Firefighter Trainee
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
Lincoln, NE, USA
Posted on Jan 10, 2026
Job Posting Information
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Lincoln Fire & Rescue is looking for motivated individuals to join our team as Firefighters. We welcome applicants who are eager to learn, grow, and build a career in fire and emergency medical services. This is a great opportunity for individuals who want to gain hands-on experience and serve the community.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Applicants must be at least 19 years old on or before the posted closing date of March 1, 2026.
- Candidates must meet physical requirements as established by the City of Lincoln.
- MUST POSSESS A CURRENT (within the last year of March 1, 2026) IAFF/IAFC CPAT CERTIFICATION.
- Possession of valid driver's license
- MUST POSSESS A CURRENT NEBRASKA STATE OR NATIONAL REGISTRY EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) AT TIME OF APPLICATION.
- Must obtain the following certifications within 120 days of appointment:
- IFSAC/Pro-Board Firefighter I
- IFSAC/Pro-Board Firefighter II
- IFSAC/Pro-Board Hazardous Materials Operations
- National Registry EMT or Nebraska State EMT License.
ALL APPLICANTS:
- Selected candidates must submit to, and successfully pass a substance abuse test.
- Applicants who successfully meet the requirements will be scheduled for the on-line written exam on Thursday, March 5, 2026. Detailed test information will be sent by email to qualified applicants after the closing date.

