[Core] [50% incumbents] Inspect product load for accuracy and safely move it around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery.
  DWAs: Inspect cargo areas for cleanliness or condition. | Move materials, equipment, or supplies.

[Supplemental] [50% incumbents] Weigh materials or products and record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
  DWAs: Mark materials or objects for identification. | Weigh materials to ensure compliance with specifications.

[Supplemental] [50% incumbents] Perform routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment, such as cleaning, lubricating, recharging batteries, fueling, or replacing liquefied-gas tank.
  DWAs: Clean vehicles or vehicle components. | Maintain vehicles in good working condition.

[Supplemental] [50% incumbents] Turn valves and open chutes to dump, spray, or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
  DWAs: Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.

[Core] [49% incumbents] Move controls to drive gasoline- or electric-powered trucks, cars, or tractors and transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
  DWAs: Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.

[Core] [48% incumbents] Manually or mechanically load or unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles.
  DWAs: Load shipments, belongings, or materials.

[Core] [47% incumbents] Move levers or controls that operate lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams with swivel-hooks, hoists, or elevating platforms, to load, unload, transport, or stack material.
  DWAs: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

[Core] [47% incumbents] Position lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes and secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  DWAs: Secure cargo. | Position material handling equipment.

[Supplemental] [47% incumbents] Operate or tend automatic stacking, loading, packaging, or cutting machines.
  DWAs: Operate packing or other material processing equipment.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Writing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Mathematics (imp:3.01 lvl:2.71) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  English Language (imp:2.82 lvl:2.60) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Production and Processing (imp:2.80 lvl:3.32) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Transportation (imp:2.75 lvl:1.96) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.53 lvl:2.42) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Administration and Management (imp:2.49) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Administrative (imp:2.34 lvl:1.46) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.32 lvl:1.74) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Education and Training (imp:2.27 lvl:2.33) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Mechanical (imp:2.17 lvl:2.02) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Law and Government (imp:2.11 lvl:1.45) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Building and Construction (imp:2.06 lvl:1.70) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.86 lvl:1.48) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.84 lvl:0.55) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.79) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Communications and Media (imp:1.75) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.69 lvl:1.14) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Telecommunications (imp:1.59 lvl:0.60) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Design (imp:1.53 lvl:0.84) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Biology (imp:1.37) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Chemistry (imp:1.36) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Food Production (imp:1.32) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Geography (imp:1.28) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Psychology (imp:1.26) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Physics (imp:1.25) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.24) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.24) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Foreign Language (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi

--- ABILITIES ---
  Control Precision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — 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
  Far Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Response Orientation (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Rate Control (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Reaction Time (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Depth Perception (imp:3.25 lvl:3.88) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Spatial Orientation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Visualization (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Static Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Near Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  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
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Speech Recognition (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Written Expression (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Stamina (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.50) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  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:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Sound Localization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Originality (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Memorization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Night Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:1.50) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.62 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:4.53 lvl:4.26) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.44 lvl:3.91) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.40 lvl:5.10) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.19 lvl:3.72) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.14 lvl:4.56) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.05 lvl:3.96) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.99 lvl:4.50) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Getting Information (imp:3.83 lvl:3.60) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.77 lvl:4.08) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.75 lvl:3.89) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.71 lvl:3.50) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.70 lvl:3.52) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.64 lvl:3.63) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.53 lvl:3.80) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.46 lvl:3.96) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.40 lvl:3.75) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.37 lvl:3.51) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.28 lvl:3.77) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Working with Computers (imp:3.28 lvl:3.43) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.28 lvl:3.76) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.27 lvl:4.26) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Processing Information (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.24 lvl:3.63) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.13 lvl:2.62) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.12 lvl:3.10) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.09 lvl:3.46) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:3.09 lvl:3.43) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.04 lvl:3.05) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.94 lvl:3.07) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.94 lvl:2.74) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.92 lvl:3.33) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.90 lvl:2.94) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.89 lvl:3.14) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.88 lvl:2.90) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.78 lvl:2.68) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.78 lvl:2.78) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.74 lvl:3.00) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.67 lvl:2.93) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.57 lvl:2.28) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.48 lvl:2.77) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.39 lvl:2.42) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.25) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.03) — 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:1.69) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:1.13) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.02) — 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:0.80) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.66) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Perseverance (imp:0.62) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Cooperation (imp:0.62) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.58) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Adaptability (imp:0.28) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Optimism (imp:0.13) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Sincerity (imp:0.05) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Initiative (imp:0.02) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  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:-0.13) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.24) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Humility (imp:-0.25) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.30) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.37) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.41) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.46) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operation and Control (imp:3.88 lvl:3.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.25) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Repairing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Persuasion (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Instructing (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Programming (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 774,420
  annual_median    : $46,420
  annual_pct10     : $36,840
  annual_pct25     : $40,030
  annual_pct75     : $54,770
  annual_pct90     : $62,520
  annual_mean      : $48,370
  hourly_median    : $22.32

