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| Logging Operations Inspector |
$49,730 Annual Average (US Bureau of Labor and Statistics) |
| Career Cluster: Natural Resource Systems | |
| General
Information: Logging Operations Inspectors are responsible for the inspection of logging operations for various levels of safety, management and transportation levels. |
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| Career
Information: Logging Operations Inspectors must be in good health and be able to work outdoors every day and to work as part of a team. Many logging occupations require physical strength and stamina. Maturity and good judgment are important in making quick, intelligent decisions in dealing with hazards as they arise. Logging Operations Inspectors usually work for or are contracted by the state and Federal government to make sure that loggers are in compliance with regulations. They may inspect for safety, equipment operation, environmental hazards, fire safety, and the timber product removed. |
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| Educational
Requirements: High School/GED |
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| Suggested High School/Collegiate
Courses: On the Job Training through logging companies and associations |
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| Skills
Necessary: Interpersonal , Highly Motivated , Organizational , Dependable , Work independently , Decision Making , Computer Skills , Written Communications , Physically Fit , Detail Oriented , Tactful , Works under pressure , Technical , Investigative , Quick Thinking , Orderly Minded , Good Judgment , Inquisitive , Confidence , Persistent |
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| Job
Availability: Good Growth |
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| Location
of jobs: In timber producing areas with most opportunities in Oregon, Washington and the southeastern states. |
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| Working
Conditions: Most work is outdoors in varied weather conditions visiting logging sites. Often these are remote locations and require travel. Some office work is required for reporting purposes. |
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| FFA
Programs that Promote this Career: Agriscience , CDE: Ag Issues , CDE: Ag Mechanics , CDE: Environmental and Natural Resources , CDE: Forestry , Supervised Agriculture Experience: Exploratory |
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| Related
Occupations: Agriculture Environmental & Natural Resources , Government |
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| FFA Sponsors/Employers in this Industry: Robertson Bryan, Inc. |
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| Current
FFA Sponsor/Employer Opportunities Available: |
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