[Core] [61% incumbents] Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
  DWAs: Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
  DWAs: Reassemble equipment after repair.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specified procedures.
  DWAs: Lubricate equipment to allow proper functioning.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.
  DWAs: Confer with coworkers to resolve equipment problems.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
  DWAs: Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs.
  DWAs: Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear. | Test mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning. | Communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Collect and discard worn machine parts and other refuse to maintain machinery and work areas.
  DWAs: Clean work areas.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
  DWAs: Maintain repair or maintenance records.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
  DWAs: Install machine or equipment replacement parts.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Set up and operate machines, and adjust controls to regulate operations.
  DWAs: Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
  DWAs: Observe equipment in operation to detect potential problems.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Transport machine parts, tools, equipment, and other material between work areas and storage, using cranes, hoists, or dollies.
  DWAs: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Inventory and requisition machine parts, equipment, and other supplies so that stock can be maintained and replenished.
  DWAs: Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products. | Order materials, supplies, or equipment.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Remove hardened material from machines or machine parts, using abrasives, power and hand tools, jackhammers, sledgehammers, or other equipment.
  DWAs: Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment.
  DWAs: Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Replace or repair metal, wood, leather, glass, or other lining in machines, or in equipment compartments or containers.
  DWAs: Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. | Repair worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Replace, empty, or replenish machine and equipment containers such as gas tanks or boxes.
  DWAs: Position containers to receive materials or workpieces.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Measure, mix, prepare, and test chemical solutions used to clean or repair machinery and equipment.
  DWAs: Test fluids to identify contamination or other problems. | Prepare compounds or solutions to be used for repairs.

[EMERGING:New] Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, or mechanical equipment and machines.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Speaking (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Writing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Mechanical (imp:4.54 lvl:5.82) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Production and Processing (imp:3.37 lvl:3.45) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Administration and Management (imp:3.23 lvl:3.16) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  English Language (imp:3.05 lvl:3.37) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Design (imp:3.04 lvl:3.64) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Education and Training (imp:2.99 lvl:3.44) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.90 lvl:2.86) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Mathematics (imp:2.79 lvl:3.00) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.54 lvl:2.43) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.38 lvl:2.63) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Chemistry (imp:2.26 lvl:2.46) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Physics (imp:2.22 lvl:2.31) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Administrative (imp:2.09 lvl:2.19) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.04 lvl:1.70) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Building and Construction (imp:1.98 lvl:2.19) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Law and Government (imp:1.96 lvl:2.08) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Psychology (imp:1.78 lvl:1.72) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Communications and Media (imp:1.71 lvl:1.64) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Telecommunications (imp:1.69 lvl:1.30) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.65) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.64 lvl:1.21) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Transportation (imp:1.58 lvl:0.88) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Geography (imp:1.38) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Biology (imp:1.35) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  History and Archeology (imp:1.30) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.29 lvl:0.48) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.27 lvl:0.76) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.24 lvl:0.45) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.19) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Food Production (imp:1.08) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.05) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:4.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Near Vision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Control Precision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Visualization (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Information Ordering (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Static Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Oral Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Reaction Time (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.75 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Time Sharing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Depth Perception (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Rate Control (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Originality (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Stamina (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Response Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Night Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — 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 ---
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:4.34 lvl:5.15) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.18 lvl:4.04) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.17 lvl:5.56) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Getting Information (imp:4.07 lvl:2.76) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.92 lvl:3.05) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.92 lvl:4.27) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.75 lvl:4.35) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.71 lvl:5.35) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:3.70 lvl:4.40) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.64 lvl:4.64) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.62 lvl:4.69) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.55 lvl:3.44) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.52 lvl:4.05) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.51 lvl:3.39) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.41 lvl:4.32) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.31 lvl:4.14) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.26 lvl:3.10) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.20 lvl:3.66) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.18 lvl:4.09) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.16 lvl:3.17) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Working with Computers (imp:3.03 lvl:3.12) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.99 lvl:3.45) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.95 lvl:2.92) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.89 lvl:3.68) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.87 lvl:3.00) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.79 lvl:2.77) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.79 lvl:2.93) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Processing Information (imp:2.72 lvl:2.31) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.68 lvl:2.83) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.67 lvl:2.73) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.66 lvl:2.77) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.61 lvl:3.51) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.60 lvl:2.25) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.54 lvl:2.66) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.48 lvl:2.29) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.36 lvl:2.55) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.08 lvl:2.03) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.95 lvl:1.76) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.93 lvl:1.70) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.76 lvl:1.00) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.48) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.50) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.19) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.89) — 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 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.19) — 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.
  Integrity (imp:0.94) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cooperation (imp:0.92) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.82) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Control (imp:0.80) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.62) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.60) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Adaptability (imp:0.59) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Initiative (imp:0.53) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:0.27) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Social Orientation (imp:0.11) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.07) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  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
  Empathy (imp:-0.06) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.20) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.23) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.40) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.75 lvl:3.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Operation and Control (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Installation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Persuasion (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Programming (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 60,020
  annual_median    : $60,850
  annual_pct10     : $42,000
  annual_pct25     : $48,920
  annual_pct75     : $75,200
  annual_pct90     : $88,550
  annual_mean      : $64,610
  hourly_median    : $29.25

