[Core] [52% incumbents] Dismantle engines and repair or replace defective parts, such as magnetos, carburetors, or generators.
  DWAs: Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair. | Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. | Repair defective engines or engine components.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Listen to engines, examine vehicle frames, or confer with customers to determine nature and extent of malfunction or damage.
  DWAs: Observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems. | Confer with customers or users to assess problems.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Repair or adjust motorcycle subassemblies, such as forks, transmissions, brakes, or drive chains, according to specifications.
  DWAs: Adjust vehicle components according to specifications. | Repair non-engine automotive or vehicle components.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Remove cylinder heads and grind valves to scrape off carbon and replace defective valves, pistons, cylinders, or rings, using hand and power tools.
  DWAs: Grind parts to required dimensions. | Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Install motorcycle accessories.
  DWAs: Install parts, assemblies, or attachments in transportation or material handling equipment. | Install vehicle parts or accessories.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Mount, balance, change, or check condition or pressure of tires.
  DWAs: Inspect vehicles to determine overall condition. | Adjust vehicle components according to specifications.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Replace defective parts, using hand tools, arbor presses, flexible power presses, or power tools.
  DWAs: Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. | Repair non-engine automotive or vehicle components.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Connect test panels to engines and measure generator output, ignition timing, or other engine performance indicators.
  DWAs: Measure equipment outputs.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Repair or replace other parts, such as headlights, horns, handlebar controls, gasoline or oil tanks, starters, or mufflers.
  DWAs: Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. | Repair non-engine automotive or vehicle components.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Disassemble subassembly units and examine condition, movement, or alignment of parts, visually or using gauges.
  DWAs: Disassemble equipment to inspect for deficiencies.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Reassemble frames and reinstall engines after repairs.
  DWAs: Reassemble equipment after repair. | Install vehicle parts or accessories.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Reassemble and test subassembly units.
  DWAs: Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning. | Assemble mechanical components or machine parts.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Hammer out dents and bends in frames and weld tears and breaks.
  DWAs: Remove dents from equipment, materials, tools or structures. | Operate welding equipment.

[EMERGING:New] Diagnose electrical problems.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Mechanical (imp:4.81 lvl:6.40) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  English Language (imp:3.53 lvl:3.51) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.37 lvl:3.32) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.31 lvl:3.58) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Mathematics (imp:3.13 lvl:3.34) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Education and Training (imp:3.08 lvl:3.32) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.52 lvl:2.29) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.44 lvl:2.02) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Physics (imp:2.41 lvl:2.83) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Transportation (imp:2.41 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Production and Processing (imp:2.37 lvl:2.36) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.36 lvl:2.01) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Law and Government (imp:2.36 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Design (imp:2.28 lvl:2.11) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Administrative (imp:2.25 lvl:1.51) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.96 lvl:1.92) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Chemistry (imp:1.95 lvl:1.83) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Administration and Management (imp:1.89 lvl:2.11) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Communications and Media (imp:1.76 lvl:1.26) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Foreign Language (imp:1.58) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Telecommunications (imp:1.55 lvl:1.02) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.44) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Geography (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.34 lvl:0.59) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Building and Construction (imp:1.30) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Biology (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Psychology (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Food Production (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.06) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.06) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Fine Arts (imp:1.05) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:1.05) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi

