New York City Fire Department
New York City Fire Department Lieutenant/Supervisor Review
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Lieutenant/Supervisor (Former Employee) - Harlem, NY - May 5, 2022
Fighting fires is a dangerous but rewarding career .Team work is especially required Supervisor of 12 people on a shift Paperwork and maintenance of equipment Training members in life saving tactics ,Understanding building construction Inspection local properties for fire hazards Comrades with men and women you work with
Pros
Satisfaction in knowing you did your best
Cons
Rigid work schedule
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5.0 out of 5 stars for Work/Life Balance
5.0 out of 5 stars for Compensation/Benefits
5.0 out of 5 stars for Job Security/Advancement
4.0 out of 5 stars for Management
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Fire Lieutenant (Former Employee) - New York, NY - October 9, 2019
It was great to work in the firehouse with an awesome group of people and help the community. Many great experiences working as a team to assist, from running into burning buildings to extricating people from vehicles involved in accidents.
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Lieutenant (Current Employee) - New York, NY - March 15, 2018
Very rewarding career, good benefits, great place to make a difference. The compensation could be better, but the hours are flexible and there is room for growth.
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It was awesome work for the fire department you will learn alot from co worker and few bosses, what i enjoy the most was saving people life i just wish that they pay better because the city is expensive
Pros
Promotion to paramedic or firefighter until age 29
Cons
Health insurance, 20 minutes lunch break, micromanage, you will work hard, pay is 18 hr..
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