[Core] [52% incumbents] Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software.
  DWAs: Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects. | Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Reassemble and test equipment after repairs.
  DWAs: Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning. | Reassemble equipment after repair.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment.
  DWAs: Connect electrical components or equipment. | Solder parts or connections between parts.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Maintain equipment service records.
  DWAs: Maintain repair or maintenance records.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Refer to schematics and manufacturers' specifications that show connections and provide instructions on how to locate problems.
  DWAs: Read technical information needed to perform maintenance or repairs.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Install new fuses, electrical cables, or power sources as required.
  DWAs: Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems, using electrician's tools.
  DWAs: Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance. | Repair electrical circuits or wiring.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning transistors.
  DWAs: Repair electrical circuits or wiring.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Install fixtures, outlets, terminal boards, switches, and wall boxes, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Install electrical components, equipment, or systems.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures, outlet boxes, and fuse holders, using electric drills and routers.
  DWAs: Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Confer with customers to determine the nature of malfunctions.
  DWAs: Confer with customers or users to assess problems.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Install electrical equipment such as air-conditioning, heating, or ignition systems and components such as generator brushes and commutators, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Install heating, ventilation, or air conditioning (HVAC) equipment.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Repair or rebuild equipment such as starters, generators, distributors, or door controls, using electrician's tools.
  DWAs: Rebuild parts or components. | Repair electronic equipment.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Estimate costs of repairs based on parts and labor requirements.
  DWAs: Estimate costs for labor or materials.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Measure, cut, and install frameworks and conduit to support and connect wiring, control panels, and junction boxes, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Measure distances or dimensions. | Cut materials according to specifications or needs. | Connect electrical components or equipment.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Listening (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Writing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Learning (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Engineering and Technology (imp:4.36 lvl:4.67) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Computers and Electronics (imp:4.25 lvl:4.94) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Mathematics (imp:3.88 lvl:4.33) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.82 lvl:4.29) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Mechanical (imp:3.63 lvl:4.53) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Design (imp:3.55 lvl:4.13) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  English Language (imp:3.46 lvl:4.11) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Telecommunications (imp:3.43 lvl:3.97) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Education and Training (imp:3.40 lvl:4.06) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.37 lvl:3.52) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Production and Processing (imp:3.34 lvl:3.65) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Transportation (imp:3.30 lvl:3.36) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Physics (imp:3.06 lvl:3.13) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Administrative (imp:2.88 lvl:3.22) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Administration and Management (imp:2.80 lvl:3.01) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Law and Government (imp:2.80 lvl:2.84) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Building and Construction (imp:2.56 lvl:2.53) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.53 lvl:2.17) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Psychology (imp:2.48 lvl:2.91) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.39 lvl:2.24) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Communications and Media (imp:2.34 lvl:2.10) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Chemistry (imp:2.22 lvl:2.18) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Geography (imp:2.08 lvl:2.09) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.88 lvl:1.55) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.69 lvl:1.36) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.63 lvl:1.25) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.58 lvl:0.76) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.50 lvl:1.03) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.46 lvl:0.92) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Fine Arts (imp:1.45) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Biology (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  History and Archeology (imp:1.34) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.22) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:4.00 lvl:3.50) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Near Vision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.25) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Control Precision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Depth Perception (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.50 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Time Sharing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Reaction Time (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Static Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Rate Control (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Night Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.26 lvl:4.73) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.20 lvl:4.14) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.12 lvl:4.97) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.01 lvl:4.21) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.91 lvl:5.26) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Getting Information (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Working with Computers (imp:3.74 lvl:3.77) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.73 lvl:4.97) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.72 lvl:4.88) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.69 lvl:4.67) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Processing Information (imp:3.68 lvl:4.25) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.56 lvl:3.15) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.55 lvl:3.62) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.55 lvl:3.97) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.52 lvl:4.45) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.51 lvl:4.05) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.50 lvl:4.13) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.44 lvl:4.12) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.41 lvl:4.06) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.40 lvl:3.90) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.34 lvl:3.81) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:3.31 lvl:3.78) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.31 lvl:4.03) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.20 lvl:3.49) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.10 lvl:3.63) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:3.08 lvl:3.40) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.99 lvl:3.67) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.99 lvl:3.43) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.98 lvl:3.26) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.86 lvl:2.98) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.79 lvl:2.79) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.69 lvl:3.14) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.65 lvl:2.65) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.54 lvl:2.15) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.38 lvl:2.40) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.37 lvl:2.35) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.36 lvl:2.64) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.34 lvl:2.40) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.28 lvl:2.15) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.06 lvl:1.78) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.83 lvl:1.46) — 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:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.60) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:2.32) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:1.76) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.70) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.43) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Adaptability (imp:1.26) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.23) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Control (imp:1.19) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.97) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.92) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:0.71) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.55) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Innovation (imp:0.46) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Sincerity (imp:0.43) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.39) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.15) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Humility (imp:0.05) — 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.
  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
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.02) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Empathy (imp:-0.08) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Repairing (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Operation and Control (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Persuasion (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Installation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Negotiation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Instructing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.50) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Programming (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 6,940
  annual_median    : $84,890
  annual_pct10     : $50,750
  annual_pct25     : $63,560
  annual_pct75     : $98,850
  annual_pct90     : $116,810
  annual_mean      : $83,300
  hourly_median    : $40.81

