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City of Pittsburgh, PA

Fire Lieutenant

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$92K/yr

Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: 03 POSITION SUMMARY Manages activities aimed at fire suppression, protection, prevention, rescue services, hazardous materials incidents and first responder within the ...

City of Inver Grove Heights, MN

Paid On-Call Firefighter

MN · On-site

$15.45 - $17/hr

... fire and rescue operations. * Work is performed under the general direction of a captain or lieutenant and under the overall supervision of the Chief's Staff. In the absence of an officer the senior ...

Security Alliance

ARFF Driver/Lieutenant

Amarillo, TX · On-site

$28.25/hr

The ARFF Driver/Lieutenant position is required to know every aspect of properly operating the ARFF ... Aircraft Rescue Firefighter (ARFF) * Driver Operator - Pumper * Fire Officer 1 * Fire Instructor ...

Security Alliance

ARFF Driver/Lieutenant

Amarillo, TX · On-site

The ARFF Driver/Lieutenant position is required to know every aspect of properly operating the ARFF ... Aircraft Rescue Firefighter (ARFF) * Driver Operator - Pumper * Fire Officer 1 * Fire Instructor ...

Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation

Lieutenant

Mayetta, KS · On-site

$68K - $81K/yr

... fire prevention, rescue, and emergency medical care. Perform work on a full-time basis in an hourly ... This position will require the Lieutenant to work 24-hour shifts. The shifts begin at 0800 and end ...

Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation

Lieutenant

Mayetta, KS · On-site

$32.77 - $39.32/hr

... fire prevention, rescue, and emergency medical care. Perform work on a full-time basis in an hourly ... This position will require the Lieutenant to work 24-hour shifts. The shifts begin at 0800 and end ...

Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation

Lieutenant

Mayetta, KS · On-site

$32.77 - $39.32/hr

... fire prevention, rescue, and emergency medical care. Perform work on a full-time basis in an hourly ... This position will require the Lieutenant to work 24-hour shifts. The shifts begin at 0800 and end ...

Steesefire

Lieutenant/Medic

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

The position provides initial response to fire, Ems, rescue, and hazardous materials in the Steese ... Lieutenant/Medics will function as Acting Captains when needed. The position calls for working a ...

Steesefire

$13 - $17.25/hr

The position provides initial response to fire, Ems, rescue, and hazardous materials in the Steese ... Lieutenant/Medics will function as Acting Captains when needed. The position calls for working a ...

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How much do fire rescue lieutenant jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for fire rescue lieutenant in the United States is $95,447.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,000.00 and $98,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fire rescue lieutenant?

Fire Rescue Lieutenants are supervisory firefighters responsible for leading a team during emergency responses, including fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous situations. They coordinate the activities of their crew, ensure safety procedures are followed, and often serve as the direct link between firefighters and higher-ranking officers. Lieutenants are also involved in training, equipment maintenance, and administrative duties within the fire department. Their leadership is crucial for effective and safe emergency operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fire rescue lieutenant?

To thrive as a Fire Rescue Lieutenant, you need advanced firefighting knowledge, leadership abilities, incident command experience, and typically certification as a Firefighter II and Emergency Medical Technician. Familiarity with fire suppression equipment, incident management systems like NFIRS, and hazardous materials protocols is essential. Strong decision-making, communication, and team management skills help you effectively lead crews in high-pressure situations. These competencies are crucial for ensuring crew safety, efficient emergency response, and successful mitigation of fire and rescue incidents.

What are some typical leadership challenges faced by a fire rescue lieutenant, and how can they be addressed?

As a Fire Rescue Lieutenant, you'll often face the challenge of leading a diverse team under high-pressure situations, making quick decisions while ensuring everyone's safety. Balancing administrative duties, training, and emergency response can also be demanding. Effective communication, ongoing training, and fostering a collaborative team environment are essential strategies to overcome these challenges. Building trust and maintaining composure during emergencies will help you lead your crew successfully and ensure efficient operations.

What is the difference between Fire Rescue Lieutenant vs Fire Captain?

AspectFire Rescue LieutenantFire Captain
CertificationsFirefighter Certification, EMT/Paramedic, Leadership TrainingFirefighter Certification, EMT/Paramedic, Advanced Leadership & Management Training
Work EnvironmentFire scenes, emergency response, training sessionsOversees fire crews, manages fire scenes, administrative duties
ResponsibilitiesLead fire suppression, rescue operations, trainingSupervise fire crews, coordinate emergency responses, administrative tasks

Fire Rescue Lieutenants and Fire Captains both play vital roles in fire departments, with Lieutenants focusing on direct emergency response and team leadership, while Captains have broader supervisory and administrative responsibilities. The main differences lie in scope of authority and leadership level, but both require similar certifications and work in the same environment.

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Fire Lieutenant

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

City of Pittsburgh, PA
Public Administration • 1 - 5K employees
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$92K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manages activities related to fire suppression, protection, prevention, rescue services, hazardous materials incidents, and first responder duties within the City.

  • Directs the activities of assigned personnel and assumes command at fire scenes until relieved by a senior officer.

  • Responds to emergency calls to extinguish fires, perform rescue operations, and ensure safety protocols are followed.

