[Core] [73% incumbents] Sweep, mop, and wash down decks to remove oil, dirt, and debris, using brooms, mops, brushes, and hoses.
  DWAs: Clean vessels or marine equipment.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Attach hoses and operate pumps to transfer substances to and from liquid cargo tanks.
  DWAs: Connect hoses to equipment or machinery. | Control pumps or pumping equipment.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Splice and repair ropes, wire cables, or cordage, using marlinespikes, wire cutters, twine, and hand tools.
  DWAs: Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Chip and clean rust spots on decks, superstructures, or sides of ships, using wire brushes and hand or air chipping machines.
  DWAs: Clean vessels or marine equipment.

[Supplemental] [72% incumbents] Steer ships under the direction of commanders or navigating officers or direct helmsmen to steer, following designated courses.
  DWAs: Operate ships or other watercraft.

[Supplemental] [72% incumbents] Clean and polish wood trim, brass, or other metal parts.
  DWAs: Clean vessels or marine equipment.

[Core] [71% incumbents] Stand watch in ships' bows or bridge wings to look for obstructions in a ship's path or to locate navigational aids, such as buoys or lighthouses.
  DWAs: Monitor surroundings to detect potential hazards.

[Core] [71% incumbents] Break out, rig, and stow cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging, or running gear.
  DWAs: Set up material handling gear or equipment, such as rigging, packaging, or temporary structures.

[Core] [71% incumbents] Paint or varnish decks, superstructures, lifeboats, or sides of ships.
  DWAs: Paint surfaces or equipment.

[Supplemental] [71% incumbents] Relay specified signals to other ships, using visual signaling devices, such as blinker lights or semaphores.
  DWAs: Signal others to coordinate vehicle movement.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Tie barges together into tow units for tugboats to handle, inspecting barges periodically during voyages and disconnecting them when destinations are reached.
  DWAs: Inspect material-moving equipment to detect problems. | Secure watercraft to docks, wharves or other vessels.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Handle lines to moor vessels to wharfs, to tie up vessels to other vessels, or to rig towing lines.
  DWAs: Secure watercraft to docks, wharves or other vessels.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Read pressure and temperature gauges or displays and record data in engineering logs.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation. | Record operational or production data.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Maintain government-issued certifications, as required.
  DWAs: Maintain professional knowledge or certifications.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Maintain a ship's engines under the direction of the ship's engineering officers.
  DWAs: Maintain watercraft engines or machinery.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Lower and man lifeboats when emergencies occur.
  DWAs: Assist others during emergencies.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Provide engineers with assistance in repairing or adjusting machinery.
  DWAs: Maintain watercraft engines or machinery.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Operate, maintain, or repair ship equipment, such as winches, cranes, derricks, or weapons system.
  DWAs: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment. | Maintain watercraft engines or machinery. | Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Give directions to crew members engaged in cleaning wheelhouses or quarterdecks.
  DWAs: Direct maintenance or repair activities.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Stand by wheels when ships are on automatic pilot, and verify accuracy of courses, using magnetic compasses.
  DWAs: Verify information or specifications. | Operate ships or other watercraft.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Record data in ships' logs, such as weather conditions or distances traveled.
  DWAs: Record operational details of travel.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Measure depth of water in shallow or unfamiliar waters, using leadlines, and telephone or shout depth information to vessel bridges.
  DWAs: Measure the level or depth of water or other liquids.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Participate in shore patrols.
  DWAs: Monitor surroundings to detect potential hazards.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Examine machinery to verify specified pressures or lubricant flows.
  DWAs: Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Lubricate machinery, equipment, or engine parts, such as gears, shafts, or bearings.
  DWAs: Maintain watercraft engines or machinery.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Load or unload materials, vehicles, or passengers from vessels.
  DWAs: Load shipments, belongings, or materials.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Overhaul lifeboats or lifeboat gear and lower or raise lifeboats with winches or falls.
  DWAs: Load shipments, belongings, or materials.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Stand gangway watches to prevent unauthorized persons from boarding ships while in port.
  DWAs: Monitor surroundings to detect potential hazards.

