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US Department of the Navy

FIREFIGHTER

Bridgeport, CA · On-site

$46K/yr

Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter,HazMat Operations, Driver Operator Pumper, and Driver Operator ARFF. These certifications must have been awarded by DoD, IFSAC or ProBoard to meet ...

US Department of the Navy

FIREFIGHTER

Camp Lejeune, NC · On-site

$46K/yr

Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter,HazMat Operations, Driver Operator Pumper, and Driver Operator ARFF. These certifications must have been awarded by DoD, IFSAC or ProBoard to meet ...

US Department of the Navy

FIREFIGHTER

Quantico, VA

$46K/yr

Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter,HazMat Operations, Driver Operator Pumper, and Driver Operator ARFF. These certifications must have been awarded by DoD, IFSAC or ProBoard to meet ...

Constellis

FIREFIGHTER

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Firefighters are assigned to an Engine Company, Rescue Squad and/or Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle * Responds to but not limited to the following: fire incidents, emergency medical ...

Constellis

FIREFIGHTER

Marietta, GA

Firefighters are assigned to an Engine Company, Rescue Squad and/or Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle * Responds to but not limited to the following: fire incidents, emergency medical ...

NSS

Firefighter

Pueblo, CO

$24/hr

Firefighter/EMT The Firefighter/EMT position provides fire suppression, emergency medical, and security services. The Firefighter/EMT will be expected to make routine inspections and fire safety ...

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

$46K/yr

Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter,HazMat Operations, Driver Operator Pumper, and Driver Operator ARFF. These certifications must have been awarded by DoD, IFSAC or ProBoard to meet ...

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

$46K/yr

Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter,HazMat Operations, Driver Operator Pumper, and Driver Operator ARFF. These certifications must have been awarded by DoD, IFSAC or ProBoard to meet ...

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

$46K/yr

Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter,HazMat Operations, Driver Operator Pumper, and Driver Operator ARFF. These certifications must have been awarded by DoD, IFSAC or ProBoard to meet ...

US Department of the Navy

$46K/yr

Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter,HazMat Operations, Driver Operator Pumper, and Driver Operator ARFF. These certifications must have been awarded by DoD, IFSAC or ProBoard to meet ...

US Department of the Navy

FIREFIGHTER

Bethesda, MD

$46K/yr

Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter,HazMat Operations, Driver Operator Pumper, and Driver Operator ARFF. These certifications must have been awarded by DoD, IFSAC or ProBoard to meet ...

JAMES CITY COUNTY

Certified Firefighter

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$55K/yr

Assists with training sessions for other firefighters and the public; speaks to students and other groups regarding fire rescue operations; participates in public relations and educational events and ...

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

FIREFIGHTER

Yuma, AZ

$46K/yr

Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter,HazMat Operations, Driver Operator Pumper, and Driver Operator ARFF. These certifications must have been awarded by DoD, IFSAC or ProBoard to meet ...

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How much do firefighters jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for firefighters in the United States is $70,123.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $73,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectFirefightersEmergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)
Required CertificationsFirefighter certification, EMT certification often requiredEMT certification, CPR certification
Work EnvironmentFire scenes, rescue operations, emergency responseMedical emergencies, transport, on-scene medical care
Employer & Industry UsageFire departments, rescue servicesAmbulance services, hospitals, fire departments

Firefighters and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) both respond to emergencies, but firefighters primarily handle fire suppression and rescue operations, while EMTs focus on providing medical care and transport. Many firefighters are also trained as EMTs, enabling them to deliver comprehensive emergency response services.

Is 25 too late to be a firefighter?

Firefighters can typically start their careers at age 18 or older, and being 25 is not considered too late. Many departments value maturity and life experience, and candidates often need to complete training and obtain certifications such as EMT or firefighter IFSAC/ProBoard certifications before hiring.

Is it difficult to get hired as a firefighter?

Getting hired as a firefighter can be competitive, as it often requires passing written exams, physical fitness tests, background checks, and interviews. Candidates typically need relevant training, such as fire academy certification, and must meet specific age and health requirements. The hiring process varies by department but generally involves multiple steps and assessments.
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Infographic showing various Firefighters job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,123 per year, or $33.7 per hour.

FIREFIGHTER

US Department of the Navy

Bridgeport, CA • On-site

$46K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

United States Navy rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

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42nd of 49 rated military and defense

Job description

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill positions at various Department of the Navy Commands, including but not limited to Marine Corps and Commander, Navy Installations.Qualifications:GS-06:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department brigade performing any of the following tasks; 2) Performing rescue operations; 3) Detecting, reducing, or eliminating potential fire hazards; 4) Operating fire communications equipment; and 5) Controlling hazardous materials incidents. NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume to be considered for the position.
GS-05:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-04 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Performing structural and crash firefighting duties; 2) Operating firefighting communication equipment; 3) Using firefighting equipment such as: operating hoses, using ladders and hydrants; 4) Detecting the presence of potentially hazardous material. 5) Maintaining firefighting equipment and fire station facilities, performing functional test and inspection of firefighting equipment.
NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume to be considered for the position.
Certifications for GS-06:
This position requires the incumbent to possess the following certifications: Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter,HazMat Operations, Driver Operator Pumper, and Driver Operator ARFF. These certifications must have been awarded by DoD, IFSAC or ProBoard to meet the requirement. If you do not possess all of the above certifications you will be rated ineligible. Do you possess the above certifications?
Certifications for GS-05:
This position requires the incumbent to possess the following certifications: Firefighter I\II and HAZMAT Operations. The certifications must have been awarded by DOD, IFSAC, or ProBoard to meet the requirement. If you do not possess all of the above certifications you will be rated ineligible. Do you possess the above certifications?
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0000/fire-protection-and-prevention-series-0081/Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.Education:This job does not have an education qualification requirement.Employment Type: OTHER

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National security, national security and international affairs, public safety statistics centers and offices, guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing and public administration

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Washington, DC, US

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