Fire Equipment Operator: Heavy Apparatus Driver/Operator

City of Santa Fe Springs; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Springfield's Fire Department is conducting a promotional examination for eligible regular employees to determine advancement. The written exam is set for September 29, 2026, 1:30–3:30 PM at Fire Training Center; practical exam October 26–28, 2026 at Fire Station 6; candidates must arrive 15 minutes early.

The process is a 50% written and 50% practical assessment. Passing requires a minimum of 70% on the written test and successful completion of all practical phases to be placed on the

Qualifications

• Must have at least three years of continuous service as a firefighter with the Springfield Fire Department as of the announcement closing date and certified to Missouri Division of Fire Safety Driver Operator Core, Pumper and Aerial.
• OR must have at least four years of continuous service as a firefighter with the Springfield Fire Department as of the announcement closing date and must obtain Missouri Division of Fire Safety Driver Operator Core, Pumper and Aerial certification within 12 months of appointment.

Job description

City of Springfield's Fire Department is conducting a promotional examination for eligible regular employees to determine advancement. The written exam is set for September 29, 2026, 1:30–3:30 PM at Fire Training Center; practical exam October 26–28, 2026 at Fire Station 6; candidates must arrive 15 minutes early.

The process is a 50% written and 50% practical assessment. Passing requires a minimum of 70% on the written test and successful completion of all practical phases to be placed on the