Fire Investigator
Code: 33-2021.00
Also known as: Arson Investigator, Fire Code Inspector, Fire Inspector, Fire Investigator, Fire Official, Fire Prevention Inspector, Fire Prevention Specialist, Fire Protection Specialist, Fire Safety Inspector, Fire and Explosion Investigator
Description: When a fire takes place, Fire Investigators arrive on the scene to determine the cause and origin of the fire. They must respond immediately when a fire takes place. They often working nights, weekends and holidays. Investigators typically have at least a high school degree and previous employment in the fire department or police force. They will then attend training academies as well as on-the-job training.

Typical wages
10% | $39,860 |
25% | $50,230 |
Median | $64,610 |
75% | $81,800 |
90% | $100,780 |
10% | $19.16 |
25% | $24.15 |
Median | $31.06 |
75% | $39.33 |
90% | $48.45 |
Projected employment
Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
14,200 |
Projected Employment (2029 year) |
15,000 |
Percent Change | +0 % |
Projected Annual Job Openings | 1,500 |