--- ABILITIES ---
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.88 lvl:3.25) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  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
  Control Precision (imp:3.62 lvl:3.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Oral Expression (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Visualization (imp:3.12 lvl:4.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Static Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Originality (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  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:3.12) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Depth Perception (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Far Vision (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Memorization (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Reaction Time (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Number Facility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Sound Localization (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Rate Control (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Night Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:4.51 lvl:4.52) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.47 lvl:4.85) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.34 lvl:4.42) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.34 lvl:4.48) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:4.34 lvl:5.32) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Getting Information (imp:4.30 lvl:4.08) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.22 lvl:5.89) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.19 lvl:5.17) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.19 lvl:4.97) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.17 lvl:3.71) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.08 lvl:4.10) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.03 lvl:4.88) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.96 lvl:4.95) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.78 lvl:3.48) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Working with Computers (imp:3.77 lvl:4.51) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.74 lvl:4.25) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.74 lvl:4.11) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:3.74 lvl:4.37) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Processing Information (imp:3.72 lvl:3.93) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.68 lvl:4.38) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.62 lvl:3.71) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.61 lvl:3.45) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.49 lvl:3.91) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.41 lvl:3.34) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.39 lvl:4.16) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.32 lvl:4.16) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:3.30 lvl:3.87) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.20 lvl:3.43) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.19 lvl:3.52) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.05 lvl:3.24) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.00 lvl:3.45) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.98 lvl:3.07) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.98 lvl:3.27) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.83 lvl:2.64) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.81 lvl:2.95) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.79 lvl:3.20) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.68 lvl:2.89) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.48 lvl:2.35) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.45 lvl:2.20) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.00) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.71) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.47) — 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
  Perseverance (imp:1.64) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Cautiousness (imp:1.63) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.27) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.09) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Integrity (imp:1.06) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.82) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Adaptability (imp:0.81) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.79) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Self-Control (imp:0.75) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cooperation (imp:0.73) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.72) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Innovation (imp:0.67) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Sincerity (imp:0.55) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.41) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:0.25) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.24) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:0.21) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  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
  Humility (imp:-0.10) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.19) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — 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
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  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.
  Equipment Selection (imp:3.00 lvl:2.25) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Instructing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Persuasion (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  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:2.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Negotiation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  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:1.38 lvl:0.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Programming (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 13,510
  annual_median    : $48,580
  annual_pct10     : $34,770
  annual_pct25     : $39,550
  annual_pct75     : $61,510
  annual_pct90     : $74,400
  annual_mean      : $52,370
  hourly_median    : $23.35

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : New Hampshire ($62,890)
  lowest_state     : West Virginia ($37,450)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.679x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (45 total) ---
  Retail Trade                             emp:   11,670  median: $  48,660
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,490  median: $  47,990
  Manufacturing                            emp:      220  median: $  40,980
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:       70  median: $  43,710

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (4 total) ---
  Retail Trade                             emp:   11,670  median: $  48,660
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,490  median: $  47,990
  Manufacturing                            emp:      220  median: $  40,980
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:       70  median: $  43,710

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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
Motorcycle Mechanics (Motorcycle, Scooter and Three-Wheeler Mechanics, also known as MM) was a British monthly magazine founded in 1959 under Mercury House Publications. With the strapline "The illustrated how-to-do-it magazine", it initially concentrated on the practicalities of owning motorcycles as a domestic form of transport with a focus on home maintenance and repairs. 
Published between 1959 and 1983, many copies carried the announcements:  World's largest sale and Largest sale. When founding-editor Robert F Webb moved on in early 1962, successor editor Charles E Deane's message in June 1962 proudly proclaimed that, in three years from a new start, they had achieved the world's largest net sale of any motorcycle magazine.
As with other motorcycling periodicals, MM moved with the times, changing its name and format to suit readership requirements and fashion and technology advancements, along with a change of ownership in 1974.
In 1972 the masthead was reformatted to Motor Cycle Mechanics (MCM), then reverted to Motorcycle Mechanics, followed by a brief spell as Mechanics & The Biker when it joined with sister publication The Biker.
In 1982 it became known as simply Mechanics, with the final edition in March 1983, from when it became known by the title of Performance Bikes which initially carried the cover-masthead Performance Bikes & Mechanics. 
The publication had a long association with the journalist John Robinson, who had been with the magazine from 1968, then with Performance Bikes until his death in 2001.


== References ==

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Vincent Motorcycles (similarity: 0.5641)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vincent_Motorcycles
  QID: Q1483061
  Extract: Vincent Motorcycles was a British manufacturer of motorcycles from 1928 to 1955. The business was established by Philip Vincent who bought an existing manufacturing name HRD, initially renaming it as Vincent HRD, producing his own motorcycles as HRD did previously with engines purchased as complete 

  Title: Honda CB500 Four (similarity: 0.1667)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_CB500_Four
  QID: Q362000
  Extract: The Honda CB500 Four is a standard 498 cc (30.4 cu in), air-cooled, 8-valve, SOHC, transverse inline-four motorcycle made by Honda from 1971 to 1978. It was introduced at the London Racing and Sporting Motorcycle Show in February 1972, and sold in the US market until 1973, replaced by the CB550 in t

  Title: LeRoi Moore (similarity: 0.3226)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LeRoi_Moore
  QID: Q1809697
  Extract: LeRoi Holloway Moore was an American saxophonist. He was a founding member of the Dave Matthews Band. Moore often arranged music for songs written by Dave Matthews. Moore also co-wrote many of the band's songs, notably "Too Much" and "Stay ".

