[Core] [70% incumbents] Inspect manholes to locate sewer line stoppages.
  DWAs: Inspect plumbing systems or fixtures.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Prepare and keep records of actions taken, including maintenance and repair work.
  DWAs: Record operational or environmental data.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Measure excavation sites, using plumbers' snakes, tapelines, or lengths of cutting heads within sewers, and mark areas for digging.
  DWAs: Measure work site dimensions.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Communicate with supervisors and other workers, using equipment such as wireless phones, pagers, or radio telephones.
  DWAs: Communicate with other construction or extraction personnel to discuss project details.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Dig out sewer lines manually, using shovels.
  DWAs: Dig holes or trenches.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Update sewer maps and manhole charts.
  DWAs: Edit documents.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Cut damaged sections of pipe with cutters, remove broken sections from ditches, and replace pipe sections, using pipe sleeves.
  DWAs: Remove worn, damaged or outdated materials from work areas. | Cut metal components for installation. | Maintain plumbing structures or fixtures.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Break asphalt and other pavement so that pipes can be accessed, using airhammers, picks, and shovels.
  DWAs: Break up rock, asphalt, or concrete.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Drive trucks to transport crews, materials, and equipment.
  DWAs: Drive trucks or truck-mounted equipment.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Operate sewer cleaning equipment, including power rodders, high-velocity water jets, sewer flushers, bucket machines, wayne balls, and vac-alls.
  DWAs: Clean equipment or facilities.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Clean and repair septic tanks, sewer lines, or related structures such as manholes, culverts, and catch basins.
  DWAs: Clean equipment or facilities. | Maintain plumbing structures or fixtures.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Locate problems, using specially designed equipment, and mark where digging must occur to reach damaged tanks or pipes.
  DWAs: Locate equipment or materials in need of repair or replacement.

[Supplemental] [68% incumbents] Ensure that repaired sewer line joints are tightly sealed before backfilling begins.
  DWAs: Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation.

[Supplemental] [68% incumbents] Install rotary knives on flexible cables mounted on machine reels, according to the diameters of pipes to be cleaned.
  DWAs: Install equipment attachments or components.

[Supplemental] [68% incumbents] Start machines to feed revolving cables or rods into openings, stopping machines and changing knives to conform to pipe sizes.
  DWAs: Clean equipment or facilities. | Install equipment attachments or components. | Operate heavy-duty construction or installation equipment.

[Supplemental] [68% incumbents] Cover repaired pipes with dirt, and pack backfilled excavations, using air and gasoline tampers.
  DWAs: Spread sand, dirt or other loose materials onto surfaces. | Compact materials to create level bases.

[Supplemental] [68% incumbents] Requisition or order tools and equipment.
  DWAs: Order construction or extraction materials or equipment.

[Supplemental] [67% incumbents] Clean and disinfect domestic basements and other areas flooded by sewer stoppages.
  DWAs: Decontaminate equipment or sites to remove hazardous or toxic substances. | Clean equipment or facilities.

[Supplemental] [67% incumbents] Withdraw cables from pipes and examine them for evidence of mud, roots, grease, and other deposits indicating broken or clogged sewer lines.
  DWAs: Inspect plumbing systems or fixtures.

[Supplemental] [67% incumbents] Rotate cleaning rods manually, using turning pins.
  DWAs: Maintain mechanical equipment.

[Core] [66% incumbents] Service, adjust, and make minor repairs to equipment, machines, and attachments.
  DWAs: Maintain construction tools or equipment.

[Supplemental] [66% incumbents] Tap mainline sewers to install sewer saddles.
  DWAs: Drill holes in construction materials.

