| Location | Huntsville, AL |
| Salary | $10–$15 Per Hour |
Firefighter (Grade 13)
Salary
$55,910.40 - $77,126.40 Annually
Location
2110 Clinton Avenue, Huntsville, AL 35805, AL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
6192
Department
Fire & Rescue
Opening Date
09/11/2026
Closing Date
10/22/2026 6:00 PM Central
Nature of Work
NATURE OF WORK:
This is skilled firefighting work in combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires; in answering emergency medical calls; and in the operation and routine maintenance of departmental equipment, apparatus, and quarters. Shift work is required.
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Physical and Environmental Factors:
Work is performed in and around a fire station, training room, fire apparatus, fire rescue vehicle, fire scene, emergency medical scene, and indoors or outdoors. Work exposes employee to fumes, odors, smoke, gases, chemicals, mechanical mechanisms, toxic substances, radiation, communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, moving traffic, electrical hazards, explosions, dangerous animals, extreme heights, unknown elements, life threatening conditions, atmospheres of up to 1000 degrees, irregular/protracted work hours, regular sleep disruption, and extreme heat or weather conditions. Work requires the regular, and at times, sustained performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, crouching, lying, crawling, kneeling, working in restricted and/or confined spaces, climbing, balancing on ladders, working at heights, and frequent to continuous lifting and carrying objects 50 pounds or over. Work requires the ability to abruptly perform maximum physical exertion without warm up and to sustain such exertion while wearing 45 pounds of protective gear. Work requires physical dexterity in the frequent and/or continuous use of hand-eye coordination and manipulative skills using finger, limbs, or body in the safe and/or productive operation of vehicles, equipment, machines and tools. Work requires the ability to push and pull fire hoses and ladders over rough surfaces, up and down inclines. Work requires working in restricted or confined positions, working with physical hindrances requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, crawling, and crouching for extended periods of time. Work requires ability to perceive and/or discriminate colors, sounds, odor, and depth. Work requires ability to verbally communicate, attend to tasks without distractions, reason effectively, use effective judgment, maintain alertness and awareness, perform multiple concurrent tasks, exercise memory, learn, manage stress, function as a team member, and operate office equipment.
An official application must be submitted online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville. The deadline to submit an application is October 22, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The Huntsville Fire and Rescue Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, military status, lawful political affiliation, or disability (except where physical ability is an essential bona fide occupational qualification).
APPLICATION PROCESS:
THE HUNTSVILLE FIRE AND RESCUE TRAINING DIVISION WILL CONDUCT A CPAT ORIENTATION. THE CPAT ORIENTATION IS MANDATORY. TENTATIVE CPAT ORIENTATION DATES WILL BE SCHEDULED THE WEEK OF November 02, 2026, AT THE PUBLIC SAFETY TRAINING ACADEMY LOCATED AT 5365 TRIANA BLVD, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35805. APPLICANTS ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE - THOSE WHO MEET THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST SELF-SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE MANDATORY CPAT ORIENTATION. THE DEADLINE TO SELF SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE MANDATORY CPAT ORIENTATION IS October 26, 2026, AT 8:00 A.M. APPLICANTS MAY SELF-SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT IMMEDIATELY AFTER SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION BY DOING THE FOLLOWING:
INSTRUCTIONS TO SELF SCHEDULE:
Log into GovernmentJobs.com click the "Your Account" or "Sign In" link
Log in as a Career Seeker
Click on your username in the upper right hand corner
Click the "application Status" link
Click the "Schedule Exam" link
Select the desired exam time and location
Click "Submit"
AT THE CPAT ORIENTATION, APPLICANTS MUST ARRIVE PRIOR TO THE SCHEDULED START TIME AND PRESENT A VALID U.S. DRIVERS LICENSE. APPLICANTS WHO ARRIVE LATE OR FAIL TO ATTEND THE MANDATORY CPAT ORIENTATION WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE ELIMINATED FROM THE HIRING PROCESS.
IN ADDITION, APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE A SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION PACKET AT THE TIME OF THE CPAT ORIENTATION. INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THE SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION PACKET, ALONG WITH THE SUBMISSION DEADLINE, SHALL BE PROVIDED BY THE FIRE & RESCUE ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENT.
