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Perfect Firefighter Candidate / FireCareers

We are celebrating our 36th year serving Future Firefighters. We have a special offer to join during our 36 year anniversary celebration (Please see offer below)

Testimonial:

To FireCareers,

I cannot say enough about the service you provide. I have been a career firefighter for 17 years now, none of it would of been possible if it were not for Perfect Firefighter Candidate/FireCareers. I recall receiving the yellow cards in the mail years … Read the rest

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Perfect Firefighter Candidate / FireCareers

We are celebrating our 36th year serving Future Firefighters. We have a special offer to join during our 36 year anniversary celebration (Please see offer below)

Testimonial:

To FireCareers,

This letter of thanks is for the service to which you have provided me for the last five years in my pursuit of a fire service career.

The information enabled me to test in many different cities, counties, and states broadening my jobs horizons. … Read the rest

FireCareers.com Membership Drive / HUGE MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS / Openings

Perfect Firefighter Candidate / FireCareers

We are celebrating our 36th year serving Future Firefighters. We have a special offer to join during our 36 year anniversary celebration (Please see offer below)

Testimonial:

FireCareers.com, I would like to thank you for your great website and for all of the up to date job 
postings and notifications. You are truly the top notch resource for someone looking to apply for 
fire positions. Your website led me to over 50 applications, … Read the rest

PARAMEDIC – City of Albany, Lebanon Fire District, and Tangent Rural Fire District, (OR)

City of Albany, Lebanon Fire District, and Tangent Rural Fire District, (OR)

PARAMEDIC

Salary:  $20.00 – $25.53 Hourly

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City of Albany, Lebanon Fire District, and Tangent Rural Fire District, (OR)

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PARAMEDIC

Firefighters Use FireCareers to find Firefighting Careers

I need to cancel my membership is music to my hears.  This means we did our job and helped the Perfect Firefighter Candidate find the perfect fire career.

Your website is the best resource for Firefighting jobs I’ve come across. I recommend it to everyone I meet that wants a career in Fire.  In fact, I start my first firefighter job on Monday all thanks to your website notifying me of the opening. I look forward to continue using … Read the rest

FireCareers partners with CSFA California State Firefighters Association.

We are proud to announce our new partnership with the California State Firefighter Association (CSFA). This new partnership is added value to our members.  Join CSFA as a Student or Explorer member and get deep discounts on a FireCareers membership.  Talk about added value, by joining CSFA and membership advantage for a savings of almost $100.  What a great way to join two great program to advance your career into the fire service..

We Want You As A Member: Join … Read the rest

Autobiography

Good morning, a fire dept I may be going into backgrounds wants an autobiography! Hand written two pages. HELP!

How to Write a Two-Page Autobiography

By Erica Sweeney

A short, two-page autobiography can be an essential resource in the corporate world, academic arena or other areas. It can introduce guest speakers, be part of a company’s press release or outline individual accomplishments for an employer. Writing a short autobiography can also be therapeutic because it will be a … Read the rest

Firefighters Wanted – WHAT’S NEXT

In my last blog I asked you, “Why do you want to be a firefighter?” I wanted you to take a look at your story and develop the real reason behind your desire to become a career firefighter. The next step is figuring out what you will do to make it happen.

The first and best course of action will be developing a strategic plan, which is a comprehensive plan that provides you expectations and goals along a timeline. The … Read the rest

Firefighters WANTED – Oral Question

Why do you want to become a Firefighter?

It’s an easy question to answer right? For many, this question has taken firefighter hopefuls to the bottom of the list, and fast. Why? Because most candidates asked this question never answer the question with complete honesty. Many times, a candidate will be misinformed and try to give an answer that is manufactured, or try to say what they think the interview panel is expecting to hear. The real expectation is that … Read the rest

FIREFIGHTERS WANTED –CPAT / BIDDLE

As entry level firefighters are needed across the Country they have to meet basic prerequisites. The list of minimum qualifications can be as basic as: 18 years old, High School Graduate or completion of the GED (General Educational Development) and a valid driver’s license.

