[Core] [108% incumbents] Inspect loads to ensure that cargo is secure.
  DWAs: Inspect cargo to ensure it is properly loaded or secured.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
  DWAs: Inspect motor vehicles.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Crank trailer landing gear up or down to safely secure vehicles.
  DWAs: Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Read bills of lading to determine assignment details.
  DWAs: Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes.
  DWAs: Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures. | Verify information or specifications.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Check all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
  DWAs: Review documents or materials for compliance with policies or regulations.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Maintain logs of working hours or of vehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data. | Record service or repair activities.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
  DWAs: Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions. | Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid, performing minor repairs, or washing trucks.
  DWAs: Maintain vehicles in good working condition.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Couple or uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or manipulating fifth-wheel locks.
  DWAs: Connect cables or electrical lines.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Drive trucks with capacities greater than 13 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or other materials.
  DWAs: Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Read and interpret maps to determine vehicle routes.
  DWAs: Read maps to determine routes.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Check conditions of trailers after contents have been unloaded to ensure that there has been no damage.
  DWAs: Inspect cargo areas for cleanliness or condition.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, or global positioning systems (GPS) equipment to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.
  DWAs: Operate communications equipment or systems.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Load or unload trucks or help others with loading or unloading, using special loading-related equipment or other equipment as necessary.
  DWAs: Load shipments, belongings, or materials.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Perform emergency roadside repairs, such as changing tires or installing light bulbs, tire chains, or spark plugs.
  DWAs: Maintain vehicles in good working condition.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Remove debris from loaded trailers.
  DWAs: Remove debris or damaged materials.

[Supplemental] [107% incumbents] Secure cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers.
  DWAs: Secure cargo.

[Supplemental] [107% incumbents] Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods.
  DWAs: Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation.

[Supplemental] [107% incumbents] Install or remove special equipment, such as tire chains, grader blades, plow blades, or sanders.
  DWAs: Install parts, assemblies, or attachments in transportation or material handling equipment.

[Supplemental] [107% incumbents] Give directions to laborers who are packing goods and moving them onto trailers.
  DWAs: Direct material handling or moving activities.

[Core] [106% incumbents] Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.
  DWAs: Collect fares or payment from customers.

[Core] [106% incumbents] Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
  DWAs: Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.

[Core] [106% incumbents] Drive trucks to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes in compliance with state regulations.
  DWAs: Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.

[Core] [106% incumbents] Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
  DWAs: Choose optimal transportation routes or speeds. | Adjust routes or speeds as necessary.

[Supplemental] [106% incumbents] Inventory and inspect goods to be moved to determine quantities and conditions.
  DWAs: Acquire supplies or equipment.

[Supplemental] [106% incumbents] Wrap and secure goods using pads, packing paper, containers, or straps.
  DWAs: Secure cargo. | Package materials or products.

[Supplemental] [105% incumbents] Follow special cargo-related procedures, such as checking refrigeration systems for frozen foods or providing food or water for livestock.
  DWAs: Monitor cargo area conditions.

[Supplemental] [105% incumbents] Operate idle reduction systems or auxiliary power systems to generate power from alternative sources, such as fuel cells, to reduce idling time, to heat or cool truck cabins, or to provide power for other equipment.
  DWAs: Operate green energy production equipment.