AFTER ATTENDING THE MANDATORY CPAT ORIENTATION, APPLICANTS WILL BE GIVEN A WRITTEN EXAMINATION. THE TENTATIVE WRITTEN EXAMINATION DATES ARE TO BE SCHEDULED THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 16, 2026, AT THE Jaycee Building at John Hunt Park 2180 Airport Rd SW Huntsville, AL 35801 . APPLICANTS WHO ATTENDED THE MANDATORY CPAT ORIENTATION ARE ELIGIBLE TO TAKE THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION AND MUST SELF-SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION USING THE INSTRUCTIONS ABOVE. THE DEADLINE TO SELF-SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION IS November 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. IN ORDER TO TAKE THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION, APPLICANTS MUST PRESENT A VALID U.S. DRIVERS LICENSE. AGAIN, APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT ARRIVE PRIOR TO THE SCHEDULED START TIME OR FAIL TO TAKE THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE ELIMINATED FROM THE HIRING PROCESS.
BELOW IS A LINK TO PURCHASE AN NATIONAL FIREFIGHTER SELECTION TEST - EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE (NFST-EMS) ONLINE STUDY GUIDE AND ONLINE NFST-EMS PRACTICE EXAM. STUDY GUIDES AND PRACTICE EXAMS MAY BE PURCHASED DIRECTLY ONLINE FROM STANARD AND ASSOCIATES, INC. THE ONLINE STUDY GUIDE IS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE BY ALL APPLICANTS AT THE APPLICANTS EXPENSE OF $7.50 AND THE ONLINE NFST-EMS PRACTICE EXAM IS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE BY ALL APPLICANTS AT THE APPLICANTS EXPENSE OF $17.50.
https://www.applytoserve.com/Study/
APPLICANTS MUST PASS THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION WITH AN OVERALL MINIMUM SCORE OF 70 IN ORDER TO CONTINUE IN THE HIRING PROCESS. APPLICANTS WHO PASS THE WRITTEN EXAMINATION ARE ELIGIBLE TO TAKE THE CANDIDATE PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST (CPAT) AND MUST SELF SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT USING THE INSTRUCTIONS ABOVE. APPLICANTS WILL BE ABLE TO SELF-SCHEDULE FOR THE CPAT ONLY AFTER THEY HAVE PASSED THE WRITTEN EXAM. THE DEADLINE TO SELF-SCHEDULE FOR THE CPAT IS December 16, 2026.
ALL APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE NOTIFICATION OF THEIR TEST SCORES, AND CPAT TESTING (IF APPLICABLE) FROM HUMAN RESOURCES. APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT ARRIVE PRIOR TO THE SCHEDULED START TIME OR FAIL TO TAKE THE CPAT AS SCHEDULED WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE ELIMINATED FROM THE HIRING PROCESS. APPLICANTS, WHO ARE SUCCESSFUL IN THE PROCESS TO THIS POINT, WILL BE SUBJECTED TO A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.
Final selection will be conditional upon passing a background check, drug test and physical examination.
For more detailed information regarding Firefighter Hiring Procedures and particularly those pertaining to the oral interview, please see the attached Hiring Procedures approved on September 10, 2026.
Hiring Procedures must be downloaded using the following link:
https://www.huntsvilleal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/3093_001.pdf
THE PROJECTED DURATION OF THE SELECTION PROCESS MAY TAKE UP TO EIGHT MONTHS FROM THE APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE
High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or official high school transcript with posted graduation date from a public, private, church, or religious school or a home school program equivalent to the Alabama High School Diploma, as defined by the Alabama State Board of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency; 18 years of age, and must possess and maintain a valid U.S. drivers license. Applicants cannot have been convicted of a felony or convicted of a crime involving fire and/or explosion; or have been found guilty of a crime of moral turpitude or have engaged in immoral conduct which indicates an unfitness to discharge the duties of a Firefighter.
Necessary Special Requirements
All applicants hired must possess State of Alabama Firefighter I, II and Professional Firefighter Certifications at the time of employment or must obtain these certifications within three (3) months upon completion of the Fire Academy.
The requirement for the State of Alabama Firefighter II Certification may be waived if the applicant possess a valid Firefighter II Certification accredited by Pro Board or other nationally recognized accreditation organization accepted by Alabama Fire College.
All applicants hired must possess at the time of employment or must obtain within three (3) months upon completion of the Fire Academy, an Alabama Emergency Medical Technician- Basic certification and licensure and Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations certification. Maintaining the licensure and certifications are a required condition of employment. Emergency Medical Technician- Basic applicants may be licensed as Emergency Technician I (EMT), Advanced EMT, Intermediate EMT, or Paramedic.
