Preparation
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Preparation zone | Zone 2 – Some preparation needed |
| What O*NET says the zone requires | Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed |
| Broad occupation in O*NET | True (Yes) |
| Skills listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Abilities listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Tasks listed for this occupation | 5 |
| Interest scores given for this occupation | 6 |
Skills
The 6 skills with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Skill | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 2.A.1.b | 3.0 | 07/2014 |
| Critical Thinking | 2.A.2.a | 3.0 | 07/2014 |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.B.1.a | 3.0 | 07/2014 |
| Time Management | 2.B.5.a | 3.0 | 07/2014 |
| Coordination | 2.B.1.b | 2.88 | 07/2014 |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.B.4.e | 2.88 | 07/2014 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Abilities
The 6 abilities with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Ability | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arm-Hand Steadiness | 1.A.2.a.1 | 3.5 | 07/2014 |
| Trunk Strength | 1.A.3.a.4 | 3.38 | 07/2014 |
| Extent Flexibility | 1.A.3.c.1 | 3.25 | 07/2014 |
| Gross Body Equilibrium | 1.A.3.c.4 | 3.25 | 07/2014 |
| Near Vision | 1.A.4.a.1 | 3.25 | 07/2014 |
| Visual Color Discrimination | 1.A.4.a.3 | 3.25 | 07/2014 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Tasks
The tasks O*NET records for this occupation, with the type, respondent count and date each record carries.
| Task | Type | Incumbents responding | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fill cracks, holes, or joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives. | Core | 110 | 07/2014 |
| Cover surfaces with dropcloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting. | Core | 109 | 07/2014 |
| Smooth surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, or sanding machines. | Core | 111 | 07/2014 |
| Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements. | Core | 111 | 07/2014 |
| Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces, such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats. | Core | 110 | 07/2014 |
Work interests
The interest scores O*NET gives this occupation, on the six interest types.
| Interest | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Realistic | 7.0 | 11/2023 |
| Conventional | 3.35 | 11/2023 |
| Artistic | 2.74 | 11/2023 |
| Investigative | 1.54 | 11/2023 |
| Social | 1.26 | 11/2023 |
| Enterprising | 1.0 | 11/2023 |