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33-2011.00 - Firefighters

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Importance	Category	Task
93	Core	Rescue victims from burning buildings, accident sites, and water hazards.
91	Core	Dress with equipment such as fire-resistant clothing and breathing apparatus.
90	Core	Assess fires and situations and report conditions to superiors to receive instructions, using two-way radios.
90	Core	Move toward the source of a fire, using knowledge of types of fires, construction design, building materials, and physical layout of properties.
90	Core	Respond to fire alarms and other calls for assistance, such as automobile and industrial accidents.
89	Core	Create openings in buildings for ventilation or entrance, using axes, chisels, crowbars, electric saws, or core cutters.
88	Core	Drive and operate fire fighting vehicles and equipment.
88	Core	Inspect fire sites after flames have been extinguished to ensure that there is no further danger.
87	Core	Position and climb ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings, or to rescue individuals from burning structures.
87	Core	Select and attach hose nozzles, depending on fire type, and direct streams of water or chemicals onto fires.
84	Core	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.
84	Core	Collaborate with other firefighters as a member of a firefighting crew.
83	Core	Patrol burned areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that may restart fires.
83	Core	Collaborate with police to respond to accidents, disasters, and arson investigation calls.
82	Core	Participate in fire drills and demonstrations of fire fighting techniques.
82	Core	Maintain knowledge of current firefighting practices by participating in drills and by attending seminars, conventions, and conferences.
82	Core	Prepare written reports that detail specifics of fire incidents.
81	Core	Participate in physical training activities to maintain a high level of physical fitness.
81	Core	Protect property from water and smoke, using waterproof salvage covers, smoke ejectors, and deodorants.
81	Core	Inform and educate the public on fire prevention.
80	Core	Salvage property by removing broken glass, pumping out water, and ventilating buildings to remove smoke.
80	Core	Orient self in relation to fire, using compass and map, and collect supplies and equipment dropped by parachute.
80	Core	Clean and maintain fire stations and fire fighting equipment and apparatus.
79	Core	Inspect buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances, testing and checking smoke alarms and fire suppression equipment as necessary.
76	Core	Take action to contain any hazardous chemicals that could catch fire, leak, or spill.
74	Core	Extinguish flames and embers to suppress fires, using shovels or engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
Not available	Not available	Administer first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation to injured persons or provide emergency medical care such as basic or advanced life support.
Not available	Not available	Operate pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
Not available	Not available	Search to locate fire victims.
Not available	Not available	Train new employees to control and suppress fires.

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Technology Skills   Save Table (XLS/CSV)

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• Analytical or scientific software — Plume modeling software
• Data base user interface and query software — Affiliated Computer Services ACS FIREHOUSE; Fire incident reporting systems; Microsoft Access
• Electronic mail software — Email software
• Geographic information system — Geographic information system GIS software
• Internet browser software — Web browser software
• Office suite software — Corel WordPerfect; Corel WordPerfect Office Suite; Microsoft Office
• Operating system software — Microsoft Windows
• Project management software — Incident command system ICS software
• Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
• Word processing software — Microsoft Word

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Importance		Knowledge
86		Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
79		Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
78		Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
69		Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
69		Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
67		Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
65		English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
59		Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
57		Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
57		Chemistry — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
54		Medicine and Dentistry — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
52		Geography — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
50		Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
50		Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
47		Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
46		Physics — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
45		Administrative — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
45		Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
43		Communications and Media — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
41		Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
41		Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
36		Therapy and Counseling — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
32		Biology — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
32		Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
28		Sociology and Anthropology — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
23		Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
23		Philosophy and Theology — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
21		Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
17		Foreign Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
16		History and Archeology — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
9		Sales and Marketing — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
8		Food Production — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
6		Fine Arts — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.

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Importance		Skill
70		Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
70		Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
69		Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
69		Operations Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
67		Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
66		Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
64		Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
64		Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
61		Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
58		Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.
58		Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
53		Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
53		Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
53		Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
52		Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
52		Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
49		Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
49		Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
47		Negotiation — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
45		Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
45		Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
44		Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
44		Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
42		Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
42		Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
42		Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
41		Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
33		Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
28		Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
25		Management of Material Resources — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
22		Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
19		Management of Financial Resources — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
17		Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
6		Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
2		Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

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Importance		Ability
75		Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
75		Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
72		Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
72		Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
70		Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
70		Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
69		Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
69		Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
69		Response Orientation — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
67		Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
67		Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
67		Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
67		Stamina — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
64		Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
63		Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
63		Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
61		Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.
61		Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
61		Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
60		Depth Perception — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
60		Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
60		Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
58		Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
58		Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
58		Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
58		Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
56		Auditory Attention — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
56		Dynamic Strength — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
56		Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
56		Perceptual Speed — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
56		Spatial Orientation — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
56		Time Sharing — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
55		Gross Body Equilibrium — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
53		Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
52		Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
52		Gross Body Coordination — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
52		Hearing Sensitivity — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
50		Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
50		Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
50		Speed of Limb Movement — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
50		Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
49		Glare Sensitivity — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
47		Originality — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
45		Peripheral Vision — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
44		Night Vision — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
41		Memorization — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
41		Wrist-Finger Speed — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
38		Explosive Strength — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
36		Sound Localization — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
28		Number Facility — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
27		Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
14		Dynamic Flexibility — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.

