[Core] [65% incumbents] Check equipment to ensure that it is operating properly.
  DWAs: Inspect equipment or facilities to determine condition or maintenance needs.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Fight forest fires or perform prescribed burning tasks under the direction of fire suppression officers or forestry technicians.
  DWAs: Perform forest firefighting activities.

[Core] [65% incumbents] Confer with other workers to discuss issues, such as safety, cutting heights, or work needs.
  DWAs: Communicate with other workers to coordinate activities.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Maintain tallies of trees examined and counted during tree marking or measuring efforts.
  DWAs: Record agricultural or forestry inventory data.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Spray or inject vegetation with insecticides to kill insects or to protect against disease or with herbicides to reduce competing vegetation.
  DWAs: Apply chemical solutions to plants to protect against disease or insects or to enhance growth.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Thin or space trees, using power thinning saws.
  DWAs: Trim trees or other vegetation. | Operate forestry equipment.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Identify diseased or undesirable trees and remove them, using power saws or hand saws.
  DWAs: Evaluate quality of plants or crops. | Cut trees or logs.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Select or cut trees according to markings or sizes, types, or grades.
  DWAs: Determine forestry techniques or methods. | Cut trees or logs.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Erect signs or fences, using posthole diggers, shovels, or other hand tools.
  DWAs: Build agricultural structures.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Provide assistance to forest survey crews by clearing site-lines, holding measuring tools, or setting stakes.
  DWAs: Perform manual agricultural, aquacultural, or horticultural tasks.

[Supplemental] [65% incumbents] Sort tree seedlings, discarding substandard seedlings, according to standard charts or verbal instructions.
  DWAs: Sort forestry or agricultural materials.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Perform fire protection or suppression duties, such as constructing fire breaks or disposing of brush.
  DWAs: Perform forest firefighting activities.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Explain or enforce regulations regarding camping, vehicle use, fires, use of buildings, or sanitation.
  DWAs: Advise others on farming or forestry operations, regulations, or equipment.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Operate skidders, bulldozers, or other prime movers to pull a variety of scarification or site preparation equipment over areas to be regenerated.
  DWAs: Operate forestry equipment.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Prune or shear tree tops or limbs to control growth, increase density, or improve shape.
  DWAs: Trim trees or other vegetation. | Operate forestry equipment.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Select tree seedlings, prepare the ground, or plant the trees in reforestation areas, using manual planting tools.
  DWAs: Plant crops, trees, or other plants.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Maintain campsites or recreational areas, replenishing firewood or other supplies and cleaning kitchens or restrooms.
  DWAs: Clean equipment or facilities.

[EMERGING:New] Create field maps using geographic information systems technology.

--- SKILLS ---
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Learning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.48 lvl:3.60) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  English Language (imp:3.47 lvl:3.81) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.19 lvl:4.07) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Administration and Management (imp:3.18 lvl:2.77) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Geography (imp:3.04 lvl:3.36) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Biology (imp:3.02 lvl:3.14) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Communications and Media (imp:2.88 lvl:2.52) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Transportation (imp:2.85 lvl:3.40) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Education and Training (imp:2.82 lvl:3.58) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.72 lvl:3.38) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Law and Government (imp:2.72 lvl:3.17) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.70 lvl:2.77) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Mechanical (imp:2.69 lvl:2.89) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Administrative (imp:2.48 lvl:2.75) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Mathematics (imp:2.37 lvl:2.30) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Psychology (imp:2.27 lvl:2.51) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Telecommunications (imp:2.14 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Chemistry (imp:1.92 lvl:2.03) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Building and Construction (imp:1.91 lvl:1.87) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Physics (imp:1.91 lvl:1.67) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  History and Archeology (imp:1.91 lvl:1.63) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Design (imp:1.85 lvl:1.62) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.77 lvl:1.84) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Production and Processing (imp:1.66 lvl:1.58) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.65 lvl:1.44) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.64) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.64 lvl:1.40) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.36 lvl:0.74) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Foreign Language (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.14) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Food Production (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Oral Expression (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Static Strength (imp:3.25 lvl:3.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Dynamic Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.12 lvl:3.75) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Stamina (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Near Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Far Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Information Ordering (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Depth Perception (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Response Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Originality (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Reaction Time (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Rate Control (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Night Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:4.46 lvl:3.67) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.18 lvl:5.21) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Getting Information (imp:3.97 lvl:3.59) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.95 lvl:3.90) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.79 lvl:4.03) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.76 lvl:4.24) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.69 lvl:3.85) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.67 lvl:3.49) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.63 lvl:5.61) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.53 lvl:3.73) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Processing Information (imp:3.43 lvl:3.60) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.42 lvl:4.08) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.40 lvl:4.03) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.40 lvl:4.38) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.37 lvl:3.11) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.31 lvl:3.37) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.28 lvl:3.41) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.20 lvl:3.26) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.19 lvl:2.90) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Working with Computers (imp:3.17 lvl:2.42) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.16 lvl:3.09) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.13 lvl:3.18) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.10 lvl:3.45) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.06 lvl:3.48) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.03 lvl:3.11) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.01 lvl:2.96) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.85 lvl:3.46) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.81 lvl:2.23) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.74 lvl:2.72) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.68 lvl:2.19) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.60 lvl:2.38) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.59 lvl:3.08) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.54 lvl:2.65) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.41 lvl:2.55) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.24 lvl:2.50) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.13 lvl:1.97) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.96 lvl:1.68) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.95 lvl:1.85) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:1.90 lvl:1.48) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.73 lvl:1.14) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.34) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.41) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Perseverance (imp:1.97) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Cooperation (imp:1.63) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.61) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Integrity (imp:1.51) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.38) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.30) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Self-Control (imp:1.25) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Adaptability (imp:1.11) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Dependability (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.75) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.64) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Sincerity (imp:0.53) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Initiative (imp:0.43) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.26) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.22) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.06) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation (imp:0.02) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Empathy (imp:-0.01) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:-0.14) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.24) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Persuasion (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 6,050
  annual_median    : $43,680
  annual_pct10     : $33,780
  annual_pct25     : $37,440
  annual_pct75     : $45,760
  annual_pct90     : $57,220
  annual_mean      : $43,680
  hourly_median    : $21.00

