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West Metro Fire Rescue · Lakewood, Colorado

Position Details

Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Positions Available
1
Job Type
Full-Time
Category
Entry Level
Salary
Available to subscribers
Posted
May 26, 2026

Job Description

Full-time firefighter recruit position with West Metro Fire Rescue serving 300,000 residents across 110+ square miles in Lakewood, CO. Position includes fire suppression, emergency medical services, life safety, and community service. Candidates must pass Physical Agility Test (PAT), written exam (70% passing score), oral board interview, background investigation (including polygraph, psychological evaluation, physical exam, and drug testing).

Requirements: 18 years or older, valid driver's license, physician's release form, EMT certification no longer required (WMFR provides EMT training), ability to pass PAT and written exam (70%), pass background investigation including polygraph and psychological evaluation

Salary: 0-5 Months $73,184.43, 6-14 Months $78,814.00, 15-24 Months $90,073.14, 25-30 Months $95,702.72, 31-36 Months $106,961.86, Base Salary $112,591.43

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Requirements

  • 18 years or older, valid driver's license, physician's release form, EMT certification no longer required (WMFR provides EMT training), ability to pass PAT and written exam (70%), pass background investigation including polygraph and psychological evaluation

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West Metro Fire Rescue

Lakewood, Colorado

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