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Work Activities   Save Table (XLS/CSV)

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Importance		Work Activity
85		Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
84		Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
84		Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
81		Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
81		Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
79		Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
79		Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
78		Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
78		Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
74		Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
74		Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
72		Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
72		Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
71		Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
70		Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
69		Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
67		Communicating with People Outside the Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
67		Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
66		Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
65		Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
65		Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
63		Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
63		Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
62		Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
60		Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
60		Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
59		Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
59		Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
59		Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
57		Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
57		Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
56		Providing Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
53		Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
52		Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
52		Working with Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
51		Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
45		Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
45		Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
42		Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
42		Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
37		Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

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Context		Work Context
93		Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
91		Contact With Others — How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
91		Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
88		Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
87		Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?
86		Deal With External Customers — How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?
85		In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?
83		Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
82		Coordinate or Lead Others — How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
82		Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?
81		Exposed to Contaminants — How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
81		Frequency of Decision Making — How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
81		Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?
81		Physical Proximity — To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
79		Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
78		Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
78		Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
78		Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
78		Structured versus Unstructured Work — To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
76		Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
76		Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
75		Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
75		Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection — How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?
73		Consequence of Error — How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
72		Time Pressure — How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
70		Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
70		Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?
68		Level of Competition — To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?
67		Exposed to Hazardous Conditions — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
65		Spend Time Standing — How much does this job require standing?
63		Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People — How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?
62		Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
61		Exposed to Disease or Infections — How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?
60		Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
60		Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?
59		Frequency of Conflict Situations — How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
58		Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?
58		Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
57		Outdoors, Under Cover — How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?
54		Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?
54		Letters and Memos — How often does the job require written letters and memos?
53		Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
52		Exposed to High Places — How often does this job require exposure to high places?
52		Public Speaking — How often do you have to perform public speaking in this job?
50		In an Open Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?
48		Spend Time Walking and Running — How much does this job require walking and running?
43		Deal With Physically Aggressive People — How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?
42		Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling — How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?
41		Exposed to Whole Body Vibration — How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (e.g., operate a jackhammer)?
41		Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance — How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?
39		Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting?
31		Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles — How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles?
27		Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment — How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)
26		Degree of Automation — How automated is the job?
20		Exposed to Radiation — How often does this job require exposure to radiation?

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Credentials

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Interests   Save Table (XLS/CSV)

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Occupational Interest		Interest
100		Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
64		Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.
39		Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
33		Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
20		Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
3		Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.

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Work Styles   Save Table (XLS/CSV)

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Importance		Work Style
92		Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
91		Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
90		Self-Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
89		Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
88		Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
87		Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
86		Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
86		Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
85		Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
83		Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
79		Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
77		Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
76		Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
74		Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
67		Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
62		Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.

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Work Values   Save Table (XLS/CSV)

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Extent		Work Value
81		Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
78		Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
75		Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
64		Recognition — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.
61		Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
58		Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

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Related Occupations   Save Table (XLS/CSV)

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33-1021.00	First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers
37-1012.00	First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers
47-4041.00	Hazardous Materials Removal Workers
47-5012.00	Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas
47-5032.00	Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and Blasters
49-9051.00	Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers
49-9092.00	Commercial Divers
51-8031.00	Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators
53-5021.00	Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels   Bright Outlook
53-5031.00	Ship Engineers

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Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages (2020)	$25.24 hourly, $52,500 annual
State wages	Select a State Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming American Samoa Guam Northern Mariana Islands Puerto Rico Virgin Islands
Local wages	ZIP Code:
Employment (2020)	317,200 employees
Projected growth (2020-2030)	Average (5% to 10%)
Projected job openings (2020-2030)	27,000
State trends	Select a State Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming American Samoa Guam Northern Mariana Islands Puerto Rico Virgin Islands
Top industries (2020)	Government (95% employed in this sector) (see all industries)

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020 wage data and 2020-2030 employment projections . "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2020-2030). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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Job Openings on the Web

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Sources of Additional Information

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Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.

• IAFF FireFighters
• International Association of Black Professional Firefighters
• International Association of Wildland Fire
• International Association of Women in Fire and Emergency Services
• National Fire Protection Association
• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
• National Wildfire Suppression Association
• Occupational Outlook Handbook: Firefighters
• Society of American Foresters
• Society of Fire Protection Engineers