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Summary
JFRD Fire Apprentice Program
JFRD's Apprentice Program will prepare the applicant for the next steps required to become a state-certified Emergency Medical Technician/Firefighter. This will be accomplished through courses offered at Florida State College at Jacksonville's Fire Academy of the South. 100% tuition assistance will be provided to eligible candidates to cover the cost of these college level courses.
Open Requirements/Supplemental Information
- You must attend a JFRD Fire Apprentice Open House in order for your application to be considered
- Must live in Duval County
- Must be 17-21 years old
- Parent/guardian (if under 18) must provide signed consent
- Must be high school graduate or equivalent
- Must pass a health examination and Pre-Physical Agility Test (Pre-PAT)
- Must pass a background screening
- Must pass a drug screening
- Must submit immunization records
- Must submit a good driving record
- Must meet GPA requirements
- Must successfully complete an Oral Interview
- Must provide a written essay at Oral Interview
ONLINE APPLICATION REQUIRED. Apply at www.jacksonville.gov/jobs.
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Job Description
JFRD Fire Apprentice Program
JFRD's Apprentice Program will prepare the applicant for the next steps required to become a state-certified Emergency Medical Technician/Firefighter. This will be accomplished through courses offered at Florida State College at Jacksonville's Fire Academy of the South. 100% tuition assistance will be provided to eligible candidates to cover the cost of these college level courses.
Open Requirements/Supplemental Information
- You must attend a JFRD Fire Apprentice Open House in order for your application to be considered
- Must live in Duval County
- Must be 17-21 years old
- Parent/guardian (if under 18) must provide signed consent
- Must be high school graduate or equivalent
- Must pass a health examination and Pre-Physical Agility Test (Pre-PAT)
- Must pass a background screening
- Must pass a drug screening
- Must submit immunization records
- Must submit a good driving record
- Must meet GPA requirements
- Must successfully complete an Oral Interview
- Must provide a written essay at Oral Interview
ONLINE APPLICATION REQUIRED. Apply at www.jacksonville.gov/jobs.
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