] Erect scaffolding.
  DWAs: Assemble temporary equipment or structures.

[Supplemental] [118% incumbents] Mix plaster, and carry plaster to plasterers.
  DWAs: Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities. | Move construction or extraction materials to locations where they are needed.

[Supplemental] [118% incumbents] Pour specified amounts of chemical solutions into stripping tanks.
  DWAs: Pour materials into or on designated areas.

[Core] [114% incumbents] Perform support duties to assist painters, paperhangers, plasterers, or masons.
  DWAs: Assist skilled construction or extraction personnel.

--- SKILLS ---
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Listening (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Learning (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Building and Construction (imp:3.13 lvl:3.59) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  English Language (imp:3.10 lvl:2.09) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Administration and Management (imp:2.26 lvl:2.25) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.21 lvl:1.75) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Mathematics (imp:2.20 lvl:1.74) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.18 lvl:1.71) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Design (imp:2.14 lvl:1.98) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Education and Training (imp:2.02 lvl:1.72) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Transportation (imp:1.99 lvl:1.25) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Mechanical (imp:1.89 lvl:1.44) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.86 lvl:0.88) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.84 lvl:0.82) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Administrative (imp:1.77 lvl:0.73) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Foreign Language (imp:1.76 lvl:0.77) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Production and Processing (imp:1.73 lvl:0.98) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.68 lvl:0.78) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Chemistry (imp:1.62 lvl:1.04) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.57 lvl:0.81) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Physics (imp:1.42 lvl:0.62) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Psychology (imp:1.41 lvl:0.80) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Law and Government (imp:1.31 lvl:0.60) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Geography (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Telecommunications (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Food Production (imp:1.14) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Biology (imp:1.09) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.09) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Communications and Media (imp:1.08) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Fine Arts (imp:1.03) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:1.03) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Static Strength (imp:3.38 lvl:3.63) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.38 lvl:3.63) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.13 lvl:2.63) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:3.13 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.13) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Dynamic Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:2.63) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:3.00 lvl:2.63) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Near Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.63) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Information Ordering (imp:2.88 lvl:2.13) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Visualization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.63 lvl:2.25) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Selective Attention (imp:2.63 lvl:2.38) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Control Precision (imp:2.63 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.63 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.63 lvl:2.75) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Depth Perception (imp:2.63 lvl:2.13) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.63 lvl:2.25) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.13) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Reaction Time (imp:2.25 lvl:2.13) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.13 lvl:1.88) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:2.13 lvl:1.50) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.13 lvl:1.63) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.13 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Time Sharing (imp:2.13 lvl:1.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Response Orientation (imp:2.13 lvl:1.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.13 lvl:1.75) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.63) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Rate Control (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Memorization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Night Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.63 lvl:1.13) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Number Facility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:1.13 lvl:0.25) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.00 lvl:3.48) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.75 lvl:4.31) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.57 lvl:4.48) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.53 lvl:2.63) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Getting Information (imp:3.41 lvl:2.22) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.06 lvl:3.03) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.94 lvl:2.39) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.93 lvl:2.93) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.91 lvl:2.29) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.91 lvl:3.57) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.88 lvl:2.34) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.86 lvl:2.49) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:2.82 lvl:2.09) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.68 lvl:2.38) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.59 lvl:2.96) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.54 lvl:2.21) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.48 lvl:2.08) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.42 lvl:2.13) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.34 lvl:1.98) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.32 lvl:1.65) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.31 lvl:1.83) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.31 lvl:2.25) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Processing Information (imp:2.30 lvl:2.14) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.29 lvl:1.99) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.26 lvl:1.83) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.25 lvl:2.15) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.25 lvl:1.64) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.24 lvl:1.63) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.24 lvl:1.94) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.20 lvl:1.44) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:1.96 lvl:1.11) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:1.94 lvl:0.87) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.84 lvl:1.21) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.78 lvl:1.33) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.75 lvl:0.99) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.74 lvl:1.21) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.73 lvl:0.83) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.57 lvl:0.95) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.36 lvl:0.60) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Working with Computers (imp:1.04) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:1.98) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cooperation (imp:1.57) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.38) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.23) — 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
  Humility (imp:0.87) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Integrity (imp:0.76) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.55) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.53) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Optimism (imp:0.40) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Perseverance (imp:0.39) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.32) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Sincerity (imp:0.27) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.15) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Adaptability (imp:0.05) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  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:-0.02) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.03) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Initiative (imp:-0.09) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.31) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Innovation (imp:-0.37) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.65) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.75) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Time Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Service Orientation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Persuasion (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.25 lvl:1.62) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.00) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 7,490
  annual_median    : $40,470
  annual_pct10     : $31,200
  annual_pct25     : $36,830
  annual_pct75     : $49,090
  annual_pct90     : $52,000
  annual_mean      : $42,440
  hourly_median    : $19.46

