Beginning the Testing Process
Besides the adrenaline rush of responding to fire calls, vehicle accidents and medical emergencies, the fire service has benefits that set it apart from the average career. Benefits can change from state to state and department to department, but some of the varied benefits are listed below...
Benefits of the Fire Service
- Fantastic schedule (1 day on - 2 days off or another similar schedule)
- Starting pay that ranges from $30,000-$55,000 per year
- Top pay that reaches above $80,000 in some states (and higher for officers)
- Competitive health benefits
- Paid vacation, holiday and FLSA days
- Retirement pension in many states
- Special teams involvement (Dive Rescue, High Angle Rescue, HAZMAT)
- The satisfaction of making a difference in people's lives
These are only a few of the great aspects of the job, but there are intangibles that are priceless.
For some, it is the camaraderie amongst firefighters that you don't find in most other careers. For others, it's the schedule that gives you the opportunity to start your own business or spend time with your family. Or maybe it's the fact that every kid in town runs to the street to wave to the firefighters on their way to a call. Whatever your reason, the fire department can be a very satisfying way to earn a living.
How do I get started in the testing process? That's why we're here.
