Auxiliary Firefighter

The Santa Fe Springs Fire-Rescue Auxiliary Firefighter program provides Fire Academy graduates an opportunity to apply their acquired skills and gain insight, while preparing for a fire service career. Auxiliary Firefighters respond to emergency calls, conduct mini-drills and skills demonstrations, maintain apparatus, equipment and fire stations, participate with training and public education, and perform miscellaneous duties.

The minimum requirements for a position as an Auxiliary Firefighter are as follows:

• 18 years of age or older
• Valid California Driver's License with a good driving record
• Valid CPR Certification/Card
• Valid EMT Certification with a County Accreditation
• Graduate of a California State Fire Marshal Accredited Fire Academy
• Ability to volunteer weekly for one twenty-four hour shift (on an assigned day)

Hiring Process (Continuous as needed)

1. Application Process 
   • Step one – Apply online at Government Jobs
   • Step two – Upon approval & contact by Human Resources, complete an Auxiliary Firefighter interest form and email it to: SFS Fire-Rescue
   • Step three – Qualified candidates will be contacted for an oral interview

* Applications that are incomplete and lack minimum requirements will be rejected

2. Interview Process
3. All qualified applicants will receive an oral interview Physical Agility (Proof within 6 months)
   • Biddle Physical Agility (7:20 passing time)
4. Selection
   • Auxiliary Firefighter selection will be based on the combination of the above
5. Medical Exam and Live Scan through Human Resources
6. Orientation
   • Includes Fire Department orientation, roles and expectations lecture, mask fit testing, gear and uniform distribution