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Firefighter Recruit

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ORANGE CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT
300 EAST CHAPMAN AVENUE
ORANGE, CALIFORNIA 92866
(714)744-7255
http://www.cityoforange.org
 

Updated: September 15, 2025

 

JOIN THE ORANGE CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT AS A FIREFIGHTER!

 

The Orange City Fire Department is seeking qualified candidates who are prepared for a long-term career in the fire service. Ideal candidates will possess excellent interpersonal and mechanical skills, have a strong commitment to community involvement, and have a good understanding of teaching techniques. The City anticipates filling several vacancies from the eligibility list established by this recruitment, with successful candidates attending an Orange City Fire Department Recruit Academy beginning on February 9, 2026.

 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT TIMELINE

-Panel Interview: Week of October 13, 2025
-Chief's Selection Interview: Week of October 20, 2025
-Background Investigation Process November - December 2025
-Orange City Fire Department Recruit Academy Begins: February 9, 2026

 

APPLICATION AND TESTING PROCEDURE INFORMATION

Applications will only be accepted online. Candidates will be required to visit the City website by clicking here to find the Firefighter recruitment and complete the online application in full, including your entire job history.  

It is important that you read and become familiar with the instructions in this job posting. The application must be completed in its entirety.  If a field in the application or supplemental questionnaire section does not apply to you, then type "N/A" in that particular field.  No field of the employment application should be left blank.

Incomplete applications, or applications/résumés addressed to other fire agencies/jurisdictions, will result in disqualification.

 

Examples of Duties:

The following duties represent the principal job duties; however, they are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Duties may include, but are not limited to , the following: Respond to fire alarms and other emergency calls; perform firefighting and search and rescue duties; administer first aid; inspect structures; perform maintenance duties on station and equipment; respond to non-emergency calls; operate vehicles, aerial apparatus tiller, other fire apparatus, tools and equipment related to firefighting; must climb or work on ladders or high places; inspect and maintain equipment, tools and apparatus; participate in continuing instruction and training programs; assist in organizing and implementing training sessions and drills assist in performing inspections of commercial and industrial structures for pre-fire planning and fire prevention purposes; perform public relations activities involving fore station tours and public/private school fire prevention activities; perform other duties as required.

Typical Qualification:

Knowledge of:
Principles, practice and procedures of modern firefighting, fire apparatus, equipment, tools, devices, facilities and their proper use, advanced first aid, CPR, and other medical assistance techniques.

Ability to:
Learn to understand and act in accordance with departmental policies, rules, and instructions in the field of firefighting; Learn to apply fire fighting techniques and procedures; Demonstrate mechanical aptitude as required in the operation of fire fighting equipment; Demonstrate physical aptitude; Learn the layout of the City's water main system and street numbering system; Retain presence of mind in emergency situations; Think and act quickly and effectively in emergencies; Understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately; Perform heavy lifting and physical maneuvering; Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work,: Operate fire and other emergency apparatus and equipment effectively ad safely; Analyze fire and other emergency situation accurately and take effective action; Follow directions and orders of superiors quickly in emergency situations; Read, understand, interpret and apply departmental policies, rules, laws, and ordinances pertaining to fire suppression, prevention, and investigation work; Establish and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with superiors and other employees in emergency and non-emergency situations; Speak clearly and give direction to members of the public; Write legibly in English; Carry out a conditioning program to maintain good physical fitness; Operate and maintain voice radio equipment.
 

REQUIREMENTS

Age:

  • Minimum of 18 years of age at time of application submission.

Education and Training:

  • High school diploma, or equivalent.
  • Completion of a State of California Certified Firefighter Academy or California State Firefighter 1 Certificate.

Licenses and Certificates:

  • Valid California Driver's license.  Must obtain California Class C Driver's License with Firefighter endorsement by the end of 1-year probationary period and maintain throughout employment.
  • Valid State of California EMT-1 certification or California EMT-P license. (Note: National Registry is not accepted.)
  • Valid CPR certification.
  • If hired, must obtain and maintain current Orange County Emergency Medical Services Agency Expanded Scope Accreditation.  (Additional information regarding California EMT-1 and EMT-P certification/licensure can be found by clicking here.)
  • California CPAT or Biddle certification dated within the twelve (12) months prior to the closing date of recruitment.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Bilingual skills (English/Spanish).

California EMT-P license.