Employment

Becoming a Firefighter

Syracuse City Fire Department tests for open positions as needed throughout the year. The minimum qualifications are:

  • Ability to exhibit a high level of professionalism and confidentiality
  • Able to work under stressful conditions
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Current Valid Class D Driver’s License
  • Firefighter 1 and 2 Certification
  • Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certification
  • Proficiency in report writing
  • Utah Licensed Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) or Nationally Registered AEMT
  • Wildland Firefighter 2 Certification (UFRA Wildland FF1) within one year of hire

Attaining Minimum Qualifications

The following can assist you in finding classes to help you attain the minimum qualifications:

Search for Opportunities

View current openings and submit an application.

Full-Time Firefighter Job Opening Information (December 2021)