[Core] [77% incumbents] Move levers, pedals, and throttles to stop, start, and regulate speeds of hoist or winch drums in response to hand, bell, buzzer, telephone, loud-speaker, or whistle signals, or by observing dial indicators or cable marks.
  DWAs: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Move or reposition hoists, winches, loads and materials, manually or using equipment and machines such as trucks, cars, and hand trucks.
  DWAs: Move materials, equipment, or supplies. | Position material handling equipment.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Signal and assist other workers loading or unloading materials.
  DWAs: Load shipments, belongings, or materials. | Communicate with others to coordinate material handling or movement.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Attach, fasten, and disconnect cables or lines to loads, materials, and equipment, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Connect cables or electrical lines.

[Supplemental] [77% incumbents] Apply hand or foot brakes and move levers to lock hoists or winches.
  DWAs: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

[Supplemental] [77% incumbents] Oil winch drums so that cables will wind smoothly.
  DWAs: Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition.

[Supplemental] [77% incumbents] Climb ladders to position and set up vehicle-mounted derricks.
  DWAs: Climb ladders or vehicles to perform duties.

[Supplemental] [77% incumbents] Repair, maintain, and adjust equipment, using hand tools.
  DWAs: Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition.

[Supplemental] [77% incumbents] Tend auxiliary equipment, such as jacks, slings, cables, or stop blocks, to facilitate moving items or materials for further processing.
  DWAs: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

[Core] [76% incumbents] Observe equipment gauges and indicators and hand signals of other workers to verify load positions or depths.
  DWAs: Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation.

[Core] [76% incumbents] Operate compressed air, diesel, electric, gasoline, or steam-driven hoists or winches to control movement of cableways, cages, derricks, draglines, loaders, railcars, or skips.
  DWAs: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Start engines of hoists or winches and use levers and pedals to wind or unwind cable on drums.
  DWAs: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Select loads or materials according to weight and size specifications.
  DWAs: Select project materials.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.75 lvl:2.62) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.62 lvl:2.62) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Listening (imp:3.38 lvl:2.38) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.12 lvl:2.25) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Learning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Mathematics (imp:2.62 lvl:1.88) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Writing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Science (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Mechanical (imp:3.09 lvl:4.02) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:2.63 lvl:1.83) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.61 lvl:3.10) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Transportation (imp:2.57 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Administration and Management (imp:2.49 lvl:2.71) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.47 lvl:2.39) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Education and Training (imp:2.46 lvl:2.16) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Mathematics (imp:2.26 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Production and Processing (imp:2.13 lvl:2.42) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Physics (imp:2.12 lvl:2.19) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Design (imp:2.00 lvl:2.31) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Building and Construction (imp:1.95) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.69 lvl:1.14) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.64 lvl:1.27) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Telecommunications (imp:1.60 lvl:0.63) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Chemistry (imp:1.58 lvl:0.84) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Law and Government (imp:1.37) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.35) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Administrative (imp:1.27) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.27) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.26) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Communications and Media (imp:1.17) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.16) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Psychology (imp:1.16) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Geography (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Biology (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Foreign Language (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  History and Archeology (imp:1.09) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.08) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.06) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.06) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 