Applicants May Obtain a Copy of the City of Huntsvilles EEOP Short Form Upon Request
The City of Huntsville offers a competitive benefits package for its regular, full-time employees, such as medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment, cancer, off-the-job accident, as well as annual leave, sick leave, holiday and retirement.
Below is a summary of the Citys benefit offerings:
The City of Huntsville offers a comprehensive benefit program to all full-time employees. For most benefits, a 30-day waiting period from date of eligibility will apply.
Medical Insurance
All eligible and ACA eligible employees may enroll in the City of Huntsville's group health plans administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama; Blue Card PPO and High Deductible PPO. Benefits include medical/surgical, prescription coverage, and more.
Mental Health/Substance Abuse
A mental health benefit and substance abuse program is offered through TELUS Health (formerly Behavioral Health Systems, Incorporated (BHS). These benefits are included as part of the group health plan. Services may be accessed by contacting TELUS Health. A designated Care Coordinator for the City of Huntsville can assist with referrals to network providers.
Dental Plan
The City offers a dental plan administered by Delta Dental Insurance Company to eligible full-time employees. This plan offers coverage for Preventive and Diagnostic Services, Basic and Major Services, and Orthodontic coverage (for dependent children under the age of 19.) A deductible of $50 per person, $150 per family/calendar year applies for Basic and Major Services. The deductible is waived for Diagnostic and Preventative services and an annual plan maximum of $2,000 per person. Orthodontics carries a $2,000/lifetime max/patient.
Vision Plan
The City's vision plan is offered and administered by Vision Service Plan (VSP). VSP provides vision benefits, co-pays for eye exams, frames, and eyeglass lenses, as applicable, and an allowance for contact lenses. The plan also offers exclusive Member Extras for additional savings.
Retirement
The City's retirement plan is administered by the Retirement System of Alabama (RSA). Participation is mandatory for all regular full and part-time employees. Employees contribute a percentage of their salary to the plan. The City contributes a percentage as determined by RSA.
Life Insurance
The City provides a $20,000 group life insurance policy to all full-time employees through Lincoln Financial Insurance Company. Eligible employees are covered after completing one full day of work and coverage is provided at no-cost to the employee. Additional benefits may apply in the event of accidental death or dismemberment.
Disability Insurance
The City provides a limited long term disability policy for eligible employees with one year of service, but less than ten years of service. There is no cost to the employee for this coverage. After ten years of service, disability benefits may be requested through the Retirement System of Alabama (RSA).
Voluntary Life / AD&D
The City offers eligible employees an optional voluntary term life insurance benefit. Employees may apply to purchase additional term life insurance for self, spouse, and eligible dependents. Guarantee issue amounts are available if voluntary life benefits are elected within 30 days of eligibility. Premiums for employee and spouse are based upon age. Child Life is a flat rate based on the level of coverage.
The City also offers an optional voluntary accidental death & dismemberment insurance plan. Employees may purchase insurance for self or family. The plans are administered by Lincoln Financial Insurance Company. Please refer to the plan summary for additional information.
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits
The City offers voluntary Cancer and Off-the-Job Accident plans administered by Allstate Benefits. The Cancer plan provides first occurrence, hospital confinement, radiation & chemotherapy, and other benefits. The Off-the-Job Accident plan provides benefits for injuries occurring off the job. Please refer to the brochures for an explanation of covered benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts
The City offers two flexible spending account options to assist with unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care expenses. These pre-taxed accounts require a qualifying receipt and may be reimbursed by mail or direct deposit. A pre-loaded debit card is available for enrollees in the medical account. The flexible spending accounts are administered by Health Equity/WageWorks.
Financial Wellness
The City provides a confidential financial wellness program through SmartDollar for all full-time employees. The program offers online tools and a step-by-step plan that is self-paced to help employees as they journey to reach their financial goals. There is no cost to the employee for participation.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
We know that dealing with day-to-day stresses can be distracting. The City provides a confidential EAP program to assist with life's stresses. EAP services may be coordinated through TELUS Health (formerly Behavioral Health Systems (BHS) or through the Employee Resources and Program Manager at the City's Health & Wellness Center. Resources may include substance abuse, grief and loss, marriage/family communication, managing stress and depression, parenting, and more. There is no waiting period for this benefit.
