Firefighter 3/C Cadet

About the Role

The Firefighter 3/C (cadet) will be trained and educated by members of the Albuquerque Fire Rescue Training Division to acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties of a Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician. Successful completion of the Fire Academy will provide the opportunity to serve the citizens of Albuquerque as a Firefighter.

This is a safety-sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job Descriptions

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential Functions

• Learn the policies, procedures, guidelines, rules, and regulations of both the City of Albuquerque and Albuquerque Fire Rescue.
• Learn standard operating guidelines and protocols pertaining to suppression firefighting, wildland firefighting, delivery of emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, technical rescue response, incident command, and safety.
• Meet all training expectations needed to complete the 19 week (for current State or National Registry EMT-B or higher) or 28 week (for non-EMT) Fire Academy as a Firefighter II certified by the State of New Mexico.
• Meet all academic and physical fitness standards established by Albuquerque Fire Rescue.

Minimum Education, Experience, and Additional Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years of age by the academy start date
• If a Veteran, must submit an Honorable Discharge, or General Discharge under Honorable Conditions, as stipulated on your DD-214.
• Must be a United States Citizen or Legal Resident
• Must possess a valid driver's license (out-of-state applicants must obtain a New Mexico driver's license within 30 days of being hired)
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Class E New Mexico driver's license (within 30 days of graduation of the academy)
• All cadets that do not hold an EMT License, will be provided EMT Basic License training and be required to successfully complete the course and obtain New Mexico State License.
• Must have a valid CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) Certificate.
• If applicants are not New Mexico Licensed but are Nationally Registered EMT and/or Paramedics, they will be required to complete the reciprocity process and acquire a State of New Mexico EMT license prior to graduation from the academy.
• Males under the age of 25 must be registered for Selective Service.

Preferred Training, Licenses, and Certificates

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic, Intermediate/Advanced or Paramedic License
• International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) Fire Fighter 1 and/or 2 Certification
• Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certification

Selection Process

• Must pass the Fire Rescue Cadet Written Examination
• Must pass the Structured Oral Interview
• Must pass the City of Albuquerque medical examination and drug screening
• Must pass a comprehensive background check

Working Conditions

• Intense 19 or 28 week firefighter and emergency medical technician training academy
• 40 hour work week, Monday through Friday, 0800-1700, with some exceptions
• Indoor and outdoor work performance in hot, cold, windy, dark, smoky, confined spaces, elevated heights, and other environments
• Exposure to heavy and powerful equipment, sharp objects, uneven and slippery surfaces