Apprenticeship Works Firefighter Start 2027

The exceptionally varied apprenticeship consists of a craft‑based and a fire‑service technical section. You will receive extensive craft training, for example in working with wood and metal, in the works fire brigade departments of the Freudenberg Group and in inter‑company training centres. In the fire‑service section you will acquire the basic knowledge for operations, such as the ability to assess a fire's progress, heat and smoke development and select suitable extinguishing agents. You will learn to use rescue equipment for technical assistance and the correct handling of hazardous substances. You will carry out maintenance and servicing of fire protection systems, fire engines and breathing apparatus, and assist in instructing company employees on fire protection topics.

Working with wood and metal in the craft training section; assessing fire progress, heat and smoke development and selecting suitable extinguishing agents; using rescue equipment for technical assistance; correct handling of hazardous substances; maintaining and servicing fire protection systems, fire engines and breathing apparatus; assisting in instructing company employees on fire protection topics

At least a successfully completed intermediate school leaving certificate (Mittlere Reife); minimum age at start: 18 years; personal and medical suitability; very good physical fitness; no fear of heights or claustrophobia; no colour or visual impairment; willingness to work shifts; high resilience, initiative, sense of responsibility, independence, team spirit, flexibility and willingness to learn