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Can you be a firefighter with a DUI? (or other criminal record)
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We've all made mistakes, some worse than others. However, if you've ever wondered if you can still become a firefighter despite your past mistakes this video is for you. There are 2 things you absolutely must do to get through the hiring process and get past your shortcomings.
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I was hired and had couple of DUI’s in my background and other misdemeanors, fired from a handful of jobs. All were 7+ years past some up to 15 years prior. I was never asked about any of it in my interviews. My background investigator asked if there was anything about my past he should know. I told him everything. They can do a livescan on you and see everything you’ve done. They want to know your honest not perfect. I told my investigator, that was ALL before I wanted to be a firefighter since deciding to become a firefighter I’ve been 100% dialed in not even a parking ticket.
I hope this helps someone . I didn’t chase my dream of being a firefighter till later in life because of my mistakes. I finally said I have to go for it otherwise I will never be truly happy. I wish this video was around 18 years ago.
Thanks for the kind words, and good for you Jehu for being dialed in, that's awesome, as too many people give up!
😆🤣😂 a couple?!
Thanks for this man, this helps me. How old were you when you decided to go for it? What state? It would be awesome if to hear your response! 🙏🏻🙏🏻
@@secretbeach999 I was 35 when I decided to get back after it. I just completed my probationary year for Orange County Fire Authority in CA.
@M W who cares what other people think. Mistakes build character and it’s all about how you respond. Will you continue down the wrong path or will you learn, move on and improve your life. What separates most people who’ve gotten in trouble with others is they got caught and others haven’t. Yet. I’m glad I got all the poor decisions out of my life before I started my fire career. I’m a better man for it, I have empathy for people and understand what it’s like to be down and think life’s over.
I'm usually the front line when it comes to the answering background questions for our agency. Ultimately, a potential candidate will be interviewed by a private investigator prior to the Chief's interview, but here is the bottom line for where I work: Any felony is a NO. One misdemeanor will require a sit down with the Chief and HR who will make the final decision. Two misdemeanors is a NO. Any DUI is a NO. Any reckless that started out as a DUI will require a sit down with the Chief and HR who will make the final decision. 3 driving infractions within the last 3 years is also a NO.
Thanks for posting that, that'll be good for people to see so they have an idea of what departments look for!
What if you had or felony or misdemeanor and you got it expunged from your record? Will they still be able to see it? Should i still tell them about it??
@@skullywright6825 yah I was wondering the same thing
Hello mike, I am 29 years old and when i was 20 I got arrested for having 90 grams of pot and did a diversion program to pretty much take my charge away, i haven't been in trouble since, No points on my driving record and i haven't got a ticket or been in an accident in over 9 years. I really want to become a fire fighter but I'm worried about my past. I live in florida
I obtain a fire/emt certification at 20y,o I made a stupid decision about a year ago. I’m starting paramedic in the fall. Hopefully getting back into school and continuing my dream of becoming a ff/emt-paramedic will pay off. I’m just worried about never being able to get hired anywhere :/ super bummed out about it but I’m going to keep pushing and fighting for my dream career
I don’t have a dui but your channel is so helpful! Thanks brother 👍
Thanks for the kind words! Glad you find it helpful!
There's still time!
Hey I was wondering how sealed records work in regards to the fire fighting process. I got a felony breaking and entering back in college about 6 years ago I went thru a diversion program to get it sealed and haven’t been in trouble since. I was wondering would they still be able to see the sealed records, should I address it and be upfront about it or is it something that can’t be used against me anymore. Thank you!
10 years ago i got arrested for having 90grams of pot but got my charge diverted and was wondering the same thing.
They perform an fbi background check which means even if you get any goddamn thing expunged or sealed they're gonna fucking see it. Expunged or sealed it doesn't fucking matter its all a goddamn scam.
I am in the middle of a hiring process and I got arrested for DWI this past weekend. I think my chances went from high to none. I’m just gonna be honest but I’m with an open mind that I’ll be disqualified.
Hope you doing better. Any update?
How did it go?
I haven’t applied for any other fire departments since this. I’m just gonna try to take care of the DWI first. Then I’ll see what’s in store. Very unfortunate but these are the consequences to my actions and I must take accountability.
