Firefighter Testing

Alabaster, AL
Full Time
Student (High School)
MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY WE SERVE!
Alabaster Fire Department
 
Fire Recruit (Non-Certified): Salary- $47,736.00
Immediate adjustment to Firefighter (Certified) pay upon completion of Firefighter I/II (Career Firefighter)

Firefighter (Certified): Salary Range - $52,686-$72,883
Salary Range including Holiday Pay / Minimum OT: $57,625 - $78,796
Immediate adjustment to Firefighter Paramedic upon obtaining Paramedic license.

Firefighter Paramedic: Salary Range $58,052 to 80,350  
Salary Range including Holiday Pay / Minimum OT: $63,569 - $87,987

Higher entry salary potential for experienced Firefighter Paramedics
Regular overtime opportunities


PLUS:
  • Education reimbursement for paramedic programs
  • Firefighter I & II (Career FF ) training provided for qualified candidates 
  • Consistent COLA & Merit Step Increases
  • 90% city contribution to Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance plan
    • $ 63.70 monthly single coverage (employee cost)
    • $ 155.30 monthly family coverage (employee cost)
  • Full time employee dependents may attend Alabaster City Schools
  • 4 person staffing minimum per engine company 
  • New Medic transport service starting in 2025
  • 13 paid holidays, 1 personal day
  • Retiree insurance paid by the city (65% - 75% depending on service years)
  • Tier 1 retirement benefits (25 service year retirement regardless of age or 10 years of service at age 60)
FIREFIGHTER SELECTION PROCESS: All applications will be reviewed to ensure minimum qualifications have been met. Those meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to complete the written exam administered by Human Resources and a physical abilities test administered by Alabaster Fire Department. Candidates who successfully pass both the written exam and physical ability test will be scheduled for an interview before a panel of representatives from the Alabaster Fire Department.  Apply today!

TESTING DATE OPTIONS:   
 Friday, November 1st  @ 8:00 am      OR   Saturday, November 2nd @ 8:00 am

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum age 18; High School Diploma or GED; Must possess and maintain a valid Alabama Driver’s License. Must obtain and maintain an Alabama Department of Public Health Office of EMS Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic license within three years of employment

A current Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) certificate that is valid for a period of not less than 6 months and maintained until completion of Firefighter I/II (Career F/F).  If applicant does not have CPAT, candidate may participate in the testing process; however, must obtain CPAT prior to an offer being extended if applicable.  


Must obtain and maintain certification as a Firefighter I/II (Career F/F) by the Alabama Fire College and Personnel Standards Commission within one year of employment.





 
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