At the Marshall County Tech School, students are preparing for all sorts of careers hoping that one day they will nab the job of their dreams.
That one day came Friday for one student.
"I wasn't expecting to get it....Especially out of high school," said Ryan Franco.
Guntersville Fire Chief Brian Waldrop told WAAY31 Franco is the youngest recruit the department has seen in at least 20 years.
"Just coming out of high school. Haven't officially even graduated yet," said Franco.
That's why the department and Marshall County Tech School had a public signing.
"We're hoping it'll inspire new young men and women," said Waldrop.
Waldrop said Franco's heart, passion for the work and heartfelt interview is what put him ahead of the other applicants. Franco also took the physical test not once, but twice.