Firefighters
- Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
Median Yearly Income
$57,124
Most Common Education Level
High school diploma or less
Projected Job Growth
+3.95%
What do Firefighters do?
Control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk. Duties may include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue, and disaster assistance.
Career Interests Areas
- Realistic
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Data on career profiles are based on information supplied by the O*NET Program, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment, and Training Administration.