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Auburn Fire Department

A Rewarding Career

Life might not always be exciting for a firefighter with all the long hours of sitting around, but when that bell starts ringing and they jump into action knowing that their training will save lives.

However, saving lives is not the only rewarding aspect of a firefighter’s life. News methods of extinguishing fires are being developed everyday to ensure that people’s homes and precious memorabilia are protected from water damage as well as fire damage.

Becoming a FirefighterStep 1:Fulfill General Qualifications Before Applying -At least 18 years old -Excellent health -Possess high school diploma or GED -Possess valid drivers lincense -Ability to pass a background check

Step 2:Apply at the Auburn/Opelika Fire Department headquarters at

1015 Avenue BOpelika, Alabama 36803

Step 3:Pass Interview Process -Formal interview -Fitness test -Mental health exam

The Auburn Family

“Being a part of the Auburn Fire Department is like being in a big family. We eat together, plays games together, fight fires together. We will always have each other’s backs.” - Captain Jack Sparrow

“Though we still have chores like cleaning the trucksevery morning and every night and making the rounds on all the equipment. Still its better than being in a cubicle all day!” - Lt. John Doe

Training Days

The Auburn Fire Department is blessed to have access to facilities such as the “fire trailor.” This steel trailor was developed to create fires in the same manner that movie studios do for films. This allows the environment to be safe yet resemble a real-life hazardous situtation.