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Idaho ($59,460)
  lowest_state     : Texas ($30,470)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.951x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (27 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    3,880  median: $  43,680
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,640  median: $  39,590
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:      100  median: $  44,740
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       50  median: $  39,600
  Educational Services                     emp:       30  median: $  51,610

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (5 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    3,880  median: $  43,680
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,640  median: $  39,590
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:      100  median: $  44,740
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       50  median: $  39,600
  Educational Services                     emp:       30  median: $  51,610

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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
This article deals with forest conservation in South Africa.


== History ==
Although fairly considerable areas of forest or bush have disappeared since colonization as a result of excessive logging and grazing, indigenous cultivation and fires, there does not seem to be any reason to believe that the country was ever, on the whole, heavily forested during the present geological period. In 1950, forests covered about 3.7 percent of South Africa's total area.
Since the early days of European settlement in the Cape, the indigenous forests of the Southern Cape have been used as a seemingly inexhaustible source of wood and fuel. From 1652, when Jan van Riebeeck landed in the Cape, until the 1880s, the forests and the wildlife they supported were stripped down in much the same way as those in the United States or Australia, with little thought given to the sustainability.


=== Colony needs ===

When setting up the Cape Dutch colony in 1652, around Table Bay, Jan van Riebeeck found a forest of tall trees inland (six miles away) so difficult to exploit that he agreed it would be easier to bring in from Amsterdam or Batavia. Baptized in 1653, Hout Bay will provide access to forests that are lacking in the colony not far from Kaapstad. In the time of Simon van der Stel, they were already in such a state of depletion that three farmer-sawyers were appointed to be able to maintain and exploit the forest. Successive governors Simon and Willem Adriaan van der Stel also planted thousands of oaks: thirty thousand oaks were thus imported from Holland in 1679 and planted in particular in the region of Stellenbosch (hence the name).
Around 1776, a logging center was established at George's location, which heralded a century of plundering of the surrounding forests. An improved road between Swellendam and George sees ever-increasing numbers of settlers and adventurers eager to take part in the timber boom. The perception is that of an unlimited resource, leading to excessively wasteful practices where only wood of suitable quality and size are chosen and taken away, and the majority of cut trees are simply left to rot.
In 1778, Governor Joachim van Plettenberg, who inspected the region, was appalled by the destruction. As a result, Johann Fredrick Meeding was made resident at Plettenberg Bay with the aim of establishing some form of control over the cuts. Meeding performed his duties diligently, and his position survived a number of successive changes of government, which followed the British occupation of the Cape in 1795. Even so, no new conservation measures were introduced, and when Graaff-Reinet was founded in 1786, the timber boom resumed with the wholesale cutting of forests between George and Knysna, with George's official foundation in 1811 worsening the destruction.
The annexation of the Cape by Great Britain in 1806 put an end to the stammering intentions of reforestation by the Batavian Republic.


