Entry-level Firefighter Testing November 10-12, 2026

Entry-level Firefighter Testing November 10-12, 2026

Job Posting Closing Date:

***Provo City is recruiting for Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics that are interested in becoming Firefighters with the Provo City Fire Department. Testing will be conducted November 10th & 12th, 2026. Candidates will be contacted with additional information one week before the testing date.***

***Testing Details***
Firefighter Written Aptitude Test: November 10, 2026
Physical Ability Test (for those who pass the Written): November 10, 2026
Oral Interviews (for those who pass the Physical): November 12, 2026
Candidates will be contacted with additional information 1 week before the testing date.

Job Details

What is the compensation package?

Annualized Rates: Firefighter/EMT (G26,28,30,32) $55,377- $88,424

Firefighter/Paramedic (G28, 29, 31, 33) $65,748 - $112,854

 

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, and others. For more information about benefits click here.

 

What are the main duties? (For the full class specifications click here: Firefighter/EMT, Firefighter/Paramedic)

• Fight fires by placing, connecting, and advancing hoses.
• Operate pumps, nozzles, ladders, hydrants, extinguishers, generators, and other specialized firefighting equipment and apparatus.
• Search for and rescue victims from burning buildings, vehicles, or other structures and locations.
• Assess victims and determine emergency medical treatment needed at incidents.
• Handle a wide variety of emergency situations.
• Provide medical treatment.
• Transport, lift, restrain or otherwise move patients.
• Report victim assessments and conditions to medical personnel.
• Participate in drills and training.
• Restock ambulance supplies and maintain supply inventory during shifts.
• Assist other staff and perform other related duties as required.

 

What are the qualifications to test?

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Basic EMT OR Paramedic license (Utah Office of Emergency Medical Services and Preparedness).
• Firefighter I and II certifications required within 6 months.
• Valid, Utah Driver License.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Note: Employees must maintain required certifications to retain position.

 

What pre-employment screening steps are required?

If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a a medical exam, drug screen, and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

 

Full Time/Part Time:

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40