Firefighter I (Entry-Level Firefighter)

Working as a Salt Lake City Firefighter is a career that requires discipline, compassion, physical fitness, and mental resilience. Our selection process is intended to identify individuals who possess the willingness and character necessary to serve our community under the most demanding conditions.

To be considered for employment with Salt Lake City Fire Department (SLCFD), you must complete the following three steps between December 1, 2026, and February 28, 2027:
- Complete a job application for SLCFD through Workday.
- Complete the National Testing Network (NTN) FireTEAM written exam. (Score must be valid through March 1, 2027)
- Complete the National Testing Network (NTN) online video interview.

The 2027 testing cycle will identify candidates hired for Recruit Class 60 (Fall 2027) AND Recruit Class 61 (Spring 2028).

December 1, 2026 – February 28, 2027: Submit your official job application via Workday. Complete the NTN FireTEAM written exam. Complete the NTN online one-way video interview by logging into your NTN account. The NTN online FireTEAM written exam and the NTN online interview are self-scheduled by the candidate.

April 10 & 17, 2027: SLCFD Pre-Academy Field Day with Task Performance Assessment for Candidates (TPAC) and Physical Exam. Candidates are required to attend one of these days in person at the SLCFD Training Tower.

BENEFITS: PTO (including sick and vacation), Health insurance (includes medical, dental, and vision), Retirement plan (through Utah Retirement Systems), Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000 per year), Incentive pay for specialty certifications, Uniform allowance, Regular wage increases.

WORK-LIFE BALANCE: Full-time firefighters work one 48-hour consecutive shift and then are scheduled off for 96 hours.

Requirements: At least 18 years of age by the date of the written exam, High school diploma or GED by date of the written exam, Valid driver license by time of employment, Ability to legally work in the US

Application Deadline: 2027-02-28