A firefighter protects life and property from fires. He or she also responds to medical, fire, hazardous materials and other emergencies. Another duty of a firefighter is to do building inspections for fire code ordinances.
Firefighters maintain all equipment including trucks, hoses, etc.
Participates in weekly training to keep skills current. May have to pass a written test. Must pass a physical agility test. Vocational Careers Source, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Dictionary of Occupational Titles, Peterson's Guide to Two-Year Schools.