Looking to get a taste of what it takes to fight fires and save lives? The Las Cruces Fire Department has your back, as they are offering a peek behind the curtain with three upcoming practice Physical Ability Tests (PAT). As reported by the City of Las Cruces, these sessions are not only a chance for aspiring fire cadets to gauge their fitness but also a unique opportunity to engage with seasoned pros of the flame-quenching trade.
The gratis event series, kicking off at 8 a.m. and rolling till noon, will span over three consecutive Saturdays: Sept. 28, Oct. 5, and Oct. 12, at the Training Tower on 1050 Crawford Blvd. Whether you're curious about the job, or serious about the career, these tests will show you the ropes, the crawling, the climbing, and the hauling and they're pretty hands-on, you get to attempt the challenges under the watchful eyes of those who do it for a living the kind souls even throwing in tips, techniques to better your chances when the real deal comes knocking on Oct. 20, the deadline for the fire cadet applications.
The Department's initiative is more than just a trial by fire, it's a full-blown educational seminar where you can ask all your burning questions. They're encouraging anyone with even a spark of interest to come prepared with a pen and notebook for jotting down all the nuggets of wisdom between endurance runs and ladder lifts, and in case you missed it the first time minds eager to learn these life-saving skills can test their metal not once, not twice, but thrice, according to the City of Las Cruces.
Prospective applicants should come dressed for success and that means athletic wear and closed-toe shoes, because when you're testing your mettle, flip-flops just won't cut it, remember to stay hydrated, they're reminding everyone to bring water to the try-outs, it might sound like a given but when you're pushing your physical limits water is your best friend, really, and it's such little tidbits that can mean the difference between just another applicant and a future lifesaver, as per City of Las Cruces.