  Title: Ambulance (similarity: 0.3448)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ambulance
  QID: Q180481
  Extract: An ambulance is a medically equipped vehicle used to transport patients to treatment facilities, such as hospitals. Typically, out-of-hospital medical care is provided to the patient during the transport. Ambulances are used to respond to medical emergencies by emergency medical services (EMS), and 

  Title: Tire changer (similarity: 0.5000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tire_changer
  QID: Q4524081
  Extract: A tire changer is a machine used to help tire technicians dismount and mount tires with automobile wheels. After the wheel and tire assembly are removed from the automobile, the tire changer has all the components necessary to remove and replace the tire from the wheel. Different tire changers allow

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inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : High confidence supported by comprehensive O*NET data including detailed task descriptions, skills, knowledge areas, and wage data from BLS OEWS May 2025. Education distribution and industry employment data provide clear career entry and market context.
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wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : Motorcycle Mechanics (magazine)
wikipedia_note       : The Wikipedia match refers to a British magazine rather than the occupation, though it focused on motorcycle maintenance and repairs which aligns with the profession's core activities. No direct occupational definition was available from Wikipedia sources.

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ROLE SUMMARY:
Motorcycle Mechanics diagnose, adjust, repair, and overhaul motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, dirt bikes, and similar motorized vehicles. They dismantle engines, replace defective parts like magnetos and carburetors, and perform comprehensive maintenance on motorcycle subassemblies including forks, transmissions, and brakes. These skilled technicians combine mechanical expertise with customer service, using both hand tools and sophisticated diagnostic equipment to keep recreational and commuter motorcycles operating safely.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves listening to engines and examining vehicle frames to diagnose problems, often conferring with customers to understand the nature and extent of malfunctions. They dismantle engines to repair or replace components like magnetos, carburetors, pistons, and cylinders, using hand tools, arbor presses, and power tools. Time is spent adjusting motorcycle subassemblies such as forks, transmissions, brakes, and drive chains according to manufacturer specifications. They connect test panels to engines to measure performance indicators like generator output and ignition timing. Additional duties include mounting and balancing tires, installing motorcycle accessories, and repairing electrical components, headlights, and other systems.

