How to Become a Fire Apparatus Engineer
A fire apparatus engineer drives and operates heavy fire apparatus (fire engines and trucks). This individual is also responsible for protecting people and property from fire. A fire apparatus engineer is responsible for the general maintenance and operations of fire department equipment, tools and facilities. In addition, he or she is responsible for administering rescue and emergency-medical assistance to victims, cleaning the fire apparatus and training crews to fight fires. There are certain criteria that must be met in order to become a fire apparatus engineer.
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Things You'll Need
- High school diploma or GED
- Current driver's license of the appropriate class
- Experience as a fire fighter
Instructions
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Prepare to Become a Fire Apparatus Engineer
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Meet the requirements of becoming a fire apparatus engineer by being at least 18 years of age and having a high school diploma or GED. You must also have a current driver's license.
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Meet experience requirements for this position. You must have work experience as a fire fighter and possess a Fire Fighter II certification. You'll typically need at least 8 months to 2 years of work experience as a fire fighter, but the amount of experience required for this position varies depending upon the location of employment.
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Pass the Fire Apparatus Engineer Examination. This exam will include a supplemental application, which will determine whether you have the appropriate knowledge, skills and potential to perform the required job duties.
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Pass a background investigation to become a fire apparatus engineer. Certain convictions may exclude you as a successful applicant.
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Pass the physical and medical examinations. You must be in good health, possess physical strength, display agility and stamina and have full use of both hands and feet. Your weight must be proportionate to your height.
Locate Fire Apparatus Engineer Jobs
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Visit Fire Employment.com and the National Fire Protection Association website to find job listings (see Resources below). These websites provide information on job openings all over the United States.
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Visit local fire stations to find out about available jobs in your area.
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Tips & Warnings
Plan to work long hours, and let your loved ones know what to expect. You may be on call 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays. You will also be required to live and work in remote areas.
