[Core] [81% incumbents] Guide lengths of pipe into and out of elevators.
  DWAs: Install drilling equipment.

[Core] [80% incumbents] Inspect derricks, or order their inspection, prior to being raised or lowered.
  DWAs: Inspect equipment or tools to be used in construction or excavation.

[Core] [80% incumbents] Inspect derricks for flaws, and clean and oil derricks to maintain proper working conditions.
  DWAs: Inspect equipment or tools to be used in construction or excavation. | Clean equipment or facilities. | Maintain drilling equipment.

[Core] [80% incumbents] Repair pumps, mud tanks, and related equipment.
  DWAs: Maintain drilling equipment.

[Core] [80% incumbents] Listen to mud pumps and check regularly for vibration and other problems to ensure that rig pumps and drilling mud systems are working properly.
  DWAs: Monitor extraction operations.

[Core] [80% incumbents] Supervise crew members, and provide assistance in training them.
  DWAs: Train construction or extraction personnel. | Direct construction or extraction personnel.

[Core] [79% incumbents] Control the viscosity and weight of the drilling fluid.
  DWAs: Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities.

[Core] [79% incumbents] Prepare mud reports, and instruct crews about the handling of any chemical additives.
  DWAs: Prepare operational reports. | Train construction or extraction personnel.

[Core] [79% incumbents] Steady pipes during connection to or disconnection from drill or casing strings.
  DWAs: Install drilling equipment.

[Core] [78% incumbents] Start pumps that circulate mud through drill pipes and boreholes to cool drill bits and flush out drill cuttings.
  DWAs: Operate pumps or compressors.

[Core] [78% incumbents] Clamp holding fixtures on ends of hoisting cables.
  DWAs: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

[Core] [78% incumbents] String cables through pulleys and blocks.
  DWAs: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Set and bolt crown blocks to posts at tops of derricks.
  DWAs: Assemble temporary equipment or structures.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Position and align derrick elements, using harnesses and platform climbing devices.
  DWAs: Position construction or extraction equipment.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Weigh clay, and mix with water and chemicals to make drilling mud, using portable mixers.
  DWAs: Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly. | Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Speaking (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Listening (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Mechanical (imp:3.58 lvl:4.60) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Mathematics (imp:3.31 lvl:3.25) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  English Language (imp:3.21 lvl:2.93) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Education and Training (imp:3.03 lvl:3.15) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.84 lvl:2.81) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Transportation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Administration and Management (imp:2.68 lvl:2.75) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Building and Construction (imp:2.48 lvl:2.75) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Physics (imp:2.41 lvl:2.91) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Chemistry (imp:2.41 lvl:2.77) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Law and Government (imp:2.40 lvl:2.20) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.37 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.36 lvl:2.21) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.23 lvl:2.20) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Psychology (imp:2.23 lvl:2.41) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Geography (imp:2.23 lvl:2.29) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Production and Processing (imp:2.15 lvl:1.59) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.98) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Administrative (imp:1.87 lvl:1.58) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Design (imp:1.87 lvl:1.93) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.85 lvl:1.22) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.79 lvl:1.20) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.77 lvl:1.65) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Communications and Media (imp:1.62 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Biology (imp:1.52 lvl:0.96) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Foreign Language (imp:1.47) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.43) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  History and Archeology (imp:1.32) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Telecommunications (imp:1.28) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Food Production (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Control Precision (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.75 lvl:3.13) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.63) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Reaction Time (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.63 lvl:3.38) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Static Strength (imp:3.63 lvl:4.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.63 lvl:4.13) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Stamina (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Depth Perception (imp:3.50 lvl:4.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.50 lvl:4.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Oral Expression (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Selective Attention (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Far Vision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.13) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.13) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Visualization (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Response Orientation (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:3.25 lvl:3.13) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Near Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.25 lvl:2.50) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.13 lvl:3.13) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Rate Control (imp:3.13 lvl:3.38) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:3.13 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.13 lvl:2.75) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Speed of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:3.13) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.63) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.63) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.63) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.63) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Number Facility (imp:2.63 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.63 lvl:2.25) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.38 lvl:2.13) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Memorization (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Sound Localization (imp:2.38 lvl:2.13) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Originality (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Night Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.45 lvl:4.56) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.20 lvl:4.32) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:4.19 lvl:5.27) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.98 lvl:5.63) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.87 lvl:5.53) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.67 lvl:3.73) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.64 lvl:4.00) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.60 lvl:3.51) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.56 lvl:3.47) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.51 lvl:3.73) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Getting Information (imp:3.44 lvl:2.69) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.33 lvl:2.61) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.25 lvl:3.13) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.15 lvl:3.07) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.09 lvl:2.73) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.06 lvl:3.19) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.03 lvl:3.50) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.96 lvl:3.21) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.95 lvl:2.99) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.86 lvl:2.65) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.78 lvl:2.62) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.76 lvl:3.01) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Processing Information (imp:2.68 lvl:2.65) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.66 lvl:2.15) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.64 lvl:2.52) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.62 lvl:2.59) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.61 lvl:2.02) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.54 lvl:2.49) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.53 lvl:2.32) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.52 lvl:2.30) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.45 lvl:2.23) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.44 lvl:2.74) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Working with Computers (imp:2.42 lvl:2.27) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.40 lvl:1.83) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.32 lvl:2.00) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.30 lvl:1.88) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.29 lvl:2.12) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.28 lvl:2.36) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.11 lvl:1.94) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.02 lvl:1.62) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.02 lvl:1.99) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.50) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:2.47) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.08) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.99) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.74) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Integrity (imp:1.63) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:1.47) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.32) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.25) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.24) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Adaptability (imp:1.22) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Cooperation (imp:1.11) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Initiative (imp:0.74) — 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
  Sincerity (imp:0.27) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.15) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Humility (imp:0.12) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  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.
  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
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.05) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Empathy (imp:-0.06) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.07) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.48) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.88 lvl:3.62) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Repairing (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Instructing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Persuasion (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Service Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:1.62) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 10,590
  annual_median    : $58,620
  annual_pct10     : $43,380
  annual_pct25     : $49,880
  annual_pct75     : $71,610
  annual_pct90     : $81,800
  annual_mean      : $60,210
  hourly_median    : $28.18

