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Johnson City Fire Department
Johnson City, TN · Washington County
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Department careers page ↗The Johnson City Fire Department is a full-time career agency in northeast Tennessee with over 138 members, 123 of whom staff fire suppression, hazardous-materials, and medical first-response operations. Crews work across three shifts, with roughly 41 firefighters on duty during each 24-hour period.
The department operates nine fire stations and a fleet that includes nine pumpers, three ladder trucks, and two district-chief command vehicles.
Beyond the city's 73,000-plus residents, the department serves a daytime population that swells with nearly 14,000 East Tennessee State University students, more than 400 Veterans Affairs Mountain Home residents, and thousands of daily commuters.
The department frames its work around a "HELP" set of core values: Honesty, Empathy, Loyalty, and Professionalism.
Missionto be the all-hazards provider to the citizens and visitors through prevention, preparedness, and emergency response
The first step to becoming a Johnson City firefighter is registering for and passing the Firefighter Examination during an announced registration window, followed by a candidate physical ability test. Applications are handled through the city's ApplicantPro job portal, and open firefighter postings appear there when a hiring process is active.
New hires who pass the process complete 12 weeks of paid training through the Northeast Regional Fire Training School before being assigned to one of the department's three shifts. Prospective candidates can reach the city's Talent Acquisition and Retention Specialist for details on upcoming exams and requirements.
Requirements
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or GED
- No felony convictions
- Valid driver's license with no suspensions in the past 24 months
- Pass the Firefighter Examination
- Pass the candidate physical ability test
Hiring process
- Register for the Firefighter Examination during an announced registration window
- Pass the Firefighter Examination
- Complete the candidate physical ability test
- Apply through the city's ApplicantPro job portal when a firefighter posting is open
- Complete 12 weeks of paid training at the Northeast Regional Fire Training School
- Receive assignment to one of three shifts
Benefits
Firefighter trainees receive 12 weeks of paid training through the Northeast Regional Fire Training School before being assigned to a shift.
New firefighters complete 12 weeks of paid training at the Northeast Regional Fire Training School.
What are the basic requirements to become a Johnson City firefighter?
You must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, have no felony convictions, and hold a valid driver's license with no suspensions in the past 24 months.
How do I apply?
Register for and pass the Firefighter Examination during an announced registration window, complete the candidate physical ability test, and apply through the city's ApplicantPro job portal when a firefighter posting is open.
Is there paid training or an academy?
Yes. New firefighters complete 12 weeks of paid training through the Northeast Regional Fire Training School before being assigned to a shift.
What is the work schedule?
Firefighters work 24-hour shifts across three shifts (platoons), with about 41 firefighters on duty each 24-hour period.
Who can I contact about firefighter hiring?
Juan G Cardona Santiago, the city's Talent Acquisition and Retention Specialist, can be reached at 423-434-5972.