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Forest Firefighters

Also known as: Fire Fighter, Fire Management Specialist, Fire Rescue Technician, Fire Technician, Firefighter, Forest Fire Suppression Specialist, Forest Firefighter, Forestry Fire Aid, Forestry Fire Technician, Hot Shot

Control and suppress fires in forests or vacant public land.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Less than High School20%
High School Diploma61%
Level 1119%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None65%
6 months - 1 year6%
4-6 years19%
8-10 years9%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None20%
1-3 months1%
3-6 months19%
6 months - 1 year32%
2-4 years29%

How AI Impacts Each Task

23 tasks analyzed

Rescue fire victims, and administer emergency medical aid.

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.

Collaborate with other firefighters as a member of a firefighting crew.

Patrol burned areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that may restart fires.

Establish water supplies, connect hoses, and direct water onto fires.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

DependabilityAdaptability/FlexibilityStress ToleranceSelf ControlInitiativeCooperationLeadershipAttention to DetailIntegrityPersistenceConcern for OthersAchievement/Effort

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$59,530

per year

Mean Wage

$63,890

per year

Employment

332K

workers

Wage Range

$34,490 - $101,330

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$34,490Median: $59,530$101,330
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