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Louisiana ($86,980)
  lowest_state     : Michigan ($45,180)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.925x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (19 total) ---
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:   10,300  median: $  58,400
  Construction                             emp:       80  median: $  64,950

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (2 total) ---
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:   10,300  median: $  58,400
  Construction                             emp:       80  median: $  64,950

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Oil platform (similarity: 0.2381)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oil_platform
  QID: Q689880
  Extract: An oil platform, also called an oil rig, offshore platform, or oil production platform, is a large structure with facilities to extract and process petroleum and natural gas that lie in rock formations beneath the seabed. Many oil platforms will also have facilities to accommodate the workers, altho

  Title: List of abbreviations in oil and gas exploration and production (similarity: 0.4301)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_abbreviations_in_oil_and_gas_exploration_and_production
  QID: Q6604933
  Extract: 
The oil and gas industry uses many acronyms and abbreviations. This list is meant for indicative purposes only and should not be relied upon for anything but general information.

  Title: Piper Alpha (similarity: 0.3415)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piper_Alpha
  QID: Q1569137
  Extract: Piper Alpha was an oil platform located in the North Sea about 120 miles (190 km) north-east of Aberdeen, Scotland. It was operated by Occidental Petroleum and began production in December 1976, initially as an oil-only platform, but later converted to add gas production.

