Does the military help you become a firefighter?

It has been my experience that not only do military veterans do well during the application and hiring process, but also excel as firefighters, and if you ask any firefighter today, those who have served often continue to distinguish themselves from their peers throughout their careers.

Is the fire department like the military?

The fire service is a para-military organization. Many of the common terms in the fire service, such as captain and lieutenant, were taken directly from the military. Words like code, honor, commitment, and integrity are as important to the fire service as they are to the military.

How hard is it to get into the fire service?

It’s really difficult to become a firefighter. A constant story from many firefighters is that it can take many attempts before you’re successful. You need to find out when the fire service you’re considering to apply to is likely to have its next recruitment period.

Which military branch is best for firefighting?

While all four branches of the military have firefighters, most are in either the Air Force or the Navy. Unless your son wants to be a Marine first, steer clear there. The Army has firefighters, but most are in the Army Reserve, not active-duty. My recommendation would be Air Force.

What Asvab score do I need to be a firefighter in the army?

88
To become an Army firefighter you need a score of at least 88 on the general mechanical (GM) area of the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) tests.

What do military firefighters do?

Military firefighters do much more than fight fires. They also perform inspections to minimize fire dangers, provide first aid to accident victims, and respond to hazardous materials spills. They assist civilian fire departments when needed.

What score do you need on the Asvab to be a firefighter?

How long is firefighter AIT?

13 weeks
Job training for firefighter requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 13 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field, including practice in fighting fires.