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Wyoming ($84,620)
  lowest_state     : New Mexico ($36,240)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.335x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (47 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   32,470  median: $  61,790
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    5,730  median: $  58,250
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    5,550  median: $  61,810
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    2,690  median: $  68,070
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    2,090  median: $  51,230
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    1,890  median: $  63,160
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,880  median: $  57,920
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:    1,840  median: $  48,270
  Construction                             emp:    1,690  median: $  64,080
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      960  median: $  73,880

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (18 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   32,470  median: $  61,790
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    5,730  median: $  58,250
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:    5,550  median: $  61,810
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:    2,690  median: $  68,070
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    2,090  median: $  51,230
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    1,890  median: $  63,160
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,880  median: $  57,920
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:    1,840  median: $  48,270
  Construction                             emp:    1,690  median: $  64,080
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      960  median: $  73,880

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T22:58:09.320359Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Maintenance (similarity: 0.5366)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maintenance
  QID: Q1043452
  Extract: The technical meaning of maintenance involves functional checks, servicing, repairing or replacing of necessary devices, equipment, machinery, building infrastructure and supporting utilities in industrial, business, and residential installations. Terms such as "predictive" or "planned" maintenance 

  Title: Packaging machinery (similarity: 0.5306)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Packaging_machinery
  QID: Q18385922
  Extract: Packaging machinery is used throughout all packaging operations, involving primary packages to distribution packs. This includes many packaging processes: fabrication, cleaning, filling, sealing, combining, labeling, overwrapping, palletizing.

  Title: Reliability-centered maintenance (similarity: 0.3548)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reliability-centered_maintenance
  QID: Q1755670
  Extract: Reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) is a concept of maintenance planning to ensure that systems continue to do what their users require in their present operating context. Successful implementation of RCM will lead to increase in cost effectiveness, reliability, machine uptime, and a greater unde

  Title: Total productive maintenance (similarity: 0.3793)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Total_productive_maintenance
  QID: Q1757670
  Extract: Total productive maintenance (TPM) started as a method of physical asset management, focused on maintaining and improving manufacturing machinery in order to reduce the operating cost to an organization. After the PM award was created and awarded to Nippon Denso in 1971, the JIPM, expanded it to inc

  Title: Heavy equipment (similarity: 0.1333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heavy_equipment
  QID: Q874311
  Extract: Heavy equipment, heavy machinery, earthmovers, construction vehicles, or construction equipment, refers to heavy-duty vehicles specially designed to execute construction tasks, most frequently involving earthwork operations or other large construction tasks. Heavy equipment usually comprises five eq

