It's the Last Week To Apply To Be a Firefighter or EMT

Imagine kicking down the door of a flaming apartment building and forcing your way into a smokey corner of a house to whisk away a child in danger. Or visualize slapping on latex gloves and performing CPR to save a man in cardiac arrest. That could be you, but you have to hurry.

This week is the last week of the year to sign up to be a firefighter or EMT at the Montgomery County Fire Rescue Service.

The deadline is July 8. Those interested in applying for a position can visit the Montgomery County website to fill out an online application.

There is a little red tape to wade through, of course.

Applicants must possess Firefighter II Certification, Hazardous Material Operations Certification and one of the three EMT Certifications.

A small price to pay for a new job that saves lives and builds bonds with the community. Spice up your life as a firefighter or EMT.