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* Firefighter Job Openings Sec. 2
* Firefighter Job Openings Sec. 3
* Firefighter & EMS Outside USA
* Chief & Management Positions
* EMT & Paramedic Positions
| FIREFIGHTER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Most Fire Departments require that you are at least 18 years of age by the closing date of the recruitment period. Required is a HSD or GED. Successful completion of Fire Science College course work, previous firefighting or EMS experience (full-time, part-time, or volunteer) is highly desirable in the interview process , but is usually not required for testing. Good Vision in both eyes is required. Laser surgery may be acceptable, provided the above-mentioned standards Are met. Must have the ability to distinguish Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) color codes for hazardous material (blue, red, yellow, and white), and have no depth perception or peripheral vision problems. Successful long-term soft contact lens wearers may not be subjected to the uncorrected criterion.These are NFPA 1582 requirements. You must be a US citizen or be eligible for employment in the United States. You must posses a Valid Driver's license and maintain a clean driving record. Must read articles! Click on the the links - they do require Acrobat Reader ( Part 1 ) & ( Part 2 ) |
* Firefighter Min. Qualifications
* Firefighter Selection Process
* What to Look for in a Job Posting
* Firefighter Testing Process
* Firefighter Physical Ability Test
* Firefighter Written Exam
* Tips on Improving Reading Comp.
* Test Taking Stratigies / Help
* Need to Know to Move on
* Attitude vs Aptitude
* Age & the Fire Service / EMS Ind.
* Pre-Existing Problems / Records
* First Impressions
* Addressing an Interview Panel
* Handouts, Resumes & Talking
* Firefighter Oral Board Questions
* Loaded Interview Questions
* Firefighter / EMT Success Guide
* Education & Staying Current
* Success in the Fire Service / EMS
* Master the Fire Service Hiring Proc.
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