Wildland Firefighter / Forest Firefighter in North Carolina

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.

$50,554 NC Median Salary
6% Growth Rate
Weeks (initial certification) Training

💰 Wildland Firefighter / Forest Firefighter Salary in North Carolina

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

Entry
$33,000
Median
$50,554
Experienced
$70,000

🎓 Wildland Firefighter / Forest Firefighter Licensing in North Carolina

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

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

🏫 Wildland Firefighter / Forest Firefighter Programs in North Carolina

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🗺️ This Career in Other States

🏫 Schools and programs related to Wildland Firefighter / Forest Firefighter in North Carolina

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Fayetteville Technical Community College

📍 Fayetteville, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Guilford Technical Community College

📍 Jamestown, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Blue Ridge Community College

📍 Flat Rock, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Davidson-Davie Community College

📍 Thomasville, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Central Piedmont Community College

📍 Charlotte, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Sandhills Community College

📍 Pinehurst, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Mitchell Community College

📍 Statesville, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Coastal Carolina Community College

📍 Jacksonville, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Durham Technical Community College

📍 Durham, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Gaston College

📍 Dallas, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Cape Fear Community College

📍 Wilmington, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Catawba Valley Community College

📍 Hickory, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Forsyth Technical Community College

📍 Winston-Salem, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Alamance Community College

📍 Graham, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Johnston Community College

📍 Smithfield, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Nash Community College

📍 Rocky Mount, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Wake Technical Community College

📍 Raleigh, NC
Certificate 2-4yr
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Cleveland Community College

📍 Shelby, NC
Certificate 1-<2yr
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Randolph Community College

📍 Asheboro, NC
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Rowan-Cabarrus Community College

📍 Salisbury, NC
Certificate 1-<2yr

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