04/08/2025
Come work with us! For anyone who's ever thought about becoming a firefighter, we've scheduled the written test that's required of potential candidates for Saturday, June 21, 2025. Advance registration is required by 5 p.m. Thursday, June 5. Why is this a big deal? Because of state rules for fire department recruiting, this test is only offered about once every year or two.
🔥 Our department is staffed by firefighter/paramedics who earn between $84,712 and $94,653 (after probationary period).
🔥 We offer paid vacation, holidays, sick time and personal time.
🔥 Education stipends, longevity pay and tuition assistance are available.
🔥 Employee medical, dental and vision are 100% paid; positions include the Downstate Article 4 Firefighter pension.
🔥 HIRING BONUS: $5,000 for paramedic, $5,000 for IFSI Fire Academy.
Requirements: high school diploma, age 21 or older at time of hire, ability to pass the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT), U.S. citizenship.
What are you waiting for? Find details about the hiring process and a link to register at: cityofedwardsville.com/firejobs
