[Core] [68% incumbents] Install equipment and accessories, such as stereos, navigation equipment, communication equipment, and security systems.
  DWAs: Install audio or communications equipment.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Inspect and test electrical or electronic systems to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections and testing instruments, such as oscilloscopes and voltmeters.
  DWAs: Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects. | Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures and equipment, using electric drills and routers.
  DWAs: Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures and equipment.
  DWAs: Connect electrical components or equipment. | Solder parts or connections between parts.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Remove seats, carpeting, and interiors of doors and add sound-absorbing material in empty spaces, reinstalling interior parts.
  DWAs: Install insulation in equipment or structures. | Install vehicle parts or accessories. | Remove parts or components from vehicles.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Estimate costs of repairs, based on parts and labor charges.
  DWAs: Estimate costs for labor or materials.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Replace and clean electrical or electronic components.
  DWAs: Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order. | Repair electrical components.

[Core] [68% incumbents] Build fiberglass or wooden enclosures for sound components, and fit them to automobile dimensions.
  DWAs: Fabricate parts or components.

[Core] [67% incumbents] Diagnose or repair problems with electronic equipment, such as sound, navigation, communication, and security equipment, in motor vehicles.
  DWAs: Repair electronic equipment.

[Core] [67% incumbents] Run new speaker and electrical cables.
  DWAs: Lay cables to connect equipment.

[Core] [67% incumbents] Confer with customers to determine the nature of malfunctions.
  DWAs: Confer with customers or users to assess problems.

[Core] [67% incumbents] Record results of diagnostic tests.
  DWAs: Document test results.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — 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.
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Writing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Mechanical (imp:4.08 lvl:4.83) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Computers and Electronics (imp:4.03 lvl:4.35) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.56 lvl:3.09) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Mathematics (imp:3.56 lvl:4.18) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  English Language (imp:3.32 lvl:2.92) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Engineering and Technology (imp:3.21 lvl:3.63) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Education and Training (imp:3.11 lvl:3.35) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administration and Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.92) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.82 lvl:2.41) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Design (imp:2.69 lvl:3.22) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.54 lvl:2.14) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Transportation (imp:2.42 lvl:1.86) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Building and Construction (imp:2.39 lvl:1.96) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Administrative (imp:2.19 lvl:1.50) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Communications and Media (imp:2.17 lvl:1.43) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Physics (imp:2.14 lvl:1.98) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Telecommunications (imp:2.06 lvl:1.54) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.01 lvl:1.31) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Chemistry (imp:2.01 lvl:1.90) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.82 lvl:0.92) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Production and Processing (imp:1.72 lvl:1.06) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Law and Government (imp:1.49) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Foreign Language (imp:1.36 lvl:0.87) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Psychology (imp:1.34) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.31) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.26) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.14) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  History and Archeology (imp:1.14) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Geography (imp:1.08) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Biology (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Near Vision (imp:3.88 lvl:3.50) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.12) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Visualization (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.50 lvl:3.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Selective Attention (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Oral Expression (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Control Precision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Time Sharing (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  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 Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  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
  Originality (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Reaction Time (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Sound Localization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Depth Perception (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Response Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Rate Control (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Night Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.75 lvl:3.32) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.57 lvl:4.73) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.56 lvl:2.87) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.51 lvl:5.72) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.38 lvl:6.09) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Working with Computers (imp:3.96 lvl:3.99) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.82 lvl:2.75) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Processing Information (imp:3.79 lvl:4.03) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.79 lvl:4.79) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.76 lvl:4.53) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.72 lvl:4.23) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.69 lvl:4.10) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.67 lvl:5.09) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.64 lvl:3.04) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.58 lvl:3.80) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.57 lvl:3.21) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.57 lvl:3.51) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.49 lvl:2.95) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.48 lvl:3.50) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.48 lvl:2.99) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:3.47 lvl:4.30) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.45 lvl:4.37) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.41 lvl:3.68) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.40 lvl:3.85) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.34 lvl:2.45) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.34 lvl:3.57) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.33 lvl:2.87) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.28 lvl:3.22) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:3.25 lvl:3.89) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.21 lvl:2.59) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.17 lvl:2.39) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.07 lvl:3.14) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:3.07 lvl:2.84) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.97 lvl:2.90) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.89 lvl:4.00) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.80 lvl:2.62) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.78 lvl:2.47) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.73 lvl:3.41) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.58 lvl:1.92) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.87 lvl:1.53) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.74 lvl:1.30) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.44) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.19) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.63) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Perseverance (imp:1.43) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Integrity (imp:1.34) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.18) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Adaptability (imp:1.05) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.02) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.89) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Self-Control (imp:0.85) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Innovation (imp:0.75) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.75) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:0.75) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.74) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Social Orientation (imp:0.65) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.60) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Optimism (imp:0.32) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.25) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Empathy (imp:0.12) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:0.08) — 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.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  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:-0.11) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Installation (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Time Management (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Equipment Selection (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Persuasion (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Instructing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.38 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 
  Technology Design (imp:2.12 lvl:1.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.25) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Programming (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 8,550
  annual_median    : $48,420
  annual_pct10     : $35,590
  annual_pct25     : $43,310
  annual_pct75     : $58,500
  annual_pct90     : $70,170
  annual_mean      : $51,560
  hourly_median    : $23.28