--- ABILITIES ---
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.63 lvl:2.63) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Control Precision (imp:3.63 lvl:3.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Reaction Time (imp:3.63 lvl:3.50) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Depth Perception (imp:3.63 lvl:3.50) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.50 lvl:3.63) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.38 lvl:3.63) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.38 lvl:2.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.38 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:2.63) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Visualization (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Rate Control (imp:3.25 lvl:2.63) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Far Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.13 lvl:2.88) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.13 lvl:2.75) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.13 lvl:3.50) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:3.13 lvl:2.50) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:2.63) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Response Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:1.75) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Sound Localization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.13) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.63 lvl:2.13) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Time Sharing (imp:2.63 lvl:2.63) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.63 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Static Strength (imp:2.63 lvl:3.13) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.63 lvl:2.63) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Written Expression (imp:2.50 lvl:2.13) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Originality (imp:2.50 lvl:2.13) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Memorization (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Number Facility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Stamina (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.13 lvl:1.50) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Night Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.63) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.13 lvl:0.13) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.13 lvl:0.13) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:4.24 lvl:5.37) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.14 lvl:5.51) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Getting Information (imp:4.13 lvl:3.94) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:4.12 lvl:5.28) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.10 lvl:5.44) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.09 lvl:4.75) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.07 lvl:5.19) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.94 lvl:4.22) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.92 lvl:4.77) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.82 lvl:4.05) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.65 lvl:3.98) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.65 lvl:3.80) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.62 lvl:4.33) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.59 lvl:3.31) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.52 lvl:3.05) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Processing Information (imp:3.50 lvl:3.82) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.22 lvl:2.65) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.19 lvl:3.77) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.00 lvl:3.31) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.99 lvl:2.98) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.96 lvl:3.67) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.91 lvl:3.77) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.91 lvl:3.10) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.88 lvl:3.81) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:2.80 lvl:3.41) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.77 lvl:2.25) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.76 lvl:2.44) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.75 lvl:2.34) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.75 lvl:3.48) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.63 lvl:2.98) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.49 lvl:2.76) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.49 lvl:2.59) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.47 lvl:1.50) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.32 lvl:2.19) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Working with Computers (imp:2.32 lvl:2.24) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.10 lvl:1.82) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.81) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:1.66) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:1.53) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.48) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.38) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.36) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.28) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.92) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.16) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Self-Control (imp:0.95) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Integrity (imp:0.91) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cooperation (imp:0.64) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.60) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance (imp:0.55) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.33) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Adaptability (imp:0.16) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Sincerity (imp:0.09) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Empathy (imp:-0.10) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Initiative (imp:-0.12) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Humility (imp:-0.12) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.12) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Optimism (imp:-0.13) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.19) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.43) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.69) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.71) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Time Management (imp:3.50 lvl:2.75) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Operation and Control (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.25 lvl:2.38) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.25 lvl:2.50) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.12 lvl:2.25) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Instructing (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Repairing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Persuasion (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Negotiation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Technology Design (imp:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 2,600
  annual_median    : $56,450
  annual_pct10     : $35,640
  annual_pct25     : $42,690
  annual_pct75     : $94,350
  annual_pct90     : $118,210
  annual_mean      : $67,710
  hourly_median    : $27.14

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Illinois ($118,210)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($21,890)
  dispersion_ratio : 5.400x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (17 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:      630  median: $  42,900
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      530  median: $  74,950
  Construction                             emp:      320  median: $  57,000
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      230  median: $  46,560
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      150  median: $  35,520
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      120  median: $  67,930
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:       90  median: $  90,080
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:       50  median: $  59,650
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:       40  median: $  60,330

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (9 total) ---
  Manufacturing                            emp:      630  median: $  42,900
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      530  median: $  74,950
  Construction                             emp:      320  median: $  57,000
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      230  median: $  46,560
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      150  median: $  35,520
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction emp:      120  median: $  67,930
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:       90  median: $  90,080
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:       50  median: $  59,650
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:       40  median: $  60,330

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Winch (similarity: 0.3333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winch
  QID: Q258534
  Extract: A winch is a mechanical device that is used to pull in or let out or otherwise adjust the tension of a rope or wire rope.

  Title: Hoist (device) (similarity: 0.5128)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoist_(device)
  QID: Q1411613
  Extract: A hoist is a device used for lifting or lowering a load by means of a drum or lift-wheel around which rope or chain wraps. It may be manually operated, electrically or pneumatically driven and may use chain, fiber or wire rope as its lifting medium. The most familiar form is an elevator, the car of 

  Title: Crane (machine) (similarity: 0.3000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crane_(machine)
  QID: Q178692
  Extract: A crane is a machine used to move materials both vertically and horizontally, utilizing a system of a boom, hoist, wire ropes or chains, and sheaves for lifting and relocating heavy objects within the swing of its boom. The device uses one or more simple machines, such as the lever and pulley, to cr

