Illinois

Fire Protection Technician in Illinois

Complete guide to fire protection technician careers in Illinois including salary data, job opportunities, training programs, and licensing requirements.

$78K

Average Salary

11%

Job Growth

642+

Open Positions

21+

Training Programs

Fire Protection Technician Salary in Illinois

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Entry Level

$55K

0-2 years experience

Average

$78K

All experience levels

Experienced

$109K+

10+ years experience

vs. National Average

+15%

State Rank

#7

Fire Protection Technician Jobs by City in Illinois

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Fire Protection Technician Training in Illinois

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Illinois Technical College

Chicago

Certificate2-4 years
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Illinois Technical College

Chicago

Certificate2-4 years
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Illinois Technical College

Chicago

Certificate2-4 years
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Fire Protection Technician License Requirements in Illinois

Illinois requires fire protection technicians to be licensed. Requirements typically include:

  • Completion of approved training program or apprenticeship
  • Minimum work experience (typically 2-4 years)
  • Passing the state licensing examination
  • Background check and application fee
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