Fire Fighter Assignment Trainee

Tucson, AZ - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 20 - 20

Posted on: 5 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Posting Close Date:

Applicants must submit their completed application byat 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

As part of the application process all applicants are required to submit a chronological resume at the time of the application. Applications that do not include a resume by the recruitment closing date will be considered incomplete and will not receive further consideration.

To be considered for the Fire Fighter Assignment Trainee position:
1. Submit your application and resume through Tucson Talent
2. Create a Public Safety Answers account at:
3. After creating your Public Safety Answers account log in and complete the written exam on the website.
4. Call the Public Safety Academy at 791-4701 to schedule a date/time for ONE CPAT Orientation (this is not mandatory) but is highly encouraged. If you choose to forgo this you will have to sign a waiver stating you willingly did not attend.
5. We will accept valid CPAT cards obtained between October 1 2025 - March 22 2026.
*Copy of valid CPAT card should be sent to

Posting will open on January 2 2026 and close on January 31 2026.

Save the dates:
CPAT Orientation will commence on January 10 2026 and January 31 2026.
CPAT practices by invite only will occur between February 13 2026 - March 15 2026.
CPAT final will occur between March 20 2026 - March 22 2026.
Intern Orientation by invite only will be sent to all who passed CPAT by March 23 2026.
Intern Orientation dates will occur on April 11 2026 - April 12 2026 and April 18 2026 - April 19 2026. This is one weekend two consecutive days portion of the test.
Hiring interviews by invite only will be in May 2026.
Final offers will be sent in June 2026.
The Academy will begin in July 2026.

We highly recommend you print this page as a reference for your records since when the posting closes you will not be able to view it.

By May 12 2026 all applicants:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Possess a high school diploma or GED
Have a valid unrestricted drivers license for at least 2 years as of May 12 2026

If selected for the position you will be subject to a background check fingerprints psychological exam and medical evaluation.

If you have any questions please contact Tucson Fire Department Human Resources at or

ABOUT THIS JOB

Duties and Responsibilities
This classification may include any of the following tasks knowledge skills and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on department needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

Demonstrates fire suppression competencies by safely operating modern firefighting tools and equipment recognizing fire behaviors and building construction factors and applying appropriate suppression tactics in accordance with departmental SOPs and nationally recognized standards.
Applies risk-based decisions making to identify isolate and mitigate hazards during emergency and non-emergency incidents.
Performs core firefighting skills through regular drills and live or simulated training evolutions demonstrates proficiency in hose deployment water supply ventilation forcible entry search and rescue and exposure protection.
Conducts patient assessments and provides emergency medical care at the first responder level by utilizing evidence-based protocols effective communication and scenario-based practices in both classroom and field training settings.
Inspects operates and maintains fire apparatus and equipment before during and after training evolutions to ensure operational readiness and safety.
Performs additional duties as assigned.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience: No experience
License Requirements: None

Equivalency: Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J6400 - Fire Fighter Assignment Trainee

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click Grade

G400

Hourly Range

$20.83 - 20.83 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience education/training key skills and internal equity.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

Fire Department

Department Link

Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

ABOUT US

Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive flexible and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being security and future and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical dental vision life disability and FSA coverage surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave paid tuition reimbursement student loan repayment off- and on-the-job training and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race color religion sex (including sexual orientation gender identity and pregnancy) national origin veteran status age disability genetic testing or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination you may file a complaint with the City of Tucsons Office of Equal Opportunity Programs U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney Generals Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at or .

Recruiter Name

Krista Fluitt (202749)

Recruiter Email

For Human Resources general questions please contact .

Required Experience:

Intern

Posting Close Date:Applicants must submit their completed application byat 11:59 p.m. MSTApplication and Special InstructionsAs part of the application process all applicants are required to submit a chronological resume at the time of the application. Applications that do not include a resume by th...