How Do You Become A Firefighter In Illinois?
Firefighters have many more responsibilities than just fighting fires. They do rescue work, remove hazardous chemicals from roadways, and do fire prevention talks and seminars at schools and community organizations. They also do the cleaning and repair work to their tools, equipment and firehouses. In Illinois, communities depend on their fire departments to provide medical and sometimes ambulance services. Here’s how to become an Illinois firefighter Be at least 21 years old up to 35 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent and possibly meet a residency requirement in the community you wish to work. Start by going to a fire department or personnel office in your city to check out current or anticipated openings. Find out the specific requirements in your community and what testing procedures may be used and when you can take the tests. Most fire protection districts in Illinois have their own specific fire and police commission or civil service commission. Find out what gui
