Entry-Level Firefighter: Rescue, Suppression & EMS

City of Montgomery, AL; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Montgomery, AL is seeking entry-level firefighters to combat, extinguish, and prevent fires, while operating and maintaining fire suppression equipment. The role includes responding to emergencies, performing search and rescue, and providing basic life support when needed.

Applicants must complete 16 weeks of recruit school and meet physical, behavioral, and medical requirements. Background checks and drug testing are required; smoking restrictions apply beginning on employment date.

Qualifications

• Requires strenuous physical fitness to perform firefighting duties.
• Includes trained response to emergencies, search and rescue, and hazard control.
• Must be able to operate ladders and firefighting equipment.
• Ability to administer basic life support when needed.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire scenes and conduct suppression operations.
• Conduct search and rescue and ventilate as required.
• Perform ladder operations for access and rescue.
• Operate and maintain fire suppression equipment and vehicles.
• Inspect gear, participate in daily training and fitness programs.

Skills

Physical fitness

Emergency response

Ladder operations

Basic life support

Education

16 weeks Recruit School

Job description

The City of Montgomery, AL is seeking entry-level firefighters to combat, extinguish, and prevent fires, while operating and maintaining fire suppression equipment. The role includes responding to emergencies, performing search and rescue, and providing basic life support when needed.

Applicants must complete 16 weeks of recruit school and meet physical, behavioral, and medical requirements. Background checks and drug testing are required; smoking restrictions apply beginning on employment date.