[Core] [52% incumbents] Operate controls to stabilize machines and to position and align drills.
  DWAs: Operate drilling equipment.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Start, stop, and control drilling speed of machines and insertion of casings into holes.
  DWAs: Operate drilling equipment.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Regulate air pressure, rotary speed, and downward pressure, according to the type of rock or concrete being drilled.
  DWAs: Operate drilling equipment.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Select and attach drill bits and drill rods, adding more rods as hole depths increase, and changing drill bits as needed.
  DWAs: Select construction equipment. | Install drilling equipment.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Drive or guide truck-mounted equipment into position, level and stabilize rigs, and extend telescoping derricks.
  DWAs: Drive trucks or truck-mounted equipment.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Operate machines to flush earth cuttings or to blow dust from holes.
  DWAs: Remove debris or vegetation from work sites.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Perform routine maintenance and upgrade work on machines and equipment, such as replacing parts, building up drill bits, and lubricating machinery.
  DWAs: Maintain drilling equipment.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Select the appropriate drill for the job, using knowledge of rock or soil conditions.
  DWAs: Select construction equipment.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Document geological formations encountered during work.
  DWAs: Record operational or environmental data.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Drive trucks, tractors, or truck-mounted drills to and from work sites.
  DWAs: Drive trucks or truck-mounted equipment.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Assemble and position machines, augers, casing pipes, and other equipment, using hand and power tools.
  DWAs: Assemble products or production equipment. | Position construction or extraction equipment.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Record drilling progress and geological data.
  DWAs: Record operational or environmental data.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Retrieve lost equipment from bore holes, using retrieval tools and equipment.
  DWAs: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Pour water into wells, or pump water or slush into wells to cool drill bits and to remove drillings.
  DWAs: Pour materials into or on designated areas. | Operate pumps or compressors.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Create and lay out designs for drill and blast patterns.
  DWAs: Develop equipment or component configurations.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Place and install screens, casings, pumps, and other well fixtures to develop wells.
  DWAs: Position construction or extraction equipment.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Operate water-well drilling rigs and other equipment to drill, bore, and dig for water wells or for environmental assessment purposes.
  DWAs: Operate drilling equipment.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Review client requirements and proposed locations for drilling operations to determine feasibility, and to determine cost estimates.
  DWAs: Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements. | Determine appropriate locations for operations or installations.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Drill or bore holes in rock for blasting, grouting, anchoring, or building foundations.
  DWAs: Drill holes in earth or rock.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Perform pumping tests to assess well performance.
  DWAs: Inspect equipment or tools to be used in construction or excavation.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Signal crane operators to move equipment.
  DWAs: Signal equipment operators to indicate proper equipment positioning.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Withdraw drill rods from holes, and extract core samples.
  DWAs: Collect geological samples.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Verify depths and alignments of boring positions.
  DWAs: Measure work site dimensions.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Fabricate well casings.
  DWAs: Fabricate parts or components.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Disinfect, reconstruct, and redevelop contaminated wells and water pumping systems, and clean and disinfect new wells in preparation for use.
  DWAs: Decontaminate equipment or sites to remove hazardous or toxic substances. | Clean equipment or facilities. | Prepare excavation or extraction sites for commissioning or decommissioning.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Design well pumping systems.
  DWAs: Design energy production or management equipment or systems.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Inspect core samples to determine nature of strata, or take samples to laboratories for analysis.
  DWAs: Collect geological samples.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Retract augers to force discharge dirt from holes.
  DWAs: Operate drilling equipment.