--- SKILLS ---
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Listening (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Writing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Transportation (imp:4.02 lvl:3.85) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.87 lvl:3.25) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.69 lvl:4.13) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:3.56 lvl:3.20) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Law and Government (imp:3.05 lvl:2.59) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Mechanical (imp:2.82 lvl:3.16) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Telecommunications (imp:2.77 lvl:2.20) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Education and Training (imp:2.76 lvl:3.06) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administration and Management (imp:2.74 lvl:2.30) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Mathematics (imp:2.66 lvl:2.39) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Geography (imp:2.54 lvl:2.49) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.41 lvl:2.76) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Administrative (imp:2.28 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.15 lvl:1.64) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Production and Processing (imp:2.07 lvl:1.94) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Physics (imp:1.95 lvl:1.41) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Communications and Media (imp:1.92 lvl:1.58) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.90 lvl:1.61) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Building and Construction (imp:1.81 lvl:1.33) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.80 lvl:1.52) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.77 lvl:1.35) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Psychology (imp:1.56 lvl:1.17) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Design (imp:1.55 lvl:1.08) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Chemistry (imp:1.52 lvl:1.03) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Foreign Language (imp:1.48 lvl:0.67) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Food Production (imp:1.47 lvl:0.95) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.45 lvl:0.93) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.44 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.36 lvl:0.91) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Biology (imp:1.33 lvl:0.68) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.32 lvl:0.67) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  History and Archeology (imp:1.25 lvl:0.44) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Fine Arts (imp:1.12) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Far Vision (imp:4.12 lvl:3.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:3.88 lvl:3.50) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Control Precision (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Response Orientation (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  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
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Depth Perception (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Selective Attention (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Information Ordering (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Time Sharing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Static Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Night Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — 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.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Sound Localization (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Written Expression (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Stamina (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — 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:1.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Originality (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:4.62 lvl:4.13) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.44 lvl:3.94) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Getting Information (imp:4.29 lvl:4.11) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.88 lvl:4.16) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.87 lvl:4.10) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.72 lvl:3.72) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.67 lvl:3.62) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.46 lvl:4.45) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.31 lvl:3.73) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.28 lvl:2.76) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.26 lvl:3.17) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.14 lvl:4.58) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.11 lvl:2.78) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.09 lvl:3.31) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Processing Information (imp:3.04 lvl:2.96) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.99 lvl:3.32) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.97 lvl:2.85) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.95 lvl:3.07) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.94 lvl:3.14) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.85 lvl:2.88) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Working with Computers (imp:2.82 lvl:2.04) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.76 lvl:3.37) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.61 lvl:2.36) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.55 lvl:2.83) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.49 lvl:2.62) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.48 lvl:2.57) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.34 lvl:2.23) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.23 lvl:2.19) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.22 lvl:2.12) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.19 lvl:2.03) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:1.58) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.06 lvl:1.37) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.06 lvl:1.77) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.03 lvl:1.27) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.99 lvl:1.25) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.94 lvl:1.73) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:1.92 lvl:1.59) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.72 lvl:1.09) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.64 lvl:1.01) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.62 lvl:0.87) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.62) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.11) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:1.86) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.77) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.64) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:1.50) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.07) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.95) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Adaptability (imp:0.91) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Initiative (imp:0.74) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Cooperation (imp:0.71) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.66) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.47) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.37) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Humility (imp:0.05) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  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
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.03) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Empathy (imp:-0.03) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.28) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.30) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.75 lvl:3.12) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Service Orientation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Persuasion (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Technology Design (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 2,062,040
  annual_median    : $58,640
  annual_pct10     : $40,140
  annual_pct25     : $47,960
  annual_pct75     : $69,120
  annual_pct90     : $79,380
  annual_mean      : $59,710
  hourly_median    : $28.19

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Alaska ($70,100)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($25,510)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.748x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (54 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp: 1,187,590  median: $  60,030
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:  269,380  median: $  58,550
  Manufacturing                            emp:  153,100  median: $  56,570
  Construction                             emp:  138,590  median: $  56,080
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:  104,970  median: $  54,160
  Retail Trade                             emp:   63,360  median: $  51,490
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:   31,590  median: $  57,130
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:   27,200  median: $  57,250
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:   19,370  median: $  59,080
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   18,460  median: $  54,140

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (20 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp: 1,187,590  median: $  60,030
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:  269,380  median: $  58,550
  Manufacturing                            emp:  153,100  median: $  56,570
  Construction                             emp:  138,590  median: $  56,080
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:  104,970  median: $  54,160
  Retail Trade                             emp:   63,360  median: $  51,490
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:   31,590  median: $  57,130
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:   27,200  median: $  57,250
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:   19,370  median: $  59,080
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   18,460  median: $  54,140

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         : 2026-06-02T23:31:45.822517Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Semi-trailer truck (similarity: 0.5263)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Semi-trailer_truck
  QID: Q1936841
  Extract: A semi-trailer truck is the combination of a tractor unit and one or more semi-trailers to carry freight. A semi-trailer attaches to the tractor with a type of hitch called a fifth wheel. Semi-trailer trucks replaced traction engines in commercial and heavy haulage roles. This transition occurred pr

  Title: Tractor unit (similarity: 0.3137)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tractor_unit
  QID: Q59569
  Extract: A tractor unit is a characteristically heavy-duty towing engine that provides motive power for hauling a towed or trailered load. The largest such vehicles are similar to locomotives. These fall into two categories: heavy- and medium-duty military and commercial rear-wheel-drive semi-tractors used f

  Title: Commercial driver's license (similarity: 0.3939)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commercial_driver's_license
  QID: Q3077425
  Extract: A commercial driver's license (CDL) is a driver's license required under 49 CFR Parts 300-399 in the United States to operate large and heavy vehicles or a vehicle of any size that transports hazardous materials or more than 16 passengers.

