Fire Fighter Jobs in Virginia
Fire Fighter jobs in Virginia are open across Richmond, Chantilly, and Portsmouth and other Virginia metros, with employers like Summit Fire & Security, Atlantic Constructors, and Johnson Controls hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About M.C. Dean
M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.
Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values, agility, expertise, and trust we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.
Fire Alarm Early Intern
A Fire Alarm Early Intern assists in the installation of fire alarm equipment in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.
Responsibilities:
- Assembling, installing, testing, and maintaining fire alarm or electronic wiring, conduit, cable, equipment, components and devices associated with electrical equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.
- Installing and mounting of fire alarm controls, device, panels, sensors, and components.
- Performing interlock wiring as required.
- Testing electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices. Inspecting installation sites and studying work orders, building plans, and installation manuals in order to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
- Diagnosing malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
- Reading contract drawings.
- Trouble shooting FA systems, notification device, relays, detectors and modules.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a high school degree or equivalent.
- Reliable Transportation
- Must successfully pass a background check and drug test
- Possibility for mandatory overtime, which may fluctuate and include night and weekend work.
- Other duties as assigned, such as composite cleanup: removing, disposing and recycling of composite materials.
- Up to 25% travel may be required.
- Safety awareness.
- Teamwork skills.
Working conditions and environment:
This position is physically demanding and often requires working outdoors while exposed to all types of weather conditions and while working in all types of environments. For example, the incumbent may be required to work, depending on the job location and the time of year, in the heat, cold, rain and snow. This position also requires working at extreme heights, in areas that are under construction, or in restricted areas such as a switchgear room, manhole, utility tunnel, crawl space or attic. The incumbent must be able to access work areas that are accessible only by O.S.H.A. approved site construction ladders or stairs that are under construction. Additionally, this position requires flexible work hours. In order to get a project completed on time, employees are often required to work overtime, weekends and night shifts. The incumbent must work in the presence of customers and their representatives with little or no interference or disruption to the customer while maintaining a professional and courteous image.
Abilities:
The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform various tasks, including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in the transportation of various materials. Proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed to ensure personal and team safety.
- Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.
- Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
- Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
- Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
- May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
- Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
- Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
- See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
- Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Pay Range: USD $18.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr.
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Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Fire Fighter Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Summit Fire & Security32

- Atlantic Constructors15

- Johnson Controls9

- Jensen Hughes8

- Convergint7

Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing26
- Construction & Real Estate22
- Consulting & Professional Services20
- Technology & Software10
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in fire fighter jobs across Virginia.
- Valid Firefighter I and II certification from a recognized state or national authority
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification at the basic or paramedic level
- Valid driver's license with ability to obtain a commercial or emergency vehicle endorsement
- Successful completion of a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) or equivalent
- High school diploma or GED, with preference for fire science coursework or an associate degree
- Hazardous materials operations-level certification or willingness to obtain within probationary period
Fire Fighter Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many fire fighter jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 91+ fire fighter openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Richmond, Chantilly, and Portsmouth. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
How much do fire fighters make in Virginia?
Fire fighters in Virginia earn a median of about $58,670 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $38,310 for the lowest 10% to over $77,310 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Virginia cities have the most fire fighter jobs?
Richmond, Chantilly, and Portsmouth have the most fire fighter openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire fire fighters in Virginia?
Employers hiring fire fighters in Virginia include Summit Fire & Security, Atlantic Constructors, and Johnson Controls, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote fire fighter jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 12% of fire fighter openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for fire fighter jobs in Virginia?
You can apply to fire fighter jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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