[Core] [61% incumbents] Produce or assemble components of articles, such as store fixtures, office equipment, cabinets, or high-grade furniture.
  DWAs: Assemble wood products.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Measure and mark dimensions of parts on paper or lumber stock prior to cutting, following blueprints, to ensure a tight fit and quality product.
  DWAs: Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Set up or operate machines, including power saws, jointers, mortisers, tenoners, molders, or shapers, to cut, mold, or shape woodstock or wood substitutes.
  DWAs: Operate woodworking equipment.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Establish the specifications of articles to be constructed or repaired, or plan the methods or operations for shaping or assembling parts, based on blueprints, drawings, diagrams, or oral or written instructions.
  DWAs: Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements. | Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Attach parts or subassemblies together to form completed units, using glue, dowels, nails, screws, or clamps.
  DWAs: Assemble wood products.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Install hardware, such as hinges, handles, catches, or drawer pulls, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Attach decorative or functional accessories to products.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Trim, sand, or scrape surfaces or joints to prepare articles for finishing.
  DWAs: Trim excess material from workpieces.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Match materials for color, grain, or texture, giving attention to knots or other features of the wood.
  DWAs: Compare physical characteristics of materials or products to specifications or standards.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Cut timber to the right size, and shape and trim parts of joints to ensure a snug fit, using hand tools, such as planes, chisels, or wood files.
  DWAs: Trim excess material from workpieces. | Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Bore holes for insertion of screws or dowels, by hand or using boring machines.
  DWAs: Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Repair or alter wooden furniture, cabinetry, fixtures, paneling, or other pieces.
  DWAs: Repair furniture or upholstery.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Estimate the amounts, types, or costs of needed materials.
  DWAs: Estimate costs of products, services, or materials. | Estimate material requirements for production.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Dip, brush, or spray assembled articles with protective or decorative finishes, such as stain, varnish, paint, or lacquer.
  DWAs: Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Draw up detailed specifications and discuss projects with customers.
  DWAs: Confer with customers or designers to determine order specifications.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Design furniture, using computer-aided drawing programs.
  DWAs: Operate computers or computerized equipment. | Design furniture.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Verify dimensions or check the quality or fit of pieces to ensure adherence to specifications.
  DWAs: Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Reinforce joints with nails or other fasteners to prepare articles for finishing.
  DWAs: Assemble wood products.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Perform final touch-ups with sandpaper or steel wool.
  DWAs: Shape surfaces or edges of wood workpieces.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Apply Masonite, formica, or vinyl surfacing materials.
  DWAs: Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Program computers to operate machinery.
  DWAs: Program equipment to perform production tasks.

