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Are you someone who is physically strong and enjoys working shifts? Do you thrive in emergency situations and can make quick decisions? Are you a team player? If so, a career as a firefighter might be the perfect fit for you.

Firefighter Job Description and Responsibilities

Firefighters play a crucial role in protecting the public from the dangers of fires and other hazards. They are responsible for controlling and extinguishing fires, providing pre-hospital care to rescued individuals, responding to dangerous goods incidents, maintaining equipment, practicing fire prevention, and offering emergency paramedical services.

Firefighter Skills and Duties

To become a firefighter, education requirements can vary. The average salary for this profession is approximately $45.31 per hour. The demand for firefighters is around 5,400 per province each year.

As a firefighter, you will be listed under various National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes, including:

  • 2006 NOC: Firefighters (6262)
  • 2006 NOC-S: Firefighters (G612)
  • 2011 NOC: Firefighters (4312)
  • 2016 NOC: Firefighters (4312)
  • 2021 NOC: Firefighters (42101)

So if you have the physical strength, the ability to make quick decisions, and a desire to protect and serve your community, consider a rewarding career as a firefighter.

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