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : District of Columbia ($83,720)
  lowest_state     : Guam ($34,870)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.401x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (54 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:  356,690  median: $  48,080
  Manufacturing                            emp:  174,010  median: $  45,860
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:   92,610  median: $  45,950
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   73,810  median: $  38,330
  Retail Trade                             emp:   35,580  median: $  47,880
  Construction                             emp:    9,290  median: $  50,020
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    7,900  median: $  43,140
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:    7,060  median: $  39,140
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    3,720  median: $  49,780
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    3,630  median: $  45,010

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (20 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:  356,690  median: $  48,080
  Manufacturing                            emp:  174,010  median: $  45,860
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:   92,610  median: $  45,950
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   73,810  median: $  38,330
  Retail Trade                             emp:   35,580  median: $  47,880
  Construction                             emp:    9,290  median: $  50,020
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    7,900  median: $  43,140
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:    7,060  median: $  39,140
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    3,720  median: $  49,780
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    3,630  median: $  45,010

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  Title: Tractor (similarity: 0.3111)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tractor
  QID: Q39495
  Extract: A tractor is an engineering vehicle specifically designed to deliver a high tractive effort at slow speeds, for the purposes of hauling a trailer or machinery, such as that used in agriculture, mining or construction. Most commonly, the term is used to describe a farm vehicle that provides the power

  Title: Farm truck (similarity: 0.2917)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farm_truck
  QID: Q4922993
  Extract: A farm truck also called agriculture truck is a vehicle designated for agricultural use and may include anything from small pick-up trucks or full size trucks.

  Title: Fordson (similarity: 0.1333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fordson
  QID: Q2003307
  Extract: Fordson was a brand name of tractors and trucks. It was used on a range of mass-produced general-purpose tractors manufactured by Henry Ford & Son Inc from 1917 to 1920, by Ford Motor Company (U.S.) and Ford Motor Company Ltd (U.K.) from 1920 to 1928, and by Ford Motor Company Ltd (U.K.) alone from 

  Title: International Harvester (similarity: 0.3607)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Harvester
  QID: Q263800
  Extract: The International Harvester Company was an American manufacturer of agricultural and construction equipment, automobiles, commercial trucks, lawn and garden products, household equipment, and more. It was formed from the 1902 merger of the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company, Deering Harvester Comp

  Title: Ballast tractor (similarity: 0.3774)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ballast_tractor
  QID: Q1216209
  Extract: A ballast tractor is a specially weighted tractor unit of a heavy hauler combination. It is designed to utilize a drawbar to pull or push heavy or exceptionally large trailer loads which are loaded in a hydraulic modular trailer. When feasible, lowboy-style semi-trailers are used to minimize the hei

