Firefighters Jobs Pay in Salt Lake City-Murray, UT
Average Hourly Pay
$31.67
1.0%Below national average
Range: $30.16 – $33.18
Average Annual Pay
$65,869
1.0%Below national average
Range: $62,733 – $69,006
How much do Firefighters make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$26.92/hr
Range: $25.64 – $28.20
Annual Rate
$55,989
Range: $53,323 – $58,655
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$31.67/hr
Range: $30.16 – $33.18
Annual Rate
$65,869
Range: $62,733 – $69,006
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$36.42/hr
Range: $34.68 – $38.16
Annual Rate
$75,749
Range: $72,143 – $79,357
Firefighters job description
Firefighters are first responders who protect communities by responding to emergencies, saving lives, and safeguarding property. They work in high-pressure situations requiring quick thinking, physical endurance, and dedication to public safety.
Responsibilities
- •Respond to emergency calls and incidents
- •Perform rescue operations and life-saving procedures
- •Operate emergency vehicles and equipment
- •Conduct safety inspections and prevention activities
- •Maintain emergency equipment and apparatus
- •Provide public education on safety and prevention
Skills
- •Emergency response and rescue techniques
- •Physical strength and endurance
- •Quick decision-making under pressure
- •Teamwork and coordination
- •First aid and medical knowledge
- •Communication and public relations
Qualifications
- •High school diploma or equivalent
- •Fire academy or EMT certification
- •CPR and first aid certification
- •Physical fitness requirements
- •Valid driver's license
- •Background check and drug screening
