ONET Occupations » 33-2021.01

Fire Inspectors

Inspect buildings and equipment to detect fire hazards and enforce state and local regulations.

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Parachute skills

  1. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.40)
  2. Pay attention to details - Data (4.35)
  3. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.34)
  4. Speak - People (4.16)
  5. Use my intuition - Data (4.12)
  6. Use my brain - Data (4.12)
  7. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.10)
  8. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.10)
  9. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.03)
  10. Follow through, get things done - People (3.95)
  11. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.75)
  12. Communicate well, in person - People (3.75)
  13. Perceive patterns - Data (3.75)
  14. Listen - People (3.75)
  15. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.62)
  16. Organize, classify - Data (3.62)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Quality Control Analysis (3.88)
  2. Active Listening (3.62)
  3. Critical Thinking (3.62)
  4. Judgment and Decision Making (3.62)
  5. Speaking (3.50)
  1. Problem Sensitivity (4.12)
  2. Inductive Reasoning (4.12)
  3. Perceptual Speed (3.88)
  4. Oral Comprehension (3.75)
  5. Oral Expression (3.75)
  6. Deductive Reasoning (3.75)
  7. Flexibility of Closure (3.75)
  8. Near Vision (3.75)
  9. Information Ordering (3.62)
  10. Category Flexibility (3.62)
  11. Far Vision (3.62)
  12. Written Comprehension (3.50)
  1. Integrity (4.44)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.35)
  3. Cooperation (4.32)
  4. Self Control (4.29)
  5. Dependability (4.28)
  6. Initiative (4.21)
  7. Independence (4.11)
  8. Concern for Others (4.10)
  9. Leadership (4.03)
  10. Stress Tolerance (4.00)
  11. Persistence (3.95)
  12. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.77)
  13. Analytical Thinking (3.73)
  14. Achievement/Effort (3.68)
  15. Social Orientation (3.54)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Getting Information (4.67)
  2. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.50)
  3. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.43)
  4. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.40)
  5. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.37)
  6. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.34)
  7. Documenting/Recording Information (4.30)
  8. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.16)
  9. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (4.16)
  10. Processing Information (4.13)
  11. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.00)
  12. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.96)
  13. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.94)
  14. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.86)
  15. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.79)
  16. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (3.63)
  17. Interacting With Computers (3.61)
  18. Analyzing Data or Information (3.58)
  19. Performing Administrative Activities (3.50)
  1. Read Maps (4.67)
  2. Recognize Public Safety Hazards (4.43)
  3. Inspect Facilities Or Equipment For Regulatory Compliance (4.40)
  4. Conduct Fire Hazard Inspections (4.40)
  5. Inspect Buildings To Detect Violations Of Fire Codes (4.40)
  6. Review Facts To Determine If Criminal Act Or Statue Violation Is Involved (4.40)
  7. Enforce Laws, Ordinances, Or Regulations (4.37)
  8. Use Public Speaking Techniques (4.34)
  9. Use Emergency Medical Procedures (4.34)
  10. Use Knowledge Of Fire, Building Or Other Codes (4.34)
  11. Use Oral Or Written Communication Techniques (4.34)
  12. Use First Aid Procedures (4.34)
  13. Make Presentations (4.16)
  14. Serve Or Issue Summonses Or Subpoenas (4.16)
  15. Communicate Technical Information (4.16)
  16. Explain Government Laws Or Regulations (3.86)
  17. Explain Government Rules Or Policies (3.86)
  18. Issue Licenses Or Permits (3.50)