ABOARD THE CARRIER ENTERPRISE â In a room about half the size of a tennis court, half. a dozen sailors are waiting for a seat to open up at one of 30 computers lining the bulkheads. With a library next door, itâs like a high school media center, only the patrons are a few years.
Get the basic requirements. Firefighters must have a high school diploma and hold a valid driverâs license. Though firefighters must be 18 years old in order to work, limited on-the-job training can begin at a younger age. There may be a limit on age as well, usually between 28 and 30 years old.
There are, however, a few extra requirements, common for most New York City fire departments: 1  Youâll need at least 15 college semester credits, or; 2  You must be an honorably discharged full-time soldier, or; 3  You must have 6 months of full-time, paid working experience, with a recommendation from your employers.