Automation index
How much of a Wildland firefighter’s job can AI already do?
A fire-front map comes earlier. Going onto the slope with the wind against you do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Wildland firefighter
18%
AI can already do 18% of this job.
#564 / 643
View rankingWildland firefighter
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Logs, map and the day’s attack plan.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
Line, hose-lay and the spot fire.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 24% | 6% | +1.4 |
Tools, pump and the water that does not arrive.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
Night watch, lookout and the flare-up.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Coordinate aircraft and the command post.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
Get out whole and leave nobody behind.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 10% | +1.4 |
| Total | 100% | 18% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- fight wildfires
- cut line
- lay hose
- night watch
- portable pump
- air assets
- fire-front map
- spot fires
Sources for this job· O*NET 33-2022.00· ESCO/ISCO 5411
IS WORK OVER?
Lighting technician
18%
#591 / 643
View rankingLighting technician
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Plot and programmingEstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 25% | 35% | +8.8 |
Rig and focusEstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 50% | 12% | +6 |
The showEstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 15% | 15% | +2.3 |
IncidentsEstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
| Total | 100% | 18% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- ICT software specifications
- multimedia systems
- teamwork principles
- guarantee customer satisfaction
- load equipment
- work ergonomically
- set up multimedia equipment
- work safely with machines
- manage sound quality
- use personal protection equipment
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-4015.00· ESCO/ISCO 3521