Firefighter - Recruit January 2025 Academy - Final Offers Completed- Information Only Posting

City of Mesa (AZ) • Mesa, AZ

361d • $52,249 - $54,928

About The Position

The Firefighter - Recruit position is an entry-level class within the Mesa Fire and Medical Department (MFMD) designed to prepare candidates for performing public safety work involving the protection of life and property. This role includes training in fire suppression, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and emergency and non-emergency incident response. Firefighter-Recruits must demonstrate the ability to use fire suppression and emergency medical services skills in accordance with MFMD standards, engage in fire code enforcement, public education, and station and equipment maintenance activities prior to academy graduation. Successful candidates will be promoted to the Firefighter classification upon completion of the academy and will begin serving their regular probation period as a City of Mesa Firefighter.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age by July 26, 2024.
• Graduation from high school or GED by July 26, 2024.
• Must possess a valid Arizona Class D Driver's License by hire or promotion date.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and meet NFPA and MFMD physical standards.
• Must complete the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) within 6 months of the first day of Intern Orientation.
• State of Arizona EMT or Paramedic certification is required before the start date of the Academy.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of Fire Science coursework from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Previous firefighting experience (full-time, part-time, or volunteer).
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency medical treatment and ventilate burning buildings.
• Position and climb ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings.
• Assist in advancing hose lines and making connections to hydrants.
• Direct streams of water on fires and perform search and rescue operations inside burning buildings.
• Engage in fire code enforcement and public education.
• Maintain station and equipment.

Benefits

• Firefighter - Recruit Pay: $52,249 Annually
• Mesa Firefighter Pay (After Promotion from FFR Academy): $54,928 Annually

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees