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FDNY Former Quarters Of Ladder 49 at 1079 Nelson Ave in the South Bronx. Up the block from Yankee Stadium. The Former Quarters and Current EMS 17th Battalion is Connected in the Rear. (Closed off once this House was privately sold). 

As Requested, Former Port Chester Fire Headquarters at 110 Willet Ave. 

FDNY Former Quarters Of Ladder 49 at 1079 Nelson Ave in the South Bronx. Up the block from Yankee Stadium. The Former Quarters and Current EMS 17th Battalion is Connected in the Rear. (Closed off once this House was privately sold). 

As Requested, Former Port Chester Fire Headquarters at 110 Willet Ave. 

FDNY Former Quarters Of Ladder 49 at 1079 Nelson Ave in the South Bronx. Up the block from Yankee Stadium. The Former Quarters and Current EMS 17th Battalion is Connected in the Rear. (Closed off once this House was privately sold). 

Legacy is the strength of the Fire Service

Once again politics rears it ugly head.
 
The hiring of the chief's son,IMO, should be celebrated, The fire service has a always been a family. Sounds like the chief ruffled a few feathers, so this is the payback.

Remember Keith Roma...Fire Patrol 2 number "344".....RIP brother

According to the Mayor , we did nothing when we got on location as told to him by the dept heads

It's a one week vacation that never ends!!

I usually do not respond to comments like this but I have to say it was uncalled for. I can assure you that this FASNY member does not want to see anyone lose jobs. 

Are you some kind idiot? No one want to see someone lose their job.  If you are going to make stupid statements like that, please keep them to yourself. 

 
I believe that is correct "somebuffyguy". All new members ride those EMS units as a start.
 
Also, only those who took the test will be able to tell what it was like. Otherwise, none of us have any idea on how easy or difficult that test was to take. Generally speaking, I think the first part of any testing process for any firefighter is the written. When those test are designed, they are designed to separate and eliminate the competition. It is really not designed so that everyone will get a high mark and pass.
 
Could we assume that most people taking that written test were below average. It is possible. However I had a friend who got the job last time around. I don't remember how many they hired but I do know there was a huge line waiting to get in to take that test. He came out Number 2 on the list. But really a great guy and I would say well ABOVE average intelligence. Besides already being a paramedic. I also know he was assigned to ride one of those EMS Emergency Units for about a year or so, until he got assigned to an Engine Co.

This is only for the firefighter/medic position. I'm sure the requirement of being a medic seriously limits the number of applies to. From what I understand FF/PMs ride the emergency unit as opposed to an engine or truck. Maybe someone can fill us in on how it's exactly run.

New Haven has hired in excess of 125 firefighters over the past 3 years. Some were paramedics.
There are plans to put additional ALS Emergency Units in service. This prompted the Medic list to be created. All Medics are trained as Firefighters.
A condition of employment is to obtain med control and maintain it for 10 years. All EMTs must keep the card for their career.
Currently there are enough medics to allow rotation off the Units and on to fire companies but not enough to activate additional Units.
Assignments in New Haven are payroll positions. Your assignment is not a guarantee which rig you will be working on.
When I was a Captain in NHFD there were assigned drivers & tillermen. The others did a day & night tour on the pipe, day / night on the hydrant and day / night on the truck. And if a driver was off the back step firefighters rotated driving. This kept all skills fresh because if you were detailed to another station you could be filling any of those roles. But it is the Captains decision who rides where based on the needs of the Department.
As far as the pay goes, there are 4 pay grades. Recruit pay is low. You get a raise after 6 months then yearly until top step.
Once off probation you are can work overtime and get acting Medic pay when working in that capacity. Plus pay stipends.
 
I retired 4 years ago as a Batt. Chief with 33 years OTJ. So the info I post is accurate and not hearsay.

At first you were worried about the pay too low, and now you say its "absurdly high",  you sound vey confused.  This is a type of job you don't want to be confused.
 Not trying to pick on you, its just there is thousands of people that would love to get the call.  Unfortunately most won't.  It took me 5 years and just about aged out.  Its kinda silly and selfish to be worried about the pay when that is something easily figured out with a lil research or time of actual job offer.  
 
Again, im not trying to come after you.  Its just in my experience, im seeing more and more guys come on the job for the wrong reasons and guys that deserve it get screwed.
 
Goodluck if you go foward.

 
If it's a job that you REALLY want, and it's a career that you REALLY want to follow, then the starting pay shouldn't be a consideration.  It's kind of like a hobby or a vacation; You love something, so you find a a way to afford it, and you make it happen.  But, taking on a career in firefighting is is a big decision.  You REALLY need to love the job and love the career, because it is a lot of hard work, physically and mentally.  If you REALLY want to do this, you will have to make the sacrifice, even if it means working side jobs.  I have a part-time job, and sometimes pick up work at another if I need a few extra bucks for something.  So, trust me, you can make it work.

It will be announced in the coming months.  I think around June and it will be for county residents only once again from my understanding.   The exam will definitely be in November 

They need to hire more paid fire fighters.

Engine 23 Action Shot at a recent NRFD 10-75.

New Engine 23 Rig in action. Pics from New Ro 10-75 last night at 29 Chester Place. Engine 23 responded as the 4th due engine to the scene as the FAST Team. Not my photos. Photos are from a friend.

*****DELIVERED***** and Placed Into Service Last Week.
Photo Credit To: Barry Nechis During Hose Testing About 2 Weeks Ago.

Time to find a better hobby in life boys

Random Photo I found. I think Station was featured in a 1970's movie, I think it was called "Firehouse"?

It should be re-opened as 36 Engine.