City Of Pittsburgh rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Salary: $92,995.00 Annually
Location : Pittsburgh, PA
Job Type: CS Competitive, Full Time
Job Number: 26-FLT7-01
Department: Public Safety
Opening Date: 08/10/2026
Closing Date: 10/5/2026 4:00 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 03
POSITION SUMMARY
Manages activities aimed at fire suppression, protection, prevention, rescue services, hazardous materials incidents and first responder within the City.
Department: Public Safety, Bureau of Fire
Salary: $92,995 per year.
Civil Service Classification: Competitive
Union: IAFF
Notice: In accordance with Section 3.1(a) of the Fire Civil Service Statute, the appointing officer may pass over the person on the top of the Competitive List for just cause in writing. Any person so passed over shall, upon written request, be granted a public hearing before the Civil Service Commission.
REQUIREMENTS
General Application Requirements:
You must submit or show proof of all of the following at the time of filing your application (unless otherwise indicated below) or your application may be disqualified. Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.
  • Applicants must submit a complete application, including education, work experience, and completed supplemental questions.
  • Applicants must currently hold the permanent rank of Firefighter in the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire as of August 10, 2026.
  • Applicants must be presently employed by the City of Pittsburgh and remain continuously employed until time of appointment.
  • A current, valid Class A, B or C Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator's License at the time of filing application, which must be maintained throughout employment.
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification must be maintained throughout employment.
NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, criminal background, driver's license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration based on the results of their background investigation, as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered.
NOTE: If you do not have access to a computer with internet capabilities, assistance in completing your online Employment Profile Data is available at the Human Resources & Civil Service Employment Counter.
CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS
If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will be sent a letter of admission for the following examination. You must pass the written examination in order to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position.
  • Written: Based on the knowledge/abilities listed in the Position Description section of this announcement. The exam date is November 4, 2026. Written examination valued at 100 percent. All questions are based on the duties and responsibilities of the position as listed in this announcement. The exam sources and test plan are listed in the separate
  • Service Credit: Candidates scoring a passing grade of 75 or higher on the written examination will have added to his/her score an additional ½ point for each full year of service in the Bureau of Fire, to a maximum of 10 points. Service credit is only given for completion of full years of service as of the examination date.
  • Review Period: Candidates will be advised of the time and place for review of examination papers.
  • Eligibility List: Candidates with a passing score will be ranked on the Eligibility List in the order of the final grade achieved on the examination, including service credit. Ties will be broken by lottery. The Civil Service Commission will certify as eligible for promotion only those candidates on the Eligibility List who have served at least two years as a Firefighter by the date of certification.
  • Medical: Not Required.

POSITION DUTIES
  • Manages activities aimed at fire suppression, protection, prevention, rescue services, hazardous materials incidents and first responder within the City.
  • Directs the activities of assigned personnel.
  • Responsible for the safety of Firefighters.
  • Assumes the duties of command at fire ground until relieved by a senior officer.
  • Responds to emergency calls for assistance (e.g., structural fires, hazardous materials incidents, medical calls), to extinguish fires, save lives and perform rescue operations.
  • Ensures that all City and departmental safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures are followed.
  • Ensures advancement and operation of fire hoses, nozzles, and equipment to protect exposures, confine the fire and apply extinguishing agents to put out fire for protection of life and property.
  • Directs driving, operation and maintenance of Bureau vehicles (e.g., pumper engine, aerial ladder, and support vehicles, etc).
  • Drives, operates and maintains Bureau vehicles.
  • Utilizes existing procedures, tools, and apparatus to extinguish fires, overhaul the fire area, ventilate any hot or dangerous gases and smoke, and to salvage property in a home or building in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Inspects district as part of the fire prevention and acquaintance program to ensure proper working condition and serviceability of fire alarm systems and hydrants, location of large buildings, sprinkler systems installed, code violations and physical layout including developing preplanned fire operating procedures.
  • Works all shifts.
  • Operates business machines (e.g., calculator, adding machine, PC and peripheral equipment, fax, typewriter, CRT, copier, etc).
  • Conducts and participates in scheduled drills and exercises to maintain a high level of proficiency in use of equipment and operating procedures.
  • Maintains records and prepares accurate reports.
  • Performs routine housekeeping and maintenance procedures at the fire station.
  • Participates in public relations and/or public education activities.
  • May act as a Fire Captain in Fire Captain's absence.
  • Performs other related tasks and duties as assigned or required.
Click here to view the full job description, including knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions for this position. Locate and click on the position title to view the complete job description.
Full-time City employees receive a comprehensive benefit package including:
  • Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Pension
  • Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Personal Days
(Benefits may be modified based on collective bargaining unit terms.)
01
Did you print out the online Candidate Preparation Guide which includes the test plan? The tentative date for the exam is November 4, 2026.
  • Yes
  • No

02
Will you hold the permanent rank of Firefighter in the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire as of August 10, 2026?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Do you currently possess an EMT Certification? This certification must be maintained throughout employment.
  • Yes
  • No

04
Do you have a current, valid Class A, B, or C Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator's License?
  • Yes
  • No

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