  Title: Truck classification (similarity: 0.2373)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Truck_classification
  QID: Q7847183
  Extract: Truck classifications are typically based upon the maximum loaded weight of the truck, typically using the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and sometimes also the gross trailer weight rating (GTWR), and can vary among jurisdictions.

  Title: Truck driver (similarity: 0.4706)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Truck_driver
  QID: Q508846
  Extract: A truck driver is a person who earns a living as the driver of a truck, which is commonly defined as a large goods vehicle (LGV) or heavy goods vehicle (HGV).

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data including detailed work activities, abilities, and wage information from BLS OEWS May 2025. Clear occupational boundaries and well-defined skill requirements support reliable inference generation.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T02:59:55.786772+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,726
tokens_output        : 4,363
cost_usd             : $0.047954
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, though related articles on semi-trailer trucks and commercial driver's licenses provide relevant context about the vehicles and licensing requirements central to this occupation.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers operate large commercial vehicles with gross vehicle weights of at least 26,001 pounds to transport cargo across short and long distances. These professionals must hold a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and are responsible for safely operating complex vehicle combinations while ensuring cargo security and regulatory compliance. They represent a critical component of America's freight transportation network, moving goods between distribution centers, retail locations, and manufacturing facilities.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day begins with conducting pre-trip vehicle inspections, checking mechanical systems, safety equipment, and emergency devices to ensure roadworthiness. Drivers review bills of lading and delivery instructions to understand their route assignments and cargo requirements. They spend most of their time operating vehicles while monitoring traffic conditions, weather, and equipment performance. Throughout the journey, they inspect cargo security at regular intervals and maintain detailed logs of driving hours to comply with federal regulations. At destinations, they may assist with loading or unloading procedures and complete delivery documentation. The day concludes with post-trip inspections and reporting any vehicle defects or incidents to supervisors.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful heavy truck drivers possess strong spatial awareness and excellent hand-eye coordination, as evidenced by the high importance of far vision, spatial orientation, and multilimb coordination abilities. They demonstrate reliability and attention to detail, critical traits given the responsibility of operating large vehicles safely on public roads. These individuals work well independently for extended periods while maintaining focus and alertness during long-distance hauls. They must be comfortable with routine yet safety-critical tasks and possess the mechanical aptitude to perform basic vehicle maintenance. Strong communication skills help them interact effectively with dispatchers, customers, and regulatory officials they encounter throughout their routes.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most heavy truck drivers enter the field with a high school diploma or equivalent, as 54.3% of workers hold this credential. The essential requirement is obtaining a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), which involves passing written exams and practical driving tests specific to large commercial vehicles. Many drivers complete post-secondary certificate programs at truck driving schools, representing 18.5% of the workforce. Some employers provide on-the-job training programs that combine classroom instruction with supervised driving experience under experienced mentors.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Entry-level drivers typically start with local or regional routes before advancing to long-haul positions that offer higher pay and more independence. Experienced drivers can specialize in transporting specific cargo types such as hazardous materials, oversized loads, or refrigerated goods, which command premium wages. Career advancement opportunities include becoming owner-operators who lease or purchase their own equipment, transitioning into dispatcher or fleet management roles, or becoming driving instructors at commercial truck driving schools. Some drivers leverage their transportation knowledge to move into logistics coordination or supply chain management positions.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The heavy truck driving profession employs over 2 million workers nationwide with a median annual wage of $58,640 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Geographic wage variations are substantial, ranging from $25,510 in Puerto Rico to $70,100 in Alaska, reflecting cost of living differences and local demand factors. The transportation and warehousing sector employs the largest share with 1.19 million drivers, followed by wholesale trade and manufacturing. Strong employment demand persists due to continued growth in e-commerce and freight transportation needs. Regional variations in employment opportunities correlate with major freight corridors, port cities, and manufacturing centers.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
While autonomous vehicle technology continues advancing, heavy truck drivers face a moderate automation risk primarily on highway segments rather than complete job displacement. The complex nature of coupling/uncoupling trailers, cargo inspection, customer interaction, and navigating diverse loading dock environments requires human judgment and dexterity. Urban delivery and complex routing scenarios will likely maintain strong demand for human drivers even as highway automation increases.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Light Truck Drivers (53-3033.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share core transportation knowledge and vehicle operation skills with similar CDL requirements.
    data: Transportation knowledge (imp:4.0)
    data: Operating Vehicles work activity (imp:4.6)
    data: CDL requirement
  [task_similarity] Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (53-7051.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both positions involve operating large vehicles and equipment with similar spatial coordination and monitoring requirements.
    data: Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.9)
    data: Operating Vehicles activity (imp:4.6)
    data: Equipment monitoring tasks
  [knowledge_overlap] Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (49-3031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Truck drivers need mechanical knowledge for basic maintenance while mechanics provide specialized repair services for the same vehicle types.
    data: Mechanical knowledge (imp:2.8)
    data: Equipment Maintenance skill (imp:2.9)
    data: Vehicle inspection tasks
  [riasec_cluster] Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders (53-7121.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations share realistic work environments involving physical equipment operation and transportation logistics.
    data: Realistic RIASEC code (R:7.00)
    data: Transportation sector employment
    data: Equipment operation focus
  [transferable_skill] Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers (53-4013.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Transportation operations skills and regulatory compliance knowledge transfer between rail and truck transportation modes.
    data: Operations Monitoring skill (imp:3.8)
    data: Transportation knowledge
    data: Federal regulation compliance
  [career_pathway] Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand (53-7062.00) — confidence:low
    reasoning: Material handling positions often serve as entry points to transportation careers requiring similar physical abilities.
    data: Job Zone 2 preparation level
    data: Physical work activities
    data: Transportation industry overlap