--- SKILLS ---
  Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Listening (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.24 lvl:2.71) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Transportation (imp:3.06 lvl:2.93) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Mechanical (imp:3.00 lvl:3.27) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Education and Training (imp:2.95 lvl:3.17) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administration and Management (imp:2.94 lvl:3.58) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  English Language (imp:2.85 lvl:2.70) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Mathematics (imp:2.77 lvl:2.54) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.63 lvl:2.71) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Administrative (imp:2.50 lvl:1.75) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Production and Processing (imp:2.48 lvl:2.01) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Law and Government (imp:2.43 lvl:1.87) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Communications and Media (imp:2.41 lvl:1.65) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:2.36 lvl:1.77) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Chemistry (imp:2.35 lvl:3.07) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Geography (imp:2.31 lvl:2.42) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Physics (imp:2.24 lvl:2.56) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.17 lvl:2.37) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Telecommunications (imp:2.15 lvl:1.34) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Food Production (imp:2.12 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.87) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Psychology (imp:1.83 lvl:1.33) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.75 lvl:1.51) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Building and Construction (imp:1.75 lvl:1.23) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Design (imp:1.57 lvl:1.34) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Biology (imp:1.56) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.39 lvl:0.56) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.37) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  History and Archeology (imp:1.36) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.32 lvl:0.81) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.28) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.26) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.03) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Fine Arts (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Far Vision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.38) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Control Precision (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.75 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Depth Perception (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  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
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.62 lvl:3.88) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.25 lvl:3.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Selective Attention (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Near Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Visualization (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Reaction Time (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Spatial Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Time Sharing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Rate Control (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:3.50) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Stamina (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.50) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Written Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Response Orientation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  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:3.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  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:2.62) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Night Vision (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Number Facility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.75 lvl:4.31) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.59 lvl:4.51) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.57 lvl:4.41) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Getting Information (imp:4.49 lvl:3.60) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.46 lvl:5.02) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.24 lvl:4.81) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:4.24 lvl:4.31) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.23 lvl:5.43) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:4.05 lvl:3.96) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.95 lvl:5.60) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.92 lvl:4.23) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.87 lvl:4.10) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Processing Information (imp:3.85 lvl:3.85) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.76 lvl:3.73) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.72 lvl:3.25) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.61 lvl:3.52) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.53 lvl:2.35) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.51 lvl:3.70) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.49 lvl:3.95) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.47 lvl:3.15) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.43 lvl:3.18) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.25 lvl:3.47) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.10 lvl:3.25) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.07 lvl:2.98) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.06 lvl:3.00) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.03 lvl:3.35) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.79 lvl:2.78) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.78 lvl:2.60) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.76 lvl:2.39) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.75 lvl:3.16) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.74 lvl:1.95) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.72 lvl:2.26) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.63 lvl:2.89) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.53 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.50 lvl:2.47) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.47 lvl:2.50) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.35 lvl:1.83) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Working with Computers (imp:2.28 lvl:2.33) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.90 lvl:1.83) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.64) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.47 lvl:0.73) — 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:2.50) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.02) — 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.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.99) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.77) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Cooperation (imp:1.70) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:1.58) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Control (imp:1.31) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.87) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Humility (imp:0.81) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.76) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.75) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Integrity (imp:0.70) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.66) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.61) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation (imp:0.50) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.23) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy (imp:0.12) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.07) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  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.
  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
  Innovation (imp:-0.43) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — 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.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Persuasion (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Instructing (imp:2.62 lvl:3.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Negotiation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 31,670
  annual_median    : $51,520
  annual_pct10     : $34,560
  annual_pct25     : $41,430
  annual_pct75     : $67,590
  annual_pct90     : $83,620
  annual_mean      : $56,830
  hourly_median    : $24.77

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Hawaii ($76,140)
  lowest_state     : Arkansas ($23,960)
  dispersion_ratio : 3.178x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (36 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:   22,380  median: $  51,740
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    4,270  median: $  54,210
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    1,100  median: $  57,410
  Construction                             emp:      950  median: $  44,810
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      560  median: $  38,360
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      430  median: $  62,630
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:      390  median: $  44,070
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:      390  median: $  44,720
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      320  median: $  60,370
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      270  median: $  63,180

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (14 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:   22,380  median: $  51,740
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    4,270  median: $  54,210
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    1,100  median: $  57,410
  Construction                             emp:      950  median: $  44,810
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      560  median: $  38,360
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      430  median: $  62,630
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:      390  median: $  44,070
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:      390  median: $  44,720
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      320  median: $  60,370
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      270  median: $  63,180