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Rich O*NET data with detailed work activities, comprehensive wage data, and clear industry employment patterns provide strong foundation for analysis.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T03:28:20.157152+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,581
tokens_output        : 4,276
cost_usd             : $0.046108
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, with closest semantic matches being general tractor and truck-related articles that don't specifically address industrial material handling equipment operations.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Industrial truck and tractor operators operate powered vehicles like forklifts, tractors, and material handling equipment to move goods and materials in warehouses, factories, construction sites, and storage yards. These operators perform essential logistics functions including loading, unloading, weighing, and transporting materials while maintaining equipment and ensuring workplace safety. According to BLS OEWS May 2025, this occupation employs 774,420 workers nationwide with a median annual wage of $46,420.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Operators begin shifts by inspecting their assigned vehicles and equipment for safety and mechanical issues, performing routine maintenance like cleaning, lubricating, and battery charging as needed. They spend most of their time operating forklifts, tractors, or other industrial vehicles to transport materials between loading areas, storage locations, and production zones throughout facilities. Daily tasks include weighing materials and recording production data on tags or labels, manually or mechanically loading and unloading materials from pallets and transport vehicles, and positioning lifting devices to secure materials for safe transport. They also operate controls for automatic stacking, loading, and packaging machines, and turn valves or open chutes to release materials from storage bins into hoppers.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful operators possess strong physical coordination and precision, with the ability to control multiple vehicle functions simultaneously while maintaining spatial awareness in busy work environments. They demonstrate high dependability and cautiousness, as their work directly impacts workplace safety and operational efficiency. These individuals excel at following detailed procedures while making quick decisions when unexpected situations arise, such as equipment malfunctions or safety hazards. The role suits people who prefer hands-on work with mechanical systems and can maintain focus during repetitive tasks while staying alert to changing conditions around them.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require only a high school diploma or equivalent, with 73.4% of workers having this educational level and 22.5% having less than high school completion. Employers typically provide on-the-job training covering equipment operation, safety procedures, and workplace-specific protocols. Many operators obtain certification for specific equipment types like forklifts through brief training programs lasting days to weeks. Previous experience with machinery, vehicles, or warehouse work provides advantages but is not always required for entry-level positions.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced operators often advance to supervisory roles overseeing warehouse or logistics operations, or specialize in operating more complex equipment like cranes or construction machinery. Some transition into equipment maintenance and repair roles, leveraging their mechanical knowledge and hands-on experience. Others move into logistics coordination, inventory management, or transportation planning positions within their organizations. The foundational skills in equipment operation and material handling transfer well to related fields in construction, mining, and specialized transportation.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 774,420 workers with strong demand across transportation and warehousing (356,690 employed), manufacturing (174,010), and wholesale trade (92,610) sectors according to BLS OEWS May 2025. Median annual wages of $46,420 range from $36,840 at the 10th percentile to $62,520 at the 90th percentile, with significant geographic variation from $34,870 in Guam to $83,720 in Washington DC. The role's importance in supply chain operations and e-commerce growth suggests stable employment prospects. Job Zone 2 classification indicates accessible entry requirements, making this an important pathway for workers without extensive formal education. Wages vary considerably by industry and region, with higher compensation typically found in specialized industrial applications and major metropolitan areas.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
While warehouse automation and autonomous vehicles pose long-term challenges, current technology limitations in complex spatial reasoning and equipment adaptability provide near-term job security. The work requires real-time decision-making, equipment troubleshooting, and handling of irregular materials that remain difficult to fully automate, particularly in smaller facilities with diverse operational requirements.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand (53-7062.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve handling and moving materials in similar work environments, with manual laborers often advancing to equipment operator positions.
    data: Both share 'Handling and Moving Objects' as top work activity
    data: Both work in transportation and warehousing
    data: Similar job zone requirements
  [skill_overlap] Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators (47-2073.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require 'Operation and Control' and 'Operations Monitoring' skills for operating complex machinery safely and effectively.
    data: Operation and Control skill overlap
    data: Equipment operation focus
    data: Similar RIASEC realistic orientation
  [task_similarity] Crane and Tower Operators (53-7021.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both operate lifting devices and require similar abilities in 'Control Precision' and 'Multilimb Coordination' for safe equipment operation.
    data: Control Precision ability
    data: Multilimb Coordination ability
    data: Operating lifting equipment tasks
  [knowledge_overlap] Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines (49-3042.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Equipment maintenance tasks and mechanical knowledge overlap, as operators perform routine maintenance and understand equipment mechanics.
    data: Equipment Maintenance skill
    data: Routine maintenance tasks
    data: Mechanical equipment knowledge
  [riasec_cluster] Hoist and Winch Operators (53-7041.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both share dominant realistic RIASEC orientation and involve operating mechanical equipment for material handling in industrial settings.
    data: Realistic RIASEC orientation
    data: Material handling focus
    data: Equipment operation emphasis

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['forklift operator', 'industrial truck operator', 'tractor operator', 'material handling equipment', 'warehouse equipment operator', 'lift truck driver', 'dolly driver', 'electric truck operator']
  exclude_keywords : ['over-the-road trucker', 'delivery driver', 'farm tractor', 'construction equipment', 'crane operator']
  title_patterns   : ['*truck operator', '*tractor operator', 'forklift*', '*lift truck*', '*dolly*']
  common_variations: ['forklift operator', 'lift truck operator', 'industrial equipment operator', 'warehouse equipment operator', 'material handling operator', 'dolly operator', 'electric truck operator', 'CAT operator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'materials', 'vehicles', 'principles', 'control', 'objects', 'material', 'includes', 'production', 'operate', 'ideas', 'procedures', 'techniques', 'moving', 'handling', 'body', 'devices', 'machines']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  44  0.01604  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:52%  inference:27%  dwas:14%
tendency                   42  0.01531  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01421  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  inference:3%
materials                  26  0.00948  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  inference:31%  onet_tasks:15%
vehicles                   16  0.00583  inference            inference:38%  onet_dimensions:25%  dwas:25%
principles                 16  0.00583  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    13  0.00474  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
objects                    13  0.00474  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  dwas:8%
material                   12  0.00437  dwas                 dwas:33%  onet_dimensions:25%  inference:25%
includes                   12  0.00437  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                 11  0.00401  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:18%  onet_tasks:9%
operate                    11  0.00401  dwas                 dwas:36%  onet_dimensions:27%  onet_tasks:18%
ideas                      11  0.00401  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                 10  0.00364  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
techniques                 10  0.00364  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
moving                     10  0.00364  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:70%  dwas:30%
handling                   10  0.00364  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:40%  dwas:10%
body                       10  0.00364  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
devices                     9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:11%
machines                    9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  inference:11%
problems                    9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
resources                   9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
operations                  9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:33%
quickly                     9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
activities                  9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
move                        8  0.00292  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:38%  onet_dimensions:25%  inference:25%
products                    8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  onet_tasks:25%  wikipedia:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
management                  8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
mechanical                  8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  inference:38%
needed                      8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
events                      8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
developing                  8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%