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Daphne, AL

$50K - $65K/yr

Unclassified Firefighter Salary: $50,347.44 - $65,061.36 Annually Location: 28280 N Main St Daphne ... Pay dependent on years of experience and certifications held. Daphne Fire Department is a non ...

Speedway Motorsports

Firefighter

Dover, DE · On-site

$18/hr

TITLE: FIREFIGHTER PAY STATUS: Non-exempt NO. OF POSITIONS: Varies DATE: 2026 Events Dover Motor Speedway and its parent company, Speedway Motorsports, maintains a consistent focus on four core ...

Air National Guard Units

FIREFIGHTER

Newington, NH · On-site +1

$51K - $66K/yr

The Salary Range indicated in this announcement is for the basic GS pay scale and is not reflective of special firefighter pay for the applicable tour of duty. Requirements Help Conditions of ...

Marksman Security LLC

Firefighters

Georgetown, KY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Firefighters at Toyota's Manufacturing Plant! Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Georgetown, KY is ... Pay & Benefits | Career Growth | Cutting-Edge Facility Be part of something powerful- apply today ...

Marksman Security LLC

Firefighters

Georgetown, KY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Firefighters at Toyota's Manufacturing Plant! Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Georgetown, KY is ... Pay & Benefits | Career Growth | Cutting-Edge Facility Be part of something powerful- apply today ...

City of Pullman

FIREFIGHTER - PARAMEDIC

Pullman, WA · On-site

$76K - $93K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Firefighters not certified as IFSAC/Pro Board Firefighter 1 and 2 must complete the certification ... Salary and Benefits: * Pay and benefits for the Pullman Fire Department are determined by ...

City of Pullman, WA

FIREFIGHTER - PARAMEDIC

Pullman, WA · On-site

$6.3K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Firefighters not certified as IFSAC/Pro Board Firefighter 1 and 2 must complete the certification ... Salary and Benefits: * Pay and benefits for the Pullman Fire Department are determined by ...

City of Danville

Certified Firefighter

Danville, KY

$54K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Firefighter Pay Classification: Non-Exempt Job Classification: Full-Time Pay Grade: Firefighter Location: 461 West Main St, Danville, KY 40422 Department: Fire Responsible To: Fire Chief Position ...

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City of Danville

Certified Firefighter

Danville, KY · On-site

$54K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Firefighter Pay Classification: Non-Exempt Job Classification: Full-Time Pay Grade: Firefighter Location: 461 West Main St, Danville, KY 40422 Department: Fire Responsible To: Fire Chief Position ...

US Department of the Navy

FIREFIGHTER

Albany, GA · On-site

$46K/yr

... pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector ... Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter,HazMat Operations, Driver Operator Pumper, and ...

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How much do firefighters pay jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for firefighters pay in the United States is $59,606.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Firefighters Pay vs Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) Pay?

AspectFirefighters PayEmergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) Pay
Required CredentialsFirefighter certification, EMT certification often requiredEMT certification, some states require advanced certifications
Work EnvironmentFire stations, emergency scenes, rescue operationsAmbulances, emergency scenes, hospitals
Employer & Industry UsageFire departments, emergency servicesAmbulance services, hospitals, emergency agencies

Firefighters and EMTs both respond to emergencies and require certification, but firefighters focus on fire suppression and rescue, while EMTs provide medical care. Pay differences reflect the scope of responsibilities and certifications involved.

Do firefighters work 40 hours a week?

Firefighters typically work 40 hours per week in scheduled shifts, but their hours can vary due to emergency calls, overtime, and shift rotations. Many firefighters work 24-hour shifts followed by days off, which can extend their weekly hours beyond standard 40-hour workweeks.
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2026 Summer Lateral Firefighter Paramedic

Unified FIre Authority

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Other

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Lateral Firefighter Paramedic

Unified Fire Authority is offering opportunities for Firefighter/Paramedics to join our organization through our lateral process. With compensation potentially starting up to step 10 based on UFA's firefighter pay plan.

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license in good standing at the time of employment.

2026 Lateral Firefighter Paramedic FAQs

Lateral Firefighter Paramedic Recruitment Timeline (Summer 2026)

DATES AND TIMES MAY BE CHANGED OR ADDED IF NEEDED

Registration August 7 – September 4

EMS and Fire Skills Assessments, Oral Board Interview
and Firefighter Physical Agility Test

(Will be required to
attend only one of these dates)

September 21-25 Background Investigations October-November Final Job Offers November-January 2027 New Hire Orientation January 5, 2027 Start of 4-week Orientation February 1, 2027

STEP 1:

Our primary means of contacting you throughout the process will be by email. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email address is correct and any change to your email is updated with the Human Resources Division.

STEP 2: ORAL BOARD INTERVIEW/SKILLS ASSESSMENT/PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE TEST

Applicants will be notified by email, of the date, time, and location for this portion of the process.

ORAL BOARD INTERVIEW

The oral board interview will consist of structured, behaviorally-based interview questions. Your responses will be evaluated by fire officers and other firefighters or firefighter specialists.

SKILLS ASSESSMENT

Applicants must successfully pass the paramedic skills assessment process conducted by the UFA EMS Division (per NREMT guidelines). Paramedic Skills Assessment

Applicants must successfully pass the firefighter skills assessment process conducted by the UFA Fire Training Division.

FIREFIGHTER PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST

The Firefighter Physical Agility Test is based on general firefighting duties. This exam includes lifting, carrying, pulling, and climbing components.

The test is designed as an obstacle to closely simulate the endurance a firefighter employee must possess at the scene of a fire. For information on each event related to the test, please click below.

View the Firefighter Physical Agility Video

Applicants must pass the Firefighter Physical Agility Test with a cut-off time of at least 13:00 minutes.

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOU SHOULD BE IN GOOD PHYSICAL CONDITION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE FIREFIGHTER PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST AND TO PREVENT INJURY OR AGGRAVATION OF ANY EXISTING CONDITION THAT YOU MAY HAVE. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO SIGN A RELEASE OF LIABILITY.

STEP 3: REFERENCE, BACKGROUND CHECK, AND PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMINATION

STEP 4: NEW-HIRE MEDICAL PHYSICAL AND DRUG SCREENING

Applicants must meet NFPA-1582 standards.

STEP 5: 4-WEEK ORIENTATION

Orientation is anticipated to begin February 1, 2027. Applicants will be required to successfully complete a 4-week orientation and 10 shifts of field orientation as an extra crewmember in Operations.

Firefighter Pay Plan

Per policy, applicants will be placed appropriately on the Firefighter Pay Plan based on years of service and qualifications.

Paramedic Lateral Process Policy

Full details for the Paramedic Lateral Process can be found in our Paramedic Lateral Process policy.

Paramedic Lateral Process Policy

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