What rewards does a firefighter get?

Answer 1

Many volunteer opportunities and career choices in firefighting offer many perks, others not so much. The profession, whether paid or volunteer, is generally entered with the intent to help the community and not because of the paychecks as it is a very demanding profession for what is usually not a large paycheck.

One benefit of this and other similar professions, although varying by the employing agency, is insurance.

Another benefit is that some regions have a retirement plan. For example, the state of Georgia in the United States offers a "Firefighter Pension Fund" in which paid and volunteer firefighters are eligible for a special retirement program if they meet certain requirements. Most employing agencies also offer their own retirement plan (such as a 401K).

The profession is certainly not a job to enter for an easy job, and should not be entered just for the glamour of being a firefighter. This is a profession in which serious thought should be put into before filling out an application. The firefighting industry requires constant training and preparation as well as ambition, as well as the willingness to risk your life for the community and for strangers.

If you are interested in entering the firefighting industry, please refer to your local fire department for more information.