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 work activities, comprehensive skill and knowledge profiles, robust wage data from BLS OEWS May 2025, and clear industry employment distribution patterns.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T00:40:54.357250+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,773
tokens_output        : 4,348
cost_usd             : $0.047593
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for this specialized maintenance role. The closest semantic match 'Maintenance' provides general context about functional checks and servicing activities that align with this occupation's core responsibilities.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Maintenance Workers, Machinery are skilled technicians who perform routine maintenance, lubrication, parts replacement, and repair work on industrial machinery and equipment to ensure optimal operational performance. They disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble mechanical systems while maintaining detailed records of their maintenance activities. These workers are essential for preventing equipment downtime and extending machinery lifespan across manufacturing, transportation, and industrial facilities.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A machinery maintenance worker begins their day by reading work orders and specifications to identify equipment requiring attention, then inspects machines for defects, damage, or wear patterns. They dismantle machinery using hand tools, chain falls, and hoists to access internal components for repair or replacement. Throughout the day, they lubricate moving parts, install new components according to production specifications, and adjust controls to regulate machine operations. They collaborate with coworkers to move heavy equipment and troubleshoot complex problems. The workday concludes with reassembling repaired machinery, testing functionality, and recording maintenance activities in detailed logs for future reference.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess strong mechanical aptitude combined with meticulous attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities. They demonstrate high dependability and cautiousness when working with complex machinery, understanding that small oversights can lead to significant operational failures. Successful machinery maintenance workers have excellent manual dexterity and arm-hand steadiness for precision work, along with the physical flexibility to access equipment in confined spaces. They thrive on systematic troubleshooting processes and take satisfaction in keeping critical production equipment running smoothly. These workers typically prefer hands-on, realistic work environments where they can see tangible results from their technical expertise.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most machinery maintenance workers enter the field through post-secondary certificate programs in mechanical repair technologies, industrial maintenance, or related technical fields, which 54.1% of workers have completed. High school graduates (40.7%) can also enter through apprenticeships or on-the-job training programs offered by manufacturing companies. Essential preparation includes coursework in mechanical systems, hydraulics, electrical basics, and safety procedures. Entry-level positions typically require 1-2 years of hands-on experience with tools and machinery before advancing to independent maintenance responsibilities.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced machinery maintenance workers can advance to lead maintenance technician roles, supervising teams and managing complex repair projects across multiple production lines. Many progress to industrial machinery mechanics positions, specializing in sophisticated automated systems and computerized equipment. Career advancement opportunities include maintenance supervisory roles, plant engineering positions, or specialization in emerging technologies like predictive maintenance and industrial IoT systems. Some workers transition to field service roles with equipment manufacturers or start independent maintenance contracting businesses serving multiple industrial clients.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The machinery maintenance field employs 60,020 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $60,850, according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, ranging from $42,000 to $88,550 across experience levels. Manufacturing industries employ the largest concentration (32,470 workers), followed by wholesale trade (5,730) and transportation/warehousing (5,550), reflecting the critical role of machinery maintenance across industrial sectors. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Wyoming offering the highest median wages at $84,620 compared to New Mexico's $36,240, representing a 2.33x difference driven by regional industrial concentration and cost of living factors. Job security remains strong due to the essential nature of equipment maintenance and the ongoing need to prevent costly production downtime. The integration of predictive maintenance technologies and IoT sensors is creating demand for workers with both traditional mechanical skills and basic digital literacy.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Machinery maintenance work has moderate automation resistance due to the hands-on nature of mechanical repair, troubleshooting, and the need for human judgment in diagnosing complex equipment problems. While predictive maintenance technologies and diagnostic software are enhancing workers' capabilities, the core activities of disassembling machinery, replacing parts, and performing precision adjustments require manual dexterity and problem-solving skills that remain difficult to automate.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Natural progression path with overlapping mechanical knowledge and higher-level troubleshooting responsibilities.
    data: Mechanical knowledge level 5.8
    data: Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment importance 4.3
    data: Related occupation Primary-Short classification
  [skill_overlap] Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers (49-2092.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared mechanical repair skills and similar manual dexterity requirements for precision work.
    data: Manual Dexterity importance 3.4
    data: Repairing transferable skill importance 3.8
    data: Related occupation Primary-Short classification
  [riasec_cluster] Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics (49-3042.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles strongly align with Realistic (R:7.00) work preferences and mechanical problem-solving.
    data: RIASEC R:7.00 dominance
    data: Mechanical knowledge importance 4.5
    data: Related occupation Primary-Short classification
  [task_similarity] Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4033.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared machinery operation and control activities with similar precision requirements.
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes importance 4.2
    data: Operation and Control transferable skill 3.6
    data: Related occupation Primary-Short classification
  [knowledge_overlap] Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door (49-9012.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require mechanical knowledge for equipment installation and maintenance activities.
    data: Mechanical knowledge importance 4.5
    data: Equipment Maintenance transferable skill 3.8
    data: Related occupation Primary-Long classification

