Anticipated vacancies in the Hartford Fire Department. Under supervision, participates in the operation of a single fire company by performing customary firefighter duties, including fire suppression: i.e. advancing of hose lines, both vertically and horizontally under adverse conditions. Works in extreme adverse climates. Maintains department equipment and property. Participates in training exercises and conducts area surveys. Must be able to wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) without restrictions. Must be able to climb and use aerial ladders at various heights and under adverse conditions. This is a UNION position, and the current hours of work are 24 hours on and 72 hours off, including weekends and holidays. Performs related work as required. 

NOTE: Firefighter recruits will be paid at a rate of 10% below the base rate of the salary range for the first six (6) months of employment. Salary and benefits are subject to collective bargaining.

Open to all City Of Hartford Residents who meet the below qualifications:
AGE: Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
CITIZENSHIP: Must be a citizen of the U.S. at the time of application. A COPY OF YOUR US GOVERNMENT OR STATE GOVERNMENT ISSUED BIRTH CERTIFICATE, CERTIFICATE OF CITIZENSHIP, NATURALIZATION CERTIFICATE, OR VALID PASSPORT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE APPLICATION. 
EDUCATION: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education.
A COPY OF YOUR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, GED CERTIFICATE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE APPLICATION.
DRIVER'S LICENSE: A valid Connecticut State Driver's license.
A COPY OF THE LICENSE MUST BE SUBMITTED AT TIME OF APPLICATION. 
HARTFORD RESIDENCY REQUIRED: Must be bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed City of Hartford Residency Form must be submitted with the application. (SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING RESIDENCY).
 
PHYSICAL: Must pass a thorough medical examination which will include drug and alcohol testing.
VISION: Without correction, not less than 20/100 in each eye; with correction, not less than 20/30 in each eye.
 
VERIFICATION:ALL EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE VERIFIED. A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION WILL BE ADMINISTERED. FALSIFICATION OF ANY INFORMATION SHALL AUTOMATICALLY DISQUALIFY YOU FROM PARTICIPATION IN THE RECRUITMENT AND TESTING PROCESS AND SHALL RESULT IN TERMINATION, IF HIRED.
 
APPLICATION FEE: In order for your application to be considered, a $25.00 MONEY ORDER or CERTIFIED BANK CHECK, PAYABLE TO THE "CITY OF HARTFORD", must be submitted with the application and received no later than the closing date and time of this posting. BE SURE TO WRITE YOUR NAME, ADDRESS & THE POSITION "FIREFIGHTER" ON THE MONEY ORDER OR BANK CHECK. NO CASH or PERSONAL CHECKS will be accepted. THIS FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE.