Fire Cadet

Summary

Fire Cadet Position

The test date is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 8:30 am at the Downtown Event Centre, 700 Crockett Street, Beaumont, TX 77701 (MUST PRESENT A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE AT THE TEST LOCATION). The test will be cognitive skills only (No fire or EMS knowledge assumed).

Upon the City of Beaumont's receipt of your application, further information regarding the testing process will be sent to you via the email address you provided on your application. If your email address has changed, it is your responsibility to update your applicant profile with the appropriate changes. If applicants have any other questions, call Rachel Edwards at (409) 880-3114 or email at rachel.edwards@beaumonttexas.gov or Abreya Banks at (409) 880-3727 or email at abreya.banks@beaumonttexas.gov.

This position requires 100% on-site work. Applicant selected for hire shall be subject to drug/alcohol screen test, polygraph, and physical/psychological examination. Must possess a valid Class C driver's license with a good driving record. Other state valid Driver's license equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver's license. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test.

The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704.

SALARY: Fire Cadets will be sworn employees and earn $4,000 per month while enrolled in the Fire Cadet Program. Also, Fire Cadets will be required to enter into a Fire Cadet Training Agreement. Upon successful completion of the academy and State Licensing Exam, salary is increased to current grade I salary per year. The City provides employee health insurance, dental insurance for employee and/or dependent(s). See current rates in the Human Resources Department for health and dental insurance.

Written Exam Description: The exam is multiple choice and covers reading comprehension, grammar syntax, punctuation, spelling, vocabulary, arithmetic, and differential decision making. Time Limit: Three (3) hours. You must obtain a score of at least 70 on the multiple-choice portion of the exam in order to move forward to the physical portion of the testing.

Physical Ability Test Description: Must pass a strength and agility test and physical examination (see below for requirements).

Physical Fitness Assessment:

• Perform 1 Minute Sit-Up Test [Minimum 26 sit-ups]
• Recover 5 minutes
• Perform 300 Meter Run [Time Limit 81 seconds]
• Recover 5 minutes
• Perform 1 Minute Push-Up Test [Minimum 20 push-ups]
• Recover 5 Minutes
• Perform 1.5 Mile Run Test [Time Limit 16:39]
• Aerial Ladder Climb [100' at a 75-degree angle]

THIS IS A PASS/FAIL TEST, WITH NO REPEAT SKILLS

Applicant Screening Packet: The Applicant Screening Packet will be used as a basis for a background investigation that will determine your eligibility for employment as a firefighter with the City of Beaumont.

• It is important that you read the instructions carefully before completing the book.
• Legibly and neatly print your application using ink.
• You will be advised when to turn in the completed Applicant Screening Packet after you have been tested.
• If you need additional space for your answers, attach a separate 8 1/2" x 11" sheet of paper using the same number and section title corresponding to the question being answered.

Job Description

Fire Cadet Position

The test date is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 8:30 am at the Downtown Event Centre, 700 Crockett Street, Beaumont, TX 77701 (MUST PRESENT A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE AT THE TEST LOCATION). The test will be cognitive skills only (No fire or EMS knowledge assumed).

Upon the City of Beaumont's receipt of your application, further information regarding the testing process will be sent to you via the email address you provided on your application. If your email address has changed, it is your responsibility to update your applicant profile with the appropriate changes. If applicants have any other questions, call Rachel Edwards at (409) 880-3114 or email at rachel.edwards@beaumonttexas.gov or Abreya Banks at (409) 880-3727 or email at abreya.banks@beaumonttexas.gov.

This position requires 100% on-site work. Applicant selected for hire shall be subject to drug/alcohol screen test, polygraph, and physical/psychological examination. Must possess a valid Class C driver's license with a good driving record. Other state valid Driver's license equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver's license. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test.

The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704.

SALARY: Fire Cadets will be sworn employees and earn $4,000 per month while enrolled in the Fire Cadet Program. Also, Fire Cadets will be required to enter into a Fire Cadet Training Agreement. Upon successful completion of the academy and State Licensing Exam, salary is increased to current grade I salary per year. The City provides employee health insurance, dental insurance for employee and/or dependent(s). See current rates in the Human Resources Department for health and dental insurance.

Written Exam Description: The exam is multiple choice and covers reading comprehension, grammar syntax, punctuation, spelling, vocabulary, arithmetic, and differential decision making. Time Limit: Three (3) hours. You must obtain a score of at least 70 on the multiple-choice portion of the exam in order to move forward to the physical portion of the testing.

Physical Ability Test Description: Must pass a strength and agility test and physical examination (see below for requirements).

Physical Fitness Assessment:

• Perform 1 Minute Sit-Up Test [Minimum 26 sit-ups]
• Recover 5 minutes
• Perform 300 Meter Run [Time Limit 81 seconds]
• Recover 5 minutes
• Perform 1 Minute Push-Up Test [Minimum 20 push-ups]
• Recover 5 Minutes
• Perform 1.5 Mile Run Test [Time Limit 16:39]
• Aerial Ladder Climb [100' at a 75-degree angle]

THIS IS A PASS/FAIL TEST, WITH NO REPEAT SKILLS

Applicant Screening Packet: The Applicant Screening Packet will be used as a basis for a background investigation that will determine your eligibility for employment as a firefighter with the City of Beaumont.

• It is important that you read the instructions carefully before completing the book.
• Legibly and neatly print your application using ink.
• You will be advised when to turn in the completed Applicant Screening Packet after you have been tested.
• If you need additional space for your answers, attach a separate 8 1/2" x 11" sheet of paper using the same number and section title corresponding to the question being answered.