Health & Wellness Center
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The City's Health & Wellness Center is more than just a clinic. The Center provides cost-effective health care and on-line services at no cost to the individual. Open Monday through Saturday, the Center provides medical services including acute, primary, and preventive care, as well as annual physicals. The Center also offers routine blood work, immunizations, wellness coaching, chronic disease management, many generic medications dispensed on-site, and much more. If an onsite appointment isn't possible, Telehealth Services are available 24/7/365. All City employees, covered retirees, and covered dependents age 3 and above are eligible for services at the Center as well as telehealth services.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plans
The City provides two optional voluntary deferred compensation plans: RSA-1 (State of Alabama) and Nationwide Retirement Solutions. Employees may defer portions of salary for a later date, such as retirement. Please see the Payroll Division of the Finance Department for further details.
Sick Leave
Sick leave accrual is 4 hours per pay period for all eligible City employees. There is no accrual maximum for employee sick leave.
Annual Leave
Annual leave for eligible employees is accrued as follows: less than 10 years = 4 hours per pay period; 10 to 15 years = 5 hours per pay period; 15 to 20 years = 6 hours per pay period; 20 or more years = 7 hours per pay period. Employees may accrue and carry forward 260 hours (or the equivalent for fire suppression) to the next calendar year.
Military Leave
The City provides a military leave plan that pays regular salary for not more than twenty-one days per year. Also, employees called into active service may receive compensation in an amount equal to the difference in the lower military pay and the higher public employment salary as provided by City Council Ordinance.
Holidays
The City recognizes the following holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Two additional floating holidays may be declared each year at the discretion of the Mayor.
Longevity Pay
The City pays eligible employees compensation based upon the number of months of continuous regular full-time service as of October 1st of each year.
College 529 Savings Program
The City makes it easy for friends and family to give the gift of a college education. The 529 college savings program is administered by CollegeCounts, through payroll deduction, and offers tax advantages and other benefits.
Other Benefits
Please refer to the City of Huntsville Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual.
Disclosure:
The City offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees. The list above offers a summary of those benefits. The information is intended as a general reference and should in no way be construed as a promise or guarantee of employment or benefit coverage. Please refer to the appropriate Summary Plan Description (SPD) or contact the City of Huntsville Benefits Office for more details. If there is a conflict between this information and the actual plan document or policies, the plan documents or policies will always govern.
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Do you possess at a minimum a high school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or official high school transcript with posted graduation date from a public, private, church, or religious school or a home school program equivalent to the Alabama High School Diploma, as defined by the Alabama State Board of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency
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Are you at least 18 years of age?
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Do you possess a valid drivers license?
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If "yes" to question #3 , what is the expiration date? (Must be presented as mm/dd/yyyy)
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Do you acknowledge that you will be required to attend a mandatory CPAT orientation tentatively scheduled for the week of November 2, 2026, at the Public Safety Training Academy located at 5365 Triana Blvd Huntsville, Al 35805.
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Do you acknowledge that the deadline to self-schedule an appointment for the CPAT orientation is October 26, 2026, at 6pm?
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Do you understand that if you do not arrive prior to the scheduled start time or fail to attend the Mandatory CPAT Orientation you will automatically be eliminated from the hiring process?
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Do you acknowledge that applicants must self-schedule an appointment for the written examination AFTER attending the mandatory CPAT Orientation?
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Do you acknowledge that upon satisfying the attendance requirement for the mandatory CPAT orientation, applicants will be given a written examination tentatively scheduled for November 17, 18, 19, 2026 at the John Hunt Park JCs Building, Airport Rd, Huntsville, AL?
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Do you acknowledge that the deadline to self-schedule an appointment for the Written Test is November 9, 2026, at 6:00pm?
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Do you understand that if you do not arrive prior to the scheduled start time or fail to take or pass the written examination, you will automatically be eliminated from the hiring process?
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Do you acknowledge that applicants who pass the written examination and are therefore eligible to take the Candidate Physical Agility Test (CPAT) must self-schedule an appointment for the CPAT?
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Do you understand that if you do not arrive prior to the scheduled start time or fail to take the CPAT as scheduled, you will automatically be eliminated from the hiring process?
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Do you understand that you must possess State of Alabama Firefighter I & II Certifications at the time of employment or must obtain these certifications within three (3) months upon completion of the Fire Academy?
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Do you understand that you must possess at the time of employment or must obtain within three (3) months of employment, an Alabama Emergency Medical Technician-Basic certification? Emergency Medical Technician- Basic applicants may be licensed as Emergency Medical Technician I (EMT), Advance EMT, Intermediate EMT, or Paramedic.
Required Question
Employer City of Huntsville
Address 305 Fountain Circle
City Hall-2nd Floor
Huntsville, Alabama, 35801
Phone (256) 427-5240