Firefighting

HOW TO APPLY TO BECOME A FIREFIGHTER

The first step in applying for your local fire department is to fill out their official job application. The process of obtaining and...

Full-Time Firefighter... Where to begin?

Every day, people inquire through the Minnesota Fire Hire website wondering… How do I become a full-time firefighter? Although it may...

Kick Off Your Heels!

Growing up, Kris Prescott contemplated becoming a firefighter. It was a lifelong dream that Prescott continued to push to the back of her...

What do I wear to an interview to become a firefighter?

Getting an interview to meet with the fire department is a big deal because obtaining the title of a firefighter can add many benefits to...

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OSHA and Infectious Diseases... Oh my!

Learn about OSHA, Infectious Diseases, and how the fire service has changed over time!

Where Did Firefighters Come From?

Ahhh… The first day of school. Just like elementary school, middle school, and high school, the first day is nerve wracking. Walking into...

FIRE(WO)MAN

Who do you think of when you think of a firefighter? Do you think of someone you know who is a firefighter? Do you think of a man? Is...

"Paid-on-call" firefighter. What does it mean?

Let's talk about the paid-on-call firefighter