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Washington ($122,140)
  lowest_state     : Connecticut ($58,120)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.102x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (29 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    2,720  median: $  86,180
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    1,940  median: $  93,760
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      560  median: $  72,850
  Manufacturing                            emp:      550  median: $  63,560
  Retail Trade                             emp:      240  median: $  62,390
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      220  median: $  77,100
  Construction                             emp:      150  median: $  48,180
  Utilities                                emp:       40  median: $  90,520

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (8 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    2,720  median: $  86,180
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    1,940  median: $  93,760
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      560  median: $  72,850
  Manufacturing                            emp:      550  median: $  63,560
  Retail Trade                             emp:      240  median: $  62,390
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      220  median: $  77,100
  Construction                             emp:      150  median: $  48,180
  Utilities                                emp:       40  median: $  90,520

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
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wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (similarity: 0.2936)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bharat_Heavy_Electricals_Limited
  QID: Q854820
  Extract: Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) is an Indian central public sector undertaking and the largest government-owned electrical/ industrial technology company. It is owned by the Government of India, with administrative control under the Ministry of Heavy Industries. Established in 1964, BHEL is 

  Title: Samsung Electronics (similarity: 0.2917)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_Electronics
  QID: Q20718
  Extract: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a South Korean multinational major appliance and consumer electronics corporation founded in 1969 and headquartered in Yeongtong District, Suwon, South Korea. It is the pinnacle of the Samsung chaebol, accounting for 70% of the group's revenue in 2012, and has played

  Title: PLC technician (similarity: 0.1978)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PLC_technician
  QID: Q24963544
  Extract: PLC technicians design, program, repair, and maintain programmable logic controller (PLC) systems used within manufacturing and service industries ranging from industrial packaging to commercial car washes and traffic lights.

  Title: Westinghouse Electric Corporation (similarity: 0.3455)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Westinghouse_Electric_Corporation
  QID: Q632404
  Extract: The Westinghouse Electric Corporation was an American manufacturing company founded in 1886 by George Westinghouse and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It was originally named "Westinghouse Electric & Manufacturing Company" and was renamed "Westinghouse Electric Corporation" in 1945. Throu

  Title: Nikola Tesla (similarity: 0.1348)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nikola_Tesla
  QID: Q9036
  Extract: Nikola Tesla was a Serbian-American engineer, futurist, and inventor. He is known for his contributions to the design of the modern alternating current (AC) electricity supply system.

