Summary Firefighter in the Northwest Region

Find key facts and figures about working as a firefighter. The following information is applicable to all Firefighters (NOC 42101).

Description

Firefighters carry out firefighting and fire prevention activities, and assist in other emergencies. They are employed by municipal, provincial and federal governments and by large industrial establishments that have internal firefighting services. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$44.58/hour

Median wage in the Northwest Region

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Prospects

Moderate

The job prospects are fair in the Northwest Region

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Jobs

1 job

advertised in Ontario

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Competencies

  • Monitoring
  • Decision Making
  • Evaluation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Coordinating

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