DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The City of Cambridge is currently recruiting applicants to take the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Open Competitive Examination for Fire Fighter Municipal Service. This examination consists of two components: the Written Examination and the Physical Abilities Test. Candidates must take and pass both components in order to be placed on the eligible list for appointment in a civil service city or town.
The written exam period: October 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, 2025. Application date is August 27, 2025, with a fee of $75.00. Applications will not be accepted after 8/27/25.
The Entry-Level Physical Abilities Test (ELPAT) is being held at 571A Main Street, Hudson, MA. Candidates will receive an email with their scheduled ELPAT date and time approximately 2 weeks in advance. ELPAT dates may occur prior to or after the written component. Please pay careful attention to your account/email.
Failure to complete the ELPAT, will result in failure of the examination and your name will not be placed on the eligible list. Failure of the written component will also result in failure of the examination and your name will not be placed on the eligible list.
Additional examination information is available at www.mass.gov/civilservice or by calling the examination hotline 617-878-9895.
Examples of Essential Duties for a Municipal Firefighter: Firefighters often perform risky and physically demanding duties under emergency conditions. Firefighters work under supervision, often as a member of a team, to respond to fires and other emergencies. Firefighter duties may include, for example: connecting, pulling, and operating hose lines; operating a pump; positioning and climbing ladders; emergency rescue and lifesaving; ventilating smoke-filled areas; using and maintaining tools and equipment; training; and fire station activities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be at least 19 as of October 27, 2025
- Must be a non smoker at the time of and after appointment
- Must pass a medical and physical ability examination prior to appointment
RATE: $55,572.38/year minimum, with excellent benefits
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply On-line with a Visa or MasterCard at www.mass.gov/civilservice. If you are requesting that the fee for this examination be waived, fee waiver forms are available at the Applicant Forms section of HRD’s website. For more information about this exam, see www.mass.gov/civilservice or email the civil service unit at civilservice@mass.gov The examination information hotline is 617-878-9895.
