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Firefighter Job Qualifications

  • High School Graduate or completion of General Education Certificate (GED)

  • Valid Driver's License and positive record (Driving records will be checked in all 50 States)

  • Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

  • Be at least 18 years of age

  • Candidates must meet or exceed established standards throughout a comprehensive testing and pre-employment process, which includes the following steps.
  • Washington State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification required upon final hire. Not required to apply.
Last Modified:   October 23, 2007

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