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 task descriptions, comprehensive skill and knowledge profiles, and robust wage data from BLS OEWS May 2025. Education distribution and industry employment data provide clear career entry and market context.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T00:16:55.116224+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,899
tokens_output        : 4,750
cost_usd             : $0.052478
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No direct Wikipedia match found for this specialized transportation electronics role. The closest semantic matches relate to large electronics corporations rather than specific occupational descriptions, indicating this is a specialized technical role without prominent general encyclopedia coverage.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers for Transportation Equipment specialize in installing, adjusting, and maintaining sophisticated mobile electronic systems including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance equipment on trains, watercraft, and other mobile platforms. These technicians combine strong mechanical aptitude with advanced electronics knowledge to ensure critical transportation communication systems operate reliably. They work primarily in transportation and government sectors, earning a median annual wage of $84,890 according to BLS OEWS May 2025.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves inspecting and testing electrical systems using visual inspections and specialized testing equipment to locate malfunctions in complex mobile electronics. Technicians spend considerable time splicing wires, soldering connections, and installing new components like fuses, cables, and power sources while referencing detailed schematics and manufacturer specifications. They reassemble and test equipment after repairs, maintaining detailed service records of all work performed. Physical tasks include cutting openings and drilling holes for fixtures using electric drills and routers, as well as adjusting or replacing defective wiring in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning, and safety control systems. Much of the work requires communicating with supervisors and peers about system status and repair procedures.

WHO THRIVES:
Success in this role requires individuals with strong realistic interests who enjoy hands-on technical problem-solving and precise manual work. The high arm-hand steadiness and finger dexterity requirements favor those comfortable with detailed mechanical tasks, while the critical thinking and problem sensitivity needs attract systematic troubleshooters who can diagnose complex electronic failures. Given the importance of transportation safety systems, professionals must demonstrate exceptional dependability, attention to detail, and cautiousness in their work approach. The role suits those who prefer structured environments with clear technical procedures over highly social or entrepreneurial settings.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry typically requires a post-secondary certificate in electronics, electrical technology, or related field, with 47.7% of workers holding such credentials according to education distribution data. Many employers prefer candidates with specialized training in transportation electronics or mobile communications systems. Some positions accept high school graduates (28.3%) who complete on-the-job training programs, while 14.3% hold post-baccalaureate certificates indicating advanced specialization. Job Zone 3 classification indicates medium preparation is needed, typically involving 1-2 years of combined education and experience.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement often leads to senior technician roles, field service management, or specialization in emerging transportation technologies like autonomous vehicle systems. Many professionals transition to related roles such as Avionics Technicians, Electronic Equipment Installers for Motor Vehicles, or Calibration Technologists with additional training. The strong foundation in electronics and transportation systems provides pathways into engineering technician roles or supervisory positions within transportation companies. Government employment opportunities offer additional advancement potential in defense and public transportation sectors.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
With 6,940 workers employed nationally earning a median annual wage of $84,890 (BLS OEWS May 2025), this specialized field offers above-average compensation ranging from $50,750 to $116,810. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Washington state offering the highest wages at $122,140 compared to Connecticut's $58,120, representing a 2.10x ratio. Employment concentrates heavily in Transportation and Warehousing (2,720 workers) and Federal, State, and Local Government (1,940 workers), reflecting the critical infrastructure role these technicians serve. The specialized nature of mobile electronics in transportation suggests steady demand as vehicles and vessels become increasingly sophisticated. Limited workforce size indicates relatively exclusive career opportunities for qualified candidates.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This occupation shows moderate resilience to automation due to the complex problem-solving, manual dexterity, and adaptability required for diagnosing and repairing diverse mobile electronic systems. While diagnostic tools may become more sophisticated, the physical installation, repair, and maintenance work on varied transportation equipment requires human judgment and manual skills that are difficult to automate fully. The increasing complexity of transportation electronics may actually increase demand for skilled technicians capable of servicing advanced systems.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share identical core skills in Critical Thinking (3.6 importance), Active Listening (3.4), and electronics troubleshooting methodologies.
    data: Critical Thinking skill importance 3.6
    data: Electronics repair focus
    data: Testing and inspection activities
  [knowledge_overlap] Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3023.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared high-importance knowledge domains include Engineering and Technology (4.4) and Computers and Electronics (4.2) with similar complexity levels.
    data: Engineering and Technology knowledge 4.4
    data: Computers and Electronics knowledge 4.2
    data: Technical problem-solving focus
  [task_similarity] Avionics Technicians (49-2091.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve installing and maintaining sophisticated electronic communication and navigation systems on mobile transportation platforms.
    data: Navigation system maintenance
    data: Electronic equipment installation
    data: Mobile platform specialization
  [riasec_cluster] Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers (49-2092.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations exhibit strong realistic orientation (R:7.00) emphasizing hands-on mechanical and electrical repair work with similar practical problem-solving approaches.
    data: Realistic RIASEC code dominance
    data: Electrical repair focus
    data: Manual dexterity requirements
  [transferable_skill] Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay (49-2095.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Operations Monitoring (3.2 importance) and Quality Control Analysis (3.2) represent directly transferable skills between electrical repair specializations.
    data: Operations Monitoring skill 3.2
    data: Quality Control Analysis 3.2
    data: Electrical systems expertise
  [wage_band] Calibration Technologists and Technicians (17-3028.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles require precision technical work with electronic equipment and likely fall within similar compensation ranges for specialized technical positions.
    data: Precision technical work
    data: Electronic equipment focus
    data: Specialized skill requirements
  [career_pathway] Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles (49-2096.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Natural career transition pathway as both roles involve mobile electronics installation and repair, with motor vehicle specialization representing sector-specific advancement.
    data: Mobile electronics focus
    data: Installation and repair tasks
    data: Transportation equipment specialization