[EMERGING:Revision] Pump, clean, and repair septic tanks, sewer lines, or related structures such as manholes, culverts, and catch basins.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Speaking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Writing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.94 lvl:4.47) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Transportation (imp:3.52 lvl:3.76) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Mechanical (imp:3.49 lvl:4.03) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  English Language (imp:3.39 lvl:2.85) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Mathematics (imp:3.19 lvl:2.91) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Administration and Management (imp:3.04 lvl:3.05) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Education and Training (imp:2.81 lvl:2.99) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Building and Construction (imp:2.80 lvl:2.88) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Law and Government (imp:2.61 lvl:2.26) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.57 lvl:2.98) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Production and Processing (imp:2.54 lvl:2.29) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Design (imp:2.49 lvl:2.41) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.47 lvl:2.27) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Physics (imp:2.39 lvl:2.59) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Administrative (imp:2.38 lvl:2.36) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Chemistry (imp:2.31 lvl:2.34) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.22 lvl:2.59) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.18 lvl:1.21) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Telecommunications (imp:2.14 lvl:1.40) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Geography (imp:2.13 lvl:2.28) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.03 lvl:1.28) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Biology (imp:1.88 lvl:1.79) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Communications and Media (imp:1.87 lvl:1.72) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Psychology (imp:1.85 lvl:1.63) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.61 lvl:0.76) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.38) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.35) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Foreign Language (imp:1.32 lvl:0.44) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  History and Archeology (imp:1.24) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

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

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:4.38 lvl:4.07) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Getting Information (imp:4.34 lvl:3.50) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.16 lvl:4.70) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.69 lvl:3.44) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.61 lvl:3.26) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.58 lvl:2.91) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.57 lvl:3.03) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.56 lvl:4.29) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.50 lvl:3.10) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.39 lvl:4.26) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.38 lvl:2.91) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.38 lvl:3.40) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.32 lvl:3.33) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.31 lvl:3.72) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.21 lvl:2.35) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.19 lvl:3.10) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.14 lvl:2.77) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.09 lvl:3.13) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.98 lvl:2.40) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.93 lvl:2.18) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.92 lvl:3.05) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.86 lvl:2.30) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.81 lvl:2.18) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.73 lvl:2.31) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.72 lvl:1.78) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Processing Information (imp:2.69 lvl:2.22) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.64 lvl:2.08) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.60 lvl:1.84) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.59 lvl:1.76) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.34 lvl:1.61) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.33 lvl:1.79) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.17 lvl:1.58) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.16 lvl:1.80) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.14) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.09 lvl:1.38) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:1.98 lvl:0.49) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.88 lvl:0.84) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.81 lvl:0.90) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.75) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.60) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Working with Computers (imp:1.59) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.22) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.99) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.71) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.64) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.46) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:1.03) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  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
  Cooperation (imp:0.75) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.73) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.65) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Initiative (imp:0.61) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.54) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Optimism (imp:0.49) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Sincerity (imp:0.37) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Humility (imp:0.19) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.12) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.01) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Empathy (imp:-0.10) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.16) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.17) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.28) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operation and Control (imp:3.88 lvl:3.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.62 lvl:1.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Instructing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Persuasion (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Installation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 30,650
  annual_median    : $49,880
  annual_pct10     : $37,040
  annual_pct25     : $43,530
  annual_pct75     : $61,060
  annual_pct90     : $73,490
  annual_mean      : $53,500
  hourly_median    : $23.98

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Nebraska ($66,890)
  lowest_state     : West Virginia ($36,200)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.848x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (49 total) ---
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   18,490  median: $  48,080
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    6,660  median: $  55,860
  Construction                             emp:    4,670  median: $  53,340
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      320  median: $  53,220
  Utilities                                emp:      140  median: $  54,840
  Manufacturing                            emp:      100  median: $  55,640

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (6 total) ---
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   18,490  median: $  48,080
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    6,660  median: $  55,860
  Construction                             emp:    4,670  median: $  53,340
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      320  median: $  53,220
  Utilities                                emp:      140  median: $  54,840
  Manufacturing                            emp:      100  median: $  55,640

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T22:47:15.538021Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Septic tank (similarity: 0.3929)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Septic_tank
  QID: Q386300
  Extract: A septic tank is an underground chamber made of concrete, fiberglass, or plastic through which domestic wastewater (sewage) flows for basic sewage treatment. Settling and anaerobic digestion processes reduce solids and organics, but the treatment efficiency is only moderate. Septic tank systems are 

  Title: Drain cleaner (similarity: 0.3448)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drain_cleaner
  QID: Q1754157
  Extract: A drain cleaner, also known as a drain opener, is a person, device, or product used to unblock sewer pipes or clear clogged wastewater drains. This term typically applies to chemical, enzymatic, and mechanical tools such as commercial chemical cleaners, plumber's snakes, drain augers, bio-enzyme sol

  Title: Sewer gas (similarity: 0.2963)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sewer_gas
  QID: Q2863977
  Extract: Sewer gas is a complex, generally obnoxious smelling mixture of toxic and nontoxic gases produced and collected in sewage systems by the decomposition of organic household or industrial wastes, typical components of sewage.