  Title: Fly system (similarity: 0.1714)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fly_system
  QID: Q228266
  Extract: A fly system, or theatrical rigging system, is a system of ropes, pulleys, counterweights and related devices within a theater that enables a stage crew to quickly, quietly and safely fly (hoist) components such as curtains, lights, scenery, stage effects and, sometimes, people. Systems are typicall

  Title: Studebaker US6 2½-ton 6×6 truck (similarity: 0.2857)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Studebaker_US6_2%C2%BD-ton_6%C3%976_truck
  QID: Q1726473
  Extract: The Studebaker US6 (G630) was a series of 2+1⁄2-ton 6×6 and 5-ton 6×4 trucks manufactured by the Studebaker Corporation and REO Motor Car Company during World War II. The basic cargo version was designed to transport a 2+1⁄2-short-ton cargo load over any type of terrain in any weather. Most of these

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data with detailed work activities, clear wage data from BLS, and well-defined skill requirements support high confidence in most assertions.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T03:27:21.971074+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,606
tokens_output        : 4,146
cost_usd             : $0.044750
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, though 'Hoist (device)' provides relevant technical context about the lifting mechanisms these operators control. The semantic neighbors confirm the mechanical nature of hoisting and winching equipment.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Hoist and Winch Operators control power-operated cable equipment to lift, move, and position heavy loads across construction sites, manufacturing facilities, and transportation terminals. These operators use specialized machinery including hoists, winches, and auxiliary equipment like jacks and slings to handle materials safely and efficiently. The role requires mechanical aptitude, precise motor control, and constant vigilance for safety protocols while coordinating with ground crews through hand signals and communication systems.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Operators begin by inspecting their equipment, checking cables, drums, and safety mechanisms before starting work. They position hoists and winches for optimal load handling, then respond to hand signals and radio communications to lift, move, and lower materials with precise control of levers, pedals, and throttles. Throughout operations, they monitor equipment gauges and load positions while coordinating with ground crews who attach and disconnect cables. Regular maintenance tasks include oiling winch drums, adjusting equipment settings, and performing basic repairs using hand tools. Safety protocols require constant attention to load limits, weather conditions, and the positioning of personnel in work zones.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful operators possess strong mechanical intuition combined with excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness, as evidenced by high requirements for Control Precision (level 3.9) and Depth Perception (level 3.5). They demonstrate exceptional dependability and cautiousness, critical traits given the safety implications of handling heavy loads around personnel. The realistic work environment attracts individuals who prefer hands-on problem-solving over abstract thinking, with strong Reaction Time (level 3.5) enabling quick responses to changing conditions. Those who excel typically have good stress tolerance and can maintain focus during repetitive operations while remaining alert to potential hazards.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require only a high school diploma (41.2% of workers) or equivalent, with 23.5% holding post-secondary certificates in construction trades or equipment operation. Entry-level operators typically receive on-the-job training lasting several weeks to months, learning equipment-specific controls and safety procedures. Some employers prefer candidates with prior experience in construction, manufacturing, or material handling, though this is not always required for Job Zone 2 positions.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced operators often advance to crane operator positions, which offer higher wages and more complex equipment operation. Career progression may lead to equipment maintenance supervisor roles or specialized positions like tower crane operation. Some operators transition into related fields such as rigging, heavy equipment mechanics, or construction equipment operation, leveraging their mechanical knowledge and safety training.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs approximately 2,600 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $56,450 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Geographic variation is substantial, with Illinois operators earning $118,210 compared to $21,890 in Puerto Rico, representing a 5.40x wage differential. Manufacturing leads employment with 630 positions, followed by Transportation and Warehousing (530) and Construction (320). The limited employment base suggests specialized demand concentrated in heavy industry regions and major ports. Automation pressure remains moderate as the role requires human judgment for safety-critical load handling decisions.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Automation risk appears moderate given the requirement for human judgment in safety-critical operations and real-time coordination with ground crews. While computerized load monitoring systems are becoming more common, the core activities of responding to hand signals, assessing load stability, and making split-second safety decisions remain difficult to automate fully.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Crane and Tower Operators (53-7021) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share core competencies in Control Precision (level 3.9) and equipment operation with similar mechanical knowledge requirements.
    data: Control Precision level 3.9
    data: Mechanical knowledge level 4.0
    data: Operating Vehicles/Equipment activity level 5.3
  [task_similarity] Riggers (49-9096) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Riggers perform complementary cable attachment and load securing tasks that directly interface with hoist operations.
    data: Attach/disconnect cables task
    data: Signal coordination with workers
    data: Safety equipment handling
  [riasec_cluster] Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (53-7051) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations fall within the realistic cluster (R=6.89) emphasizing hands-on mechanical equipment operation.
    data: RIASEC Realistic score 6.89
    data: Job Zone 2 preparation level
    data: Equipment operation focus
  [career_pathway] Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators (47-2073) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Natural advancement path utilizing transferable mechanical skills and equipment operation experience in construction settings.
    data: Mechanical knowledge level 4.0
    data: Construction industry employment
    data: Equipment maintenance activities
  [transferable_skill] Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics (49-3042) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Equipment maintenance and repair activities (importance 4.2, level 5.4) provide direct skill transfer to mechanical repair roles.
    data: Repairing Mechanical Equipment activity level 5.4
    data: Hand tool usage
    data: Equipment inspection tasks

