* Job description: Protect communities against the loss of life, injury, and destruction of property by fire. Fire Fighters work as a team with each person assigned to a special job.
* Abilities, Special Interests: Must be able to use physical agility, strength, and stamina. Must have excellent health. Mush haveKnowledge of first aid.
* Working Conditions: Fire Fighters may be exposed to toxic gases and fumes, flames, hazardous chemicals, heat, stress, and high levels of noise. Hours vary but often include being on duty 24 hours and then being off duty 24 or 48 hours, resulting in 56 hours a week, including holidays. Fire Fighters perform work in physically demanding situations and for prolonged periods under