Provo Entry-level Firefighter Testing

Position: Provo City Entry-level Firefighter Testing - February 2-5, 2026
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* Position Title:

** Provo City Entry-level Firefighter Testing - February 2-5, 2026
** Job Posting Closing Date:
** 01/25   This is an open recruitment for Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics that are interested in becoming Firefighters with Provo City Fire Department. Testing will be conducted February 2-5, 2026. More details will be provided to applicants at a later date.
Testing Details     Firefighter Written Aptitude Test:
February 2, 2026  CPAT (for those who pass the Written):
February 3, 2026  Oral Interviews (for those who pass the CPAT):
February 4-5, 2026  Candidates will be contacted with additional information 2 weeks before the testing date.
** Job Details
*** Annualized Rates***:
** EMT/FF (G25) $50,445- $69,539 Medic/FF (G28, G30, G32) $64,458 - $97,849 Provo City offers generous
** employer-paid health insurance**; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and
** 401k matching**; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, and others. For more information about benefits click *(For the full class specifications : , )
** Fight fires by placing, connecting, and advancing hoses.
* Operate pumps, nozzles, ladders, hydrants, extinguishers, generators, and other specialized firefighting equipment and apparatus.
* Search for and rescue victims from burning buildings, vehicles, or other structures and locations.
* Assess victims and determine emergency medical treatment needed at incidents.
* Handle a wide variety of emergency situations.
* Provide medical treatment.
* Transport, lift, restrain or otherwise move patients.
* Report victim assessments and conditions to medical personnel.
* Participate in drills and training.
* Restock ambulance supplies and maintain supply inventory during shifts.
* Assist other staff and perform other related duties as required.
* High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
* Basic EMT license (Utah Office of Emergency Medical Services and Preparedness)
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* * Current Paramedic license for Medic Class.
* Valid, Utah Driver License.
* Must be 18 years of age.
* Must obtain Firefighter I and II certifications.
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Employees of this classification must maintain required certifications to retain position.
* Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with applicants being contacted in the
** two weeks leading up to February 2****, 2026**. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months. Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities.

To deliver on those priorities, the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identifies as the Provo Pillars:
** Welcoming, Safe and Sound, Economically Vibrant**, and
** Forward Looking**. Together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and locally. Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its
** outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live**. Provo has been awarded the “Best Performing City” three years in a row, and we were ranked the ‘Best Run City in America’ by Wallet Hub for 2025. Visit  to learn more!
* Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
*** Full Time/Part Time:
** Full time
** Position Type:
** Regular
* * Scheduled

Hours:

** 53

It is the policy of Provo City to select, develop, and promote employees based on their ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of the City to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to…