FIREFIGHTER (FIRE RECRUIT)

DescriptionWE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENTIN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION. The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today.

Torrance Fire Department (TFD) invites you to apply for a rewarding and satisfying career in public service as a FIREFIGHTER! Join a public safety department that prides itself as an integral part of the Torrance community. Torrance Fire Department (TFD) is dedicated to protecting and providing for life safety, environmental protection, and property conservation through education, hazard reduction, and emergency response. The Torrance Fire Department is a nationally recognized ISO Class 1 premier all-risk public safety organization and a Center for Public Safety (CPSE) Accredited Agency.

The City of Torrance takes great pride in the quality of its staff, stations, and equipment. The Department provides 24-hour "all-risk" safety service by staffing seven engine companies, two truck companies, five paramedic rescue units, and a Basic Life Support Ambulance service. These resources are geographically distributed throughout the City's six fire stations and are commanded by a shift Battalion Chief. The same personnel and apparatus are available to respond to all other types of emergency incidents. Cross discipline of these resources gives us a rapid response to all types of incidents throughout the City.

For more information about the duties of the Fire Recruit position, click here, or the Firefighter position, click here. The title of Fire Recruit is utilized during the 10 week Torrance Fire Department training program. The salary during the 10 week training program is $7,891. 87/month. Upon successful completion of the training program, the Fire Recruit will transition to the position of Firefighter. The training program will begin in February 2026. QUALIFICATION GUIDELINESAge: Must be 21 years of age. Smoking: Must be a non-smoker; smoking on/off duty is prohibited. EMT: Candidates must possess a current CA EMT-1 certification. Education:

Equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by college level coursework and/or specialized training in fire science. Completion of a State of California Fire Academy or possession of a California Fire Fighter-1 Certification. Industrial, wildland or military fire-fighting experience is highly desirable. License: Valid driver's license. Must obtain a Firefighter Restricted Class C License prior to the completion of probation. Medical: Must meet NFPA Standard 1582, "Medical Requirements for Firefighters". In addition to the minimum requirements, the certification/training listed below is highly desirable:

Possession of a valid Paramedic License (Los Angeles County preferred) or completion of a paramedic school;Experience as a volunteer or auxiliary Firefighter or Ambulance Operator;Certification such as Rescue Systems 1 & 2, HazMat First Responder, and other fire courses offered through the State Fire Marshal's Office or an accredited college or university;Low Angle Rope Rescue Operation (LARRO). Paramedics are highly desirable. How To Apply & Exam ProcessInterested candidates must submit an online City of Torrance application, supplemental questionnaire, and physical ability certification at www. TorranceCA. Gov/Jobs. Application filing period will close on Sunday, August 17, 2025.

The testing process will consist of a written test (40%) and a panel interview (60%). Written Test: The written test (FireTEAM) is administered through National Testing Network (NTN). FireTEAM Scores must be submitted through NTN during the application filing period which starts Monday, July 21, 2025 and will close Sunday, August 17, 2025. Scores will only be accepted through NTN. For more information regarding the FireTEAM testing process through NTN, go to https: //www. nationaltestingnetwork. com/publicsafetyjobs/. You must pass the written test in order for your application to be reviewed.

After review of the application packets received, only those candidates whose training and experience best meet the City and Department's needs as defined by the candidate profile will be invited to participate in the testing process. Panel Interview: Tentatively scheduled August 26-28, 2025. The interview process will be conducted in-person. Physical Ability Certification: A current CPAT or Biddle standardized physical abilities certification is required of all candidates and must be dated within one year of August 17, 2025. Certification must be current throughout the complete examination and Fire Department hiring process.

YOU MUST ATTACH AND SUBMIT A CPAT OR BIDDLE AT TIME OF APPLICATION. SPECIAL NOTESSuccessful candidates must qualify in a Department interview(s), background investigation (including polygraph), psychological exam, and medical exam prior to selection. Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the examination date(s). Visit www. TorranceCA. Gov to find out more information about our community. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

City of Torrance Inclusion StatementThe City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!Benefit Summary For Police And Fire TraineesNote: Not all benefits listed may be applicable to all positions with in the unit. Please refer to the MOU for specifics.

Health Insurance (Sec. 3. 1)The City's monthly contribution for health insurance is as follows: Employee Only Employee +1 Employee +2597. 68 1140. 36 1595. 96Bereavement Leave (Sec. 3. 3)Up to five (5) working days without pay (Additional leave without pay may be granted for out of state death). Vacation and Sick Leave (Sec 3. 5)Employees within this group do not receive vacation or sick leave benefits while so employed. Retirement (Sec. 3. 6)PERS 2%@55Employees hired prior to 01/01/2013, pay 7% EPMC*Employer Paid Member Contribution (EPMC) PERS 2%@62 "New members" hired on or after 1/01/2013 pay 50% of normal cost with three year average final compensation.

01The following supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Resumes are encouraged but will NOT be used in lieu of the application or supplemental questions. Please read each question carefully and provide a thorough and complete response. Do NOT state "see resume" or "see application" to respond to any of the following questions. Failure to respond to all questions will be considered an incomplete application and may not be considered for further processing.

Do you understand the foregoing?YesNo02I UNDERSTAND that I am required to describe IN DETAIL my qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application. In addition to including my qualifying experience, I UNDERSTAND that I should list ALL JOBS, regardless of duration, including part-time jobs, military service and any volunteer experience during my entire work history. I UNDERSTAND that when providing my work history, ALL DATES should be UPDATED, starting with my most recent job.

I UNDERSTAND that answers that I provide to the supplemental questions should be reflected in the Work Experience Section of my application. I UNDERSTAND that if I am currently employed by the City of Torrance, I MUST provide my appropriate job classification/title and provide a description of my duties in the Work Experience Section of my application. I have read these statements in their entirety and understand them completely and to their fullest. YesNo03Have you completed a Fire Academy?Yesin ProgressNo04Provide the name of Academy if answered yes or in progress.

05If in progress, provide anticipated Academy completion date (mo/yr). 06Do you have a Fire Fighter 1 Certification?YesNo07Do you have a current EMT-1 Certification?YesNo08If yes, please list any agencies you have been employed and the dates of employment. If no, please type N/A. 09Have you completed training as a Paramedic?YesIn ProgressNo10If in progress, when will you complete the training? If checked yes/no, please type N/A. 11Do you have a Paramedic License?YesIn ProgressNo12If yes, list the County/State that issued the Paramedic License and the effective date (month/year).

If in progress, when will you obtain your Paramedic License (month/year)? If no, please type N/A. 13Do you have experience as a paramedic?YesNo14If yes, list agency and dates of employment (month/year). If no, type N/A. 15Do you have experience as a Torrance Fire Department Auxiliary Firefighter?YesNo16If yes, list dates of experience/employment (month/year)? If no, type N/A.

17Do you have experience as a volunteer, Explorer, Cadet or Auxiliary Firefighter with another agency?YesNo18If yes, list Title of Position, Agency & dates of experience/employment (include # of hours and/or shifts worked). If no, type N/A. 19Have you obtained additional certification related to the position of Firefighter?NoneRescue SystemsHazMatCPRFirst AidOther20If checked other certification, please list. 21Do you have a valid Firefighter Restricted Class B or C license?YesNo22I understand I am required to submit the PAT certification to remain in the hiring process. The CPAT or Biddle certification is attached to my application.

I am not able to submit my CPAT or Biddle with the application, however I will email the certification to jobinfo@torranceca. gov. I am scheduled to take the CPAT or Biddle no later than September 1, 2025. Required Question