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How much do temporary dod firefighter jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary dod firefighter 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 Temporary Dod Firefighter vs Permanent Dod Firefighter?

AspectTemporary Dod FirefighterPermanent Dod Firefighter
CredentialsBasic firefighter certifications, possibly some specialized trainingSame certifications plus additional experience and ongoing training
Work EnvironmentTemporary assignments, often short-term, on-site firefighting dutiesLong-term employment with consistent work environment
Employment StatusContract or temporary basisFull-time, permanent employment

Temporary Dod Firefighters typically hold essential firefighting certifications and work on short-term assignments, while Permanent Dod Firefighters have ongoing employment with more extensive training and experience. The main difference lies in employment duration and job stability, with temporary roles offering flexibility and permanent roles providing long-term career stability.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Dod Firefighter job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 16% Locum Tenens, 5% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,606 per year, or $28.7 per hour.
FIREFIGHTER (CREW CHIEF-DRIVER OPERATOR) TITLE 5

FIREFIGHTER (CREW CHIEF-DRIVER OPERATOR) TITLE 5

US Department of the Air Force

Peoria, IL

$45K/yr

Other

Posted 7 hours ago

Job description

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a FIREFIGHTER (CREW CHIEF-DRIVER OPERATOR) TITLE 5, Position Description Number T6315000 and is part of the IL 182 AW, National Guard.Qualifications:AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of consideration for this position, Title 5 Excepted Service, will be in the following manner and sequence:
  • The FIRST area of consideration for this position will be candidates who match through the Priority Placement Program (PPP).
  • The SECOND area of consideration will be Veterans' Preference (VP) eligible.
  • The THIRD area of consideration will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG.
  • The FOURTH area of consideration will be all current Federal Employees.
  • The FIFTH area of consideration will be all Federal re-employment eligible.
  • The SIXTH area of consideration will be U.S. Citizens.

MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE REQUIREMENT: The maximum entry age for DoD firefighters is 37. An individual not appointed by the last day of the month in which the individual becomes age 37 will not be originally appointed or assigned to these positions. For reentry requirements and exceptions to the maximum entry age, see DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 336, January 22, 2015, Incorporating Change 1, December 1, 2017, Enclosure 3, Sections 2 and 3.
REENTRY INTO A COVERED POSITION (excerpt from DoDI 1400.25)
Individuals who are past the maximum entry age limit of 37 but who previously served in a covered primary position may be reinstated to a covered primary position only if they:
  • Meet the applicable qualification requirements for the position.
  • Will be able to complete a total of 20 years of covered service as a firefighter or law enforcement officer by the last day of the month in which they become age 57.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-06 Level - MUST possess at least 12 months experience, education or training in one or more of the following areas: (1) Controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade. (2) Rescue operations. (3) Detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards. (4) Operation of fire communications equipment. (5) Controlling hazardous materials incidents. (6) Developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention (7) Firefighting and fire prevention theory and techniques; (8) Fixed and mobile firefighting equipment operation. (9) Planning, directing, or carrying out fire protection and prevention programs and operations and/or (10) Performing emergency medical services.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
  • Firefighter I, II
  • Hazmat Operations (includes Hazmat Awareness)
  • Apparatus Driver Operator- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting
  • Apparatus Driver Operator - Pumper
  • Apparatus Driver Operator - Mobile Water Supply
Individuals must be DoD Certified at the appropriate level before being eligible to permanently fill Firefighter position(s); applicant(s) may be hired without having all DoD certification levels. MUST HAVE at a minimum, Firefighter I and II, Airport Firefighter, Hazmat Awareness to be considered. If you are found qualified without all DoD certifications, you will be brought on-board as an Indefinite appointment. Upon certification as a DoD Firefighter, you may be non-competitively converted to permanent tenure.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.Education:Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this occupational series and grade.Employment Type: OTHER

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