The rule is to get yourself ready so when an agency is ready to test you’re ready to apply. Usually the requirements are more demanding and require you to have other certificates to apply for entry … Read the rest

SAFER Grants – KENT FIRE DEPT. (WA)

I wanted to point out a small fact about FireCareers.com that I think many people overlook. Our team works extremely hard to bring you the most up-dated and validated firefighter recruitment information on the internet today. BUT, it’s up to you to make the right moves.

Kent Fire Department in Washington was just awarded a SAFER Grant (Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response) July 10, 2015 in the amount of $1,390,806.00. Maybe you noticed that the Kent Firefighter … Read the rest

12 Steps – How To Become A Firefighter Faster – Guide by: Paul Card

How To Become A Firefighter Faster

Dear Firefighter Candidate-

I hope this guide helps you make your dreams of becoming a paid, professional firefighter come true…

It should be obvious that the steps aren’t difficult with a focused effort, and the time to complete them is under a year if you choose not to go to paramedic school and only as little as 18 months if you do.  This is a VERY small portion of your life and will put … Read the rest

Test Taking Strategies-How To Smoke The Firefighter Written Test

How to smoke the firefighter written test!

The written test can be the first step to a long and successful career or it can be the first step to putting in your application to another job opening. I have found the written test to be the easiest part of the firefighter application process as long as you are well prepared for it. Preparation for this test is the only part of the process that you can influence yourself. Make sure … Read the rest

The Rookie Attitude

The Rookie Attitude

Posted on March 13, 2015 by Jonathon Jacobs in Blog // 1 Comment

Fire Recruit Joshua Vanopynen and instructor Christopher Anderson practice disconnecting and connecting fire hose couplings.

As a rookie, our most important job is to earn the respect and trust of our brothers and sisters in the fire service.  Too often, departments get fresh recruits with very little life experience and no idea what they are truly getting into by joining the Fire … Read the rest

2015 Firefighter Candidate Workshop March 22, 2015

The firefighter candidate workshop is the most recognized entry-level firefighter training event to date. This event will prepare you, the candidate, to become a highly trained and excellent firefighter candidate. Upon completion you will have the necessary tools to compete for a career in the fire service anywhere. Fire Alumni and its events are the fastest growing community that inspire and prepare candidates for the coveted job of firefighter. During this industry leading event you will have the opportunity to … Read the rest

What does it take to become a firefighter?

Being a Firefighter sounds exciting, right?  A rewarding career with a good dose of action, excitement, energy, camaraderie, fulfillment, and variety while providing you with a good living for you and your current or future family.  That’s what the Fire Service is all about.  Or at least that’s what it looks like from the outside.

Now I’ll tell you that all of the things above are true… the Fire Service is all of those.  But what most people don’t see … Read the rest

FPSI seeks your participation in a National Firefighter Recruitment

We are happy to inform you of an exciting opportunity!

As you may know, Fire & Police Selection, Inc. (FPSI) is a national test publisher
of entry-level firefighter recruitment tests. FPSI's products have been used across
the United States and Canada to screen millions of firefighter candidates since
1997. Some of the departments who have used FPSI's tests as part of their
entry-level recruitment process include: Philadelphia Fire Department, Las Vegas
Fire Department, Baltimore City Fire Department, the City of … Read the rest

The 25 Reasons to Hire YOU as a Firefighter

FREE National firefighter test

“Hiring a Modern Day Firefighter”

Ventura County Fire Captain Dan Arnold is presenting: “Hiring a Modern Day Firefighter”, this is an all day workshop covering  the application process, written test preparation, physical agility preparation and oral interview preparation. We will also be providing career path guidance. Parents are welcome to attend with their students.

Guest Speaker is FireCareers owner Craig Freeman I will be speaking on the application process as well as the written test.  Added value, attend the workshop and  receive a FREE … Read the rest

CHP Arrests Firefighter at Accident Scene

A Chula Vista firefighter responding to a rollover accident on I-805 ended up in handcuffs Tuesday night after a dispute with a CHP officer. CBS News 8 cameras were rolling around 9:00 p.m. when the firefighter and CHP officer got in a dispute over where the fire engine should park, while firefighters were responding to the crash that happened north on I-805 between Telegraph Canyon Road and East Orange Avenue. Neither agency would make an official statement on camera.… Read the rest

New Firefighter Books from Chief Steve Prziborowski

The Future Firefighter’s Preparation Guide
Be The Best Firefighter Candidate You Can Be!

