Control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk. Duties may include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue, and disaster assistance.
Fire Engine Pump Operator
14
Fire Fighter
3
Forest Firefighter
1
Marine Firefighter
2
Wildland Firefighter
1
Minimum education:
Postsecondary non-degree award
Work experience:
None
On-the-job training:
Long-term on-the-job training
Education level achieved by workers
Sources: New York State Department of Labor, U.S. Department of Labor.