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['transportation electronics', 'mobile electronics', 'vehicle electronics', 'marine electronics', 'rail electronics', 'navigation systems', 'communication equipment', 'surveillance systems']
  exclude_keywords : ['residential wiring', 'building electrical', 'power generation', 'utility lines', 'stationary equipment']
  title_patterns   : ['transportation equipment', 'mobile electronics', 'vehicle electronics', 'marine electronics', 'transit electronics']
  common_variations: ['electronics installer transportation', 'mobile equipment technician', 'transportation electronics tech', 'vehicle electronics specialist', 'marine electronics installer', 'rail electronics technician', 'transit systems installer', 'mobile communications technician']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'electrical', 'control', 'principles', 'transportation', 'electronics', 'repair', 'materials', 'includes', 'objects', 'problems', 'tools', 'hand', 'electronic', 'ideas', 'needs', 'problem', 'procedures']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  45  0.01612  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:51%  dwas:22%  onet_tasks:13%
tendency                   42  0.01505  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01362  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
electrical                 19  0.00681  dwas                 dwas:47%  onet_tasks:16%  inference:16%
control                    16  0.00573  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  wikipedia:6%
principles                 16  0.00573  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
transportation             15  0.00537  inference            inference:93%  onet_dimensions:7%
electronics                14  0.00502  inference            inference:71%  wikipedia:21%  onet_dimensions:7%
repair                     13  0.00466  dwas                 dwas:38%  onet_tasks:23%  onet_dimensions:15%
materials                  13  0.00466  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  dwas:23%
includes                   12  0.00430  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00430  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problems                   11  0.00394  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  onet_tasks:9%  dwas:9%
tools                      11  0.00394  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:45%  onet_dimensions:45%  inference:9%
hand                       11  0.00394  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  onet_tasks:27%  inference:9%
electronic                 11  0.00394  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  inference:36%  dwas:18%
ideas                      11  0.00394  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                      10  0.00358  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:10%  inference:10%
problem                    10  0.00358  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  inference:30%
procedures                 10  0.00358  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
techniques                 10  0.00358  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00358  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  9  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  wikipedia:11%
resources                   9  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needed                      9  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  dwas:11%  inference:11%
quickly                     9  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                  9  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
components                  8  0.00287  dwas                 dwas:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performance                 8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  dwas:12%
rules                       8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
design                      8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:25%
standards                   8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
physical                    8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
management                  8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
human                       8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
government                  8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  inference:38%  wikipedia:25%
events                      8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00287  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%