WHO THRIVES:
This role attracts individuals with strong realistic interests who enjoy hands-on problem-solving and mechanical work. Success requires excellent manual and finger dexterity for precise repair work, combined with strong deductive and inductive reasoning abilities to diagnose complex mechanical problems. Those who thrive demonstrate high attention to detail and dependability, as safety-critical repairs demand accuracy and reliability. The work appeals to people who enjoy continuous learning about evolving motorcycle technologies and take satisfaction in restoring vehicles to optimal performance.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most motorcycle mechanics enter through post-secondary certificate programs (59.6% of workers), typically in motorcycle technology, small engine repair, or automotive technology, though some begin with just a high school diploma (25.7%). Many gain experience through apprenticeships at motorcycle dealerships or independent repair shops. Hands-on training with specific motorcycle brands and diagnostic equipment is essential, often provided by employers or motorcycle manufacturers.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced mechanics can advance to shop supervisors, service managers, or open independent repair businesses specializing in particular motorcycle brands or custom builds. Some transition into related fields like automotive service, small engine repair, or heavy equipment maintenance. Others may pursue roles in motorcycle sales, parts management, or technical training, leveraging their deep mechanical knowledge and customer interaction experience.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 13,510 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $48,580 (BLS OEWS May 2025), ranging from $34,770 to $74,400. Geographic variation is significant, with New Hampshire offering the highest wages at $62,890 compared to West Virginia's $37,450. The majority of positions (11,670) are in retail trade, primarily motorcycle dealerships, with additional opportunities in other services and manufacturing. Demand correlates with recreational vehicle sales and the growing popularity of motorcycles for both recreation and urban commuting.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Motorcycle repair remains largely resistant to automation due to the complex problem-solving, manual dexterity, and customer interaction required. While diagnostic equipment continues advancing, the core work activities of inspecting, repairing, and maintaining mechanical equipment demand human expertise and adaptability that cannot be easily automated.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics (49-3023.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share critical mechanical knowledge (4.8 importance) and repairing/troubleshooting transferable skills (3.9 level).
    data: Mechanical knowledge 4.8 importance
    data: Troubleshooting skill 3.9 level
    data: Repairing skill 3.9 level
  [task_similarity] Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics (49-3053.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve dismantling engines, replacing defective parts, and performing equipment maintenance on small motorized vehicles.
    data: Dismantle engines and repair defective parts
    data: Equipment Maintenance skill 3.5 level
    data: Small engine focus
  [riasec_cluster] Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians (49-3051.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations have strong Realistic orientation (R:7.00) and moderate Conventional elements, reflecting hands-on mechanical work preferences.
    data: Realistic RIASEC 7.00
    data: Manual Dexterity ability 3.9 importance
    data: Mechanical equipment repair
  [job_zone] Bicycle Repairers (49-3091.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations require Job Zone 3 medium preparation with similar post-secondary certificate education paths and mechanical skills.
    data: Job Zone 3 preparation level
    data: Post-secondary certificate 59.6%
    data: Vehicle repair focus
  [wage_band] Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (49-3031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar median wage ranges in transportation equipment repair sector with comparable mechanical knowledge requirements.
    data: Median wage $48,580
    data: Transportation equipment focus
    data: Mechanical knowledge emphasis

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['motorcycle mechanic', 'bike technician', 'motorcycle repair', 'dirt bike mechanic', 'atv technician', 'motor scooter mechanic', 'motorcycle fabricator', 'motorcycle repairer']
  exclude_keywords : ['automotive general', 'heavy truck', 'aircraft mechanic', 'bicycle only', 'marine mechanic']
  title_patterns   : ['.*motorcycle.*mechanic', '.*bike.*technician', '.*atv.*tech', '.*motor.*scooter.*repair', '.*dirt.*bike.*mechanic']
  common_variations: ['motorcycle technician', 'bike mechanic', 'atv mechanic', 'motor bike technician', 'scooter technician', 'motorcycle service tech', 'powersports technician', 'motorcycle specialist']

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TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
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others                     40  0.01368  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  wikipedia:2%  inference:2%
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motorcycle                 23  0.00787  inference            inference:65%  wikipedia:26%  onet_tasks:9%
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mechanical                 16  0.00547  dwas                 dwas:38%  onet_dimensions:31%  inference:31%
principles                 16  0.00547  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problems                   14  0.00479  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  dwas:14%  inference:14%
performance                13  0.00445  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:54%  wikipedia:23%  inference:15%
replace                    12  0.00411  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  dwas:33%  wikipedia:17%
vehicle                    12  0.00411  dwas                 dwas:58%  inference:17%  onet_tasks:8%
tools                      12  0.00411  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:42%  onet_tasks:25%  inference:25%
includes                   12  0.00411  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    12  0.00411  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00411  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
engines                    11  0.00376  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:36%  inference:36%  wikipedia:18%
hand                       11  0.00376  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  onet_tasks:18%  inference:18%
materials                  11  0.00376  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  dwas:9%
ideas                      11  0.00376  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 11  0.00376  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  inference:18%
techniques                 10  0.00342  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00342  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
components                 10  0.00342  dwas                 dwas:70%  inference:20%  wikipedia:10%
mechanics                  10  0.00342  wikipedia            wikipedia:70%  inference:30%
tire                       10  0.00342  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
defective                   9  0.00308  dwas                 dwas:56%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:11%
problem                     9  0.00308  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
maintenance                 9  0.00308  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  inference:33%  dwas:11%
production                  9  0.00308  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  wikipedia:11%
resources                   9  0.00308  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00308  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00308  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
motorcycles                 9  0.00308  wikipedia            wikipedia:67%  inference:33%
understand                  8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
services                    8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:12%  inference:12%
standards                   8  0.00274  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%