--- SKILLS ---
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Mathematics (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Mathematics (imp:4.21 lvl:3.32) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Building and Construction (imp:3.82 lvl:4.34) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Production and Processing (imp:3.67 lvl:3.90) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mechanical (imp:3.44 lvl:3.98) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Design (imp:3.43 lvl:4.04) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:3.05 lvl:3.71) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Education and Training (imp:2.44 lvl:2.01) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  English Language (imp:2.23 lvl:2.22) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Administration and Management (imp:2.18 lvl:1.94) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.10 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.05 lvl:1.72) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.02 lvl:0.77) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Law and Government (imp:2.02 lvl:1.63) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:0.84) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:1.86) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Chemistry (imp:1.78 lvl:1.43) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Physics (imp:1.77 lvl:0.79) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Psychology (imp:1.76) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Transportation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.41) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.65 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Geography (imp:1.54) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Administrative (imp:1.50 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.48) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Foreign Language (imp:1.40 lvl:0.35) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  History and Archeology (imp:1.37 lvl:0.91) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Communications and Media (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Biology (imp:1.24) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Telecommunications (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Food Production (imp:1.22) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.17) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.17) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.88 lvl:3.62) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  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
  Near Vision (imp:3.88 lvl:3.62) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Control Precision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Visualization (imp:3.50 lvl:3.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Reaction Time (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Response Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Depth Perception (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Number Facility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Rate Control (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Stamina (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Time Sharing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.38) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Sound Localization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Night Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.18 lvl:2.95) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.13 lvl:6.09) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.13 lvl:5.16) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.90 lvl:4.97) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.87 lvl:4.37) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.84 lvl:3.10) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.74 lvl:3.62) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.60 lvl:3.89) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.42 lvl:2.75) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.37 lvl:4.01) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.37 lvl:3.67) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.36 lvl:3.47) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.36 lvl:3.70) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Processing Information (imp:3.31 lvl:3.71) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.24 lvl:2.63) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.23 lvl:3.77) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.21 lvl:3.85) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.11 lvl:2.90) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.06 lvl:2.95) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.01 lvl:3.37) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.88 lvl:2.36) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.86 lvl:2.65) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.82 lvl:2.68) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.78 lvl:2.96) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.78 lvl:2.57) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.68 lvl:2.50) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.55 lvl:2.73) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.55 lvl:1.87) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.53 lvl:2.44) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.48 lvl:2.48) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.47 lvl:2.65) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.47 lvl:2.21) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.45 lvl:1.73) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.45 lvl:2.16) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.26 lvl:2.06) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.12 lvl:1.76) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.09 lvl:1.86) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.09 lvl:1.49) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Working with Computers (imp:1.88 lvl:1.09) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:1.70 lvl:0.96) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.32 lvl:0.66) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.57) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.14) — 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:1.76) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Perseverance (imp:1.37) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.27) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  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.
  Innovation (imp:0.82) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Self-Control (imp:0.70) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.62) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.50) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.49) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Initiative (imp:0.43) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability (imp:0.23) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Cooperation (imp:0.13) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.08) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Optimism (imp:0.04) — 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:-0.13) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:-0.20) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.23) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.36) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.38) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Operation and Control (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Operations Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Equipment Selection (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Service Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Persuasion (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.50) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Installation (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 77,170
  annual_median    : $46,680
  annual_pct10     : $35,650
  annual_pct25     : $38,830
  annual_pct75     : $55,760
  annual_pct90     : $63,720
  annual_mean      : $48,290
  hourly_median    : $22.44

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Delaware ($60,090)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($22,530)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.667x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (50 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   64,370  median: $  46,340
  Construction                             emp:    7,120  median: $  48,890
  Retail Trade                             emp:    1,900  median: $  50,060
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,120  median: $  39,020
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    1,080  median: $  50,990
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      380  median: $  52,590
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      350  median: $  63,960
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      300  median: $  71,090
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:       90  median: $  65,260
  Educational Services                     emp:       50  median: $  50,490

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (10 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   64,370  median: $  46,340
  Construction                             emp:    7,120  median: $  48,890
  Retail Trade                             emp:    1,900  median: $  50,060
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,120  median: $  39,020
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    1,080  median: $  50,990
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      380  median: $  52,590
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      350  median: $  63,960
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      300  median: $  71,090
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:       90  median: $  65,260
  Educational Services                     emp:       50  median: $  50,490

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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         : 2026-06-02T23:16:51.827132Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Carpentry (similarity: 0.3721)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carpentry
  QID: Q203605
  Extract: Carpentry is a skilled trade and a craft in which the primary work performed is the cutting, shaping and installation of building materials during the construction of buildings, ships, timber bridges, concrete formwork, etc. Carpenters traditionally worked with natural wood and did rougher work such

  Title: Joinery (similarity: 0.1951)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joinery
  QID: Q2183679
  Extract: Joinery is a part of woodworking that involves joining pieces of wood, engineered lumber, or synthetic substitutes, to produce more complex items. Some woodworking joints employ mechanical fasteners, bindings, or adhesives, while others use only wood elements.

