
The Cape Coral Fire Department is NOT currently hiring firefighters.
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Minimum Requirements
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High school diploma or GED
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Valid driver's license (must obtain a valid Florida driver's license within 30-days of hire)
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State of Florida Firefighter II certification
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State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic certification
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A passing score on an International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) endorsed Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT). The CCFD is not offering the CPAT at this time.
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Proof of passing score must be attached electronically within the application at the time of submission.
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A letter or certificate is acceptable.
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The CPAT must have been completed within one (1) year of the job posting date.
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Military and Out-of-State Firefighters. Please click HERE for an important message on Florida Firefighter Equivalency Requirements for out of state and DoD/Military Firefighters.
Testing Process
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Written test
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Oral interviews
A calculation of these assessments will determine eligibility list for hire.
Hiring Process
Selected candidates will receive a conditional offer of employment, contingent upon the following:
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Background check (includes fingerprinting)
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Psychological assessment
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Polygraph testing
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Medical physical exam (includes drug screening)
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Swim test