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IREFIGHTERS

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WORK DESCRIPTION:

primary work tasks Collaborate with other firefighters as a member of a firefighting crew

Participate in physical training to maintain high levels of physical

fitness. Inform and educate the public about fire prevention 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 Rescue fire victims, and administer emergency medical aid. Observe forest areas from fire lookout towers to spot potential

problems. Take action to contain any hazardous chemicals that could catch fire,

leak, or spill. Transport personnel and cargo to and from fire areas. Serve as fully trained lead helicopter crewmember and as helispot

manage Operate pumps connected to high-pressure hose Maintain fire equipment and firehouse living quarters Perform forest maintenance and improvement tasks such as cutting

brush, planting trees, building trails and marking timber.

TYPICAL DAY Collaborate with other firefighters as a member of a

firefighting crew. Test and maintain tools, equipment, jump gear and

parachutes to ensure readiness for fire suppression activities.

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

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

Inform and educate the public about fire prevention. Participate in physical training to maintain high levels of

physical fitness Fell trees, cut and clear brush, and dig trenches to create

firelines, using axes, chainsaws or shovels Maintain fire equipment and firehouse living quarters. Operate pumps connected to high-pressure hoses Transport personnel and cargo to and from fire areas. Participate in fire prevention and inspection programs

TRAINING:

Education 2 years of specialized trainingbachelors degree 2-year associates degree 4-year college or university. 4-year degree to work in the field. 2-year degree in process technology, 2-year formal training programs bachelors degree who accept technician jobs computers and related equipment

majors Natural Resources and Conservation Forest Technology/Technician Forestry, Other

SKILLS AND PERSONALITY TRAITSpersonality characteristics

• Realistic

Skills and Abilities• Talking to others to convey information effectively.• 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.• Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make

improvements or take corrective action.• Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.• Actively looking for ways to help people.• Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.• Controlling operations of equipment or systems.• Teaching others how to do something.• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions,

conclusions or approaches to problems.• Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate

one.

WORK SETTINGWhere do people do this type of work Forest firefighters people work in the outdoors and they

work in stations helping people all the time

How would you describe the work setting I would describe this work environment as fun working in the

wild and helping animals and people

SALARYSalaryLOCATION PAY PERIOD 201210% 25% MEDIAN75% 90%California Hourly $18.69 $25.50 $34.14 $44.40 $53.62Yearly $38,870 $53,040 $71,010$92,350 $111,530United States Hourly $10.59 $14.98 $21.75 $29.17 $38.05Yearly $22,030 $31,160 $45,250$60,670 $79,150OutlookLOCATION EMPLOYMENT % CHANGE JOB OPENINGS2010 2020United States 310,400337,000 +9% 26,600

ADVANCEMENT

EMPLOYMENT OUTLOOK7%

GEOGRAPHIC MOBILITY No this is not a limited it is needed in all places not only one

place it can be anywhere outdoors

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONSCertificates e primary factors affecting the start and spread of wildfire

and recognition of potentially hazardous situations. S-190 is typically taught in conjunction with or prior to Firefighter Training, S-130. The material is divided into three online modules (1 to 3 hours each).

What professional organizations are related to this occupation? Fire fighters, police, and ambulinceLikes and dislikes of this job I would like helping people and animals. Also protecting animal

habitats and forests I hate seeing forests dying and animals suffering because of fires

ANIMAL CONTROL WORKERS

PRIMARY WORK TASKS •Euthanize rabid, unclaimed, or severely injured animals ••Prepare for prosecutions related to animal treatment, and

give evidence in court •Supply animals with food, water, and personal care. •Examine animal licenses, and inspect establishments

housing animals for compliance with laws •Organize the adoption of unclaimed animals •Answer inquiries from the public concerning animal control

operations •Write reports of activities, and maintain files of

impoundments and dispositions of animals •Educate the public about animal welfare, and animal

control laws and regulations •Clean facilities and equipment such as dog pens and

animal control trucks •Prepare for prosecutions related to animal treatment, and

give evidence in court. •Investigate reports of animal attacks or animal cruelty,

interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and writing reports

TYPICAL DAY Euthanize rabid, unclaimed, or severely injured animals Clean facilities and equipment such as dog pens and animal

control trucks Organize the adoption of unclaimed animals Answer inquiries from the public concerning animal control

operations Investigate reports of animal attacks or animal cruelty,

interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and writing reports

•Capture and remove stray, uncontrolled, or abused animals from undesirable conditions, using nets, nooses, or tranquilizer darts as necessary

•Educate the public about animal welfare, and animal control laws and regulations.

•Organize the adoption of unclaimed animals •Issue warnings or citations in connection with animal-

related offenses, or contact police to report violations and request arrests.

•Contact animal owners to inform them that their pets are at animal holding facilities

•Train police officers in dog handling and training techniques for tracking, crowd control, and narcotics and bomb detection.

TRAININGEducation preferably 21 years of age with a high school diploma or

GED. A college degree in an animal related field or criminology is preferred

volunteering at local shelters, humane societies, and other rescue related organizations.

knowledge of a wide variety of animal species

SKILLS AND PERSONALITY TRAITSpersonality characteristics Nice to animals Kind

Skills and Abilities •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. •Talking to others to convey information effectively. •Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions

or approaches to problems. •Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. •Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and

implement solutions. •Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. •Actively looking for ways to help people. •Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements

or take corrective action. •Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. •Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions

WORK SETTING-Where do people do this type of work People do this kind of work in buildings all over the world

How would you describe the work setting I would describe it as fun being with animals all the time

SALARYCalifornia Hourly $15.84 $18.51 $26.04 $33.05 $40.25 Yearly $32,940 $38,500 $54,160 $68,730 $83,720 United States Hourly $12.70 $17.13 $23.12 $29.04 $37.98 Yearly $26,420 $35,630 $48,080 $60,410 $79,000

ADVANCEMENT

EMPLOYMENT OUTLOOK13%

GEOGRAPHIC MOBILITY This is not limited it is mostly needed where ever there are

dangerous animals or where there are animal attacks

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONSCertificates NACA Level 1 and Level 2 academies. You may take the

Level 1 and Level 2 in any order, as long as you complete both levels within 12-18 months. Graduates receive a Level 1 and Level 2 certificate, a NACA certification certificate and a NACA certification lapel pin

What professional organizations are related to this occupation? Police, animal shelterLikes and dislikes I like working with animals and learning new things about them I hate hurting them or making them mad