  Title: Sanitary sewer (similarity: 0.3729)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sanitary_sewer
  QID: Q1805497
  Extract: A sanitary sewer is an underground pipe or tunnel system for transporting sewage from houses and commercial buildings to a sewage treatment plant or disposal.

  Title: Trap (plumbing) (similarity: 0.1000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trap_(plumbing)
  QID: Q665580
  Extract: In plumbing, a trap is a U-shaped portion of pipe designed to trap liquid or gas to prevent unwanted flow; most notably sewer gases from entering buildings while allowing waste materials to pass through. In oil refineries, traps are used to prevent hydrocarbons and other dangerous gases and chemical

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on detailed O*NET task data, comprehensive skill and knowledge profiles, and robust BLS employment and wage statistics. The occupation has clear boundaries and well-documented work activities.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T23:54:18.605267+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,788
tokens_output        : 4,055
cost_usd             : $0.046615
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match exists for this specific occupation. The closest semantic matches include 'Septic tank' and 'Drain cleaner' articles that provide context about the systems and equipment these workers maintain.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners maintain, repair, and clean sewage systems and septic infrastructure to ensure proper waste management and public health protection. These skilled tradespeople operate specialized equipment including high-pressure water jets, power rodders, and cleaning machines to clear blockages and perform system maintenance. With employment of 30,650 workers nationwide, this essential role supports residential, commercial, and municipal wastewater systems.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers inspect manholes and sewer lines to identify blockages, using specialized tools like plumbers' snakes and measuring equipment to assess problem areas. They operate heavy-duty cleaning equipment including power rodders, high-velocity water jets, and bucket machines to clear debris and restore system flow. Physical tasks include digging out sewer lines manually with shovels, breaking asphalt with airhammers to access underground pipes, and cutting damaged pipe sections for replacement. Documentation is critical, with workers preparing detailed records of maintenance activities, updating sewer maps and manhole charts, and communicating findings to supervisors via radio or wireless devices. Transportation duties involve driving trucks to move crews, materials, and specialized equipment between job sites.

WHO THRIVES:
This role attracts individuals with strong realistic interests who prefer hands-on, practical work with tangible results and mechanical systems. Success requires excellent manual dexterity and control precision for operating specialized cleaning equipment, combined with problem sensitivity to diagnose complex blockages and system failures. Workers must demonstrate high dependability and attention to detail when maintaining public health infrastructure, plus stress tolerance for working in challenging environments with unpleasant odors and confined spaces. The role demands physical stamina for manual labor activities and multilimb coordination for operating complex machinery safely.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent (40.4% of workers) or less than high school education (37.1%), with post-secondary certificates in construction trades or related fields benefiting 22.1% of practitioners. Most workers learn through on-the-job training and apprenticeships that combine classroom instruction in safety procedures with hands-on experience operating specialized cleaning equipment. Initial positions often involve working alongside experienced technicians to develop proficiency in equipment operation, safety protocols, and system diagnostics.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement leads to supervisory roles overseeing cleaning crews, specialization in complex commercial or industrial systems, or transition into related trades like plumbing or water treatment plant operation. Experienced workers may start their own septic service businesses, particularly in rural areas with high septic system density, or advance to municipal public works management positions. Additional certifications in wastewater treatment or heavy equipment operation can open pathways to higher-paying specialized roles.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation offers stable employment with a median annual wage of $49,880 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, ranging from $37,040 at the 10th percentile to $73,490 at the 90th percentile. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Nebraska offering the highest wages at $66,890 versus West Virginia's $36,200, representing an 1.85x ratio. Administrative and Support Services employs the largest share (18,490 workers), followed by government positions (6,660) and construction (4,670). Demand remains consistent due to aging infrastructure requiring maintenance and population growth necessitating expanded wastewater systems.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This occupation faces low automation risk due to the unpredictable, location-specific nature of sewer blockages and the need for human judgment in diagnosing complex system problems. While equipment becomes more sophisticated with better diagnostic tools and remote monitoring capabilities, the core activities of operating cleaning equipment, performing physical repairs, and navigating confined underground spaces require human dexterity and problem-solving skills.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (47-2152.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share mechanical knowledge (importance 3.5), troubleshooting skills, and repairing abilities for pipe systems.
    data: Mechanical knowledge importance 3.5
    data: Troubleshooting skill level 3.0
    data: Repairing transferable skill level 3.1
  [task_similarity] Pipelayers (47-2151.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations involve cutting and replacing pipe sections, digging to access underground systems, and measuring excavation sites.
    data: Cut damaged pipe sections task
    data: Dig out sewer lines manually task
    data: Measure excavation sites task
  [knowledge_overlap] Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators (51-8031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared knowledge areas include public safety and security (importance 3.4) and mechanical systems understanding for wastewater infrastructure.
    data: Public Safety and Security knowledge importance 3.4
    data: Transportation knowledge importance 3.5
    data: Equipment operation focus
  [riasec_cluster] Maintenance and Repair Workers, General (49-9071.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles exhibit strong realistic orientation (R:7.00) emphasizing hands-on mechanical work with equipment maintenance and repair focus.
    data: RIASEC R:7.00
    data: Equipment Maintenance transferable skill
    data: Repairing skill level 3.1
  [job_zone] Construction Laborers (47-2061.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations are Job Zone 2 requiring minimal preparation and share physical work activities including general physical activities (importance 4.2).
    data: Job Zone 2 classification
    data: Performing General Physical Activities importance 4.2
    data: Manual labor focus

