• U.S. Citizen
• Not younger than 20 years of age at the time of written exam.
• Not older than 34 years of age at the time of written exam. Please see “Age Exemptions” in the informational packet.
• High school graduate or GED equivalent
• Ability to successfully pass the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) including Ladder Climb.
• No felony convictions
• Tattoo restrictions
• Vision correctable to 20/40 with no monochromatic color blindness.

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• Probationary Firefighter – – 1st Year $57,239.60
• Probationary Firefighter – 2nd Year $65,416.69
• Probationary Firefighter – 3rd Year $73,593.77
• Firefighter $81,770.86

• Paid training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vacation time
• Sick leave
• 12 paid holidays
• Personal days
• Compensatory time
• Uniforms
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Pension

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