The city of Garland is accepting applications to test for the position of firefighter recruit. Answer the call for a career of public service that is so much more than fighting fires.
Starting salary is $63,389 with great health and retirement benefits.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 18-35 years of age at time of examination
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to meet testing, physical agility and background screening requirements
Online applications accepted June 24 – July 15, 2022, at Careers.GarlandTX.gov.
Visit Careers.GarlandTX.gov for full details, including testing resources and more!
NOTICE OF FIREFIGHTER RECRUIT ENTRANCE EXAMINATION
Aug. 8, 2022, 6 p.m. at the Curtis Culwell Center, 4999 Naaman Forest Blvd., Garland
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Age – At least 18 years of age but not over 35 years of age at the date of employment.
- Education – High school graduate or possess a G.E.D. (A copy of the G.E.D. certificate must accompany the Application for Employment form)
- Entrance Exam – Must pass multiple choice question timed exam that covers reading comprehension, math (highly algebra based), mechanical aptitude, map reading and reasoning skills candidate will have three hours to complete.
- Military Service – Persons who have served in the military, received an Honorable Discharge, and pass the Examination will have 5 points added to their total test score. If a legible DD214 is submitted and the DD214 clearly indicates an Honorable Discharge received following at least 180 days of active service. Only DD214s which satisfy both requirements will qualify for the additional 5 points. Failure to submit a copy of a DD214 form will eliminate this credit.
- Physical Agility Test – The physical agility test involves various types of tasks designed to demonstrate the applicant’s ability to perform essential job functions.
- Past Background – A rigid background investigation, including driving record, will be conducted on all applicants. Information will be verified by Polygraph Examination(s).
- Oral Interview – The Oral Interview involves a variety of questions related to determining potential performance as a firefighter.
- Psychological Evaluation – Involves a variety of questions and consultation with a psychologist to determine the ability to handle the stress of the job.
- Chief’s Interview – Interview with the Chief to determine if the candidate is a good fit for the department.
- Physical Examination – Must pass a physical examination, a comprehensive drug screening, and have no more than 20/100 uncorrected vision with no color blindness.
- Work Schedule – Ability and willingness to work shift work (24 hours on duty, followed by 48 hours off-duty)
GFD MISSION: The Garland Fire Department’s mission is to serve and help the citizens in any way we can with compassion. Nothing less than excellence.
QUESTIONS: Contact 972-205-2475 extension 4 or CivilService@GarlandTX.gov.
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