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Hey everyone, I'm looking for some real-world advice from those who've been there. I've been in fire/EMS for 15 years total, with the last 10 at my current department. I've been an engineer for the past five years, and with about 17 years left until retirement, I'm facing a decision about whether to test for lieutenant.
The financial side is tempting - the promotion comes with a 12% raise, and since I'm in a pension system, that increase compounds significantly over my remaining career and will boost my retirement benefits. That's a substantial long-term gain.
But here's where I'm struggling: being an engineer is fun and at this point very easy. It's almost boring. The lieutenant position comes with what feels like 100% more responsibilities for that same 12% pay increase.
The promotion process itself is rigorous - there's a command academy, a six-month packet to complete, and then the test which has about a 40% failure rate. I'm not worried about commanding a fire scene, but I am concerned about dealing with the interpersonal problems that come with managing a firehouse.
My biggest concern is the social aspect of the transition. Do people find the switch hard or socially isolating? Moving from being "one of the crew" to being their direct supervisor seems like it would fundamentally change workplace relationships. I've heard stories about resentment from colleagues who also sought promotion and the difficulty of maintaining previous friendships while having to enforce policies.
For those who've made this jump, was it worth it? Did you find the added responsibilities and potential social isolation worth the pay bump and career advancement? Or do you wish you'd stayed in a more hands-on technical role?
I'm also wondering if I'm underestimating the benefits of new challenges. While I appreciate the comfort of my current role, I can't deny it's become routine. Would the lieutenant role actually be more engaging despite the headaches?
Any honest insights would be greatly appreciated as I weigh this decision. Thanks in advance for your perspectives