Getting hired in the fire service is not easy. Many have that desire, but for whatever reason cannot put the pieces together to make it a reality. Over the 20 plus years I have been in the fire service, I have been on both sides of the hiring process – as a candidate, and as a rater and proctor. This book will assist future firefighters specifically prepare … Read the rest

Firefighters and Crossfit

How To Become A Firefighter Faster

Today, i’m going to check off one major obstacle you’re probably feeling in the pursuit of becoming a paid, professional firefighter.

So…You want to be a firefighter, but you don’t know exactly what you should be doing and when to make it happen?

BOOM!

That stress is now gone.

On

9/11/13

I’m beginning to post all of the sections of a 12 step guide to becoming a firefighter faster that I wrote.  It’s going to be released  as a series … Read the rest

FIREFIGHTER CANDIDATE Camp – October 2013

Sponsored by Fire Alumni – Fire Alumni’s “FIREFIGHTER CANDIDATE CAMP” is a 5 day live event held by Fire Alumni and its’ highly acclaimed instructors in cooperation with South Bay Regional Public Safety Training Consortium. These camps are designed to better prepare you for the entry level firefighter hiring process . . .Firefighter Candidate Camp… Read the rest

What Are ‘They’ Looking For During an Oral Interview

Have you ever wondered what “they” were looking for in an oral interview candidate when you were testing for a fire department? This could be any entry-level, lateral level or even promotional level candidate.

Before we go any further, we need to answer the question: “who are they?” Well, depending on the jurisdiction, “they” are all or any one of the following: the fire chief, the fire department, the fire department personnel, the city (or other governing board), the elected/appointed … Read the rest

Fireman’s Prayer Honor – Yarnell 19 Arizona

Ashcraft, Andrew – Age: 29
Caldwell, Robert – Age: 23
Carter, Travis – Age: 31
Deford, Dustin – Age: 24
MacKenzie, Christopher – Age: 30
Marsh, Eric – Age: 43
McKee, Grant – Age: 21
Misner, Sean – Age: 26
Norris, Scott – Age: 28
Parker, Wade – Age: 22
Percin, John – Age: 24
Rose, Anthony – Age: 23
Steed, Jesse – Age: 36
Thurston, Joe – Age: 32
Turbyfill, Travis – Age: 27
Warneke, William – Age: 25… Read the rest

Amarillo Fire Department: Rookies receive badges

San Diego Holds First Recruit Academy in More Than Three Years The 73rd academy will field 34 recruits

The San Diego Fire-Rescue Department is seeing its first academy in more than 3 years complete training. The 73rd academy will field 34 recruits, who will then join rank-and-file firefighters serving San Diego.

As is tradition with each class, nighttime drills are held which allow relatives and friends of the future firefighters a chance to observe, up close, exactly what being a firefighter is all about. Observing the demonstrations drove home not only how significant an accomplishment completing the … Read the rest

Latest Recruit Class Graduates Join Hawaii Fire Department

The Hawaii Fire Department recently held commencement exercise for its 41st Fire Fighter Recruit Class.

Department officials said the class underwent months of intensive instruction and fieldwork from a nationally recognized fire science curriculum.

That included fire and rescue training, treatment of wildland fires, handling of hazardous materials, lifeguard certification and driver training.

The recruits also earned Emergency Medical Technicians Basic certifications.

The recruits applied their EMT skills on clinical rotations through the Central, Kawailani and Keaau Fire Stations on … Read the rest

Paramedic/Engineer Jamie Taylor Selected LSFD 2013 Firefighter of the Year

LEE’S SUMMIT, MO– The Lee’s Summit Fire Department is proud to announce that Paramedic/Engineer Jamie Taylor has been selected by the department and the Lee’s Summit Firefighter’s Association Local 2195, as the 2013 Firefighter of the Year.

Paramedic Taylor is a four year member of the department assigned to Fire Station 7, on C Shift. He was nominated by several members of the department for his compassion and overall contribution to the department and the community.

