The first part of the testing process is the written exam. We administer the Ergometrics FireTEAM Entry Level Exam for Firefighters. FireTEAM is a video-based testing system that assesses critical skills necessary to be a firefighter and includes the often overlooked content areas of teamwork and human relations, as well as mechanical aptitude, reading ability […]
Preference Points
In order to receive preference points, individuals will be required to provide the appropriate documentation at the time of the Oral Board Assessment. Upon determination of the candidate’s total numerical score (which will include results from both the Written Exam and Oral Board Assessment), preference points will be added to the final score of those […]
What are my chances of getting hired?
Opportunity for Employment – Your chances for becoming a Firefighter depend upon the number of openings that occur and the number of people competing for the positions. It is difficult to determine exactly how many positions will be filled during the two year register. Such factors as budget, retirements, and other unforeseen circumstances make estimates […]
What happens if I am hired?
PROBATIONARY PERIOD Candidates who are hired are placed on probation for twelve (12) months. New employees who voluntarily resign during their probationary period may be required to reimburse their employer for the full cost of issued uniforms and equipment. RECRUIT SCHOOL Recruit school begins the first day on the job. School is scheduled 40 hours […]
Medical Requirements
Firefighters must be of sound mental and physical health. SLCFD utilizes the criteria found in NFPA 1582. Due to the nature of this job, the examination is very thorough. Height & Weight – There is no minimum or maximum height requirement. Weight should be proportionate to height (tested by measuring percent of body fat). Eyesight […]
Should I Choose Firefighting As A Career?
The primary responsibility of a firefighter is the protection of life and property efficiently and rapidly through rescue, firefighting and prevention. Those who choose it as their career will sometimes have no choice but to put their lives and personal safety on the line for the safety and well being of their community and its’ […]
Careers
Utah’s Capital City Fire Department At the Salt Lake City Fire Department (SLC Fire), our firefighters take great pride in serving Utah’s capital city. We value community, safety, service, leadership, trust, and responsibility. We strive to provide exceptional emergency services by focusing on progression, efficiency, and adaptability. Additionally, we are a Class 1 ISO fire […]
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Winter Holiday Safety 2018
Christmas Tree Safety According to the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA), U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 230 home fires that started with Christmas trees annually between 2007 and 2011. These fires caused an average of six deaths, 22 injuries, and $18.3 million in direct property damage annually. The Salt Lake City Fire […]
Youth Involvement
SLC Fire Cadet Post Sponsored and supported by Salt Lake City Fire Department and the City Council, the Cadet Post is designed to expose high school youth to the career of firefighting. During this four year program our students will learn fire service history, hands-on skills, participate in drills with on-duty crews, and gain teamwork […]