FAQs

  •  You must be 18 years of age, have a current valid PA Driver's License, and must be or become residents of an area of Pennsylvania within 60 minutes of driving time with normal driving conditions from the downtown City-County Building prior to employment and remain a resident within the 60 minute radius throughout employment.
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  •  The position of Firefighter Recruit is a competitive position and candidates who pass both the written examination and physical ability examination will be placed on the eligibility list in final score order (from highest score to lowest score). Your final written score will include Preference Points, if applicable.
  •  In order to receive preference points for being a City of Pittsburgh resident at time of application you will need to provide proof of residency.
  •  In order to receive preference points for graduating the ERT program through PPS CTE you will need to provide proof of completion.
  •  In order to receive Veteran's Preference points, you will need to provide a DD214 reflecting your active military service, and discharge status.
  •  If needed, you are able to apply for a military or medical waiver valid for up to one year from the date of approval.

Still have questions? Contact us: ronda.sherrill@pittsburghpa.gov

 

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