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['hoist operator', 'winch operator', 'cable operator', 'lift operator', 'air hoist', 'boat hoist', 'material hoist', 'power winch']
  exclude_keywords : ['crane operator', 'forklift operator', 'elevator operator', 'rigging specialist', 'tower crane']
  title_patterns   : ['*hoist operator*', '*winch operator*', '*cable operator*', '*lift operator*', '*boat puller*']
  common_variations: ['air hoist operator', 'boat hoist operator', 'cable way operator', 'cage operator', 'material hoist operator', 'power winch operator', 'electric hoist operator', 'hydraulic hoist operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'materials', 'hand', 'control', 'principles', 'moving', 'objects', 'hoists', 'includes', 'mechanical', 'handling', 'ideas', 'lifting', 'load', 'safety', 'techniques', 'quickly', 'activities']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  51  0.01852  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  inference:24%  dwas:20%
tendency                   42  0.01526  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  dwas:3%
materials                  22  0.00799  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  onet_tasks:23%  dwas:14%
hand                       18  0.00654  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:39%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:28%
control                    18  0.00654  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:28%  onet_tasks:6%
principles                 16  0.00581  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
moving                     15  0.00545  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:47%  dwas:47%  onet_tasks:7%
objects                    13  0.00472  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
hoists                     12  0.00436  dwas                 dwas:42%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:17%
includes                   12  0.00436  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
mechanical                 11  0.00400  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  inference:36%  wikipedia:18%
handling                   11  0.00400  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:45%  inference:36%  dwas:18%
ideas                      11  0.00400  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
lifting                    11  0.00400  dwas                 dwas:45%  wikipedia:36%  onet_dimensions:9%
load                       10  0.00363  inference            inference:60%  wikipedia:20%  onet_tasks:10%
safety                     10  0.00363  inference            inference:90%  onet_dimensions:10%
techniques                 10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                    10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  wikipedia:10%
activities                 10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
move                        9  0.00327  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  onet_dimensions:22%  inference:22%
machines                    9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  wikipedia:11%
operate                     9  0.00327  dwas                 dwas:56%  onet_dimensions:33%  onet_tasks:11%
problems                    9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                  9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
procedures                  9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
operations                  9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
human                       9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
orientation                 9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
operators                   9  0.00327  inference            inference:100%
tools                       8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  onet_tasks:25%  inference:12%
problem                     8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
needs                       8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
material                    8  0.00291  dwas                 dwas:50%  onet_dimensions:38%  inference:12%