Paramedic Taylor’s level of … Read the rest

Using Work-Sample Physical Ability Tests to Maintain Fitness Standards of Incumbent Firefighters

Daniel A. Biddle, Ph.D; CEO, Fire & Police Selection, Inc.
Stacy L. Bell, M.S.; Vice President, Fire & Police Selection, Inc.

In 2000, the National Fire Protection Agency made a bold but profound statement: “Overweight, out-of-shape fire fighters are an accident waiting to happen” (NFPA, 2000). While the statement can be supported by common sense alone, research data shows just how true this statement really is. For example, a 2005 study revealed that nearly 50% of all injuries to civilian … Read the rest

Today’s Firefighter Preparation Seminar in Livermore – were you there?

This morning at the annual Firefighter Preparation seminar in Livermore at Las Positas College (coordinated by Fire Alumni), I had the incredible opportunity to present “25 Reasons to Hire you as a Firefighter.” I had a blast, saw a lot of old friends and acquaintances (Bob Atlas, Brian Helmick, Ron Johansen, Craig Freeman, Paul Lepore, John Walsh, Arnie Brockmire, Tonya Hoover, just to name a few), I got meet some new friends, and I got to meet lots of future … Read the rest

Old school wisdom…

Will you being your career like an empty toilet paper roll?

5 Ways to combat the Winter Blues

If you woke up this morning feeling a little less vibrant than your usual self, you’re not alone. The third Monday of January is known as “Blue Monday”in Europe, and researchers there have created a mathematical formula to show that today is the day people feel most depressed out of the entire year.

A combination of the cold weather, short days, post-holiday woes, waning motivation for New Year’s Resolutions, and the simple fact that it’s Monday, all conspire … Read the rest

Self Help Workshops Coming…

The 2013 Firefighter recruitment season has begun. Already some of the big hitters have taken applications. Most notability Los Angeles City Fire just closed their application period. They are looking to hire some 350-400 firefighters a.s.a.p. More openings are expected during the list and this could be one of the largest recruitments in LAFD history.

We are seeing more firefighters graduating academies all across the Country. Today Madison Fire, graduated 20 new firefighters into their ranks of the fire department.… Read the rest

November warmth

Fall, what a beautiful time of year – earlier bedtimes, cooler temperatures and the warmth of a homemade soup.   Remember within the hustle and bustle to take a moment for a little self-nurturing.  It is so important to treat yourself to even 5 minutes of quiet, relaxation, meditation, or whatever it is that allows you to be you, balanced and free of stress.

Food Focus for November – Root Vegetables

The roots of any plant are its anchor and foundation; … Read the rest

Understanding Fire Department Recruitment

Fire Careers was formed 30 years ago by husband and wife Craig and Pam Freeman. Since then, they’ve assisted individuals throughout the United States to understand and progress through the United States’ fire department recruitment process.

About Fire Department Recruitment

Attempting to learn the ins and outs of fire department recruitment from scratch isn’t the best use of your time, if you’re eager to secure your next role. Instead, enlist recruitment service Fire Careers to identify the right opportunities on … Read the rest

How to Become a Firefighter

Whether you’re aspiring to enter the fire service, or you’re an experienced firefighter, Fire Careers recruitment service can help you plan your next step. We’re a fire recruitment service with 30 years’ experience. Are you eager to advance to the next career level? Or do you simply wish to your foot in the door? Whatever your career circumstances, we’re the subscription service for you.

Become a Firefighter with FireCareers’ Help

We will tap into our industry contacts to help identify … Read the rest

Easier Access to Career Firefighter Jobs

Have you always dreamed of a long, rewarding career in the fire service? With the economy being what it is, you owe it to yourself to press forward with every competitive advantage available to you. Fire Careers is one such advantage. We’re a fire recruitment business with our fingers on the pulse of the United States national fire service. We will notify you of the best and brightest career firefighter jobs as they become available: all for the bargain subscription … Read the rest

FireCareers Firefighter Workshops

FireCareers Firefighter Workshop: Come join me in a seating limited daylong event as we discover the tools you have to be successful in your pursuit of a BADGE. Receive a FREE annual membership when you attend a FireCareers workshop, and lunch is provided as well. Class size is limited to 10 people.

