Training

This page contains information about the necessary skills that fire fighters acquire during training and the process of becoming a fire fighter.

Academic

For about six months recruits train and study to pass all tests on the path to become a fire fighter. Things that they need to know include:
Building construction, risk management, ventilation, fire behavior, tying knots, hoisting ladders and other tools, forcible entry, locking devices, water supply, fire control, loss control, fire hazards and fire inspections and so much more.

Test taking: If a recruit fails a test they receive one retake and if they fail the retake then they are released.
70% and above is a pass 69% and below is a fail

Skill Tests

Recruits who are training to become fire fighters undergo a series of skill tests. Examples of the skill tests administered include:

First Aid
Rope Maintenance
Hoisting a Ladder
Operating Tools
Fire Drills

See video below to the left is of a medical skill test performed for spinal immobilization on a seated patient.
The video below on the right is of the Recruit Class 29 participating in their last practice fire drill before graduation.

How To Apply

The County of Maui releases a career flyer to notify the public of career opportunities. You may visit The Department of Personnel Services to obtain a paper application or download an application from online.
For additional information regarding applications and job specifications, call the Department of Personnel Services (808) 270-7850

Requirements include:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school and possession of a Hawaii State motor vehicle driver's license (copy submitted with application.)

Examination Weights:
Written test..............100%
Physical agility test...........Qualifying (Pass/Fail)
Physical Condition-Must be able to meet the health and physical condition standards of the position
Vision..............Qualifying (Pass/Fail) Individuals selected for a position with the Department will be require to verify that they meet the minimum vision requirements of the Department.

Work Eligibility:

All persons seeking employment with the government of the State or in the service of any country shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States at the time of their application for employment.

See more information pertaining to the above content by clicking on the following link: Career Opportunities Fire Fighter Trainees Flyer