Firefighter

Salary : $70,045.18 - $108,552.23 Annually
Location : Fire Station 1, 4425 Burns Road, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410, FL
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 27-606590
Department: FIRE RESCUE
Opening Date: 10/05/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Summary
Performs general firefighting, fire prevention and emergency medical duties for the residents and visitors of the City.

Essential Function Duties and Responsibilities

• Engages in firefighting duties
• Responds to fire and emergency alarms and requests for assistance
• Performs routine firefighting duties and maintenance work on fire apparatus, vehicles and at fire station
• Provides basic and/or advanced life support medical care
• Engages in fire prevention work
• Participates in departmental classes, meetings, drills and training, as required
• Operates a variety of equipment including firefighting equipment, extrication equipment, hand and power tools
• Drives and operates fire apparatus
• Participates in public fairs and safety demonstrations, as required
• Complies with established policies and procedures for efficient and effective fire department operations
• Maintains personal and communal fire house living space
• Performs any other related work as assigned

PERIPHERAL DUTIES:

May assist with fire station improvements as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, and
• Completion of Florida Firefighter Minimum Standards
• Certification as State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• Valid Florida State Driver's License with a good driving record
• Proof of successful completion of the IAFF/IAFC Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) within the last twelve (12) months
• Must possess and maintain valid Basic Life Support (CPR) cards from American Heart Association at the Health Care Provider level, and
• All required certifications listed above and any other certifications, which may be required by the State of Florida or the City of Palm Beach Gardens maintained throughout term of employment to retain this classification
• All new hires shall comply with Florida State Statute 633.34(6) regarding tobacco products and during their term of employment shall remain tobacco free
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Must be able to meet Departmental physical standards
• Required to meet all the requirements in the Florida State Statute Number 633.34, "Firefighter; Qualifications for employment"

Special Qualifications/Preferences
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

Must provide copy of Florida Firefighter Minimum Standards and State of Florida EMT certification when applying on our website:

In addition, applicants must provide a copy of successful completion of the IAFF/IAFC CPAT, , which you will see also includes various locations through the National Testing Network (NTN) website, under FD CPAT Licenses/Full License Holders: Results will only be accepted if taken within 12 months from the opening date of this recruitment. All testing results must be submitted as soon as possible, as we will close the recruitment when there is an adequate pool of qualified candidates. You must submit all your attachments, as listed in the supplemental questions.

**The City will schedule you for the swim test if you meet all the requirements as well as submitting all the required documentation.

• Swim 100 yards continuously

• Tread water for 2 minutes
• Complete a timed event within 50 seconds
  • Swim 20 yards
  • Submerge to a depth of 4 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object
  • Return to surface
  • Walk or swim 20 yards on your back to return to starting point with both hands holding object
  • Exit water without using steps or ladder

***if you pass all the swim test, you will be scheduled for a quick video interview (virtual, not in person) on Microsoft Teams, which will last about 2 minutes.

Eligibility:Coverage in the City's group insurance plans begins the first of the month following thirty (30) days of employment.

Health Insurance: Choice of three (3) plans provided through Florida Blue. Employee contributions are required toward the cost of this insurance on a semi-monthly basis as follows:
TIER-HMO/PPO/HDHP
Employee Only$0$0$0
Family$58.00$110.00$30.00

On-Site Employee Health and Wellness Center:Available for use by employees, spouses and dependents enrolled on the City's Health Plan. No-copays for doctor's visits, labs, physicals, or prescription drugs dispensed at the Center.

Dental Insurance:PPO plan offered through Humana, provided at no cost
Life Insurance:Two (2) times annual salary up to a maximum of $100,000 provided at no cost.

Short Term Disability:Eligible for 60% of salary up to 26 weeks, provided at no cost.

Voluntary Long-Term Disability:60% of salary up to $1,500 monthly, cost age based.

Employee Assistance Program:Six (6) visits per calendar year, per issue, provided at no cost.

Tutition Reumbursement - Police: $2,500/year from the Police Foundation

Wellness Program: Voluntary wellness initiatives that promote and reward health awareness.

Pension Plan:Certified law enforcement officers and firefighters are Pension Fund participants. Amount of retirement benefits is based on credited service and average final compensation.

Holidays:Eleven (11) days per calendar year. One (1) Floating Holiday per calendar year.

Personal Leave:Accrued monthly used for vacation, illness, or personal days.
Monthly accrual: Police (16) hours; Firefighters (15.4) hours
Personal Leave is tiered based on years of service and increases overtime.

Optional Voluntary Benefits:Vision Care Insurance Plan, Supplemental Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, AFLAC Group Policies, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, Roth IRA, Recreation Program Discounts, Day Care Discounts, Free EV Charging Station, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer under the U.S. Department of Education's PSLF Program.
01

The City of Palm Beach Gardens requires that you list your most recent 10 years of work experience if applicable. Work experience as listed in your resume, will not be an acceptable form of submission. You must use the work experience fields provided in order for your application to be complete.

• Yes I have included the most recent 10 years of work experience if applicable.

02

Are you certified in the state of Florida as a Firefighter?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a State of FL EMT certification?

• Yes
• No

04

Have you attached the following certifications: 1. State of FL Firefighter certification2. State of FL paramedic/EMT certification3. CPAT results within last 12 monthsFailure to attach the certifications above will result in disqualification. Please make sure you confirm, as we will not confirm this for you.

• Yes
• No

05

Have you used any of the following tobacco products in the last five (5) years:• Cigarettes• E-cigarettes• Vape pens• Cigars• Kreteks or Clove Cigarettes• Chewing tobacco• Snuff• Dip• Snus
06

Do you have any tattoos, body art, ornamental veneers or caps on your teeth, intentional body scarring, intentional body mutilation, or body part piercing (other than small hole ear piercings) that would be visible when wearing a standard uniform consisting of a short sleeve shirt and uniform trousers? Please describe.
Required Question