Supplemental Work for EMT Jobs

Those with EMT jobs often find themselves with a lot of days off or wanting a second job to supplement their current paycheck.

However, when looking for a second job, it's important to find a position that will still allow you to have a good work life balance and keep you active. And believe it or not, there are plenty of high-paying jobs that will allow you to do both of those things.

Here are the top 10 best-paying side jobs for EMTs, as compiled by FireLink:

1. FedEx, UPS, Postal Service - Package carriers such as these usually offer employees flexible work schedules and great benefits, with some even offering part-time employees benefits after only three months. They also require a good amount of physical labor. The top-paying job with FedEx is aircraft mechanic/service technician, earning $33.04 per hour.
2. Handyman or handywoman - This occupation will allow you to improve your handywork. Another plus - you can usually set your own hours and pay.
3. EMT/Firefigher - Most people work as either an EMT or a firefighter, but why not do both? This would allow you to remain completely dedicated to the fire and rescue service, as opposed to working one full-time job and pursuing another part-time.
4. Truck driving - While not the most active job, driving a truck would allow you to travel some on your days off.
5. Landscaping - This occupation is pretty physically demanding, and allows you to set your own schedule and salary.
6. Adventure guide - This job would be most useful if you live in an exciting or exotic place, such as a tourist destination or a popular city. Becoming a guide for a walking tour would be a great way to get more exercise.
7. Get your fire science degree - Particularly useful to those who want to become firefighters, getting a fire science degree would obviously increase your knowledge of the field and marketability to employers.
8. Construction - Crews often work extremely flexible schedules, dependent upon weather, and have one of the most physically demanding jobs.
9. Physical fitness trainer - Not only would this position help you maintain your own fitness, but you could teach many of the industry-specific training you know to others to help them stay in shape.
10. Skilled labor - Working in such positions as an electrician or satellite or cable installer are somewhat physical and flexible, not to mention some of the most promising careers.