Searching for a new career? Firefighters say the job is much more than putting out fires.
TUCSON, Ariz. — The Tucson Fire Department is looking for the 'best of the best' to join its next recruit academy.According to the department, 87% of their total calls are medical-related.The requirements are as follows:
TFD says once graduated, the new members will represent the"community with the utmost pride and service."Caleb Fernández is a digital content producer for KGUN 9. After earning his bachelor's degree from Penn State in Advertising/Public Relations, Caleb went to New York where he learned production assistance, photography and art direction. Share your story ideas and important issues with Caleb by emailing caleb.fernandez@kgun9.
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