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Kentucky ($64,570)
  lowest_state     : Pennsylvania ($26,640)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.424x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (39 total) ---
  Retail Trade                             emp:    4,210  median: $  46,560
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,650  median: $  49,720
  Manufacturing                            emp:    1,300  median: $  56,100
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      530  median: $  45,630
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      250  median: $  77,680
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      150  median: $  50,300
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      110  median: $  58,240
  Information                              emp:      100  median: $  65,060
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       40  median: $  57,000

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (9 total) ---
  Retail Trade                             emp:    4,210  median: $  46,560
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,650  median: $  49,720
  Manufacturing                            emp:    1,300  median: $  56,100
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      530  median: $  45,630
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      250  median: $  77,680
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      150  median: $  50,300
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      110  median: $  58,240
  Information                              emp:      100  median: $  65,060
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       40  median: $  57,000

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  Title: Right to repair (similarity: 0.3158)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Right_to_repair
  QID: Q108837947
  Extract: 
Right to repair is a legal right for owners of devices and equipment to freely maintain, repair, or modify products such as automobiles, electronics, and farm equipment.

  Title: Vehicle insurance (similarity: 0.2051)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vehicle_insurance
  QID: Q1068361
  Extract: Vehicle insurance is insurance for cars, trucks, motorcycles, and other road vehicles. Its primary use is to provide financial protection against physical damage or bodily injury resulting from traffic collisions and against liability that could also arise from incidents in a vehicle. Vehicle insura

  Title: Traffic collision (similarity: 0.2308)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traffic_collision
  QID: Q9687
  Extract: A traffic collision, also known as a motor vehicle collision or car crash, occurs when a vehicle collides with another vehicle, pedestrian, animal, road debris, or other moving or stationary obstruction, such as a tree, boulder, pole, or structure. Traffic collisions often result in injury, disabili

  Title: List of equipment of the Canadian Armed Forces (similarity: 0.4673)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_equipment_of_the_Canadian_Armed_Forces
  QID: Q2384308
  Extract: 
This is a list of equipment currently in use by the Canadian Armed Forces. It includes the land equipment in use by the Canadian Army and Primary Reserve, the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command, the Canadian Joint Operations Command, the Royal Canadian Navy, and the Royal Canadian Air Force

  Title: Tesla, Inc. (similarity: 0.1667)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tesla%2C_Inc.
  QID: Q478214
  Extract: Tesla, Inc. is an American multinational automotive and clean energy company. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, it designs, manufactures, and sells battery electric vehicles (BEVs), stationary battery energy storage devices from home to grid-scale, solar panels and solar shingles, and related products

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : High confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data including detailed work activities, skills, knowledge areas, and related occupations. Rich task descriptions provide clear picture of day-to-day responsibilities. BLS wage data from May 2025 provides current market intelligence.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T00:20:03.045366+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,686
tokens_output        : 4,428
cost_usd             : $0.048635
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for this specific occupation. The closest semantic match was 'List of equipment of the Canadian Armed Forces' with 0.467 similarity, which provides limited contextual relevance.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers for Motor Vehicles install, diagnose, and repair communications, sound, security, and navigation equipment in cars, trucks, and other vehicles. These skilled technicians work with stereos, GPS systems, security alarms, hands-free phone systems, and backup cameras, requiring both mechanical and electronic expertise. They typically work in automotive shops, electronics retail stores, or specialized installation centers.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves installing aftermarket electronics like stereo systems and navigation equipment, cutting openings and drilling holes for new fixtures using electric drills and routers. Technicians splice wires with cutting tools and solder connections to integrate equipment with vehicle electrical systems. They remove seats, carpeting, and door panels to run new speaker cables and install sound-absorbing materials. Diagnosis work includes using visual inspections and testing equipment to locate electrical malfunctions. They also estimate repair costs based on parts and labor, and may build custom fiberglass or wooden enclosures for sound components fitted to specific vehicle dimensions.