I’ve recently gotten into a car collision (failure to yield) and I was handed me my very first ticket for it. My interview is about a few weeks away. Will this harm my chances
Great help
I believe LA City Fire actually hired a guy that was a passenger in a car that was involved in a drive-by shooting. I have no links but have heard of this more than once.
ya I've heard of a couple big cities that have hired people with felony backgrounds
Did you read that on the LA times ?
@@bobangel9261 I don’t read “newspapers: that are only suitable as emergency T.P. 💩
What if I have a juvenile record but been sealed? I had a misdimeanor
I applied for a Firefighter/Paramedic position and fear I may be getting rejected due to a DUI I got 17 years ago..... But I also was never asked about any legal stuff from my past.
Did you get hired?
Super helpful man !
This is me ! I have a dui and few small alcohol related incidents in my younger 20s. I’m hoping now since I have an EMT license and a ff1 certification through a community college my past won’t hurt me as much! I have a question tho, does being married with kids play a part in the hiring process?
I don’t think so, more specifically what do you mean?
What about getting fired from a job and then the unemployment office says it was a wrongful termination?
Hey Franky, good question. If that's the case I would just be as honest as possible with them as possible.
Connecticut hires Fire Fighters with felony’s but not Police.
Oh yeah , I been wanting to do leo but I have a misdemeanor so let’s we what happens
Awesome
But what about the academy , I was told you can’t attend academy if u have a dui
I had a DUI that got reduced to a P.I. through a plea bargain; I also have a charge for Resisting Law Enforcement by Vehicle, it was a felony charge that got reduced to a misdemeanor through a plea bargain.
What do you think, would this impact my ability to obtain my NREMT?
I don’t have a bad history at all but I’m interested to see what could be a reason to not get hired. I got a interview coming up soon.
One of the main reasons not to be hired is if there are chief’s relatives also applying for the job. Nepotism is one of the biggest stumbling blocks that people have trying to get on the dept
What are your thoughts on applying to be a firefighter with a past history of recovering from severe mental illness?
That's a good question. I think it depends on the individual and where you are at in your recovery. I say that because as a firefighter you will inevitably be put in situations where to have to deal with tragedy and it effects everyone differently.
Do volunteer departments usually background check?
I'm wanna become a firefighter I'm really fit and have all the good qualities. I did something dumb when I was 17 and got deffered adjudication. I have never done drugs and never have got in any other trouble before or after this event happened. Would I still be able to?
As long as it wasn't a violent or sexual crime I would assume it wouldn't hinder you too much. However, my advice would be to call a local firehouse and setup a ride along, or just ask to come tour. And why you're there just ask them about disqualifiers and if your comfortable tell them about your deffered adjudication.
Most of the firefighters I know use to do stupid stuff. I'm 21, testing for my dream department right now, and Lord knows I did some stupid stuff in high school.
At the end of the day, honesty is ALWAYS what they are looking for.
Hope that helps, good luck J.
Getting A criminal record for a DUI in Canada is ridiculous. A DUI in many countries is not a criminal record. And with the new two hour rule. Bill C46 . Well enough said.
if you were charged as a young offender will that still take a big toll on my chances of becoming a firefighter?
yes
Yes you can, my friend had to speak it through the Marshall to get your rights reinstated.
As a felon.
Do they check your social media and google history and stuff for background checks? Like how deep do they go
What about a DWI?
This was very helpful, I have done drugs at a young age and I am worried I won’t get hired because of it. I don’t have anything on any public records but if they ask me I feel like I should be honest with them like my EMT teachers told me to. Is that a good idea. Im going into medic school this year and have worked 911 for 2 years now, I have worked so hard to eventually become a fire medic
I would be honest. Trust me, a lot of people on that panel have probably tried some illegal substance at a young age as well.
Can somebody please answer this, I recently just got 5 points on my license and I just took my test for the firefighter. Can that affect my hiring process?
Your driving history does play a role in hiring but it’s all looked at and unless it’s a major incident shouldn’t stop you from being hired.
This is me
That’s alright we all make mistakes, just make sure you take responsibility for your past and show what actions you’ve done to move past them.
Im in the process for to become a firefighter in San Antonio. I have a felony Robbery charge that was amended down to battery and theft misdemeanors. It’s been 6 years now about to be 7. Am I good ?