Westchester, IL Fire Department

Job Description

Firefighter Minimum Requirements:

• $25 non-refundable application fee;
• S. Citizen;
• Valid driver’s license (valid Illinois driver’s license also due at time of hire);
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Must be at least 21 years of age and under 35 years of age at time of application deadline (5/10/2021), unless exempt by applicable state law;
• Must provide proof of successful completion of the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) with Ladder Climb Certification conducted by a licensed agency within 12 months immediately prior to written exam date (6/12/2020- 6/12/2021);
• Valid Illinois Department of Public Health Paramedic license at time of hire.
• Complete and submit the Reimbursement Agreement for Training Costs and Expenses as well as the additional release forms/waivers and online application by 4:00 PM on Monday, May 10, 2021