  Title: André Jacob Roubo (similarity: 0.2745)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andr%C3%A9_Jacob_Roubo
  QID: Q2847056
  Extract: André Jacob Roubo (1739–1791) was a French carpenter, cabinetmaker and author. Roubo was born and died in Paris, and was the son and grandson of master cabinetmakers. Roubo wrote several highly influential books on woodworking, an achievement which was especially notable given his relatively poor ba

  Title: Backsaw (similarity: 0.0976)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Backsaw
  QID: Q1402035
  Extract: A backsaw is any hand saw which has a stiffening rib on the edge opposite the cutting edge, enabling better control and more precise cutting than with other types of saws. Backsaws are normally used in woodworking for precise work, such as cutting dovetails, mitres, or tenons in cabinetry and joiner

  Title: Woodworking vise (similarity: 0.1200)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Woodworking_vise
  QID: Q108934059
  Extract: A woodworking vise is a type of vise adapted to the various needs of woodworkers and woodworking. Several types have evolved to meet differing primary functions, falling under the general categories of front and end vises, reflecting their positions on a workbench.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Comprehensive O*NET data with detailed task descriptions, clear skill and ability requirements, and robust wage data from BLS. The occupation has well-defined boundaries and established career pathways in manufacturing and construction industries.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T01:58:13.743444+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,711
tokens_output        : 3,919
cost_usd             : $0.044967
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, but semantic neighbors include Carpentry and Joinery articles which provide relevant context about woodworking trades and traditional craftsmanship techniques.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters are skilled craftspeople who cut, shape, and assemble wooden articles using both hand tools and woodworking machinery. They create cabinets, furniture, fixtures, and other wood products by operating power saws, jointers, mortisers, and other specialized equipment. These professionals combine traditional woodworking techniques with modern production methods to fabricate high-quality wood components and finished products.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day begins by reviewing blueprints and work orders to determine product specifications and material requirements. The craftsperson measures and marks lumber stock, then sets up and operates various woodworking machines like power saws, jointers, and shapers to cut and mold wood pieces. They carefully assemble components using glue, dowels, nails, and clamps, ensuring precise fits by trimming and adjusting joints. Quality control involves inspecting work for defects, matching materials for color and grain consistency, and installing hardware such as hinges, handles, and drawer pulls. The day concludes with surface preparation activities like sanding and scraping to ready pieces for finishing.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful cabinetmakers possess exceptional manual dexterity and arm-hand steadiness, as evidenced by the high importance ratings for these physical abilities. They demonstrate strong attention to detail and dependability, crucial work styles for precision craftsmanship. These professionals excel at visualization and spatial reasoning, enabling them to interpret blueprints and execute complex cuts and assemblies. A realistic personality type dominates (R:7.00), indicating comfort with hands-on work and mechanical problem-solving. Mathematical aptitude is essential for accurate measurements and calculations, while building and construction knowledge provides the foundation for understanding structural requirements.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most cabinetmakers enter the field with a high school diploma (62.0% of workers) and often pursue post-secondary certificates in woodworking or related trades (26.6%). Entry-level workers typically begin as helpers or apprentices, learning through on-the-job training under experienced craftspeople. Some may complete formal apprenticeship programs or vocational training that combines classroom instruction with hands-on practice. The Job Zone 2 classification indicates that while some preparation is needed, extensive formal education is not required.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced cabinetmakers may advance to supervisory roles, overseeing production teams or managing custom woodworking shops. Some transition into related specializations like furniture finishing, pattern making, or antique restoration. Entrepreneurial opportunities include establishing independent cabinetmaking businesses or custom furniture shops. Career progression may also lead toward design roles, combining craftsmanship expertise with creative and technical design skills.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, 77,170 cabinetmakers are employed nationally with a median annual wage of $46,680, ranging from $35,650 to $63,720 (10th-90th percentile). Geographic wage variation is significant, with Delaware offering the highest wages at $60,090 and Puerto Rico the lowest at $22,530, representing a 2.67x ratio. Manufacturing dominates employment with 64,370 positions, followed by construction (7,120) and retail trade (1,900). The concentration in manufacturing reflects the industry's role in producing both custom and mass-produced wood products.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Physical dexterity requirements and the need for craftsmanship judgment provide some protection against automation, particularly in custom work and high-end furniture production. However, routine cutting and shaping operations may increasingly be automated through CNC machinery and computer-controlled woodworking equipment, as evidenced by the growing use of CAD software in the field.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Carpenters (47-2031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share high importance in building and construction knowledge, manual dexterity, and woodworking techniques.
    data: Building and Construction knowledge (imp:3.8)
    data: Manual Dexterity (imp:3.9)
    data: Realistic personality type dominance
  [task_similarity] Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-7042.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations involve operating woodworking machinery like power saws, jointers, and shapers for cutting and shaping wood.
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.1)
    data: Operation and Control skill (imp:3.1)
    data: Woodworking equipment operation tasks
  [career_pathway] Furniture Finishers (51-7021.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Cabinetmakers often transition to finishing work as both roles require attention to detail and knowledge of wood characteristics.
    data: Attention to Detail work style (imp:2.6)
    data: Surface preparation tasks
    data: Quality control focus
  [knowledge_overlap] Model Makers, Wood (51-7031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require design knowledge, visualization abilities, and precision woodworking skills for creating detailed wooden components.
    data: Design knowledge (imp:3.4)
    data: Visualization ability (imp:3.5)
    data: Precision measurement and cutting tasks
  [transferable_skill] Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic (51-4192.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations require measuring, marking dimensions, and layout skills for material preparation before fabrication.
    data: Mathematics knowledge (imp:4.2)
    data: Measuring and marking tasks
    data: Blueprint reading requirements