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         : 2026-06-02T23:34:42.561536Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Sailor (similarity: 0.3871)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sailor
  QID: Q45199
  Extract: A sailor, seaman, mariner, or seafarer is a person who works aboard a watercraft as part of its crew, and may work in any one of a number of different fields that are related to the operation and maintenance of a ship. While the term sailor has its etymological roots from sailing, that is a time whe

  Title: Flag of convenience (similarity: 0.2273)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_convenience
  QID: Q604097
  Extract: Flag of convenience (FOC) refers to a business practice whereby a ship's owners register a merchant ship in a ship register of a country other than that of the ship's owners, and the ship flies the civil ensign of that country, called the flag state. The term is often used pejoratively, and although

  Title: Marine Firemen's Union (similarity: 0.3404)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marine_Firemen's_Union
  QID: Q6764143
  Extract: The Pacific Coast Marine Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders and Wipers Association (MFOW), commonly referred to as the Marine Firemen's Union, is an American labor union of mariners working aboard U.S. flag vessels. The Marine Firemen's Union is an affiliate union of the Seafarers International Union of 

  Title: Filipino seamen (similarity: 0.3000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Filipino_seamen
  QID: Q5448628
  Extract: Filipino seamen, also referred to as Filipino seafarers or Filipino sailors, are seamen, sailors, or seafarers from the Philippines. Although, in general, the term "Filipino seamen" may include personnel from the Philippine Navy or the Philippine Marine Corps, it specifically refers to overseas Fili

  Title: International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots (similarity: 0.1538)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Organization_of_Masters%2C_Mates_%26_Pilots
  QID: Q16987118
  Extract: The International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots or MM&P is a United States labor union representing licensed mariners.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data foundation with detailed work activities, clear skill requirements, and robust wage/employment statistics from BLS OEWS May 2025.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T03:11:54.531476+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,809
tokens_output        : 4,388
cost_usd             : $0.045905
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for this specific occupation, though 'Sailor' provides general maritime context. The occupation represents a specific subset of maritime crew with defined operational duties.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Sailors and Marine Oilers are entry-level maritime crew members who perform essential deck and engine room operations aboard commercial vessels, naval ships, and other watercraft. They stand watch for navigation hazards, operate cargo handling equipment, and maintain vessel systems under supervision of officers and engineers. These workers form the operational backbone of maritime transportation, ensuring safe vessel operations through vigilant monitoring and hands-on maintenance tasks.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves standing watch on the bridge or bow to scan for obstructions and navigational hazards, then rotating to maintenance duties like sweeping and washing decks, chipping rust, and painting vessel surfaces. Workers operate pumps to transfer liquid cargo between tanks, splice and repair rigging using hand tools, and break out cargo handling gear as directed by officers. They clean and polish metal fixtures, relay visual signals to other vessels using blinker lights, and perform routine inspections of equipment and deck structures. Physical coordination is essential when handling heavy objects and operating machinery in maritime environments.

