[Core] [65% incumbents] Trim excess rubber and imperfections during retreading processes.
  DWAs: Trim excess material from workpieces.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Place tires into molds for new tread.
  DWAs: Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Buff tires according to specifications for width and undertread depth.
  DWAs: Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Build semi-raw rubber treads onto buffed tire casings to prepare tires for vulcanization in recapping or retreading processes.
  DWAs: Assemble tires.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Fill cuts and holes in tires, using hot rubber.
  DWAs: Fill cracks, imperfections, or holes in products or workpieces.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Fit inner tubes and final layers of rubber onto tires.
  DWAs: Assemble tires.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Inspect worn tires for faults, cracks, cuts, and nail holes, and to determine if tires are suitable for retreading.
  DWAs: Inspect items for damage or defects.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Measure tires to determine mold size requirements.
  DWAs: Measure product or material dimensions.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Position ply stitcher rollers and drums according to width of stock, using hand tools and gauges.
  DWAs: Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Clean and paint completed tires.
  DWAs: Clean workpieces or finished products. | Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Rub cement sticks on drum edges to provide adhesive surfaces for plies.
  DWAs: Apply solutions to production equipment.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Depress pedals to collapse drums after processing is complete.
  DWAs: Assemble tires.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Wind chafers and breakers onto plies.
  DWAs: Load materials into production equipment.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Pull plies from supply racks, and align plies with edges of drums.
  DWAs: Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Brush or spray solvents onto plies to ensure adhesion, and repeat process as specified, alternating direction of each ply to strengthen tires.
  DWAs: Apply solutions to production equipment.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Start rollers that bond tread and plies as drums revolve.
  DWAs: Assemble tires.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Align treads with guides, start drums to wind treads onto plies, and slice ends.
  DWAs: Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing. | Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Cut plies at splice points, and press ends together to form continuous bands.
  DWAs: Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Roll hand rollers over rebuilt casings, exerting pressure to ensure adhesion between camelbacks and casings.
  DWAs: Assemble tires.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Depress pedals to rotate drums, and wind specified numbers of plies around drums to form tire bodies.
  DWAs: Assemble tires.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Speaking (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:3.73 lvl:3.63) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Administration and Management (imp:3.39 lvl:2.81) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Mechanical (imp:3.23 lvl:4.06) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  English Language (imp:2.85 lvl:2.73) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.83 lvl:2.81) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.77 lvl:2.55) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Education and Training (imp:2.70 lvl:2.80) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.57 lvl:2.22) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Mathematics (imp:2.35 lvl:2.18) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Design (imp:2.26 lvl:1.59) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.16 lvl:1.98) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Physics (imp:2.15 lvl:1.62) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Transportation (imp:2.08 lvl:1.48) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Administrative (imp:2.04 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Building and Construction (imp:1.96 lvl:1.35) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Chemistry (imp:1.91 lvl:1.69) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.88 lvl:1.34) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.86 lvl:1.17) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Communications and Media (imp:1.80 lvl:0.94) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.74 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Psychology (imp:1.70) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Telecommunications (imp:1.60 lvl:0.41) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Law and Government (imp:1.59 lvl:0.92) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Foreign Language (imp:1.44 lvl:0.85) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Biology (imp:1.32) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Geography (imp:1.32) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  History and Archeology (imp:1.30) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.30) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.26 lvl:0.65) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.02) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.62 lvl:3.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Control Precision (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Rate Control (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Reaction Time (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Stamina (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Oral Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Visualization (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Information Ordering (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Response Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Far Vision (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Depth Perception (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  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
  Written Expression (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  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:1.38) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Night Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.37 lvl:4.12) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.34 lvl:5.50) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.19 lvl:4.96) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Getting Information (imp:4.17 lvl:3.14) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.10 lvl:4.69) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.04 lvl:4.24) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.00 lvl:3.92) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.81 lvl:3.94) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.80 lvl:3.85) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.80 lvl:3.31) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.68 lvl:3.57) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.64 lvl:3.87) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.54 lvl:3.36) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.42 lvl:2.61) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Processing Information (imp:3.40 lvl:3.20) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.35 lvl:3.17) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.34 lvl:2.10) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.33 lvl:4.16) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.29 lvl:2.23) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.21 lvl:3.69) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.07 lvl:1.60) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.05 lvl:2.75) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.04 lvl:2.69) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.04 lvl:2.79) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.99 lvl:2.72) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Working with Computers (imp:2.98 lvl:1.99) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.92 lvl:2.93) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.89 lvl:3.09) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.84 lvl:2.59) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.84 lvl:2.74) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.80 lvl:1.96) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.71 lvl:2.68) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.58 lvl:2.42) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.58 lvl:2.72) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.46 lvl:1.72) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.30 lvl:1.73) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.20 lvl:1.22) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.05 lvl:0.89) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.02 lvl:1.68) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.96 lvl:1.19) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.66 lvl:1.09) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:1.98) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.92) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.56) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.66) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Perseverance (imp:0.62) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Control (imp:0.55) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Integrity (imp:0.49) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.45) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.43) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:0.12) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.03) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  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
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Initiative (imp:-0.08) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability (imp:-0.10) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Optimism (imp:-0.10) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:-0.16) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.21) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Humility (imp:-0.34) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.37) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.39) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.41) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.55) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operation and Control (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.75 lvl:2.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Service Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Persuasion (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Systems Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Repairing (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Programming (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 20,770
  annual_median    : $57,390
  annual_pct10     : $40,150
  annual_pct25     : $47,900
  annual_pct75     : $64,380
  annual_pct90     : $74,680
  annual_mean      : $57,160
  hourly_median    : $27.59

