How do they match: Firefighters

  • Medic
  • Engineer
  • Emergency Medical Technician
  • Fire Medic
  • Fire Engine Pump Operator
  • Fire Engineer
  • Fire Apparatus Engineer
  • Fire Management Specialist
  • Forest Fire Suppression Specialist
  • Oil Fire Specialist
  • Wildland Firefighter Specialist

  • 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.

  • Administer first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation to injured persons or provide emergency medical care such as basic or advanced life support.
  • Extinguish flames and embers to suppress fires, using shovels or engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
  • Prepare written reports that detail specifics of fire incidents.

  • Treat medical emergencies.