WHO THRIVES:
This role suits individuals with strong visual acuity and physical coordination who can maintain focus during long watch periods in varying weather conditions. The RIASEC profile shows high Realistic orientation, indicating success for those who enjoy hands-on mechanical work and practical problem-solving. Workers need dependability and cautiousness as core traits, given the safety-critical nature of maritime operations. Those who thrive typically have good spatial awareness, steady hands for precision control tasks, and the ability to follow detailed instructions from commanding officers while working both independently and as part of a crew.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require only a high school diploma (52.4%) or post-secondary certificate (24.2%), with 22% entering with less than high school completion. Entry-level workers typically receive on-the-job training in maritime safety procedures, equipment operation, and vessel maintenance protocols. Many obtain Coast Guard credentials like Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) or Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) as prerequisites for employment.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced sailors can advance to supervisory roles like Boatswain or progress to licensed positions including Able Seaman certifications that qualify them for higher-responsibility deck duties. Career pathways lead to officer positions such as Third Mate or Chief Mate with additional education and sea time experience. Some transition to specialized roles like Ship Engineers, Captains, or shore-based maritime operations management.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 31,670 workers nationally with median annual wages of $51,520 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, ranging from $34,560 to $83,620 for the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Hawaii paying highest at $76,140 versus Arkansas lowest at $23,960, reflecting regional maritime activity levels. Transportation and Warehousing employs 22,380 workers (71% of total), followed by government sector employment of 4,270. Demand correlates with international trade volumes, offshore energy operations, and naval fleet requirements.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This role has moderate automation risk as core monitoring and inspection activities require human judgment and physical dexterity in unpredictable maritime environments. While some cargo handling operations may become more automated, the essential watch-standing and emergency response functions rely on human sensory capabilities and decision-making that remain difficult to automate in complex marine conditions.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels (53-5021.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Direct advancement pathway as sailors gain experience and obtain additional licenses to become officers with command responsibilities.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Both require Transportation knowledge
    data: Leadership progression in maritime hierarchy
  [career_pathway] Ship Engineers (53-5031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Natural progression for Marine Oilers who specialize in engine room operations and obtain engineering credentials.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Shared Mechanical knowledge
    data: Engine room operational overlap
  [skill_overlap] Riggers (49-9096.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve rigging cargo-handling gear and working with ropes, cables, and lifting equipment requiring similar manual dexterity.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Shared Multilimb Coordination ability
    data: Rigging and equipment handling tasks
  [task_similarity] Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders (53-7121.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both operate pumps to transfer liquid cargo and attach hoses, requiring similar equipment operation and safety protocols.
    data: Primary-Long relationship
    data: Shared pump operation tasks
    data: Liquid cargo handling procedures
  [riasec_cluster] Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators (47-2073.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both have high Realistic RIASEC orientation involving equipment operation, mechanical troubleshooting, and hands-on work environments.
    data: Primary-Long relationship
    data: Similar Realistic RIASEC profile
    data: Equipment operation and maintenance focus

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['sailor', 'marine oiler', 'seaman', 'deckhand', 'able bodied', 'maritime crew', 'vessel operations', 'deck maintenance']
  exclude_keywords : ['captain', 'pilot', 'engineer', 'officer', 'navigator']
  title_patterns   : ['Able Bodied Seaman', 'Marine Oiler', 'Deck Hand', 'Ordinary Seaman', 'Boat Crew']
  common_variations: ['AB Seaman', 'Able Seaman', 'Deckhand', 'Boat Hand', 'Seaman', 'Mariner', 'Boatman', 'Crew Member']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'equipment', 'others', 'principles', 'control', 'ships', 'materials', 'objects', 'ship', 'vessels', 'operations', 'includes', 'watercraft', 'operate', 'handling', 'moving', 'ideas', 'activities', 'hand', 'monitoring']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01450  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  41  0.01415  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  dwas:32%  inference:7%
others                     40  0.01381  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  dwas:5%
principles                 16  0.00552  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    14  0.00483  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  dwas:7%  inference:7%
ships                      13  0.00449  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:62%  dwas:15%  wikipedia:15%
materials                  13  0.00449  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  dwas:15%  onet_tasks:8%
objects                    13  0.00449  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
ship                       12  0.00414  wikipedia            wikipedia:58%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:8%
vessels                    12  0.00414  dwas                 dwas:42%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:17%
operations                 12  0.00414  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:50%
includes                   12  0.00414  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
watercraft                 12  0.00414  dwas                 dwas:67%  wikipedia:17%  onet_dimensions:8%
operate                    11  0.00380  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:27%  dwas:27%  onet_tasks:18%
handling                   11  0.00380  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  inference:36%  onet_tasks:9%
moving                     11  0.00380  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  dwas:36%
ideas                      11  0.00380  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 11  0.00380  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  dwas:9%  inference:9%
hand                       10  0.00345  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  onet_tasks:20%  inference:10%
monitoring                 10  0.00345  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
problems                   10  0.00345  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  dwas:10%
techniques                 10  0.00345  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00345  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                10  0.00345  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
maritime                   10  0.00345  inference            inference:100%
machinery                   9  0.00311  dwas                 dwas:56%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:11%
procedures                  9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
maintenance                 9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  inference:33%  dwas:11%
human                       9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
physical                    9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
quickly                     9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
marine                      9  0.00311  wikipedia            wikipedia:44%  dwas:33%  inference:22%
machines                    8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
problem                     8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
needs                       8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
management                  8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
standards                   8  0.00276  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%