Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
Enforce fire regulations, inspect forest for fire hazards and recommend forest fire prevention or control measures. May report forest fires and weather conditions.
Education & Training
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Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
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Training Provided After Hiring
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How AI Impacts Each Task
16 tasks analyzed
Relay messages about emergencies, accidents, locations of crew and personnel, and fire hazard conditions.
Direct crews working on firelines during forest fires.
Estimate sizes and characteristics of fires, and report findings to base camps by radio or telephone.
Administer regulations regarding sanitation, fire prevention, violation corrections, and related forest regulations.
Extinguish smaller fires with portable extinguishers, shovels, and axes.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Relay messages about emergencies, accidents, locations of crew and personnel, and fire hazard conditions. | - | - | - |
| Direct crews working on firelines during forest fires. | - | - | - |
| Estimate sizes and characteristics of fires, and report findings to base camps by radio or telephone. | - | - | - |
| Administer regulations regarding sanitation, fire prevention, violation corrections, and related forest regulations. | - | - | - |
| Extinguish smaller fires with portable extinguishers, shovels, and axes. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$52,380
per year
Mean Wage
$61,820
per year
Employment
3K
workers
Wage Range
$33,590 - $100,450
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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