How to Become a Searcy Firefighter
Prepare Before You Apply
Must be 18 years of age
Must have a GED/High School Diploma
Must possess a Valid State of Arkansas Driver’s License
Apply for Employment
Turn in application to Searcy City Hall - 401 W Arch Ave, Searcy, AR 72143
Applications on file are valid for 6 months
FEAT – Firefighter Endurance and Agility Test
FEAT’s is conducted twice annually - Usually the first Saturday in April and the first Saturday in October
Interview
Upon successful completion of the FEAT’s, you will be given a time slot for an interview. If you are selected as a fire candidate, you will be subject to an extensive background investigation, drug screening, and a pre-employment physical.
Employment
Once hired, Fire Candidates must successfully complete the following 4 programs to remain employed as Searcy Firefighters
New Recruit – Fire Fighter Standards – 240 hrs. - 7 weeks of instruction
Driver Operator – Arkansas Fire Academy – 80 hrs. - 2 weeks of instruction and testing
EMT Basic – ASU Searcy – 1 Semester
Hazmat Technician – Hosted by ADEM - 80hrs. - 2 weeks of instruction and testing
Candidates will be furnished transportation, room accommodations, and meals while conducting fire training, along with standard benefits and salary.