Currently the Campbell County Fire Department is not hiring any career staff. When we test again the announcement will be posted on this page.

We are always looking for volunteers to apply though. If you would like to apply for our volunteer ranks please come down to Station 1 (located at 106 Rohan Avenue) to pick up an application. Our stations are located throughout Gillette, Rozet, and Wright, so you should be able to find one near home.

The Current Full-Time Recruitment Process Consists of:

• Written Test
• Physical Agility Test
• Oral Interview
• Psychiatric Evaluation
• Medical Physical
• Background Check
• Drug Screening

The Physical Agility Test:

The Physical Agility Test is based on the parts of the Firefighter Combat Challenge.  It is a series of five common fire ground evolutions that replicate the physically demanding nature of firefighting.  The evolutions are performed consecutively without rest and while wearing a helmet, firefighting coat, gloves and a self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).  The series must be completed in less than 5:00 minutes.

The five evolutions of the Physical Agility Test Are:

High Rise Pack Carry-This task requires carrying a high-rise pack (100 feet of 1 ¾ inch) up to a fifth floor landing.  This task requires leg strength and endurance.

Hose Hoist-A rolled 50 foot section of 1 ¾ inch fire hose is hoisted to a top landing, using a 5/8 inch utility rope line.  This task requires upper body strength and lower back flexibility.

Forcible Entry-A forcible entry simulator is used.  A steel weight is driven five feet using a nine pound shot hammer.  Upper body strength and endurance are important in this evolution.

Hose Advance-A 100 foot section of 1 ¾ inch fire hose is advanced.  The line is charged with water.  Leg strength is important in this evolution.

Victim Rescue-At this station a 165 pound manikin must be held and moved 100 feet.  This task requires good total body strength, flexibility and endurance.  Good grip strength is necessary to grasp the manikin, and leg strength is important to be able to lift and drag the simulated victim.

Preparing for the Physical Agility Test

Recommended Exercises

Top physical conditioning is needed to past the Physical Agility Test.  Preparation for the test can be accomplished by a physical training program that emphasizes cardio-respiratory fitness, muscular strength, and muscular endurance.   Generally, individuals who are not regularly engaged in physical activity are not as fit and have less strength than more physically active people.  Most people can, however improve their level of fitness through an intensive training program that includes running and weight-lifting.

The list below outlines some training techniques that may help you prepare for the Physical Agility Test.  These suggestions do not guarantee successful completion of the test and are not the only methods of improving conditioning for the required tasks.  A person should be in good health before beginning any physical training program.  It is strongly recommended that you consult your physician before undertaking any physical training program.

Training for the High Rise Pack Carry

• Run stair sprints in sets
• Run up and down bleachers
• Sprint on flat ground
• Run 20-40 minutes per week (for aerobic improvement)

Training for Hose Hoist

• Exercise with reach-and-pull techniques
• Exercise emphasizing grip and back strength

Training for Forcible Entry

• Drive a 150 pound railroad tie with a sledge/shot hammer
• Drive a Keiser Sled, working to move it five feet in fewer than twenty swings

Training for the Hose Advance

• Push a car on level pavement in a parking lot, while someone steer the car.
• Climb stairs or run bleachers

Training for the Dummy Drag

• Use tips previously outlined to increase aerobic capacity

The Current Volunteer Recruitment Process Consists of:

• Application
• Oral Interview
• Background Check
• Medical Physical Agility Exam
• Medical Physical/Drug Screening