FIRE FIGHTER/EMT

Brevard County; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 51,824 - 63,340; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives per IAFF agreement

BPAT testing at no cost

Job summary

Brevard County Fire Rescue seeks a Firefighter/EMT to respond to emergencies, extinguish fires, and provide Basic Life Support. The role requires Florida EMT and BLS/CPR certifications, plus a Florida Fire Fighter Certificate of Compliance or Completion, and a valid Florida driver's license.

Typical shifts are 24 hours on, 48 hours off. Applicants must meet testing, background, and health standards; tobacco cessation and hurricane duty may apply. Veterans may receive preference under state law.

Qualifications

• Must possess valid BLS/CPR and Florida EMT certifications during employment.
• Florida State Fire Fighter Certificate of Compliance or Completion required.
• Valid Florida driver's license maintained during term.
• Pass written fire and medical exams; complete background investigations.
• Option to submit CPAT/BPAT test; BPAT available at no cost.
• Veterans with honorable discharge may receive preference points.

Responsibilities

• Perform protective service work, control and extinguish fires, and provide Basic Life Support at emergencies.
• Work typical shifts: 24 hours on, 48 hours off, with on-scene readiness.
• Comply with tobacco-use policy and maintain professional standards.
• Be prepared for emergency duties during hurricanes or disasters as directed.

Skills

BLS/CPR Certification

Florida EMT Certification

Florida Fire Fighter Certificate

Valid Florida Driver's License

CPAT/BPAT options

CJIS background readiness

Veteran's Preference eligibility

Job description

About the Position

Department: Fire Rescue

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Close Date: 09/27/2026

Firefighter/EMT salary is $57,582.52 annually, which includes F.L.S.A. Candidates with verifiable, prior Florida Firefighter experience may be eligible for an advanced initial step placement (up to Step 5), subject to review and approval by the Fire Chief. Additional incentives may be available in accordance with the current IAFF Rank & File Bargaining Agreement. Typically shift work: 24 hours on/48 hours off. Performs experienced protective service work controlling, extinguishing, and preventing fires and performing Basic Life Support at emergency scenes. All applicants must not have been users of tobacco products for at least one (1) year immediately preceding their application for employment as a firefighter with Brevard County Fire Rescue, and shall be required, as an absolute condition of continued employment, to refrain from smoking cigarettes, cigars, pipes, or use of any type of tobacco products of any kind (including smoking cessation products), at all times, whether on or off duty. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

Requirements

• Must possess on the date of written testing a valid Basic Life Support (BLS)/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification from an approved provider and a valid State of Florida EMT Certification, both must be maintained during the term of employment.
• Must possess on the date of written testing a Florida State Fire Fighter Certificate of Compliance or Letter of Completion from the State of Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's license and maintain said license during the term of employment.
• Copies of all required certifications and licenses must be presented at the time of written test administration.
• Applicants will be required to take and pass a written fire and medical exam.
• Physical Abilities Test: Applicants shall have the option to submit either a valid National Testing Network Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) that has been successfully completed within one year of the date of the written exam or will be required to perform and successfully complete the Brevard Physical Abilities Test (BPAT). The BPAT is offered at no cost to the candidate.
• Veterans of the United States Armed Forces, with an honorable discharge, entitled to Veteran's Preference under Florida Statute, Chapter 295, must submit their applicable DD-214, valid military certification, and/or military discharge papers by the date of written testing. Veteran's Preference points will be added to a passing written test score.
• Applicants must be able to successfully complete a criminal, driver's license, and personal background investigation conducted by Brevard County or another agency, and must be able to successfully pass a CJIS background check administered by the Brevard County Sheriff's Office.
• Applicants must be able to successfully complete a physical examination, in accordance with NFPA 1582 guidelines and be found Fit for Duty under those guidelines.
• Information regarding the written test date, time, and location will be emailed to qualified applicants two weeks prior to testing dates, which are currently scheduled for Friday, October 9, 2026 and Saturday, October 10, 2026.
• Candidate will be tentatively hired on Monday, January 4, 2027 after successfully completing all required pre-employment testing for this hiring process.

Physical Requirements Checklist

1. The employee must be able to:
   • LIFT 50 lbs. or more
   • CARRY 50 lbs. or more
   • PUSH 50 lbs. or more
   • PULL 50 lbs. or more
2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   • STAND 5 - 8 hours
   • WALK 5 - 8 hours
   • SIT 5 - 8 hours
   • DRIVE 5 - 8 hours
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Dig; Jump; Kneel; Reach; Run; Smell; Stoop
5. The employee must have:
   • Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Other; Use of both eyes
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   • N/A

Working Conditions

1. Working conditions that will apply to the employee:
   • At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; Other working conditions; With chemicals or solvents; With electricity; With explosives; With feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With hazardous materials; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; With poor ventilation; With radiant energy (x-rays, etc.); With silica, fiberglass, etc.; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A