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['septic tank', 'sewer cleaner', 'drain technician', 'pipe cleaner', 'septic servicer', 'sewer servicer', 'drain cleaner', 'septic maintenance']
  exclude_keywords : ['plumber', 'pipefitter', 'water treatment', 'construction laborer', 'equipment operator']
  title_patterns   : ['Septic Tank', 'Sewer Pipe', 'Drain', 'Septic', 'Sewer Cleaning']
  common_variations: ['Septic Tank Servicer', 'Sewer Pipe Cleaner', 'Drain Technician', 'Septic Cleaner', 'Roto Rooter Operator', 'Septic Pump Truck Driver', 'Public Works Technician', 'Drain and Sewer Technician']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'sewer', 'materials', 'principles', 'machines', 'control', 'includes', 'objects', 'activities', 'problems', 'problem', 'ideas', 'septic', 'tools', 'techniques', 'body', 'actions', 'maintenance']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  53  0.01826  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:43%  dwas:25%  inference:21%
tendency                   42  0.01447  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01309  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
sewer                      20  0.00689  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:55%  inference:25%  wikipedia:20%
materials                  19  0.00655  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:53%  dwas:32%  onet_tasks:5%
principles                 16  0.00551  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
machines                   13  0.00448  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:54%  onet_tasks:31%  inference:15%
control                    13  0.00448  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
includes                   12  0.00413  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00413  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 12  0.00413  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
problems                   11  0.00379  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  onet_tasks:9%  inference:9%
problem                    11  0.00379  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  inference:27%  wikipedia:9%
ideas                      11  0.00379  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
septic                     10  0.00345  inference            inference:50%  wikipedia:30%  onet_tasks:20%
tools                      10  0.00345  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:20%  onet_tasks:10%
techniques                 10  0.00345  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00345  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
maintenance                 9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:11%
pipe                        9  0.00310  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:44%  wikipedia:33%  inference:22%
cleaning                    9  0.00310  inference            inference:67%  onet_tasks:22%  wikipedia:11%
structures                  9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  onet_tasks:22%  dwas:22%
monitoring                  9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
procedures                  9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
management                  9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
human                       9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
construction                9  0.00310  dwas                 dwas:56%  onet_dimensions:22%  inference:22%
physical                    9  0.00310  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
treatment                   9  0.00310  wikipedia            wikipedia:44%  onet_dimensions:33%  inference:22%
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%
clean                       8  0.00276  dwas                 dwas:50%  onet_tasks:38%  inference:12%
needs                       8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
mechanical                  8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  dwas:12%  wikipedia:12%
production                  8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%