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['heavy truck driver', 'tractor trailer driver', 'semi truck driver', 'commercial truck driver', 'CDL driver', 'long haul driver', 'freight driver', 'big rig driver']
  exclude_keywords : ['light truck', 'delivery van', 'pickup truck', 'bus driver', 'taxi driver']
  title_patterns   : ['*truck driver', 'tractor*trailer*', 'commercial driver*', 'CDL*driver', '*hauler']
  common_variations: ['semi-truck driver', 'eighteen wheeler driver', 'over the road driver', 'OTR driver', 'class A driver', 'interstate driver', 'freight hauler', 'transport driver']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'vehicles', 'vehicle', 'materials', 'principles', 'cargo', 'truck', 'procedures', 'moving', 'operate', 'goods', 'drivers', 'includes', 'control', 'objects', 'activities', 'ideas', 'heavy']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  45  0.01514  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:51%  onet_tasks:22%  dwas:20%
tendency                   42  0.01413  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     40  0.01346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  onet_tasks:2%  dwas:2%
vehicles                   21  0.00707  dwas                 dwas:33%  inference:24%  onet_dimensions:19%
vehicle                    18  0.00606  inference            inference:33%  onet_tasks:28%  wikipedia:22%
materials                  17  0.00572  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:59%  dwas:24%  onet_tasks:6%
principles                 16  0.00538  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
cargo                      14  0.00471  inference            inference:43%  dwas:36%  onet_tasks:21%
truck                      14  0.00471  inference            inference:50%  wikipedia:36%  onet_tasks:14%
procedures                 14  0.00471  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  dwas:21%  onet_tasks:14%
moving                     14  0.00471  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  dwas:36%  onet_tasks:7%
operate                    13  0.00437  dwas                 dwas:46%  onet_dimensions:23%  onet_tasks:15%
goods                      13  0.00437  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:38%  onet_dimensions:31%  wikipedia:15%
drivers                    12  0.00404  inference            inference:92%  onet_tasks:8%
includes                   12  0.00404  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    12  0.00404  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00404  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 11  0.00370  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  dwas:18%
ideas                      11  0.00370  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
heavy                      11  0.00370  wikipedia            wikipedia:55%  inference:45%
problems                   10  0.00336  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  dwas:10%
production                 10  0.00336  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:20%
techniques                 10  0.00336  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                10  0.00336  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00336  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
commercial                 10  0.00336  inference            inference:60%  wikipedia:40%
trailer                     9  0.00303  wikipedia            wikipedia:44%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:22%
routes                      9  0.00303  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:44%  dwas:33%  inference:22%
performing                  9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
monitoring                  9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
needs                       9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
management                  9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
human                       9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
material                    9  0.00303  dwas                 dwas:67%  onet_dimensions:33%
quickly                     9  0.00303  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
mechanical                  8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:25%  onet_tasks:12%
working                     8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:25%  dwas:25%
loading                     8  0.00269  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:75%  inference:25%
providing                   8  0.00269  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%