Back to Trade ListFire Fighter Apprenticeship Opportunities
Job Description
Firefighters control and put out fires and respond to emergencies involving life, property, or the environment.
Working Conditions
On the scene of a fire or other emergency, firefighters’ work may be dangerous. On call at fire stations, firefighters sleep, eat, and perform other duties during shifts that often last 24 hours. Most paid firefighters work full time.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, with proof of high school graduation or general education development (GED) equivalent. Must also place on the “Fitness for Duty”/NFPA 1582 Medical Physical Exam.
Available Apprenticeship Programs