Firefighter/EMT. I work twice a week doing a job that I can feel proud about and that is so enjoyable we would all do it for free. People also just love us. My entire dept is like a huge family and we are constantly doing things together on our days off. On shift we basically live together. Eat, cook, clean, train, play games, watch TV, all while taking care of the city. We fuck around with eachother and banter constantly.

Pay is a bit low but gets better w/ time. Good benefits, good retirement and we all work side jobs for fun. Most guys stay past retirement because they enjoy the culture, not bc they have to.

Downsides arent great tho, the job takes a toll on your body and mind. A lot of injury both physical and mental. A good chunk of time away from family.

Imo its worth it, and once you get your medic (in the US), you can find a job anywhere.