[None] Monitor drilling operations, by checking gauges and listening to equipment to assess drilling conditions and to determine the need to adjust drilling or alter equipment.
  DWAs: Monitor extraction operations.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Mechanical (imp:3.50 lvl:4.54) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Administration and Management (imp:3.32 lvl:2.82) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Transportation (imp:3.31 lvl:3.45) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.30 lvl:3.30) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Design (imp:3.08 lvl:3.25) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Mathematics (imp:2.98 lvl:3.12) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Production and Processing (imp:2.93 lvl:2.85) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Law and Government (imp:2.83 lvl:2.81) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.79 lvl:2.44) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:2.77 lvl:2.60) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.76 lvl:3.15) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Education and Training (imp:2.68 lvl:2.61) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administrative (imp:2.36 lvl:2.03) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Physics (imp:2.26 lvl:2.67) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Geography (imp:2.20 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Psychology (imp:2.12 lvl:1.97) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Chemistry (imp:2.07 lvl:2.20) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Telecommunications (imp:2.01 lvl:1.50) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Building and Construction (imp:1.99 lvl:2.06) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Biology (imp:1.84 lvl:1.40) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.80 lvl:1.40) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.75 lvl:0.36) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Communications and Media (imp:1.66 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.64 lvl:1.07) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.60 lvl:0.55) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.48 lvl:1.22) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.44 lvl:0.87) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.41) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.39 lvl:0.61) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  History and Archeology (imp:1.30 lvl:0.51) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.30) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Control Precision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Reaction Time (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Depth Perception (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Rate Control (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Visualization (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Far Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Written Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Response Orientation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Originality (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Static Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Stamina (imp:2.25 lvl:1.62) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Night Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Sound Localization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.58 lvl:4.98) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.52 lvl:4.92) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:4.44 lvl:4.86) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:4.19 lvl:4.39) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Getting Information (imp:4.12 lvl:3.18) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.96 lvl:4.34) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.88 lvl:4.54) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.87 lvl:5.46) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.85 lvl:5.29) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.83 lvl:4.54) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.81 lvl:3.61) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.53 lvl:3.79) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.39 lvl:3.30) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.38 lvl:3.69) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.32 lvl:3.70) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.29 lvl:3.31) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.24 lvl:3.51) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.24 lvl:2.65) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.16 lvl:3.17) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.14 lvl:3.98) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.10 lvl:3.24) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.08 lvl:2.93) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.02 lvl:3.33) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.01 lvl:3.16) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.98 lvl:3.43) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.90 lvl:2.50) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.89 lvl:2.56) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.88 lvl:2.63) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Processing Information (imp:2.86 lvl:3.39) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.86 lvl:3.36) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.86 lvl:3.49) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.86 lvl:3.55) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.74 lvl:3.04) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.71 lvl:2.48) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.70 lvl:3.37) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.67 lvl:2.37) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.58 lvl:2.70) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.40 lvl:2.47) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.12 lvl:2.19) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Working with Computers (imp:1.79 lvl:1.48) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.58 lvl:1.17) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Dependability (imp:2.36) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.24) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.05) — 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.
  Perseverance (imp:1.70) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.52) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Integrity (imp:1.29) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:1.25) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.13) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.01) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Adaptability (imp:0.89) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Initiative (imp:0.53) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Cooperation (imp:0.51) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.45) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Optimism (imp:0.30) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.16) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.06) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  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
  Innovation (imp:-0.02) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.11) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility (imp:-0.16) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Empathy (imp:-0.16) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.34) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Equipment Selection (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Repairing (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Instructing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Persuasion (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 19,450
  annual_median    : $60,190
  annual_pct10     : $44,460
  annual_pct25     : $49,900
  annual_pct75     : $72,450
  annual_pct90     : $83,800
  annual_mean      : $62,830
  hourly_median    : $28.94

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Washington ($80,490)
  lowest_state     : Maine ($45,560)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.767x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (48 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:   12,980  median: $  60,570
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    3,720  median: $  60,760
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,790  median: $  57,970
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      390  median: $  50,030
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      150  median: $  62,400
  Utilities                                emp:       80  median: $  82,390
  Manufacturing                            emp:       60  median: $  59,960
  Information                              emp:       30  median: $  53,730

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (8 total) ---
  Construction                             emp:   12,980  median: $  60,570
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    3,720  median: $  60,760
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,790  median: $  57,970
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      390  median: $  50,030
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      150  median: $  62,400
  Utilities                                emp:       80  median: $  82,390
  Manufacturing                            emp:       60  median: $  59,960
  Information                              emp:       30  median: $  53,730

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         : 2026-06-02T22:49:06.431350Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Extraction of petroleum (similarity: 0.1754)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Extraction_of_petroleum
  QID: Q1349660
  Extract: Petroleum is a fossil fuel that can be drawn from beneath the Earth's surface. Reservoirs of petroleum are formed through the mixture of plants, algae, and sediments in shallow seas under high pressure. Petroleum is mostly recovered from oil drilling. Seismic surveys and other methods are used to lo