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Ohio ($53,340)
  lowest_state     : Mississippi ($23,470)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.273x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (25 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:    6,930  median: $  41,090
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      310  median: $  37,990
  Manufacturing                            emp:       40  median: $  40,450
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:       40  median: $  36,390

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (4 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:    6,930  median: $  41,090
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      310  median: $  37,990
  Manufacturing                            emp:       40  median: $  40,450
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:       40  median: $  36,390

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Matt Painter (similarity: 0.1892)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matt_Painter
  QID: Q6789161
  Extract: Matthew Curtis Painter is an American college basketball coach and former player. He is currently the 19th Boilermakers men's basketball head coach at Purdue University, serving in that role since 2005. Painter was also the head coach at Southern Illinois University for one season in 2003–04. He pla

  Title: Painting (similarity: 0.2000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Painting
  QID: Q11629
  Extract: Painting is a visual art, characterized by the practice of applying paint, pigment, color, or other medium to a solid surface. The medium is commonly applied to the base with a brush. Other implements, such as palette knives, sponges, airbrushes, the artist's fingers, or even a dripping technique th

  Title: Kenneth Painter (similarity: 0.2078)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenneth_Painter
  QID: Q24718554
  Extract: Kenneth Scott Painter was a deputy keeper of Greek and Roman antiquities at the British Museum and an authority on Roman and late antique silver. He was also a vice-president of the British Archaeological Association in 1997 and a trustee of Oxford Archaeology. He received a DLitt from Oxford Univer

  Title: House painter and decorator (similarity: 0.4045)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House_painter_and_decorator
  QID: Q288728
  Extract: A house painter and decorator is a tradesperson responsible for the painting and decorating of buildings, and is also known as a decorator, or house painter. The purpose of painting is to improve the appearance of a building and to protect it from damage by water, corrosion, insects and mold. House 

  Title: Bob Ross (similarity: 0.0857)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Ross
  QID: Q455511
  Extract: Robert Norman Ross was an American painter and art instructor who created and hosted The Joy of Painting, an instructional television program that aired from 1983 to 1994 on PBS in the United States and CBC in Canada.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Comprehensive O*NET data with specific task descriptions, clear wage data from BLS OEWS, and well-defined industry employment patterns provide strong foundation for occupation intelligence.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T23:43:57.355116+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,660
tokens_output        : 3,863
cost_usd             : $0.043576
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for this specific helper occupation, though related articles on house painters and decorating provide general context for the skilled trades these workers support.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons provide essential support to skilled construction finishing trades by handling materials, preparing surfaces, and maintaining work areas. These entry-level positions require physical strength and coordination to move equipment, mix materials, and assist with various construction tasks. According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, 7,490 workers earn a median annual salary of $40,470, with most employed in construction industries.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers start by setting up work areas, erecting scaffolding, and applying protective coverings to surfaces that could be damaged during finishing work. They spend considerable time mixing plaster compounds, moving materials between locations, and supplying tools to skilled tradespeople. Surface preparation activities include filling cracks with putty or epoxy, sanding and buffing surfaces smooth, and placing items in chemical stripping tanks. Throughout the day, they monitor work progress, inspect materials for quality, and maintain clean, organized work environments by cleaning equipment and removing debris.

