City of Goodyear
About the Position
The City of Goodyear is currently recruiting for the position of Recruit Firefighter. Recruit Firefighters will attend a regional fire academy where they will learn, practice, and be evaluated on the essential duties required of a Firefighter. This comprehensive training program prepares new recruits for the physical, technical, and interpersonal demands of the profession.
Training During the academy, Recruit Firefighters receive instruction and hands‑on experience in:
Firefighting tactics and operational procedures
Emergency medical services
Fire code enforcement and fire prevention practices
Rescue and salvage operations
Public education and community engagement
Physical fitness and wellness
Additional specialized topics essential to fire service operations
Promotion Upon successful completion of the regional fire academy, recruits are promoted to the classification of
Firefighter
and assigned to operational shifts within the Goodyear Fire Department.
Compensation
Recruit Pay:
$29.55/hour (40‑hour workweek during 14‑week fire academy)
Post‑Academy Pay:
$23.03/hour (56‑hour workweek after promotion to Firefighter)
Day‑rate structure is calculated using 3,054 annual hours with the formula: Day Rate = Staff Hourly Wage × (3,054 ÷ 2,080) which ensures consistent compensation alignment between 40‑hour and 56‑hour positions.
Minimum Requirements
18 years of age
Valid driver’s license
High School Diploma or GED
Current Arizona State Certified Emergency Medical Care Technician (EMCT) or Paramedic
Applicants applying from out of state must hold an active National Registered EMT or Paramedic (NREMT) certification and obtain Arizona EMCT or Paramedic certification through the reciprocity process prior to official hire date. Proof of an active NREMT certification must be uploaded with the application.
Current CPAT
completed within the last year (January 12, 2025 – January 12, 2026)
Exception: Full‑time firefighters currently employed by a Phoenix Automatic‑Aid consortium fire department who attended a regionally accredited training academy are not required to complete a CPAT test.
Public Safety Answers written test and virtual interview
Completed through Public Safety Answers and must be submitted prior to the application deadline.
Public Safety Answers Requirements
The Goodyear Fire Department uses Public Safety Answers for the written examination and virtual interview components.
Both must be completed before applications close on January 12, 2026.
To schedule your exam, visit https://www.publicsafetyanswers.com/goodyear
Examination Process
Public Safety Answers written exam
Public Safety Answers virtual interview
Practical evaluation
In‑person interview
Background investigation
Psychological examination
Medical examination
Hiring Process Requirements
Submit an application with the City of Goodyear.
Submit an application with Public Safety Answers.
Complete the Public Safety Answers written test.
Record and submit virtual interview responses through Public Safety Answers.
Applicants who successfully pass the initial stages will be invited to participate in the Recruit Firefighter Assessment.
Recruit Firefighter Assessment
Mandatory Orientation – February 6, 2026 (17:00–21:00)
Hands‑On Assessment Day – February 7 or 8, 2026 (full‑day session)
Active participation in all assessment components is required.
Candidates who advance beyond the assessment will be scheduled for a final interview with the Fire Chief.
Candidate Profile The ideal candidate demonstrates commitment, integrity, and dedication to service. Candidates should have a passion for serving the community, embody the values of courage, compassion and professionalism, and thrive in team environments that rely on unity and cooperation. They should be focused on excellence and prepared to undergo rigorous training and development to ensure readiness to respond to emergencies and protect lives and property.
Core Values Employees are valued as the organization’s greatest asset. Recruits will join a dedicated team committed to learning, growth, employee development, and career building. Successful employees embody the city’s six core values: integrity, initiative, empathy, optimism, innovation and adaptability.
Application Communication Only a limited number of the most qualified applicants meeting the City's requirements will be invited for an interview. All communication regarding application status and interview notifications will be sent via email – please monitor your junk/spam email for communication as it will come from a system‑generated source.
Additional Responsibilities This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following functions do not identify all duties performed by the incumbent. Other duties and responsibilities will be performed as assigned.
Respond to emergency calls and perform emergency medical service by responding to emergency fire calls, using various equipment and gear for fire suppression and control, searching for and rescuing occupants, ventilating structures, salvaging contents, applying water and chemicals to fires and administering medications and IVs to injured persons.
Respond to non‑emergency calls by performing snake removal, replacing smoke detector batteries, assisting invalids and checking hydrants.
Educate the public and enforce fire code by inspecting buildings and property, investigating complaints, participating in fire drills, conducting tours of station and making school presentations.
Maintain the station, vehicles and equipment and complete other duties by cleaning the house and grounds, testing station generator, cleaning supplies, preparing reports, ordering supplies, processing paperwork, updating maps, participating on teams and conducting reserve firefighter training.