  Title: Deepwater Horizon oil spill (similarity: 0.3934)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deepwater_Horizon_oil_spill
  QID: Q4735638
  Extract: The Deepwater Horizon oil spill was an environmental disaster beginning 20 April 2010 off the coast of the United States in the Gulf of Mexico, on the BP-operated Macondo Prospect. It is considered the largest marine oil spill in the history of the petroleum industry and estimated to be 8 to 31 perc

  Title: Fracking (similarity: 0.1905)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fracking
  QID: Q890794
  Extract: Fracking is a well stimulation technique involving the fracturing of formations in bedrock by a pressurized liquid. The process involves the high-pressure injection of "fracking fluid" into a wellbore to create cracks in the deep-rock formations through which natural gas, petroleum, and brine will f

  Title: Natural gas (similarity: 0.3111)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natural_gas
  QID: Q40858
  Extract: Natural gas is a fossil fuel, naturally occurring in geological formations. Typically, the gas is a mix of gaseous hydrocarbons, primarily methane (95%), small amounts of higher alkanes, and traces of carbon dioxide and nitrogen, hydrogen sulfide and helium. Methane is a colorless and odorless gas, 

  Title: Petroleum in the United States (similarity: 0.3438)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Petroleum_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q7178964
  Extract: The United States is the largest producer of petroleum in the world. Petroleum has been a major industry in the United States since the 1859 Pennsylvania oil rush around Titusville, Pennsylvania. Commonly characterized as "Big Oil", the industry includes exploration, production, refining, transporta

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data with detailed work activities, abilities, and industry employment. BLS wage data provides robust market intelligence. Limited by lack of Wikipedia context for non-petroleum drilling applications.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T00:01:56.683362+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,624
tokens_output        : 4,447
cost_usd             : $0.046495
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for earth drilling occupation. Semantic neighbors focus on oil and gas extraction rather than construction and mineral exploration drilling.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Earth Drillers operate specialized drilling equipment to tap subsurface water, extract core samples for mineral exploration, and prepare blast holes for construction and mining operations. They work with rotary, churn, and pneumatic drilling systems, requiring precise control and mechanical expertise. These skilled operators are essential for infrastructure development, geological surveying, and resource exploration projects.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Earth drillers begin by driving truck-mounted drilling equipment to job sites and positioning rigs for optimal drilling angles. They select appropriate drill bits based on soil and rock conditions, then operate controls to regulate air pressure, rotary speed, and downward pressure during drilling operations. Throughout the day, they monitor equipment performance, add drill rods as holes deepen, and flush earth cuttings from holes. They perform routine maintenance on drilling equipment, replace worn parts, and document geological formations encountered. Safety inspections of equipment and adherence to site safety protocols are constant responsibilities.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful earth drillers possess strong mechanical aptitude and enjoy working with complex machinery in outdoor environments. They demonstrate high control precision and multilimb coordination, allowing them to operate drilling equipment safely and accurately. Detail-oriented individuals who can maintain focus during repetitive tasks while staying alert to equipment changes and safety hazards excel in this role. Those who appreciate variety in work locations and geological challenges, combined with the satisfaction of supporting critical infrastructure projects, find this career rewarding.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most earth drillers enter the field with a high school diploma and learn through on-the-job training or apprenticeship programs. Some pursue post-secondary certificates in construction trades or heavy equipment operation to enhance their qualifications. Entry-level workers often start as helpers or equipment operators, gradually developing specialized drilling skills. Physical fitness and mechanical aptitude are more important than formal education for career entry.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced earth drillers can advance to supervisory roles overseeing drilling crews or specialized positions in geotechnical drilling. Some transition to equipment sales or service roles with drilling equipment manufacturers. Others may become independent contractors or start their own drilling services companies. Career advancement often leads toward project management in construction or exploration, or specialized roles in environmental consulting or geological services.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Earth drillers earn a median annual wage of $60,190 (BLS OEWS May 2025), with experienced operators reaching $83,800 annually. The field employs 19,450 workers primarily in construction (12,980 employed) and mining industries (3,720 employed). Geographic wage variations are significant, with Washington offering the highest wages at $80,490 compared to Maine at $45,560. Job demand remains stable due to ongoing infrastructure needs, environmental monitoring requirements, and resource exploration activities. Remote locations often command premium wages due to travel requirements and specialized site conditions.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Earth drilling faces moderate automation risk as equipment becomes more computerized and GPS-guided. However, the need for human judgment in equipment selection, geological assessment, and safety monitoring preserves job security. Complex site conditions and the requirement for real-time decision-making based on geological formations encountered continue to favor human operators over fully automated systems.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas (47-5012.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles operate drilling equipment with high control precision and multilimb coordination requirements.
    data: Control Precision (imp:4.0)
    data: Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.9)
    data: Operating drilling equipment tasks
  [riasec_cluster] Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators (47-2073.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share Realistic orientation (R:7.00) and operate heavy construction equipment requiring mechanical knowledge.
    data: RIASEC R:7.00
    data: Mechanical knowledge (imp:3.5)
    data: Construction industry employment
  [task_similarity] Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining (47-5022.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve operating heavy machinery in mining environments with similar equipment control requirements.
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.5)
    data: Mining industry employment
    data: Equipment operation tasks
  [transferable_skill] Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4032.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles require operations monitoring and equipment control skills, though applied in different contexts.
    data: Operations Monitoring (imp:4.0)
    data: Operation and Control (imp:3.9)
    data: Drilling equipment operation
  [career_pathway] Helpers--Extraction Workers (47-5081.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Helpers represent entry-level positions that can lead to earth driller roles through experience and training.
    data: Job Zone 2 preparation level
    data: On-the-job training pathway
    data: Extraction industry overlap
  [wage_band] Continuous Mining Machine Operators (47-5041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles operate in similar wage ranges within the extraction and construction industries.
    data: Median wage $60,190
    data: Mining industry employment
    data: Similar skill requirements

