Works Firefighter

Every year on 1 September, the City of Frankfurt am Main offers a varied apprenticeship as a works firefighter with very good chances of being kept on, at the largest fire department in Hesse. The training lasts three years and ends with an IHK certificate.

• Extensive training in craftsmanship, firefighting technology and emergency medical services at the largest fire department in Hesse
• Preparation for an exciting job in fire and hazard protection, firefighting, technical assistance and emergency medical services
• Completion with an IHK certificate
• Attractive 24-hour shift model with special duties and a job-shadowing program
• Modern technical equipment and infrastructure
• Transfer into civil servant status after successfully completing the three-year training

• Minimum age: 17 years (at hiring)
• At least a Hauptschule diploma
• Successful participation in a theoretical and practical sports aptitude test
• German swimming badge in silver (proof only after passing the test)
• Medical fitness (including unrestricted respirator suitability, suitability for a class CE driving licence)
• Willingness to work shifts
• Strong teamwork skills
• Technical understanding and interest
• Manual skills
• Intercultural competence