Third Phase: Firefighter Cadets

Firefighter Candidates who are appointed to the San Antonio Fire Academy by the City Manager undergo about six months of extensive training, including: SAFD's 940-hour, 25 week fire fighting program, earning their certification as a Basic Structural Firefighter. SAFD’s 200-hour Emergency Medical Technician curriculum, earning their Basic Emergency Medical Technician certification. Continued Emphasis on Physical Fitness Cardiovascular fitness is foundational to the profession of firefighting, and if a Candidate is selected to attend the San Antonio Fire Academy, it is extremely important to show up in good shape. The Cadet Fitness Cover Letter and the Cadet Fitness Program outline the SAFD Cadet Physical Training Program. Keep in mind that these documents indicate the minimum fitness level a Candidate should be at upon entry to the academy. We also recommend that incoming Cadets be able to achieve the following: Official Notices & Postings Announcement to Applicants Who Tested on August 14, 2009 2009 Exam Fire Entrance Eligibility List 2009 Applications & Entrance Exam Information 2008 Fire Entrance Eligibility List Run 1.5 miles in less than 13:00 minutes. Complete 30 push-ups in 1 minute. 5 Pull-ups Complete 40 sit-ups in 1 minute. Have a Body Fat Index of less than 20%. Sit & Reach of 19 inches After Graduation from the Fire Academy Graduating Firefighters will immediately participate in standard fire service activities such as fire suppression, inspections, rescue operations, pre-fire planning, and station and equipment maintenance. Other assignment opportunities can include: Aircraft Rescue Firefighting Team Hazardous Materials Response Team Technical Rescue Team Wildland/Urban Interface Team Promotional Opportunities Four Years from the date a Firefighter entered the Fire Academy, they are eligible to take a promotional examination for the next higher rank. Examinations are given yearly and an eligibility list is formed with the passing scores. Individuals on the list are eligible for promotion as vacancies occur within the department. As employees are promoted, additional assignment opportunities will open up in areas such as: Emergency Medical Service Fire Prevention Arson Bureau Fire Training Academy For recruiting questions, or how to get into the Fire Dept., please contact: Recruiting Office 215 S. San Saba, Suite 107 San Antonio, Texas 78207 (210)207-8427 E-mail:SAFDRecruit If you are on an active ELIGIBILITY LIST and have questions about your current status OR an upcoming CPAT, click here to send e-mail to: Applicant Processing