theclanof5
Returning Member

work expenses and commuting mileage

I am a 19 year old Wildland Firefighter, commuting twice monthly 90 miles each way for 7 months (1260 miles total). For the job I had to buy a pulaski ($75) and safety boots ($500). Are any of these deductible as a work expense? Should I use an itemized form or the Free Turbo Tax form (or can I  itemize on the free form)?