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New firefighter
Hi, I'm 24 and recently graduated from the fire academy. I've been assigned to my engine company and have been working with my crew for about two weeks now. The guys have all been great about showing me how things work, giving me opportunities to gain experience on calls, and answering any questions I have.
Even after finishing the academy, though, I still worry that I'm getting in their way sometimes because I don't know as much yet. I want to pull my weight and become a solid firefighter for the crew. Does anyone have any advice for handling that feeling or improving faster?
u/WillingnessAware3010 — 6 days ago