Student Firefighter Recruitment Checklist

Picture of bunker rack where turnout equipment hangs
Turnouts; bunker rack

The following items MUST be completed before the applicant can be considered for hire. Please make sure you have completed each item below.

  1. Apply online at www.uakjobs.com
  2. A copy of your Driver’s License must be sent to the University Fire Department.  Address information listed below.

    You must have a valid driver's license with no criminal or DUI convictions.

STEP 1: EMPLOYMENT APPLICANT

The applicant must submit an application online at www.uakjobs.com to be eligible in the applicant process.

STEP 2: PRE-AGILITY TEST

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STEP 3: PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST

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STEP 4: APTITUDE TEST-WRITTEN

The applicant will be administered an aptitude test in order to test for memory retention and mechanical knowledge. The applicant’s aptitude test score will be combined with the interview scores in order to assist in the ranking of individuals to hire.

STEP 5: ORAL INTERVIEWS

The applicant will participate in an oral interview conducted by a board of staff and students. Each interview question is worth a set amount of points. The total points achieved by the applicant during the interview will be combined with the aptitude test score.

STEP 6: BACKGROUND INFORMATION

All applicants must pass a background check. The applicant’s driving record, criminal history will be checked as a minimum. Any of the following would disqualify the applicant from employment: a felony conviction; a misdemeanor record within the last two years other than minor traffic violations; multiple traffic violations in the last three years (more than 3); multiple arrests without charges and/or convictions (more than 3); any current charges pending as well as any other information which the Fire Chief would deem as adverse to the operations of the University Fire Department.

STEP 7: RANKING OF APPLICANTS

The total scores of each applicant will be ranked in descending order. Positive or negative feedback on the background investigation will be used to determine the ranking of individuals when their scores are relatively close.

NOTE: Successful candidates will need to provide proof of receipt of the following vaccinations BEFORE hire: Hepatitis A, B, and Tuberculosis.

Applicants Must Apply Online

Rapid-Intervention
www.uakjobs.com

If interested in applying, please go to the uakjobs website and apply for the 'Student Assistant A - Student Firefighter' position.

Please call 474-5770
for more information.
or Email: fyfire@uaf.edu

611 N. Chandalar,
PO Box 755540
Fairbanks, AK 99775-5540