FIRE Apparatus Engineer; Promotional Testing; IAFF Range​/F56

Job Information

Open to any current Municipal employee working within the Anchorage Fire Department.

This position is represented by the International Association of Fire Fighters
- Local 1264 (IAFF) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the IAFF.

Anchorage Fire Department (AFD)

56-hour schedule (A, B, or C shift)

Various Stations

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Under direction of company officer, and operating within the scope of their training, an Apparatus Engineer is responsible for the safe transportation of fire crews to and from emergency and non-emergency incidents via various types of fire apparatus; proper operation of the fire apparatus including pumps, aerial ladders, and auxiliary equipment during fire, rescue and other emergency and non-emergency incidents; performs other firefighting functions as necessary;

assists crew members in assessing and treating medical patients. Under emergency conditions makes computations of pump pressure requirements. Ensures operational readiness of fire apparatus and fire equipment. Initiates repair or replacement requests as a result of constant inspections of apparatus and equipment. Performs general maintenance work of fire properties, makes minor building and equipment repairs. Prepares documents and writes reports as assigned.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical requirements include meeting National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) code 1582 and Special Work Considerations.

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
• five (5) years of firefighter experience with the Anchorage Fire Department, or equivalent elsewhere.
• Must possess a valid State of Alaska driver's license with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.
• Must possess and attach to the application the following (4) certifications:
• State of Alaska Firefighter II Certification
• Anchorage Fire Department Journeyman Firefighter Certification
• 2024 or 2026 Anchorage Fire Department Fire Apparatus Engineer Certification
• Current State of Alaska Emergency Medical Technician I (EMT I or higher) Certification,
• or, State of Alaska Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic (MICP) License

In order to be considered, applicants must attach copies of all (4) required certifications and/or licenses to the online application.

In order to promote you must have successfully completed the following:

• The State of Alaska Fire Apparatus Driver Operator (FADO) certification
• The Anchorage Fire Department Fire Apparatus Engineer Academy (2024 or 2026)

TESTING:

• The Fire Apparatus Engineer promotional testing process for successful applicants will consist of 3 phases:
• 1) Written exam (minimum 70% Passing)
• 2) Practical exam (minimum 70% Passing)
• 3) Assessment Center to include Professional Development Portfolio (PDP)
• Testing for all phases will begin the week of October 5, 2026.
• Written exam is scheduled for October 5 and October 6, 2026.
• The practical exam is scheduled to begin October 7, 2026 and continue until complete (approximately 6 days).
• The assessment center is scheduled to begin on October 7, 2026 and continue until complete.
• All testing will be completed no later than October 14, 2026 and is to be completed off duty.
• Minimum passing score for the written exam and practical exam will be is 70%. There is no minimum passing score associated with the Assessment Center
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