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['machinery maintenance', 'mechanical maintenance', 'equipment maintenance', 'industrial maintenance', 'machinery repair', 'equipment lubrication', 'parts replacement', 'maintenance worker']
  exclude_keywords : ['software', 'network', 'digital', 'programming', 'cybersecurity']
  title_patterns   : ['maintenance worker', 'machinery maintenance', 'equipment maintenance', 'mechanical maintenance', 'industrial maintenance']
  common_variations: ['machinery maintenance worker', 'equipment maintenance technician', 'mechanical maintenance worker', 'industrial maintenance worker', 'machinery repair technician', 'equipment repair worker', 'maintenance mechanic', 'machinery mechanic']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'maintenance', 'others', 'repair', 'machinery', 'machines', 'machine', 'mechanical', 'problems', 'principles', 'activities', 'materials', 'production', 'includes', 'control', 'tools', 'objects', 'hand', 'operations']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  64  0.02246  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:36%  dwas:22%  onet_tasks:17%
tendency                   42  0.01474  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
maintenance                38  0.01334  inference            inference:58%  wikipedia:18%  onet_dimensions:11%
others                     38  0.01334  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
repair                     22  0.00772  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:36%  dwas:27%  inference:27%
machinery                  22  0.00772  inference            inference:73%  wikipedia:18%  onet_tasks:9%
machines                   19  0.00667  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:58%  onet_dimensions:37%  inference:5%
machine                    17  0.00597  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:65%  onet_dimensions:12%  wikipedia:12%
mechanical                 17  0.00597  inference            inference:35%  onet_dimensions:29%  dwas:24%
problems                   16  0.00562  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  dwas:25%  inference:12%
principles                 16  0.00562  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 15  0.00526  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:27%  wikipedia:13%
materials                  14  0.00491  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  dwas:21%  onet_tasks:7%
production                 14  0.00491  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  inference:29%  onet_tasks:14%
includes                   14  0.00491  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  wikipedia:7%  inference:7%
control                    13  0.00456  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
tools                      12  0.00421  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:42%  onet_tasks:25%  dwas:17%
objects                    12  0.00421  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
hand                       11  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  onet_tasks:18%  inference:18%
operations                 11  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  wikipedia:27%  onet_tasks:9%
ideas                      11  0.00386  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                 10  0.00351  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  inference:10%
performance                10  0.00351  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  dwas:10%  wikipedia:10%
techniques                 10  0.00351  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00351  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
problem                     9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
management                  9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  wikipedia:22%
resources                   9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
moving                      9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  dwas:11%  inference:11%
quickly                     9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
orientation                 9  0.00316  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
industrial                  9  0.00316  inference            inference:89%  wikipedia:11%
understanding               8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:12%  inference:12%
attention                   8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
monitoring                  8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
human                       8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
physical                    8  0.00281  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  wikipedia:12%  inference:12%