Entry Level Firefighter - Academy; Class 58

Entry Level Firefighter - August 2026 Academy (Recruit Class 58)

Summary: We are looking for entry level firefighters to join the Salt Lake City team.

Salary Range: $61,349 to $87,565 annually.

About The Position: Salt Lake City Firefighters perform fire suppression, rescue, and property conservation activities. They act as first responders and provide basic life support and emergency care. This position also includes fire prevention activities, inspections, code enforcement, public education, and participation in drills.

About The Team: The Salt Lake City Fire Department has over 350 members serving 200,000 residents, with a business and tourism population that nearly doubles this number in the city’s 110 square miles.

Work Schedule: Operates on a three‑platoon system with 48‑hour consecutive shifts and 96‑hour off periods.

This Position Is Eligible For Full City Benefits, Including:

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• Six to twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, possess a valid driver’s license, and be eligible to work in the U.S. before the written exam.

Application Process: Complete an online application through Workday and submit the required documents. Candidate must finish the National Testing Network (NTN) Written Exam and Online Video Recorded Interview by February 28, 2026. Additional instructions are available at the provided links.

Testing Process:

• National Testing Network (NTN) FireTEAM Written Exam – 30%
• National Testing Network Online Video Recorded Interview – 70%
• In‑Person Field Day Skills Assessment
• Task Performance Assessment for Candidates (TPAC) – Pass/Fail

Method Of Scoring And Ranking: Final score from weighted portions; preference points added for NREMT/Utah Paramedic (1%), Veteran (5%), Disabled Veteran (10%).

Reasonable Accommodations: Candidates may request accommodations. Submit documentation to HR es at least ten business days before exam.

General Information: Direct questions to Austin.

Clark.

Disqualifiers:

• Use or possession of harmful drugs in past 4 years (hallucinogens, narcotics).
• Use or possession of cannabis-related substances in past 1 year.
• Felony charges or convictions.

Offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check.

Position Type: Full‑time

Department: Fire

Scheduled

Hours:

40 hours per week