Indianapolis Fire Department looking for new recruits

Indianapolis, Indiana — Anyone who wants to become a firefighter can make their dream come true with the Indianapolis Fire Department.

Indianapolis Fire Department is recruiting new firefighters.

Applicants must:

• Be at least 21 years and not have turned 36 years of age by the date of hire, or be up to 40 years old and 6 months with 20 years of military experience
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Have no felony convictions that have not been expunged
• Have a valid driver’s license
• Be a US citizen or legally able to work in the US
• Be willing to reside in Marion County or a contiguous county

Applicants will receive on-duty physical fitness training and 29 weeks of fire science and EMT training. Those who pass will receive state certification as an EMT.

For first-year, firefighter’s salary is $54,215. Benefits include life, dental, and medical insurance, retirement after 20 years of service, and paid vacation.

Anyone with questions who wishes to speak to an IFD recruiter can fill out an IFD interest card.

Those interested in joining IFD can apply online.

Applications are being accepted now through May 7.