Firefighter

The Spokane Fire Department seeks applicants interested in joining a team of dedicated individuals who protect and serve the citizens of Spokane. SFD is responsible for emergency medical services, fire suppression, mitigating the consequences from disasters, and rescue activities. In addition to emergency work, members provide a wide range of services to the community.

For more detailed information about becoming a City of Spokane Firefighter, visit the SFD recruitment website.



EXAMPLES OF JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responds to fire incidents with a company; lays hose; holds and directs nozzle and water streams; raises and climbs ladders; uses standard firefighting equipment; removes persons from danger; administers emergency medical treatment; performs salvage and overhaul operations.
• Performs fire prevention functions such as inspection of business establishments, apartment complexes and schools in assigned district. Assists residents in eliminating hazards and fire dangers.
• Performs general housekeeping and maintenance work in the upkeep of the assigned station and equipment. Participates in the recovery, cleaning and inspection of equipment after incidents.
• Drives and operates various automotive, mechanical, and auxiliary fire apparatus.
• May be assigned specialized duties in addition to regular duties.
• Responds to medical emergencies and operates emergency medical equipment and exercises clinical judgment within the licensed scope of practice.
• May be assigned as a member of any apparatus staffed or operated by the Fire Department.
• Periodically inspects assigned "first-due" area and becomes familiar with buildings, locations and conditions of fire hydrants, streets, potential fire hazards and dangers, and to compile comprehensive pre-incident plans.
• Performs related work as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to see, with or without corrective lenses, well enough to read fine print, such as maps, identify shapes at night such as house numbers, and to distinguish shapes through smoky conditions.
• Ability to hear, with or without a hearing aid, and speak well enough to converse on a radio or telephone and give or receive orders in muffled conditions.
• Ability to climb a variety of ladders.
• Enough body mobility to maintain balance in precarious positions and to crawl in confined spaces.
• Enough manual dexterity to maintain and operate necessary equipment and tools.
• Enough strength to rescue heavy people while in protective clothing and carry equipment up a ladder.
• Tolerance and stamina to work under adverse, hazardous conditions such as smoke, gas, heat, cold, and confined spaces for extended periods of time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent. No previous experience necessary. 
• All applicants must possess a valid driver's license.

NOTE: Minimum medical and health standards for this classification are established by state laws. All successful candidates who have been offered a position will be required to pass the necessary examinations prior to appointment.

Please click "apply" to view the Civil Service examination details on the official job posting.

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• AFLAC
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status. As a Fair Chance employer, City of Spokane does not conduct initial background screening for non-public safety positions.