Firefighter; Entry Level

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This range is provided by United States Army Reserve. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$38,000.00/yr - $44,000.00/yr

Firefighters in the United States Army are tasked with protecting lives, property, and critical military infrastructure from fire hazards and emergencies. Their duties include responding to fire alarms, controlling and extinguishing fires, and performing rescue operations in both structural and wildland environments. They are trained to handle hazardous materials, conduct fire prevention inspections, and implement safety protocols to minimize fire risks on military bases.

Additionally, Army firefighters provide emergency medical services, perform vehicle extrication, and support disaster response operations. They maintain and operate firefighting equipment and vehicles, ensuring readiness for rapid deployment. Through rigorous training and readiness, Army firefighters play a crucial role in safeguarding the health and safety of military personnel, as well as ensuring the continuity of military operations.

Additional Benefits And Entitlements

• Housing & Lodging:
  Soldiers in this position receive additional compensation for Housing/ Lodging Costs for themselves and immediate family members in addition to their salary. This entitlement is referred to as basic Allowance for Housing. Rates for these entitlements can be found at

• Premium Healthcare Benefits: TRICARE Health Plan provides medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for you and your family. Active-duty members receive medical and dental care at no cost. Family members can also access healthcare services through TRICARE at little or no cost. Additional benefits include comprehensive dental care, vision coverage, health & wellness programs, maternity and paternity benefits, long-term care, and mental health services.

Education Benefits

Qualified Soldiers and their spouses can earn full tuition, scholarships, grants, and participate in programs like the GI Bill Scholarship, Tuition Assistance, and Student Loan Repayment. Learn more at

VA Home Loan

This program helps Soldiers become homeowners with competitive interest rates and no down payment. Service requirements include at least 90 days of active duty. More info at VA Home Loans.

The U.S. Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or veteran status.

About U.S. Army

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