Fire Cadet

TEST DATE is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 8:30 am at the Downtown Event Centre, 700 Crockett Street, Beaumont, TX 77701 (MUST PRESENT A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE AT THE TEST LOCATION). The test will be cognitive skills only (No fire or EMS knowledge assumed).

Upon the City of Beaumont's receipt of your application, further information regarding the testing process will be sent to you via the email address you provided on your application. If your email address has changed, it is your responsibility to update your applicant profile with the appropriate changes.

If applicants have any other questions, call Rachel Edwards at  or email ards or Abreya Banks at  or email ks.

Participates in independent study, formal classroom instruction to become proficient in the basic skills necessary to become officially sworn in as a Beaumont Fire-Rescue Firefighter. Upon obtaining all required certifications, employee will be responsible for the understanding of fire fighting, fire prevention and rescue methods and techniques; work is reviewed by superiors through observation and results obtained. Responds to alarm of fire or other emergencies with a pumper or ladder company;

lays and connects hoses; holds nozzles and directs fog or water streams; raises and climbs ladders; uses chemical extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines, and other equipment; occasionally drives fire equipment; ventilates burning buildings by opening windows and skylights or by chopping holes in roofs and floors; removes persons from danger; performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris;

responds to a variety of calls of an emergency nature requiring the performance of light and heavy duty rescue activities such as administering oxygen, CPR and operating various equipment used in rescue operations; participates in fire drills and attends regular classes in fire fighting, rescue, pre-hospital care, fire prevention, equipment maintenance, and related subjects; studies assigned materials; inspects assigned district to assure thorough knowledge of all streets, alleys and buildings;

participates in fire prevention inspection of residential and business buildings and contents; inspects and makes minor repairs to fire hydrants; performs general maintenance and cleaning work in the upkeep of departmental apparatus, equipment, furnishings, and structures; cleans and washes walls and floors; washes, and dries hose; washes, cleans and polishes apparatus. Adheres to all written polices, procedures, and protocols.

Performs other duties as assigned. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

This position requires 100% on-site work.

Must pass a strength and agility test and physical examination (see below for requirements). Must possess a valid Class C Texas driver's license. May be subject to bodily injury in the line of duty. Works a 40 - hour work week. May be subject to work overtime as necessary.

• Perform 1 Minute Sit-Up Test [Minimum 26 sit-ups]
• Recover 5 minutes
• Perform 300 Meter Run [Time Limit 81 seconds]
• Recover 5 minutes
• Perform 1 Minute Push-Up Test [Minimum 20 push-ups]
• Recover 5 Minutes
• Perform 1.5 Mile Run Test [Time Limit 16:39]
• Aerial Ladder Climb [100' at a 75-degree angle]

THIS IS A PASS/FAIL TEST, WITH NO REPEAT SKILLS

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