Firefighters prevent, fight and extinguish fires and assist in other emergencies, protect life and property and conduct rescue efforts.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
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- The majority of Fire-fighters earn a salary between $1,685 and $6,821 per month in 2024.
- A monthly wage for entry-level Fire-fighters ranges from $1,685 to $4,684.
- After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between $1,799 and $5,456 per month.
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Tasks and duties
- Responding to fire alarms and other calls for assistance, such as automobile and industrial accidents, bomb threats and other emergencies
- Controlling and extinguishing fires using manual and power equipment and firefighting chemicals
- Fighting special types of fires and using special equipment in industrial establishments
- Rescuing people from burning buildings and accident sites and those trapped in dangerous situations
- Preventing or limiting the spread of dangerous substances in case of fires or accidents
- Informing the public about fire prevention