2027-1 Firefighter Recruit

Invite Only • Centennial, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Employees are assigned to a field station and perform a wide variety of firefighting, emergency medical, and rescue 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, as well as 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 certificate must be valid and available to upload with the application.
• CPAT certificate must be valid through August 28, 2026.
• Only a CPAT license by the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) or the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) will be accepted.
• Updated National Testing Network (NTN) FireTEAM scores earned after March 2026 will not be considered for this recruitment.

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.

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, dental, vision, and 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

What This Job Offers

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