im going to iraq in March of 2008 i will be getting out as soon as i get back, I want to be a firefighter but i dont know where to start, can some please help me??????
2007-12-16 09:16:01 · 16 answers · asked by bernardo m 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
I'd go to the local fire department... or maybe the county. Tell them what you just posted. See what they say. The only chance you have here is to hope somebody who's done what you're doing is online. The rest of us are only guessing.
Tell them you're interested in a career in the fire department. Find out the requirements, what schools you'll attend,maybe find out if your MOS is applicable... or even useful in landing a job with them.
But that's what I'd do. One sure thing. If you don't let them know you're interested, chances are they're not going to come looking for you.
2007-12-16 09:29:33 · answer #1 · answered by gugliamo00 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A lot depends on your MO, and your level of education; and just as important, job experiences.
You don't mention any of these. And whether or not you have ever been convicted of a felon: if you have, forget it.
Best thing to do, is try to further your education in a chosen career field while you're in the Army; and be sure to check out what your G.I. benefits will be, regarding further education.
Firefighting is a most sought after profession. One must be strong and healthy; and a good education doesn't hurt; it would give you a leg up.
While you're in service, via the Internet, try to get in touch with a fire department; and/or those who are firefighters; research that profession. The more general knowledge you have about anything, the better off you are.
Good luck,
Wotan
2007-12-16 09:32:00 · answer #2 · answered by Alberich 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is your current job in the Army? If the skills you currently possess translate into firefighting at all you should be okay. Try volunteer firefighting while you're getting ready to outprocess. I would start as soon as possible (after you get back from Iraq) because it's extremely hard to get a job as a civilian right now. You may also want to check with the VA or working as contract on base while waiting to start your new career as a firefighter. Best of luck to you and thanks for all that you do!
2007-12-16 09:26:10 · answer #3 · answered by Holly 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Dude, I am practically in the same boat. I get back in April and get out in November. I am just going to go to college. To be a firefighter I would start at the same place, I know that there are college courses on firefighting. You can also get certified in wilderness fire fighting which is like forest fire's, I took a course on that before I joined. They had us do a pack test which at the time I thought was hard but now looking back I realize that it was a joke. The course was ran by one of the fire stations near my hometown. good luck bro.
2007-12-16 09:32:54 · answer #4 · answered by RECON! 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well look into the military training for that or anything else you might like to do. This is free from the army. Theyy have such at bases all over the place, so apply if a postion is available.
As others have suggested talk to your local guys first and see what it takes and look to get some of it out of the army.
Keep your head down, but watch what and where you're going.
2007-12-16 09:27:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you come back from your upcoming deployment your first stop should be at the ACAP office (Army Career and Alumni Program. They are located within the posts ACS Bldg. (Army Community Services). They offer Career workshops, job counseling, resume writing, job searches, and other useful tools to get you into the job you want in the real world. Thank you for your service to our great nation!!
2007-12-16 09:57:42 · answer #6 · answered by mike_bellnj 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might try starting out with forest fire fighting. You can work for the US Forest Service. They hire thousands every summer. As a vet you'll get preference in being hired.
2007-12-16 12:00:43 · answer #7 · answered by 19G30 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go on line and look to see what the requirements are. You have 3 months before you ship out. Plenty of time.
2007-12-16 09:19:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your local fire department. They should be able to guide you in the right direction.
Also, I'm pretty sure B. Dalton, or any other book store, should carry prep books for the fire fighting exam. I suggest studying while deployed.
Good luck, stay safe.
2007-12-16 09:20:12 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to college and get a degree., with the GI Bill. Hold off on getting married
2007-12-16 09:24:17 · answer #10 · answered by David D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