=== Royal Navy needs ===
A dockyard was built in Simon's Town in 1743, taken over by the Royal Navy in 1790.
George Macartney adopts a policy of using wood from the Plettenberg Bay and Simon's Bay forests for the needs of the Navy. It is anticipated that timber extraction would be concentrated around Plettenberg Bay simply because it could be easily shipped from there to Kaapstad. This stimulates interest in forests, as well as a very nominal form of protection. However, it would seem that many irregular slaughters took place between 1795 and 1801. In April 1800, Andrew Barnard restricted the use of certain parts of the forest to government use only. Two months later, the Landdrost of Swellendam assesses the damage caused to the forests. In January 1801, Governor Sir George Yonge issued a proclamation authorizing the appointment of "Permanent Commissioners" with full powers to oversee, direct and manage the various forests in the area of George, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Mossel Bay, Algoa Bay and also all other forests in the colony.
At the mouth of the Knysna, the Briton George Rex, aware of the enormous commercial potential of the region, bought around 1804 the Melkhoutkraal farm, created around 1770 by the colonial government. He immediately pressured the government to establish a port there, for the export of timber from the evergreen forests of Knysna. He will eventually employ up to 400 slaves to harvest this wood. The banks are full of large trees that are cut and transported to the new town of Knysna (founded by Rex), by a ship built by Rex. In 1831, a new brig of 139 tons Knysna was built by Rex almost entirely in Stinkwood (Ocotea bullata) (the slipway itself is of the same essence) and sails through the Heads with its first cargo of timber bound for Table Bay in Cape Town.
The American Embargo Act of 1807 followed by the Non-Intercourse Act of 1809 forced the United Kingdom to find a new source of mast supply, and incursions were made to exploit Cape stinkwood (Ocotea bullata) and Real yellowwood (Podocarpus latifolius). Widdringtonia wallichii will also be exploited.
Timber extraction by the Royal Navy to meet the needs of the Simon's Town shipyard is an additional burden on forests, a situation that lasts until 1825 when iron will be increasingly used in shipbuilding. The withdrawal of marine workers led to an immediate occupation of the evacuated areas by new loggers.
The beginning of the Great Trek in 1836 provoked new waves of Langkloof cutters to invade the Tsitsikamma forests in the Humansdorp region. To make matters worse, the government decided in 1846 to sell the managed forests into agricultural plots. Of the remaining forest, only a narrow strip, stretching between the Keurbooms and Kaaimans rivers, is under state control, and the local magistrate issues felling permits to loggers with the aim of collecting as much income as possible. In 1847, the situation becomes so critical that all the Crown forests are declared closed. A Forest Conservator is appointed, assisted by 4 rangers. This protection is of short duration and in 1856 the forests are reopened.


=== Harison ===
The second Conservator of Forests was appointed at this time, a retired army officer, Captain Christopher Harison, a man with no forestry training but with remarkable aptitude for his new career. He has become familiar with European forestry and adopted the practice of sectional logging which leads to better control and a considerable reduction in waste. He was also an outspoken critic of the alienation of Crown forests and it is largely through his efforts that this practice has been stopped. Colonial botanist Karl Wilhelm Ludwig Pappe issues dire warnings of the extent of the destruction and becomes another voice supporting the growing climate favorable to forest conservation. The appointment of Field Marshal Baron Johan de Fin as Conservator of Forests at Keiskammahoek followed in 1865. Despite the warnings, things went much the same way until the great forest fire of February 1869 in which large parts of the forest between George and the Bloukrans River were completely destroyed. The matter was raised in Parliament and a commission consisting of Captain Harison and Thomas Bain was appointed. Following this, Captain Harison was appointed Conservator of Knysna Region Forests in 1874. His work was hampered by the timber requirements of the railway line at Kimberley and by the short-lived gold rush at Millwood in 1876.


=== De Vasselot ===
Comte Médéric de Vasselot de Régné (August 4, 1837 – April 23, 1919), a French-born forestry officer educated at the National School of Forestry in Nancy, France, was appointed Superintendent of Woods and Forests in South Africa in 1880.
De Vasselot's appointment as Superintendent of Woods and Forests followed in 1880. This was the first time a professional forester was appointed in charge, and was a watershed moment in South African forestry. For the first time, the authorities are convinced that a sound forestry policy is more impor

