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The Complete Guide to your Dream Fire Job

We will go through the steps you will be required to complete during the firefighter hiring process. The fire service can be an extremely competitive profession for entry level firefighters.  From past experiences as an aspiring firefighter that defeated several hiring processes.  I believe I can help you.  You must be up for a challenge but get ready this career is nothing but a challenge.

I will give you tips on how to improve your scores and other resources to help you along the process.

Every fire department does not follow the same firefighter hiring  process, but below you will find the standard steps required by most fire departments.
  • Application for Employment / Personal History Statement
  • Written Exam
  • Physical Agility Test
  • Oral Board Interview
  • Polygraph Exam
  • Physiological Exam
  • Background Investigation
  • Chief's Interview
Click the links to the left for further details into each process.
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You can't expect to just walk in and get a fire job

 You must be prepared going into the firefighter hiring process.  You will find some great beginner tips throughout the website.  There are many other resources within the website.  I highly recommend you take advantage of them.  Everything within this site is what I used to land my first job.

The Job of a Firefighter


As a firefighter you will be part of one of the most rewarding careers in the world.  Everyday you will be responsible for helping the community as a family.  Working in a fire station is like having a second home with another family.  The majority of firefighters (95 - 98%) look forward going to work.

Can you say this about your current career?

Where to Find Firefighter Jobs


This profession requires you have a desire to  help others, dedication, and professionalism.  It is not an easy job, firefighters are required to respond to a variety of different emergency and non-emergencies, while having time to participate in training sessions.  The turnover rate in the fire service is extremely low, most individuals that choose the fire service as a career end up retiring as a veteran firefighter.

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