2027-1 Firefighter Recruit

South Metro Fire Rescue • Centennial, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an invitation-only recruitment for entry-level and experienced Firefighter Recruits for the Spring 2027-1 Academy. Only individuals who have received a direct invitation via email from South Metro Fire Rescue based on their FireTEAM test scores are eligible to apply. Applications from individuals who did not receive an invitation will not be considered. The role involves performing firefighting, emergency medical, and rescue work in emergency situations, providing basic life support care, and maintaining apparatus, vehicles, equipment, and fire stations. Employees are assigned to a field station and perform a wide variety of techniques under direct and limited supervision.

Requirements

• Must have High School diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) by hire date of 1/22/2027.
• Must be 18 years of age by hire date 1/22/2027.
• Valid CPAT certificate through application deadline of 8/28/2026.
• Possess or be able to obtain a Colorado driver's license by 1/22/2027.
• Possess and maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with SMFR’s Driving Records Policy.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, criminal history review, physical, fitness/wellness assessment, medical evaluation, drug screen, and psychological exam.
• Must be able to pass a second CPAT immediately prior to final offers.
• SMFR does not permit the use of marijuana including the previous 12 months from contingent offer regardless of whether it is legal in the state of Colorado.
• CPAT license by the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) or the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) will be accepted.
• CPAT certificate must be valid through August 28, 2026.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 years of paid experience as a firefighter (within the last 12 months) with a full-time fire service agency whose primary responsibility is fire protection and emergency medical service, to qualify for experienced Firefighter pay upon completion of the academy.

Responsibilities

• Performs firefighting, emergency medical, and rescue work in emergency situations.
• Provides basic life support care under standard protocols and statutes.
• Maintains apparatus, vehicles, equipment, and fire stations.

Benefits

• Base wages
• Leave accruals
• Medical insurance employer-paid premiums
• Dental insurance employer-paid premiums
• Vision insurance employer-paid premiums
• Life insurance employer-paid premiums
• Retiree Health Savings
• Death & Disability
• Employer-paid pension contributions
• Robust Fitness, Wellness and Rehabilitation Program
• Educational opportunities and support
• Job security
• Education differential for Associates ($1,000 annually), Bachelors ($3,000 annually), Masters ($5,000 annually), Ph.D. ($6,000 annually)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED