Have you ever been overloaded with work?
For most people, the answer is an enthusiastic YES. It can be difficult to handle stressful situations when you are faced with grueling days of manual labor. Most wildland firefighters work during the summer months, which means you're dealing with the heat too. You may be expected to make sacrifices, setting aside time with your family to be on the ground hacking away at dead trees. Explain to the interviewer that you are used to handling a heavy workload and prepared to face a busy summer.
"Yes, I worked as an EMT for six years before deciding to become a wildland firefighter. I worked at one of the busiest stations in the city, often running 24 to 26 calls in a 24-hour shift. I know what it is like to be overloaded with work. I would just take one call at a time and not let the call volume overwhelm me."