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['earth driller', 'blast hole driller', 'construction driller', 'core driller', 'directional driller', 'well driller', 'auger operator', 'boring machine operator']
  exclude_keywords : ['oil driller', 'gas driller', 'petroleum driller', 'offshore driller', 'rig operator']
  title_patterns   : ['*driller*', '*drill operator*', '*boring*operator*', '*auger*operator*', '*drill*hand*']
  common_variations: ['blast driller', 'churn driller', 'diamond driller', 'deep well contractor', 'debris monitor', 'drill hand', 'boring operator', 'directional drill operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'drilling', 'oil', 'operate', 'principles', 'control', 'drill', 'earth', 'includes', 'machines', 'operations', 'construction', 'objects', 'holes', 'geological', 'production', 'materials', 'ideas']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  67  0.02253  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:34%  dwas:33%  inference:19%
tendency                   42  0.01412  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  inference:3%
drilling                   30  0.01009  inference            inference:50%  onet_tasks:23%  dwas:23%
oil                        17  0.00572  wikipedia            wikipedia:94%  inference:6%
operate                    16  0.00538  dwas                 dwas:44%  onet_tasks:19%  onet_dimensions:19%
principles                 16  0.00538  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    15  0.00504  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:13%  onet_tasks:7%
drill                      14  0.00471  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:71%  inference:14%  dwas:7%
earth                      13  0.00437  inference            inference:69%  wikipedia:15%  onet_tasks:8%
includes                   13  0.00437  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
machines                   12  0.00404  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:58%  onet_tasks:42%
operations                 12  0.00404  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:17%  dwas:17%
construction               12  0.00404  dwas                 dwas:42%  inference:42%  onet_dimensions:17%
objects                    12  0.00404  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
holes                      11  0.00370  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:55%  inference:27%  dwas:9%
geological                 11  0.00370  inference            inference:55%  onet_tasks:18%  dwas:18%
production                 11  0.00370  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  dwas:18%  wikipedia:9%
materials                  11  0.00370  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  dwas:9%
ideas                      11  0.00370  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                 10  0.00336  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
techniques                 10  0.00336  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 10  0.00336  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00336  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
gas                        10  0.00336  wikipedia            wikipedia:90%  inference:10%
speed                       9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  onet_tasks:22%  inference:11%
performance                 9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  inference:11%
problems                    9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
management                  9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  dwas:11%  inference:11%
human                       9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
developing                  9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
petroleum                   9  0.00303  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
needed                      8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
appropriate                 8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  onet_tasks:12%  dwas:12%
hand                        8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
tools                       8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  onet_tasks:25%  dwas:12%