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.
Eligibility Requirements: To apply for the position of firefighter, you must: 1  Be at least 18 years of age. 2  Have a high school diploma or GED. 3  Have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.4  Have no felony convictions or misdemeanors involving moral turpitude.ligibility Requirements: To apply for the position of firefighter, you must: 1  Be at least 18 years of age. 2  Have a high school diploma or GED. 3  Have a valid driver's license and a good driving record. 4  Have no felony convictions or misdemeanors involving moral turpitude.