Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians
SOC Code: 53-3011 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Drive ambulance or assist ambulance driver in transporting sick, injured, or convalescent persons. Assist in lifting patients.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson City, NV | $45,282 | $61,443 | $77,626 | $93,787 |
| Reno, NV | $45,282 | $61,443 | $77,626 | $93,787 |
| Cheyenne, WY | $37,606 | $46,093 | $54,600 | $63,086 |
| Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $36,608 | $45,157 | $53,685 | $62,234 |
| Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area | $35,360 | $43,160 | $50,939 | $58,739 |
| Casper, WY | $35,672 | $42,723 | $49,774 | $56,826 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA | $25,085 | $35,360 | $45,614 | $55,890 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $33,571 | $40,934 | $48,298 | $55,661 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $37,211 | $42,557 | $47,902 | $53,248 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $33,384 | $39,936 | $46,509 | $53,061 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | 3.5 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.5 | |
| Active Listening | 3.4 | |
| Active Learning | 3.1 | |
| Speaking | 3.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.1 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.1 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.0 | |
| Instructing | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.0 |
| English Language | 3.9 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.7 |
| Administration and Management | 3.4 |
| Law and Government | 3.3 |
| Transportation | 3.2 |
| Education and Training | 3.2 |
| Medicine and Dentistry | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 56.3% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 23.1% |
| Some college | 19.6% |
| Less than high school | 1.0% |
Typical Tasks
- Drive ambulances or assist ambulance drivers in transporting sick, injured, or convalescent persons.
- Remove and replace soiled linens or equipment to maintain sanitary conditions.
- Place patients on stretchers, and load stretchers into ambulances, usually with assistance from other attendants.
- Accompany and assist emergency medical technicians on calls.
- Earn and maintain appropriate certifications.
- Replace supplies and disposable items on ambulances.
- Report facts concerning accidents or emergencies to hospital personnel or law enforcement officials.
- Administer first aid, such as bandaging, splinting, or administering oxygen.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Word Computer aided dispatch software Mapping software Spreadsheet software Word processing software
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