Firefighters
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.
SOC: 33-2011.00
Common Job Titles
Fire EngineerFire Equipment OperatorFirefighterWildland Firefighter
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Firefighters (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
332,240
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $34,490 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $101,330 |
| Workers on average earn | $63,890 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Public Safety and Security4.5/5
- Customer and Personal Service4.2/5
- Education and Training4.1/5
- Building and Construction4.0/5
- English Language3.9/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Microsoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft Word
Technology Skills
Affiliated Computer Services ACS FIREHOUSECorel WordPerfect Office SuiteEmail softwareFire incident reporting systemsGeographic information system GIS softwareIncident command system ICS softwareOperating system softwarePlume modeling software
Tools & Equipment
Adjustable wrenchesAerial lifting apparatusAerial trucksAir bag lifting systemsAir chiselsAir purifying respiratorsAir samplersAll terrain vehicles ATV