r/Firefighting • u/Headshot_Hermione • 7d ago

Career / Full Time Information needed regarding contract firefighting

I am currently working as a firefighter in Antarctica. I have my Fire 1, Fire 2, ARFF firefighter, state specific apparatus license, and state EMT-B certifications. In looking online, a lot of contracting companies such as V2X and KBR seem to require additional certifications that I haven’t heard much about- such as ARFF certified Driver Operator, State Certified Driver Operator, EVOC, and some also require a licensure related to munitions.

I’ve been trying with limited success to find institutions anywhere in the USA which would provide these particular courses without a department sponsoring. I know my volunteer department will cover me for the instructor and officer series of classes I still need, but beyond that I am probably on my own to go out and get them. Basically, I’m asking for any suggestions you guys have or tidbits you might know that can help pursue these.

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u/Educational-Buy9920 7d ago

Alabama Fire College will get you most of the certifications you will need.

Idk about that munitions one you mentioned.

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u/Educational-Buy9920 7d ago

Another note. The companies I've worked for and the job postings I've ever seen have only wanted IFSAC/ProBoard certifications. I believe, Alabama Fire College will get you certs with both numbers.

As far as state certs. The only one I've seen an exception for was EMT. I don't have NREMT and have been on contracts with my state cert.