Being a firefighter is no-doubt a rewarding and unique job. After all, not many careers give you the opportunity to be a hero and experience life or death situations with your co-workers. The dangers and responsibilities associated with this job earn it's workers a high level of honor and respect.

If you have a deep desire to help people, and willingness to do whatever that takes, firefighting may seem like the perfect job for you. However, finding a job as a firefighter can be difficult. The competition is high, and you need to have what it takes.