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Registration dates:   February 4, 2019 – March 7, 2019

 Requirements for registering:  18 years of age by 3/23/2019, high school graduate or GED, physically able to perform the duties of a firefighter trainee as defined by the City of Johnson City, and not have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude other than a minor traffic violation.  Applicants must possess a valid drivers’ license with NO suspensions or revocations within the past 24 cumulative months.

 To register, present the following to the Human Resources Department, 601 E. Main Street, Johnson City, TN  37601:

$25.00 Non-refundable examination fee;
City of Johnson City Application for Employment;
Release & Waiver Form (print from johnsoncitytn.org);

 Copies of the following (Copies will not be made for applicants):

  • Birth Certificate;
  • High School Diploma/GED or Transcript with Graduation Date;
  • Drivers’ License;
  • Social Security Card;
  • College/University Diploma (if applicable);
  • Certification from TN State Fire School (if applicable);
  • EMT Certification (A or B) (if applicable);
  • DD-214 for Veterans Credit (if applicable).

When registering, a test date and time for the firefighter exam and physical ability will be scheduled.  For more information, call 423-434-6018.

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