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Tennessee ($74,100)
  lowest_state     : Florida ($44,150)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.678x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (20 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   19,730  median: $  58,910
  Retail Trade                             emp:      670  median: $  40,370
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      250  median: $  37,830
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      120  median: $  40,090

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (4 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:   19,730  median: $  58,910
  Retail Trade                             emp:      670  median: $  40,370
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      250  median: $  37,830
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      120  median: $  40,090

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Tire manufacturing (similarity: 0.4516)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tire_manufacturing
  QID: Q1028718
  Extract: Pneumatic tires are manufactured according to relatively standardized processes and machinery, in around 455 tire factories in the world. With over 1 billion tires manufactured worldwide annually, the tire industry is a major consumer of natural rubber. Tire factories start with bulk raw materials s

  Title: Fatbike (similarity: 0.3000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fatbike
  QID: Q5437341
  Extract: A fatbike is a bicycle with oversized tyres, typically 3.8 in (97 mm) or larger and rims 2.16 in (55 mm) or wider, designed for low ground pressure to allow riding on soft, unstable terrain, such as snow, sand, bogs and mud. Fatbikes are built around frames with wide forks and stays to accommodate t

  Title: List of executive actions by Franklin D. Roosevelt (similarity: 0.2222)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_executive_actions_by_Franklin_D._Roosevelt
  QID: Q16191804

  Title: List of Hazel episodes (similarity: 0.2857)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Hazel_episodes
  QID: Q6572971
  Extract: This is a list of episodes of the television series Hazel.

  Title: Chopper (motorcycle) (similarity: 0.1212)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chopper_(motorcycle)
  QID: Q1416553
  Extract: A chopper is a type of custom motorcycle which emerged in California in the late 1950s. A chopper employs modified steering angles and lengthened forks for a stretched-out appearance. It can be built from an original motorcycle which is modified ("chopped") or built from scratch. Some of the charact

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model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on detailed O*NET task descriptions, comprehensive ability and knowledge profiles, and specific wage data from BLS OEWS. Limited only by absence of exact Wikipedia match for additional context validation.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T02:45:37.314920+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,693
tokens_output        : 4,200
cost_usd             : $0.044290
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, though 'Tire manufacturing' provides relevant industry context about standardized tire production processes and machinery.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Tire Builders operate specialized machinery to manufacture and retread pneumatic tires, assembling rubber components, treads, and inner materials into finished products. They inspect worn tires for retreading suitability, buff surfaces to specifications, and apply new treads through vulcanization processes. This production role requires precise manual dexterity and mechanical knowledge to ensure tire quality and safety standards.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Tire Builders begin by inspecting worn tire casings for damage, measuring dimensions to determine appropriate mold sizes, and buffing surfaces to specified width and undertread depth. They position ply stitcher rollers and drums using hand tools and gauges, then build semi-raw rubber treads onto prepared casings. Throughout the day, they control tire-building machines, trim excess rubber and imperfections, fill cuts and holes with hot rubber, and fit inner tubes and final rubber layers. Quality control activities include monitoring vulcanization processes and cleaning and painting completed tires.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful Tire Builders possess exceptional manual dexterity and arm-hand steadiness, enabling precise control of machinery and materials handling. They demonstrate strong attention to detail and dependability, as tire safety depends on accurate assembly and quality control. The role suits individuals comfortable with repetitive physical work in manufacturing environments, requiring multilimb coordination and trunk strength. Those who excel typically have realistic personality traits, enjoying hands-on work with tangible products and mechanical systems.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most Tire Builders enter with a high school diploma or equivalent (66.5% of workers), though some positions accept candidates with less than high school education (26.1%). On-the-job training typically provides instruction in machine operation, quality control procedures, and safety protocols. Some employers prefer candidates with post-secondary certificates in manufacturing, automotive technology, or related technical fields (6.9% of workers).

