Wildland Firefighter / Forest Firefighter in Illinois

Wildland firefighters battle forest fires, brush fires, and wildfires across millions of acres of public and private land — working in extreme conditions that demand peak physical fitness and teamwork. It's one of the most demanding and mission-driven careers available, often leading to careers with the USFS, BLM, or state forestry agencies.

$44,721 IL Median Salary
6% Growth Rate
Weeks (initial certification) Training

💰 Wildland Firefighter / Forest Firefighter Salary in Illinois

Estimated salary range for Wildland Firefighter / Forest Firefighters in Illinois, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$33,000
Median
$44,721
Experienced
$70,000

🎓 Wildland Firefighter / Forest Firefighter Licensing in Illinois

Credential required: NWCG Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) Certification + Red Card

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Illinois state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Wildland Firefighter / Forest Firefighter Programs in Illinois

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🏫 Schools and programs related to Wildland Firefighter / Forest Firefighter in Illinois

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Southwestern Illinois College

📍 Belleville, IL
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College of DuPage

📍 Glen Ellyn, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Moraine Valley Community College

📍 Palos Hills, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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William Rainey Harper College

📍 Palatine, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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McHenry County College

📍 Crystal Lake, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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John Wood Community College

📍 Quincy, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Lincoln Land Community College

📍 Springfield, IL
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Joliet Junior College

📍 Joliet, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Rock Valley College

📍 Rockford, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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College of Lake County

📍 Grayslake, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Oakton College

📍 Des Plaines, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Parkland College

📍 Champaign, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Illinois Central College

📍 East Peoria, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

📍 Chicago, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Lewis and Clark Community College

📍 Godfrey, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Triton College

📍 River Grove, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Elgin Community College

📍 Elgin, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Morton College

📍 Cicero, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Lake Land College

📍 Mattoon, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Prairie State College

📍 Chicago Heights, IL
Certificate 2-4yr
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Waubonsee Community College

📍 Sugar Grove, IL
Certificate 1-<2yr

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