Firefighter

Job Description:

Firefighter

Description

Description

• Do not contact Fire Administration or any Fire Employees.
• All questions or inquiries should be emailed to: [email protected]
• Please read through all sections of this job posting (to include Frequently Asked Questions and Application Assistance for instructions and important information).
• Benefits, compensation and pension information can be viewed by clicking on the Benefits tab or on this link.

General Statement of Job
Under close supervision, performs specialized firefighting work in fire suppression, administer emergency medical care, provide fire prevention and basic medical care education, and operate fire rescue apparatus. Employee will participate in firefighting and medical training and other training as needed. Employees may be assigned to operate equipment to alarms, utilize special skills acquired on the job, or assist with fire inspections. Employee is responsible for inspection, cleaning and maintenance of equipment and quarters as well as others tasks as necessary. Reports to a Fire Lieutenant or Fire Captain.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

Education:

• Graduation from High School or equivalent.
• An AS or AA Degree in a related field is preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Be at least 18 years old;
• Possess a valid State of Florida Drivers' License.
• Firefighter Certificate of Compliance Certification issued by the Division of State Fire Marshal for the State of Florida
  • Currently possess OR obtain and submit to Human Resources/Designee by December 31, 2026.
• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • Possess a Paramedic Certification OR
  • Possess an EMT Certification AND are currently enrolled in Paramedic School.

• EMT Certification (State of Florida Certified or National Registry).
• Must obtain Paramedic Certification within 2 ½ years of the date of hire and subsequently cleared by our Medical Director within six (6) months of obtaining said Certification.
• If you already finished paramedic school and are waiting for results or to take the exam, you are eligible to apply and would be required to submit the transcripts for paramedic school and passing results for the certification once received.
• Official letter from paramedic school stating you are enrolled in paramedic school or official transcripts will be required at a later date.
• Possess a current Basic Life Support CPR Card (Issued by the American Heart Association or an equivalent agency).
• Possess an EVOC Certification pursuant to FL Statute 401.281(1) (e).

All Applicants Must:

• Not have a suspended drivers' license within five (5) years of the date of this application (not insurance related).
• Not have a DUI arrest and/or conviction in the last five (5) years.
• Not have failed the Town of Davie Background Investigation, Oral Board Interview, Polygraph or Psychological Exam within the past year.
• Not have employment history that includes poor performance (to include evaluation information, disciplines, suspension and/or terminations) and/or inability to maintain steady employment.
• Not have any body art, brands, tattoos on the head, neck, or face. The neck will be defined as any marking that protrudes past the threshold of any dress uniform. A single ring tattoo is the only body art permitted on the hand.
• Not have steroid usage within three (3) years of the date of this application.
• Not have used any illegal drugs to include heroin, cocaine hallucinogenic substances and/or other illegal substances with the exception of marijuana as outlined below.
• Not have used marijuana or cannabis in any form within one (1) year of the date of this application.
• Not have used any tobacco products within one (1) year of the date of this application to include nicotine and E-cigarettes. Candidates must commit to non-usage during employment as well.
• Not have been dishonorably discharged from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
• Not have made a false statement of any material fact or practiced deception in his/her application.
• Not have any convictions of a felony or crime involving moral turpitude. As used herein, the term "convicted" means a plea of guilty, a plea of nolo contendere, or a finding of guilty (regardless of whether adjudication is withheld) by any judicial body charged with the responsibility to determine violations of federal, Florida or any other state statute or law. Of course the Town of Davie will evaluate the nature or gravity of the offense; the time elapsed since the conviction and/or completion of the sentence; the nature of the job sought or held and other relative factors.

Information regarding the physical agility test: Qualified applicants will be scheduled by the Davie Fire Rescue Department to complete a physical agility test prior to a conditional offer of employment being extended. No other physical agility test will be accepted. Click on the following link for information pertaining to the PAT: https://www.davie-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/24899/FF-PAT-Info

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process which includes, but not limited to evaluation of training and experience, interview(s), physical agility test, psychological evaluation, polygraph, background check to include employment record review, driving record history, credit check, medical exam and drug screen.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responds to emergency or fire alarms; connects hoses to nozzles, hydrants and pumps; joins and places hose sections; enters burning buildings with hose lines; operates nozzles to spray a stream of water on fires; uses hand tools and hand fire extinguishers; raises, lowers and climbs ladders; ventilates burning buildings to carry off smoke and gas.
• Removes persons from danger; administers first aid to injured persons.
• Performs salvage operations such as placing salvage covers, sweeping water, removing debris and placing smoke ejectors.
• Assists in operating pumper, ladder or foam truck; assists in inspecting and maintaining all apparatus and equipment.
• Attends and participates in training sessions in such subjects as fire fighting techniques, equipment techniques, first aid, street layout and hydrant location.
• Cleans and performs minor maintenance on department buildings and equipment; maintains fire station grounds.

EMT CERTIFIED MAY PERFORM THE FOLLOWING:
Responds to emergency calls to perform necessary rescue work and administer necessary emergency medical care. Participates in a continuous training program to improve competence in medical technical work.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• May assist with the inspection of premises for presence of fire hazards and fire safety violations.
• May participate in water rescue incidents and instructional sessions.
• Performs other related work as required.

Benefits, Compensation and Pension Information can be viewed by clicking on the Benefits Tab.

Supplemental Information

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Driving History, School Transcripts, Certifications and documents:Documents are not required to be submitted at this time, submission will be required at a later date. However, all minimum requirements must be met prior to submitting an application.
2. Paramedic Certification
   • Candidates must either be a certified Paramedic OR a certified EMT and currently enrolled in Paramedic school.
     • If you already finished paramedic school and are waiting for results or to take the exam, you are eligible to apply and would be required to submit the transcripts for paramedic school and passing results for the certification once received.
     • Official letter from paramedic school stating you are enrolled in paramedic school or official transcripts will be required at a later date.
3. Physical Agility Test: Qualified applicants will be scheduled by the Davie Fire Rescue Department to complete a physical agility test prior to a conditional offer of employment being extended. Click on the following link for information pertaining to the PAT:https://www.davie-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/24899/FF-PAT-Info
4. Additional Information:
   • This posting will close on the date listed above.
   • All minimum requirements must be met by the closing date of the posting.
   • Ensure all fields of the application are complete, incomplete applications will not be considered.

**DO NOT CONTACT FIRE ADMINISTRATION OR ANY FIRE STAFF**

ALL QUESTIONS or INQUIRIES SHOULD BE EMAILED TO: [email protected]

The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits package, Click Here

Closing Date/Time: 11/9/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Salary:

$67,783.00 - $105,217.00 Annually