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Tire Builders can advance to supervisory positions overseeing production teams or specialize in quality control inspection roles. Career progression often leads to machine maintenance technician positions or process improvement specialists. Some workers transition to related manufacturing roles like molding machine operators or automotive repair technicians, leveraging their mechanical knowledge and precision skills.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Tire Builders earn a median annual wage of $57,390 (BLS OEWS May 2025), with experienced workers reaching $74,680. Geographic variation is significant, with Tennessee offering the highest wages at $74,100 versus Florida's $44,150, representing a 1.68x ratio. Employment totals 20,770 workers nationwide, concentrated heavily in manufacturing (19,730 positions) with smaller numbers in retail tire services. The role's job zone 2 classification indicates minimal preparation requirements, making it accessible for career changers.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Tire building faces moderate automation pressure as advanced machinery increasingly handles material placement and assembly processes. However, quality inspection tasks requiring visual assessment of defects and complex problem-solving during retreading processes remain human-dependent. Workers who develop skills in machine maintenance and quality control analysis will likely maintain stronger employment prospects.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Tire Repairers and Changers (49-3093.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share tire inspection knowledge, manual dexterity requirements, and understanding of tire construction principles.
    data: Manual Dexterity (imp:3.8)
    data: tire inspection tasks
    data: Production and Processing knowledge
  [task_similarity] Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic (51-9195.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations involve molding operations, material handling, and quality inspection of manufactured products.
    data: Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.2)
    data: mold size requirements
    data: vulcanization processes
  [riasec_cluster] Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4072.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles exhibit strong Realistic (R:7.00) orientation with machine operation and hands-on manufacturing focus.
    data: RIASEC R:7.00
    data: machine operation
    data: production manufacturing
  [transferable_skill] Fiberglass Laminators and Fabricators (51-2051.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require precise material layering, adhesion processes, and quality control analysis for composite products.
    data: Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.6)
    data: material layering
    data: Attention to Detail work style
  [job_zone] Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations classify as Job Zone 2, requiring similar levels of preparation and on-the-job training.
    data: Job Zone 2
    data: high school education
    data: assembly operations

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['tire builder', 'tire manufacturing', 'tire assembly', 'retreading', 'vulcanization', 'tire production', 'rubber molding', 'tire casing']
  exclude_keywords : ['tire repair', 'tire changing', 'automotive service', 'tire installation', 'wheel alignment']
  title_patterns   : ['tire builder', '*tire builder', 'automobile tire builder', 'cord tire builder', 'tire recapper']
  common_variations: ['auto tire builder', 'tire recapper', 'tire assembler', 'tire production worker', 'vulcanizer', 'tire manufacturing operator', 'tire molding operator', 'retreading technician']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'tires', 'tire', 'control', 'materials', 'production', 'principles', 'quality', 'includes', 'objects', 'rubber', 'hand', 'ideas', 'techniques', 'products', 'activities', 'body', 'tools']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01516  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     38  0.01372  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  28  0.01011  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  dwas:18%
tires                      23  0.00830  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:43%  dwas:26%  wikipedia:17%
tire                       19  0.00686  inference            inference:74%  wikipedia:16%  onet_tasks:11%
control                    19  0.00686  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:63%  inference:37%
materials                  18  0.00650  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  dwas:28%  inference:11%
production                 16  0.00578  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  dwas:31%  inference:19%
principles                 16  0.00578  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quality                    13  0.00469  inference            inference:54%  onet_dimensions:46%
includes                   12  0.00433  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00433  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rubber                     11  0.00397  inference            inference:45%  onet_tasks:36%  wikipedia:18%
hand                       11  0.00397  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  onet_tasks:18%  inference:18%
ideas                      11  0.00397  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
techniques                 10  0.00361  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
products                   10  0.00361  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  dwas:30%  inference:20%
activities                 10  0.00361  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00361  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
tools                       9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  dwas:22%  onet_tasks:11%
plies                       9  0.00325  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:100%
problems                    9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                  9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
procedures                  9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
resources                   9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
quickly                     9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00325  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
onto                        8  0.00289  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:62%  dwas:25%  inference:12%
drums                       8  0.00289  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:88%  inference:12%
needs                       8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
rules                       8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
human                       8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
mechanical                  8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:38%
machines                    8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
events                      8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
assemble                    8  0.00289  dwas                 dwas:75%  onet_dimensions:25%
performing                  8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00289  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%