r/Firefighting • u/Hero-Firefighter-24 • 27d ago

Ask A Firefighter At what age did you start firefighting?

Asking because it’s a late career choice for some, while others do it right after college or even high school.

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u/R0cksrfun 27d ago

Going into it at 30!

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u/Pristine_Art_9948 27d ago

are you excited for it ?? i want to do it. but im scared to fail in all honesty.

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u/ArmchairQB69 26d ago

I started to pursue a career in firefighting at the age of 33. I was a tradesman and wanted a better lifestyle for myself and my family. It was a big jump especially with a young family and a lot of people relying on me. The thought did cross my mind “what if I don’t make it” as it’s a reality for a lot of people but I shook that off and thought I might as well try, at least I gave it my all and I wouldn’t look back in 20 years in regret, wishing I got after it. I put in the work and made it one of the bigger priorities in my life. Just under two years of putting in the work I had offers from two cities in the same week. Just got off probation and life is good. One of the best choices of my life! You won’t regret it

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u/[deleted] 25d ago

That’s really motivating to hear man, I’m currently debating in my head if I should leave law enforcement to get pursue a career in firefighting. I’m 25 I have a family that depends on my and scared to fail at it all and leave my family in a tough spot financially. Just gotta do it