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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Forest and Conservation Workers perform hands-on labor to maintain, develop, and protect forest lands, woodlands, and natural areas under supervision. They conduct essential field activities including tree cutting and thinning, pest control spraying, fire suppression, equipment maintenance, and habitat restoration work. These workers serve as the foundation of forest management operations, executing the physical tasks necessary to preserve and enhance America's natural resources.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Workers begin by checking and maintaining equipment such as power saws, spraying apparatus, and vehicles to ensure proper operation. They spend significant time outdoors performing physical tasks like cutting diseased trees, thinning forest stands with power saws, and applying chemical treatments to combat insects and diseases. Communication with supervisors and crew members is constant as they coordinate safety protocols and work assignments. Data collection activities include maintaining tallies of trees marked, measured, or treated, often using geographic information systems technology for field mapping. During fire season, they may respond to wildfire suppression efforts or conduct prescribed burns under direction of fire officers.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess strong physical stamina and coordination, as the work demands significant manual labor and operation of heavy equipment. They demonstrate dependability and perseverance in challenging outdoor conditions, working effectively in remote forest environments regardless of weather. Problem-sensitive individuals who can identify diseased trees, equipment malfunctions, or safety hazards perform well in this observation-intensive role. Successful workers combine practical mechanical aptitude with basic scientific understanding of forest ecology and pest management. Those who value hands-on conservation work and can follow detailed safety protocols while maintaining attention to detail during repetitive tasks find satisfaction in protecting natural resources.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry typically requires a high school diploma, with 43.6% of workers having this credential, though many employers prefer some post-secondary education in forestry, natural resources, or related fields. Bachelor's degrees are held by 22.6% of workers, indicating opportunities for advancement with higher education. Most training occurs on-the-job under experienced supervisors, learning equipment operation, safety procedures, and forest management techniques. Prior experience in outdoor work, agriculture, or equipment operation provides valuable preparation for the physical demands and technical skills required.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Forest and Conservation Workers commonly advance to Forest and Conservation Technician roles, which involve more independent work and technical responsibilities. With additional education and experience, progression paths include Forest Fire Inspector positions, supervisory roles overseeing crews, or specialization as Range Managers or Foresters. Some workers transition to related fields such as tree trimming services, landscaping supervision, or agricultural technical roles, leveraging their equipment operation and plant management expertise.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Employment of 6,050 workers nationwide with a median annual wage of $43,680 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, ranging from $33,780 to $57,220 across experience levels. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Idaho offering the highest compensation at $59,460 compared to Texas at $30,470, reflecting regional differences in forest resources and cost of living. Government employment dominates the sector with 3,880 workers (64%) in federal, state, and local agencies, providing stable career prospects with benefits. Private sector opportunities exist in forestry services and conservation organizations, with growing emphasis on wildfire prevention and climate adaptation creating sustained demand for skilled workers.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Manual forest work activities remain largely resistant to automation due to the irregular terrain, complex decision-making requirements, and safety considerations of forest environments. While GPS and GIS technology enhance data collection and navigation, core tasks like tree cutting, equipment maintenance, and pest identification require human judgment and physical dexterity that current technology cannot replicate effectively.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Forest and Conservation Technicians (19-4071.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Natural advancement path with overlapping forest management knowledge and similar work environment but increased technical responsibilities.
    data: Biology knowledge overlap (3.1 vs higher technical level)
    data: Forest management task similarity
    data: Government employment concentration
  [career_pathway] Foresters (19-1032.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Long-term career progression requiring additional education, building on field experience and forest management knowledge.
    data: Biology and Geography knowledge foundation
    data: 22.6% hold bachelor's degrees
    data: Forest management work activities
  [skill_overlap] Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse (45-2092.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared manual labor activities, equipment operation, and plant care knowledge with similar physical demands.
    data: Physical Activities importance 4.2
    data: Equipment operation skills
    data: Plant treatment experience
  [task_similarity] Tree Trimmers and Pruners (37-3013.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Overlapping tree cutting and maintenance activities using similar power tools and safety protocols.
    data: Power saw operation
    data: Tree cutting and thinning tasks
    data: Equipment maintenance requirements
  [riasec_cluster] Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists (33-2022.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Strong Realistic orientation overlap (R:7.00) with shared forest environment focus and public safety knowledge requirements.
    data: Public Safety knowledge importance 3.5
    data: Forest fire suppression tasks
    data: Realistic work environment
  [transferable_skill] Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation (37-3012.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Direct skill transfer in chemical application techniques and vegetation treatment using similar spraying equipment.
    data: Chemical spraying tasks for pest control
    data: Equipment operation experience
    data: Safety protocol knowledge

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
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  title_patterns   : ['Forest and Conservation Worker', 'Forest Worker', 'Conservation Worker', 'Forestry Worker', 'Forest Laborer']
  common_variations: ['forest conservation worker', 'forestry laborer', 'conservation field worker', 'forest maintenance worker', 'woodland conservation worker', 'forest crew member', 'conservation crew worker', 'forestry support worker']

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