WHO THRIVES:
This role attracts individuals with strong Realistic interests who enjoy hands-on problem-solving and working with tools and electronic equipment. Success requires excellent arm-hand steadiness and finger dexterity for precision work in tight vehicle spaces, along with keen visual abilities including color discrimination to identify wire codes. Those who thrive demonstrate strong problem sensitivity to detect issues early, combined with deductive reasoning skills to systematically diagnose complex electronic problems. Attention to detail is critical, as is dependability when working on expensive customer vehicles. The role suits people who enjoy continuous learning about evolving automotive and electronic technologies.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require a post-secondary certificate in automotive technology, electronics, or a related field (47.4% of workers), though some enter with just a high school diploma and on-the-job training (44.8%). Vocational training programs typically cover automotive electrical systems, electronics fundamentals, and installation techniques. Some employers prefer candidates with prior experience in automotive repair or electronics, and professional certifications from equipment manufacturers can enhance job prospects.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement often leads to supervisory roles overseeing installation teams or opening independent custom electronics shops specializing in high-end vehicle modifications. Experienced technicians may transition to related fields like automotive service management, electronics sales, or specialized roles in transportation equipment repair. Some advance to become trainers for equipment manufacturers or pursue opportunities in related sectors like marine electronics or heavy equipment installation.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 8,550 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $48,420, ranging from $35,590 to $70,170 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Kentucky offering the highest median at $64,570 compared to Pennsylvania's $26,640, representing a 2.42x difference. Employment is concentrated in retail trade (4,210 workers), other services (1,650), and manufacturing (1,300). The growing complexity of vehicle electronics and consumer demand for aftermarket upgrades supports steady demand for these specialists. Remote work is not applicable as this role requires physical presence for hands-on installation and repair tasks.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This occupation has moderate resistance to automation due to the highly variable physical environments within different vehicle models and the need for creative problem-solving during installations. While diagnostic equipment continues to advance, the core activities of handling and moving objects, making decisions about custom installations, and working in confined vehicle spaces require human dexterity and spatial reasoning that remain difficult to automate.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment (49-2093.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share high mechanical knowledge (4.1+ importance) and troubleshooting skills (3.6+ importance) for electrical systems in transportation contexts.
    data: Mechanical knowledge importance 4.1
    data: Troubleshooting skills importance 3.6
    data: Transportation equipment focus
  [knowledge_overlap] Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics (49-3023.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared mechanical knowledge (4.1 importance) and customer service requirements (3.6 importance) in automotive service environments.
    data: Mechanical knowledge 4.1 importance
    data: Customer service 3.6 importance
    data: Automotive industry focus
  [task_similarity] Audiovisual Equipment Installers and Repairers (49-2097.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both install and repair electronic equipment requiring similar installation and troubleshooting transferable skills (3.2-3.6 importance).
    data: Installation skills 3.2 importance
    data: Troubleshooting 3.6 importance
    data: Electronic equipment focus
  [riasec_cluster] Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers (49-2098.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations share strong Realistic orientation (7.00) combined with Conventional traits for systematic installation procedures.
    data: Realistic RIASEC score 7.00
    data: Installation-focused work activities
    data: Electronic systems specialization
  [transferable_skill] Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers (49-2092.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared core transferable skills in repairing (3.6 importance) and equipment maintenance (3.2 importance) across electrical systems.
    data: Repairing skills 3.6 importance
    data: Equipment maintenance 3.2 importance
    data: Electrical systems knowledge
  [job_zone] Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment (49-2094.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require Job Zone 3 medium preparation with similar computers and electronics knowledge (4.0+ importance) and technical skill requirements.
    data: Job Zone 3 classification
    data: Computers and electronics knowledge 4.0 importance
    data: Technical repair focus

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['car audio installer', 'automotive electronics', 'vehicle stereo', 'car alarm installer', 'auto electrician', 'electronic equipment installer', 'car electronics installer', 'automotive technician']
  exclude_keywords : ['general automotive repair', 'engine repair', 'transmission work', 'body repair', 'painting']
  title_patterns   : ['*audio installer', 'car*installer', 'auto*electronics', '*equipment installer', 'automotive*technician']
  common_variations: ['car stereo installer', 'auto radio technician', 'vehicle electronics specialist', 'automotive audio installer', 'car alarm technician', 'mobile electronics installer', 'automotive electrical installer', 'vehicle accessory installer']

total_terms    : 40
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source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  54  0.01961  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:43%  inference:22%  dwas:15%
tendency                   42  0.01525  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01380  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
vehicle                    19  0.00690  wikipedia            wikipedia:53%  inference:37%  onet_dimensions:5%
principles                 16  0.00581  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
electronic                 15  0.00545  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:33%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:20%
includes                   14  0.00508  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  wikipedia:7%  inference:7%
objects                    14  0.00508  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  wikipedia:7%  inference:7%
repair                     13  0.00472  inference            inference:38%  dwas:23%  onet_dimensions:15%
materials                  13  0.00472  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  dwas:15%  inference:8%
electrical                 12  0.00436  dwas                 dwas:33%  onet_tasks:25%  inference:25%
problems                   12  0.00436  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:8%  dwas:8%
control                    12  0.00436  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
sound                      11  0.00399  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  onet_tasks:27%  inference:27%
vehicles                   11  0.00399  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:36%  inference:27%  wikipedia:18%
electronics                11  0.00399  inference            inference:82%  onet_dimensions:9%  wikipedia:9%
techniques                 11  0.00399  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00399  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                    10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  inference:30%
body                       10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
resources                   9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
moving                      9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  wikipedia:11%  inference:11%
physical                    9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:22%  wikipedia:11%
events                      9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  wikipedia:11%
quickly                     9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
costs                       8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:12%  dwas:12%
attention                   8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:12%  inference:12%
needs                       8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                  8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
tools                       8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:25%  dwas:12%
services                    8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:12%  inference:12%
standards                   8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
management                  8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
human                       8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
operations                  8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:25%