On March 1 , 2024 , the Wilmington Fire Department began accepting applications for the 2025 Recruit Academy . The current recruitment period runs through April 18 , 2024 . Wilmington Firefighters enjoy many benefits including job security , group health and life insurance , North Carolina local government retirement , 401K , paid holidays , paid vacation and sick leave , and tuition reimbursement .
   “As a fire chief , the recruit academy is an exciting opportunity for me to see the future of our organization begin their careers , ” said Fire Chief Steve Mason . “Watching them progress , learn , and grow during the academy is inspiring as each class brings new talents , perspectives , and experiences that will make our department stronger . Becoming a member of the WFD family is not easy . Wearing our uniform is an honor and a privilege . Those who have what it takes to earn it , will be rewarded with the best job in the world . ”
   Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and demonstrate a strong work ethic , responsibility , determination , and teamwork . Firefighting experience and/or specialized fire education are not required to apply . Successful applicants will learn all the knowledge necessary during the six - month Recruit Academy , during which the recruits are paid . Upon completion of the academy , recruits are transferred to shift and work 24 - hours on a rotating schedule . The academy is tentatively set to begin in August 2024 .
   “I think it ' s important for people to view being a firefighter as an opportunity . You think of firefighters as being these big , burly men with salt and pepper facial hair , and nowadays , that view is changing , ” said Firefighter Dani Tridico . “It ' s important for us to have all types of people on the line , and it’s important for you to view it as an opportunity . If you want to help people , this is a great way to do it . ”
   The Firefighter/EMT ( Recruit ) position is an entry level position . The application is entirely online and can be found on the department’s website . For a full list of benefits and more information about the hiring process , visit
   www . wilmingtonnc . gov/fire
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