Additional Certifications and Evaluations
Successfully complete firefighter recruit training at an accredited regional fire academy
Obtain Firefighter I & II certification through the Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence
Obtain Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations certification through the Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence
Successfully pass 9‑month evaluations
Successfully complete the Trial Period Firefighter Task Book
Attend Goodyear’s Employee Orientation
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Training During the academy, Recruit Firefighters receive instruction and hands‑on experience in:
Firefighting tactics and operational procedures
Emergency medical services
Fire code enforcement and fire prevention practices
Rescue and salvage operations
Public education and community engagement
Physical fitness and wellness
Additional specialized topics essential to fire service operations
Promotion Upon successful completion of the regional fire academy, recruits are promoted to the classification of
Firefighter
and assigned to operational shifts within the Goodyear Fire Department.
Compensation
Recruit Pay:
$29.55/hour (40‑hour workweek during 14‑week fire academy)
Post‑Academy Pay:
$23.03/hour (56‑hour workweek after promotion to Firefighter)
Day‑rate structure is calculated using 3,054 annual hours with the formula: Day Rate = Staff Hourly Wage × (3,054 ÷ 2,080) which ensures consistent compensation alignment between 40‑hour and 56‑hour positions.
Minimum Requirements
18 years of age
Valid driver’s license
High School Diploma or GED
Current Arizona State Certified Emergency Medical Care Technician (EMCT) or Paramedic
Applicants applying from out of state must hold an active National Registered EMT or Paramedic (NREMT) certification and obtain Arizona EMCT or Paramedic certification through the reciprocity process prior to official hire date. Proof of an active NREMT certification must be uploaded with the application.
Current CPAT
completed within the last year (January 12, 2025 – January 12, 2026)
Exception: Full‑time firefighters currently employed by a Phoenix Automatic‑Aid consortium fire department who attended a regionally accredited training academy are not required to complete a CPAT test.
Public Safety Answers written test and virtual interview
Completed through Public Safety Answers and must be submitted prior to the application deadline.
Public Safety Answers Requirements
The Goodyear Fire Department uses Public Safety Answers for the written examination and virtual interview components.
Both must be completed before applications close on January 12, 2026.
To schedule your exam, visit https://www.publicsafetyanswers.com/goodyear
Examination Process
Public Safety Answers written exam
Public Safety Answers virtual interview
Practical evaluation
In‑person interview
Background investigation
Psychological examination
Medical examination
Hiring Process Requirements
Submit an application with the City of Goodyear.
Submit an application with Public Safety Answers.
Complete the Public Safety Answers written test.
Record and submit virtual interview responses through Public Safety Answers.
Applicants who successfully pass the initial stages will be invited to participate in the Recruit Firefighter Assessment.
Recruit Firefighter Assessment
Mandatory Orientation – February 6, 2026 (17:00–21:00)
Hands‑On Assessment Day – February 7 or 8, 2026 (full‑day session)
Active participation in all assessment components is required.
Candidates who advance beyond the assessment will be scheduled for a final interview with the Fire Chief.
Candidate Profile The ideal candidate demonstrates commitment, integrity, and dedication to service. Candidates should have a passion for serving the community, embody the values of courage, compassion and professionalism, and thrive in team environments that rely on unity and cooperation. They should be focused on excellence and prepared to undergo rigorous training and development to ensure readiness to respond to emergencies and protect lives and property.
Core Values Employees are valued as the organization’s greatest asset. Recruits will join a dedicated team committed to learning, growth, employee development, and career building. Successful employees embody the city’s six core values: integrity, initiative, empathy, optimism, innovation and adaptability.
Application Communication Only a limited number of the most qualified applicants meeting the City's requirements will be invited for an interview. All communication regarding application status and interview notifications will be sent via email – please monitor your junk/spam email for communication as it will come from a system‑generated source.
Additional Responsibilities This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following functions do not identify all duties performed by the incumbent. Other duties and responsibilities will be performed as assigned.
Respond to emergency calls and perform emergency medical service by responding to emergency fire calls, using various equipment and gear for fire suppression and control, searching for and rescuing occupants, ventilating structures, salvaging contents, applying water and chemicals to fires and administering medications and IVs to injured persons.
Respond to non‑emergency calls by performing snake removal, replacing smoke detector batteries, assisting invalids and checking hydrants.
Educate the public and enforce fire code by inspecting buildings and property, investigating complaints, participating in fire drills, conducting tours of station and making school presentations.
Maintain the station, vehicles and equipment and complete other duties by cleaning the house and grounds, testing station generator, cleaning supplies, preparing reports, ordering supplies, processing paperwork, updating maps, participating on teams and conducting reserve firefighter training.
Additional Certifications and Evaluations
Successfully complete firefighter recruit training at an accredited regional fire academy
Obtain Firefighter I & II certification through the Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence
Obtain Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations certification through the Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence
Successfully pass 9‑month evaluations
Successfully complete the Trial Period Firefighter Task Book
Attend Goodyear’s Employee Orientation
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