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- Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
- Annual Median Wage$ 33,920$23,960 $53,680
Annual NC Wage Range
Growth RateVery Fast Growing
- Firefighters control and put out fires and respond to emergencies involving life, property, or the environment.
What do they typically do
- Respond to emergencies
- Drive firetrucks and other emergency vehicles
- Put out fires using water hoses, fire extinguishers, and water pumps
- Find and rescue occupants of burning buildings or other emergency situations
- Treat sick or injured people
- Prepare written reports about emergency incidents
- Clean and maintain equipment
- Conduct and participate in drills related to rescue tactics, equipment use, and treatment of victims in emergency medical situations
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +1.7%Job Opening 1,758Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseMore
Private Training Programs1544417935Change 2491