Fire Fighter
What's In Store For You!
How Much Will You Be Getting!
Working Conditions
How Many Hours Will You Be Getting!
Education and Training
Advantages
Disadvantages
Future Of A Fire Fighter
Ways To Become A Fire Fighter!
Interview with Phil Castleton, Leading Fireman, Birmingham, England
Interesting Fire Fighting Links
A firefighter doesn't just serve to simply put fires out. There is much more to the job than just that. It is to save the lives of others. Their job is more important than we often realize. They go through blazing fires, and they help others in need. This is what makes their job so adventurous.
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A fire fighters job is extremely valid. However, unlike doctors and lawyers, they are not rewarded as well financially. Fire fighters earn up to $20,000 a year in large cities and experienced fighters $28,000.
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Most of a fire fighter's time is spent in the fire station. These areas are usually well kept and suitable to be in for long periods of time. Fighters can relax while watching TV or reading books or magazines. On the other hand, fighters are often faced with the worst conditions while trying to extinguish the fire.
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An average work week for a fire fighter is approximately 50 hours. In some cases it might be as low as 40 or as high as 60 hours.
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One must have completed high school. Then he or she should take the civil service exam. Training usually takes place either before you get the job or once you've gotten it.
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The biggest advantage is the security of the job. People can obtain excellent retirement funds. Plus if one is injured on the job he or she will get benefits also.
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Obviously everyone knows that being a fire fighter is very dangerous. The fighter risks his own life each and every time they go to fight a fire. The chance of being seriously injured is extremely high.
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The future for fire fighting is average like most other jobs. The smaller communities might turn volunteer squads into actual jobs for fighters. This might help increase the demands for fire fighters.
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This page was created by Erin Stinson and last modified on August 15, 1996.