  Title: East Texas Oil Field (similarity: 0.4400)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/East_Texas_Oil_Field
  QID: Q2044903
  Extract: The East Texas Oil Field is a large oil and gas field in east Texas. Covering 140,000 acres (57,000 ha) and parts of five counties, and having 30,340 historic and active oil wells, it is the second-largest oil field in the United States outside Alaska, and first in total volume of oil recovered sinc

  Title: Blowout (well drilling) (similarity: 0.2264)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blowout_(well_drilling)
  QID: Q885506
  Extract: A blowout is the uncontrolled release of crude oil and/or natural gas from an oil well or gas well after pressure control systems have failed. Modern wells have blowout preventers intended to prevent such an occurrence. An accidental spark during a blowout can lead to a catastrophic oil or gas fire.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence supported by detailed O*NET data including specific tasks, abilities, and work activities. Clear industry focus and established career pathways within oil and gas extraction provide reliable occupational definition.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T23:58:01.781018+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,575
tokens_output        : 4,279
cost_usd             : $0.045849
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for derrick operators specifically, though oil platform and drilling terminology articles provide relevant industry context. The occupation represents a specialized role within broader oil and gas extraction operations.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas are skilled technicians who operate drilling equipment and manage fluid circulation systems on oil and gas drilling rigs. They rig derrick equipment, operate pumps to circulate drilling mud through boreholes, and maintain critical drilling infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient extraction operations. These workers combine mechanical expertise with safety vigilance to support complex drilling operations in the energy sector.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A derrick operator begins their shift by inspecting derrick equipment for flaws and ensuring proper maintenance of pumps and mud tanks. They guide pipe sections into and out of elevators while monitoring drilling fluid viscosity and weight throughout the operation. During active drilling, they operate pumps that circulate mud through drill pipes to cool bits and flush out cuttings, while listening for vibrations or other signs of equipment problems. They prepare detailed mud reports, handle chemical additives, and communicate regularly with crew members about safety procedures and operational status. The work involves steady coordination of multiple systems while maintaining vigilant oversight of equipment performance.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful derrick operators possess strong mechanical aptitude combined with excellent hand-eye coordination and physical stamina for demanding outdoor work. They excel at multitasking under pressure, monitoring multiple systems simultaneously while maintaining attention to safety protocols. These workers demonstrate reliability and cautiousness, as equipment failures can have serious consequences for crew safety and operational efficiency. Individuals who thrive typically enjoy hands-on problem-solving and can work effectively as part of a close-knit crew in challenging environments. Strong communication skills help them coordinate with team members and clearly report operational status to supervisors.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most derrick operators enter this field with less than a high school diploma (68.5% of workers) or a high school diploma (22.9%), though some pursue post-secondary certificates in relevant technical fields. Entry typically occurs through on-the-job training as helpers or roustabouts, where workers learn safety procedures and basic equipment operation. Employers often provide specialized training on specific drilling systems and safety protocols. Physical fitness and mechanical aptitude are more important than formal education for initial hiring.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced derrick operators can advance to rotary drill operator positions, taking on greater responsibility for overall drilling operations and crew supervision. Some transition into service unit operator roles or pursue specialized positions in directional drilling or well completion services. With additional training and experience, advancement opportunities include drilling supervisor, toolpusher, or rig manager positions. Others may transition to related construction equipment operation or move into equipment maintenance and repair specialties within the oil and gas industry.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, derrick operators earn a median annual wage of $58,620, with the range spanning from $43,380 to $81,800 for the 10th to 90th percentiles. Employment totals 10,590 workers nationwide, with significant geographic wage variation from $45,180 in Michigan to $86,980 in Louisiana, reflecting regional differences in oil and gas activity. The vast majority (97%) work in mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction industries, with minimal construction sector employment. Louisiana, Texas, and other major oil-producing states offer the highest wages and employment concentrations. Job availability closely follows energy market cycles and drilling activity levels.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Derrick operators face moderate automation risk as drilling technology advances toward more automated systems. While core activities like controlling machines and processes (importance 4.5) and inspecting equipment (importance 4.2) remain essential, some routine monitoring tasks may become automated through advanced sensors and control systems. However, the need for human judgment in complex problem-solving, equipment maintenance, and safety oversight provides protection against full automation in the near term.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas (47-5012.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Natural progression path with overlapping drilling operations knowledge and shared work environment on oil rigs.
    data: Related occupation listed as Primary-Short
    data: Both roles involve drilling operations
    data: Similar mechanical knowledge requirements
  [career_pathway] Roustabouts, Oil and Gas (47-5071.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Entry-level position leading to derrick operator with shared oil and gas industry knowledge and work activities.
    data: Related occupation listed as Primary-Short
    data: Both work in oil and gas extraction
    data: Roustabout is typical entry point
  [career_pathway] Helpers--Extraction Workers (47-5081.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Entry-level helper role that commonly leads to derrick operator positions with similar work environment and basic skills.
    data: Related occupation listed as Primary-Short
    data: Helper role suggests career progression
    data: Shared extraction industry focus
  [skill_overlap] Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators (47-2073.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Significant overlap in machine operation, control precision abilities, and mechanical knowledge requirements.
    data: Related occupation listed as Primary-Long
    data: Both require Control Precision ability
    data: Shared mechanical knowledge importance
  [task_similarity] Hoist and Winch Operators (53-7041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar equipment operation involving hoisting and positioning heavy materials with precision control requirements.
    data: Related occupation listed as Primary-Long
    data: Both involve handling and moving heavy objects
    data: Similar multilimb coordination requirements

