Any firefighters on here?

[balla06]

Big city dep differ from small city on the hiring process. Pay/shift structure depend on where you're at. I've been at it since 2006. It's not an easy job(in a big city especially) but it's an honest and rewarding job.

My advice to you is if it's something that is only appealing to you bc it's a "cool" job and the chicks dig firemen then please don't waste your time. We run guys like that out. If you really want to make a difference in your community and truly help/save ppls lives all while it going unnoticed and being under paid for the job you do and there is no hesitation on you being willing to lay down your life for a complete stranger then look into it.

For me, I live and breathe it and I wouldn't do a damn thing besides it. Most ppl can't stomach the things we see and do on a daily basis. So really ask yourself if you can and if what I said above fits with you. Firefighting/EMS isn't for everyone. We are the only ones running into a burning building while everyone is running out.

 

[Simpllyhuge]

I want to be one. It's a long process. Even if big cities it a big wait and lots if people filing lawsuits holding things up.

 

[rfire]

I work for a large dept on the west coast. Like Deerslayer said previously< This is the best job in the world!!! I have been on the job since 2001 and cant see myself ever doing anything else. Yes we work 24hr shifts and sometimes more if I pick up overtime, but when Im off, I have 24 to 96 hrs off to spend with my family. I love what I do for a living!!

 

[Simpllyhuge]

I am waiting to get on in NYC but this last test had some shenanigans with the scoring. Anyway I am hoping to get called within the next three years. I am dying to get on here.

 

[deerslayer41]

I am waiting to get on in NYC but this last test had some shenanigans with the scoring. Anyway I am hoping to get called within the next three years. I am dying to get on here.

Don't put all your eggs in one basket. Apply to a bunch of departments.

 

[desibaba]

Is it possible to become a firefighter in san diego?

 

[Simpllyhuge]

Go to the fire house forums and research openings or filings. Big cities have civil service tests and teach you them selves most of the time and smaller places expect you to be trained already through school.