Firefighter

JOB
The City of Coeur d'Alene is looking to expand our eligibility list to hire Firefighters.Candidates who have taken and passed the Public Safety Testing (PST), Inc. Firefighter Exam and have sent their scores to the City of Coeur d'Alene are invited to apply for the position of Firefighter. If you have not taken the PST exam, please do not complete our application process. PST score must be less than 6 months old.Firefighters protect the public in emergency situations; they respond to fires, accidents, medical emergencies, chemical spills, flooding, water rescue and other incidents where risks are posed to life and property. This job entails using sophisticated firefighting and rescue equipment, promoting fire safety, inspecting and enforcing safety standards, working with police and other emergency services, undertaking physical and academic training, and maintaining vehicles, equipment, hydrants, water supplies and general living/working quarters. Firefighters may also receive training for and assume specialty roles in high-rise training, ice rescue, lifeguard, confined space, fireboat operation, wildland apparatus, search and rescue and/or water rescue team or other areas. Examination Details Public Safety Testing (PST) Written Exam: complete the PST written exam by Thursday, April 2, 2026. PST will send the City of Coeur d'Alene written exam scores and the City will invite the top 50-60 candidates for further testing. City of Coeur d'Alene Job Application: After completing the PST written exam, complete the on-line application by Friday, April 3, 2026 5pm.Physical Agility Exam: The City of Coeur d'Alene Fire Department will proctor their own physical agility exam (Download PDF reader) in Coeur d'Alene on Sunday, April 19, 2026. Candidates must be present; the PST Firefighter Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) will not be accepted. Click Here for our physical agility demonstration video.Interview: Following the physical agility exam, interviews will be scheduled for April 20-23, 2026 (all four days may not be needed, depends on the number of candidates). Only successful applicants passing the physical agility will be scheduled for an interview.Wages Current base hourly wage range is $21.52 - $33.11 per hour (56-hour workweek), increasing 3.5% October 2026 & 3.5% October 2027. Firefighters are eligible for service time increases per collective bargaining agreement as stated below: Year 1: 8% increaseYear 2: 8% increaseYear 3: 8% increaseYear 4: 6% increaseYear 5: 9.5% increase and additional 5% if employee qualifies for senior payCurrent starting annual wage range for a 56-hour Firefighter/EMT is $62,666-$96,416Current starting annual wage range for a 56-hour Firefighter/Advanced EMT is $65,433-99,183Current starting annual wages range for a 56-hour Firefighter/Paramedic is $74,605-108,356Additional hourly pay is available per CBA for FLSA, educational incentive, holiday pay, etc. Additional hourly pay is not included in above wages, holiday pay is an additional benefit paid to firefighters annually at employee's base wage * 264 hours (11 total holiday's).Examples of Duties: For more information on duties and essential functions of a Firefighter, Click Here to see the complete job description. Minimum Requirements: 1. 18 years of age by the date of the written exam.2. High school diploma or equivalent.3. Valid driver's license and U.S. citizenship.4. Certification as an EMT preferred within 30 days from date of hire or ability to obtain certification within six months from date of hire is required.5. Successful applicants will need to complete and pass the following as a condition of employment: Medical examinationThorough background investigationDrug and alcohol testingReference checksSupplemental Information: Firefighters work 24-hour shifts, averaging 10 per month (2912 hours annually), rotating 48 hours on and 96 hours off. For specific details regarding wages, benefits and working conditions, Click Here (Download PDF reader) for the Coeur d'Alene Firefighters Local No. 710 collective bargaining agreement. Firefighters also do not pay into Social Security. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation for the Firefighter testing process due to a disability, please provide a detailed written request for an accommodation to the Human Resources Director, Melissa Tosi, melissat@cdaid.org, by April 10, 2026.The City of Coeur d'Alene is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected status. Examples of Duties(illustrative only and may vary by assignment)Participates in training and develops skills and techniques in firefighting, hazardous materials response, emergency medical and lifesaving activities;Responds to fire scenes, natural disasters, vehicle accidents and various medical emergencies;Works as part of a team or individually to combat fires, rescue victims and/or render support;Inspects and tests emergency medical, fire suppression and related tools and equipment to ensure serviceability and compliance;Uses mathematical formulas for computing hydraulics, fire containment and extinguishment practices and procedures;Cleans, refuels and performs basic and routine inspections on vehicles including cleaning and waxing;Performs general maintenance to station grounds such as cleaning, shoveling snow, painting, cutting grass and related duties;Performs various public information or education tasks;Prepares and writes reports;Performs assigned duties by ranking officers, such as preparing grant proposals, working with juvenile fire setters, maintaining hydrants, etc.;Instructs fire department personnel in various specialized areas;May receive training for or be assigned to a specialty area such as high-rise rescue, water rescue, wildland apparatus, confined space or other area based on the requirements of the organization;Operates personal computer and associated applications software;Responds to management's, supervisor's, co-workers' and citizens' questions and comments in a courteous, thorough and timely manner;Performs time management and scheduling functions, meets deadlines, and sets project priorities;Maintains strict confidentiality of all matters;Assists other department and City employees as needed or requested;Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices. Secondary Duties and Responsibilities: May perform inspection of assigned occupancies;Assume the duties of Fire Engineer upon request as needed;Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED; andMust be at least 18 years of age at the time of application; andMaintain a valid Driver's License; andCertification as an EMT or ability to obtain certification within six months of hire; orAn equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered. Supplemental InformationThe requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for an individual to satisfactorily perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be successful in the position.Knowledge of: Basic mathematical and science skills to learn and apply firefighting techniques;Comprehensive use of the English language for report writing and training sessions. Skill and Ability to: Learn about specialized fire fighting vehicles and equipment, strategies for various types of fire containment such as wildland, commercial, residential, etc., and emergency response procedures and methods;Study and learn Emergency Medical Technician skills and techniques sufficient enough to pass and EMT certification test within the first six months of employment;Quickly learn the geography of the City of Coeur d'Alene, including the streets system, hydrant locations, the layout and location of public utilities and potentially hazardous materials or substances;Make determinations as to the best course of action for fighting fires or responding to other related emergency situations;Work under extremely stressful situations, day and night, which result from a fire and other emergencies, including the responsibility for remaining calm and carrying out all duties with the recognition of the threat to life and property;Successfully meet the Idaho Department of Labor and Industrial Services Minimum Medical and Health Standards for Firefighters and pass entry exams;Work within a command structure requiring strict adherence to the following of orders;Work in a team environment under extremely stressful situations;Quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology;Learn and correctly apply routine division and department policies and procedures;Read, comprehend, and follow simple oral and written instructions; and to understand and apply available guidelines to varied operational requirements;Perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines;Demonstrate integrity, ingenuity and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks;Operate a personal computer using program applications appropriate to assigned duties;Assume responsibilities of Fire Engineer upon request;Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with the public and other employees and supervisors;Perform all duties in accordance with City policies and procedures with regard for personal safety and that of other employees and the public.Physical Demands & Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to perform strenuous physical activity; to stand, walk, sit, run, use hands to keyboard or type, handle materials, operate heavy equipment or manipulate tools used in performing the essential functions of the classification, and to reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this classification include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus to effectively operate at a fire or related emergency scene. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification includes those which permit the employee to hear alarms, discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively in person, by telephone. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee works in an indoor and outdoor setting, in emergency situations, which may involve a high degree of noise and exposure to hazardous conditions