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Burbank Fire Department Holding Firefighter and Paramedic Exam

Burbank opening eligibility list for firefighters and paramedics Jan. 13 through Jan. 31.

The Burbank Fire Department announced that it will hold a firefighter/paramedic exam to establish an eligibility list for filling future departmental vacancies in 2014.

Applications will be made available starting at 9 a.m. Monday, Jan. 13, and returned no later than 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31.

The applications for the eligibility list can be picked up in the fire chief’s office at the Burbank Fire Department located at 6530 West 79th St., in Burbank. There is a $50 non-refundable application fee.

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To qualify, candidates must meet the following requirements:

  • 21 to 35 years old

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  • U.S. citizen

  • Read, write and speak English

  • Possess a valid driver’s license

  • Provide a high school diploma or GED certificate

  • Have a current C.P.A.T. card (12 months of issued date)

  • Certificate from the Office of the State Fire Marshall Basic Firefighter (Firefighter II Level) and a certified paramedic license.

  • All of the above qualifications must be met at the time of application.

    All applicants are required to attend an orientation meeting to be held on Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. at a location to be announced.

    The City of Burbank is an equal opportunity employer.


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