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['derrick operator', 'oil derrick', 'gas derrick', 'drilling derrick', 'derrick hand', 'derrick man', 'derrick worker', 'drilling fluid']
  exclude_keywords : ['rotary drill', 'roustabout', 'wellhead pumper', 'service unit', 'helper']
  title_patterns   : ['Derrick Operator', 'Derrick Hand', 'Derrick Man', 'Oil Derrick Operator', 'Gas Derrick Operator']
  common_variations: ['derrick operator oil gas', 'drilling derrick operator', 'fracturing derrick operator', 'well service derrick', 'rotary derrick operator', 'derrick equipment operator', 'mud circulation operator', 'drilling fluid operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'oil', 'drilling', 'principles', 'control', 'activities', 'objects', 'gas', 'production', 'includes', 'problems', 'derrick', 'platform', 'monitoring', 'operations', 'materials', 'ideas', 'mud']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  46  0.01655  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  dwas:24%  inference:24%
tendency                   42  0.01511  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01403  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  inference:3%
oil                        28  0.01007  wikipedia            wikipedia:68%  inference:29%  onet_tasks:4%
drilling                   21  0.00755  inference            inference:67%  dwas:19%  onet_tasks:14%
principles                 16  0.00575  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    15  0.00540  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:7%  wikipedia:7%
activities                 13  0.00468  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:69%  dwas:15%  wikipedia:8%
objects                    13  0.00468  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  dwas:8%
gas                        13  0.00468  wikipedia            wikipedia:54%  inference:46%
production                 12  0.00432  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  wikipedia:33%
includes                   12  0.00432  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problems                   11  0.00396  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  onet_tasks:9%  inference:9%
derrick                    11  0.00396  inference            inference:91%  onet_tasks:9%
platform                   11  0.00396  wikipedia            wikipedia:82%  onet_tasks:9%  inference:9%
monitoring                 11  0.00396  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:27%
operations                 11  0.00396  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  inference:36%  dwas:9%
materials                  11  0.00396  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  dwas:9%
ideas                      11  0.00396  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
mud                        10  0.00360  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:60%  inference:40%
procedures                 10  0.00360  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
construction               10  0.00360  dwas                 dwas:60%  onet_dimensions:20%  inference:20%
techniques                 10  0.00360  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00360  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     9  0.00324  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
moving                      9  0.00324  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  dwas:22%
resources                   9  0.00324  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needed                      9  0.00324  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  dwas:22%
quickly                     9  0.00324  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00324  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
operate                     9  0.00324  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:33%  dwas:33%  inference:33%
pumps                       8  0.00288  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  inference:38%  dwas:12%
performance                 8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
needs                       8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
mechanical                  8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:38%
machines                    8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
safety                      8  0.00288  inference            inference:88%  onet_dimensions:12%
human                       8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
physical                    8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%