WHO THRIVES:
This role attracts individuals with strong realistic interests who enjoy hands-on physical work and working with tools and materials. Success requires excellent arm-hand steadiness, manual dexterity, and significant physical strength for lifting and moving heavy materials. Workers must demonstrate high dependability and cooperation, as they directly support skilled tradespeople whose productivity depends on timely material supply and preparation. Attention to detail and cautiousness are essential for safety in construction environments and ensuring quality surface preparation.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most workers enter this field with less than a high school diploma (68.2%) or a high school diploma or equivalent (26.2%), making it highly accessible to entry-level candidates. Job Zone 2 classification indicates that minimal preparation is needed, with most skills learned through on-the-job training. The role provides an excellent entry point into construction trades, offering exposure to various finishing techniques and trade practices.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
This position serves as a stepping stone to skilled construction finishing trades, with natural progression paths to painters, plasterers, or stucco masons. Workers gain valuable knowledge of building and construction practices, material properties, and trade techniques that prepare them for apprenticeships in higher-skilled positions. Career advancement typically involves developing specialized skills in specific finishing trades and eventually supervising other helpers or running independent contracting operations.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Employment of 7,490 workers nationwide generates a median annual wage of $40,470 (BLS OEWS May 2025), with earnings ranging from $31,200 to $52,000 for the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic wage variation is substantial, with Ohio offering the highest compensation at $53,340 compared to Mississippi's $23,470, representing a 2.27x ratio difference. The overwhelming majority (92.5%) work in construction industries, with smaller numbers in administrative support services and manufacturing. Demand closely follows construction activity cycles and regional development patterns.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role shows moderate resistance to automation due to the physical nature of tasks requiring manual dexterity, gross body coordination, and real-time decision-making in varied construction environments. While material mixing equipment may become more sophisticated, core activities like scaffolding erection, surface preparation, and tool handling require human judgment and adaptability to site-specific conditions.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [riasec_cluster] Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters (47-3011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share identical realistic-oriented profiles with similar physical demands and construction trade support functions.
    data: RIASEC R:6.52 dominant
    data: Job Zone 2
    data: Construction industry focus
  [career_pathway] Plasterers and Stucco Masons (47-2161.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Direct advancement path as helpers specifically support plasterers and gain hands-on experience with plastering techniques and materials.
    data: Mix plaster and carry to plasterers task
    data: Building and Construction knowledge imp:3.1
  [skill_overlap] Helpers--Carpenters (47-3012.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Overlapping physical abilities including static strength, manual dexterity, and coordination for construction support activities.
    data: Static Strength imp:3.4, lvl:3.6
    data: Manual Dexterity imp:3.4, lvl:2.9
    data: Gross Body Coordination imp:3.1
  [career_pathway] Painters, Construction and Maintenance (47-2141.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Natural progression as helpers gain painting skills through surface preparation, material handling, and direct support of painters.
    data: Surface preparation tasks
    data: Apply protective coverings task
    data: Building and Construction knowledge
  [wage_band] Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (47-3015.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar wage levels and job zones indicate comparable skill requirements and market positioning within construction helper roles.
    data: Job Zone 2
    data: Construction industry employment
    data: Entry-level positioning

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['painter helper', 'plasterer helper', 'stucco helper', 'paperhanger helper', 'construction helper', 'surface preparation', 'material supply', 'scaffolding']
  exclude_keywords : ['skilled painter', 'journeyman plasterer', 'contractor', 'supervisor', 'foreman']
  title_patterns   : ['Helper', 'Assistant', 'Tender', 'Laborer', 'Support']
  common_variations: ['Painter Assistant', 'Painter Helper', 'Plaster Helper', 'Plasterer Tender', "Mason's Tender", 'Paperhanger Assistant', 'Construction Helper', 'Surface Prep Helper']

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

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01623  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01469  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  31  0.01198  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:74%  dwas:10%  inference:10%
materials                  21  0.00812  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:48%  inference:29%  dwas:19%
principles                 16  0.00619  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
construction               15  0.00580  inference            inference:67%  dwas:20%  onet_dimensions:13%
activities                 13  0.00502  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:69%  dwas:15%  inference:15%
includes                   12  0.00464  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
techniques                 12  0.00464  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:83%  inference:17%
control                    12  0.00464  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00464  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       11  0.00425  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00425  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
tools                      10  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:20%  inference:20%
physical                   10  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:40%
needed                     10  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  dwas:20%  inference:10%
surfaces                    9  0.00348  dwas                 dwas:44%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:22%
problems                    9  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
resources                   9  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
moving                      9  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
quickly                     9  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
developing                  9  0.00348  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
monitoring                  8  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  8  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       8  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
human                       8  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
production                  8  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quality                     8  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
standards                   8  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
events                      8  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
hand                        8  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
performing                  8  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 8  0.00309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
skilled                     8  0.00309  inference            inference:75%  dwas:25%
attention                   7  0.00271  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  inference:14%
understand                  7  0.00271  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performance                 7  0.00271  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%