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Career: Forest Fire Fighters
Job Description
Control and suppress fires in forests or vacant public land.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
100
|
Extinguish flames and embers to suppress fires, using shovels, or engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps. |
98
|
Collaborate with other firefighters as a member of a firefighting crew. |
98
|
Maintain contact with fire dispatchers at all times to notify them of the need for additional firefighters and supplies, or to detail any difficulties encountered. |
98
|
Fell trees, cut and clear brush, and dig trenches to create firelines, using axes, chainsaws or shovels. |
97
|
Patrol burned areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that may restart fires. |
97
|
Participate in physical training to maintain high levels of physical fitness. |
97
|
Maintain knowledge of current firefighting practices by participating in drills and by attending seminars, conventions, and conferences. |
96
|
Operate pumps connected to high-pressure hoses. |
95
|
Establish water supplies, connect hoses, and direct water onto fires. |
94
|
Test and maintain tools, equipment, jump gear and parachutes to ensure readiness for fire suppression activities. |
91
|
Organize fire caches, positioning equipment for the most effective response. |
89
|
Inform and educate the public about fire prevention. |
89
|
Participate in fire prevention and inspection programs. |
88
|
Maintain fire equipment and firehouse living quarters. |
87
|
Transport personnel and cargo to and from fire areas. |
85
|
Perform forest maintenance and improvement tasks such as cutting brush, planting trees, building trails and marking timber. |
83
|
Orient self in relation to fire, using compass and map, and collect supplies and equipment dropped by parachute. |
74
|
Rescue fire victims, and administer emergency medical aid. |
74
|
Take action to contain any hazardous chemicals that could catch fire, leak, or spill. |
63
|
Observe forest areas from fire lookout towers to spot potential problems. |
54
|
Serve as fully trained lead helicopter crewmember and as helispot manager. |
34
|
Drop weighted paper streamers from aircraft to determine the speed and direction of the wind at fire sites. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
89
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
84
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
76
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
74
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
73
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
73
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
73
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
72
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
72
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
70
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|
70
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
70
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
70
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
68
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
68
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
67
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
67
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
66
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
65
|
Thinking Creatively
|
65
|
Getting Information
|
64
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
64
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
63
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
63
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
62
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
62
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
62
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
61
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
61
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|
61
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
59
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
57
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
55
|
Processing Information
|
55
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
52
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
50
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
49
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
40
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
40
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
37
|
Interacting With Computers
|
36
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|