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['cabinetmaker', 'cabinet maker', 'bench carpenter', 'woodworker', 'furniture maker', 'cabinet builder', 'wood craftsman', 'cabinet professional']
  exclude_keywords : ['carpenter general', 'construction worker', 'sawyer', 'logger', 'millworker']
  title_patterns   : ['Cabinet.*Maker', 'Cabinet.*Builder', 'Bench.*Carpenter', 'Cabinet.*Worker', 'Cabinet.*Professional']
  common_variations: ['cabinet maker', 'cabinetmaker', 'cabinet builder', 'cabinet worker', 'bench carpenter', 'cabinet professional', 'cabinet specialist', 'furniture craftsman']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'materials', 'products', 'principles', 'wood', 'control', 'woodworking', 'hand', 'production', 'techniques', 'includes', 'objects', 'ideas', 'furniture', 'quality', 'machines', 'specifications', 'design']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01470  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  wikipedia:3%
equipment                  30  0.01050  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  dwas:13%  inference:7%
materials                  22  0.00770  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  dwas:27%  onet_tasks:14%
products                   17  0.00595  dwas                 dwas:53%  onet_dimensions:29%  inference:18%
principles                 16  0.00560  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
wood                       14  0.00490  dwas                 dwas:29%  inference:29%  onet_tasks:21%
control                    14  0.00490  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  wikipedia:7%  inference:7%
woodworking                14  0.00490  inference            inference:50%  wikipedia:43%  dwas:7%
hand                       13  0.00455  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:54%  onet_tasks:23%  inference:15%
production                 13  0.00455  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:23%  dwas:15%
techniques                 12  0.00420  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:83%  inference:17%
includes                   12  0.00420  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00420  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
ideas                      11  0.00385  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
furniture                  10  0.00350  inference            inference:40%  onet_tasks:30%  dwas:20%
quality                    10  0.00350  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  onet_tasks:20%  inference:20%
machines                   10  0.00350  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  onet_tasks:20%  inference:10%
specifications             10  0.00350  dwas                 dwas:40%  onet_tasks:30%  onet_dimensions:20%
design                     10  0.00350  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:20%  onet_tasks:10%
activities                 10  0.00350  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00350  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needed                      9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  inference:11%
problems                    9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  wikipedia:11%
resources                   9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
physical                    9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:22%  dwas:11%
quickly                     9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00315  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
assemble                    8  0.00280  dwas                 dwas:38%  onet_dimensions:25%  inference:25%
operations                  8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
tools                       8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  onet_tasks:25%  inference:12%
attention                   8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
procedures                  8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
events                      8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00280  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%