You will learn: What it takes to become a firefighter. We will share a lot of information and discuss in great detail Oral boards and the types of … Read the rest

Firefighter Education Requirements & Suggestions

As with most employment opportunities, the higher the education level, the better; particularly in regard to salary and promotions. The same can be applied to the career of a firefighter, mainly due to the fact that most departments require certain certifications and credentials, such as the emergency medical technician (EMT), and at the very least a high diploma or GED. On top of that, having a college degree will increase a fire fighter hopeful’s chances of obtaining employment in this … Read the rest

The best ways to become a fireman

Thanks to all the unfiltered information available via the Internet, it can be difficult to recognize the best ways to become a fireman.

That’s where Fire Careers comes in. We offer expert, fully-vetted advice and guidance on how to secure your dream career.

How to become a fireman

There are numerous ways your can boost your opportunities to become a fireman. A bachelor’s degree is typically looked upon highly, as is earning your EMT license. Volunteer experience is … Read the rest

How to become a fireman

Fire Careers first launched our fire recruitment service 30 years ago. Since then, we’ve assisted people at all levels within the first industry, as well as educating novices on how to become a fireman.

Whether you’re on the hunt for your next promotion, or looking for an entry-level role to get your foot in the door, Fire Careers has the inside track on opportunities throughout the United States.

We assist our members by notifying them the second a suitable job … Read the rest

How to become a firefighter

Whether you’re already a member of the fire service, or dream of getting your foot in the door in this important industry, Fire Careers recruitment service can help.

Thanks to our industry contacts, we post all opportunities to become a firefighter throughout the United States. As soon as a job is publicized, our members will know about it; we notify them via email, text message or Facebook.

Fire Careers will help you become a firefighter

Individuals who subscribe to Fire … Read the rest

Firefighter careers – things to consider

It isn’t easy to become a firefighter. Even after you have become qualified, competition for jobs is fierce and nothing is guaranteed.

If you’re thinking about firefighter careers, here are a few things to consider:

The unique challenges of firefighter careers

Candidates looking into firefighter careers have to weigh up several factors that people in other jobs do not. For example:

• Time commitment – becoming a firefighter can take years
• Education – formal training or a Fire Sciences

… Read the rest

Applying to become a fireman

Applying to become a fireman isn’t like applying for other jobs. The application, for example, is Government-prepared and sent directly to a Content Management System (CMS) that does all the fact-checking. This makes the job of the fire department HR manager a lot easier, as some firefighter jobs will result in hundreds of applications.

This also ensures no bias towards younger candidates with better-looking resumes. These things shouldn’t matter, but sometimes they do.

The effect of your resume on your … Read the rest

A firefighter career can be yours

If you’re looking to begin a firefighter career but don’t know where to start, visit Fire Careers. We can help.

How to get started with a firefighter career

There are lots of great things you can do to increase your chances of getting a job as a firefighter. These include earning a bachelors degree, earning an EMT license, and graduating from a Fire Academy. Volunteer experience is also extremely useful, along with working for the local Department of Forestry. A … Read the rest

When life gives you lemons: Fight Cancer, Boost Immunity, Improve Digestion and More.

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade and many other wonderful dishes.  But wait! Use the whole lemon.  Yes ! The peel also.  The peel contains 5 to 10 times more of the vitamins and nutrients than just the lemon flesh and juice.

When most people think of lemons, they think of them as a seasoning to add to dishes or beverages, to enhance flavor.  We never really think of consuming the whole lemon.,  Also, we usually just think of … Read the rest

Firefighter careers at your fingertips

In these tough times, finding a job can be a tall order. In the fire service, or dreaming of putting out flames for a living? Fire Careers can point you in the right direction, posting all the latest and greatest firefighter careers opportunities online.

Benefits of our firefighter careers service

Subscribe to Fire Careers and you’ll get:

• Instant access to expert advice from fire professionals
• Membership incentive programs
• Instant notifications when relevant firefighter careers are posted

Been recently laid off? … Read the rest