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Forest Fire Fighter
CHF 77'679 (CHF)/yr
CHF 37.35 (CHF)/hr
CHF 0 (CHF)/yr
The average forest fire fighter gross salary in Switzerland is CHF 77'679 or an equivalent hourly rate of CHF 37. In addition, they earn an average bonus of CHF 0. Salary estimates based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in Switzerland. An entry level forest fire fighter (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of CHF 56'661. On the other end, a senior level forest fire fighter (8+ years of experience) earns an average salary of CHF 94'803.
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Salary Potential
CHF 82'649 (CHF)
6 %
Based on our compensation data, the estimated salary potential for Forest Fire Fighter will increase 6 % over 5 years.
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View Cost of Living PageSwitzerland, officially the Swiss Confederation, is a landlocked country located in west-central Europe. It is bordered by Italy to the south, France to the west, Germany to the north and Austria and Liechtenstein to the east. Switzerland is geographically divided among the Swiss Plateau, the Alps and the Jura; the Alps occupy the greater part of the territory, whereas most of the country's population of 9 million are concentrated on the plateau, which hosts its largest cities and economic centres...
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Job Description
Combats forest fires, working alone or as member of crew. Suppresses and controls spread of fire, using ax, chain saw, shovel, and hand- or engine-driven water pumps to fell trees, cut and clear brush, digs trenches, and extinguish flames and embers . Maintains watch in burned area after fire for hot spots that may restart fire. Collaborates with crew of... workers as needed.
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