🔥FireOccasional Hiring
Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD)
📍 Los Angeles, CA
Salary Range
$74,900–$104,000
Entry Exam
LAFD Candidate Physical Ability Test
Timeline
12–24 months from application to academy
Hiring Status
Occasional Hiring
💪 Physical Standards
CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) required. 8 events simulating firefighting tasks. Must pass before written exam.
📋 Background Requirements
- ✓18 years or older
- ✓High school diploma or GED
- ✓Valid CA driver's license
- ✓EMT certification (or ability to obtain)
- ✓No felony convictions
⏱️ Hiring Timeline
12–24 months from application to academy
📌 Notes & Context
LAFD is a competitive department with limited hiring cycles. CPAT certification strongly recommended before applying. ~3,300 firefighters.
💰 Compensation & Benefits
Compare with other agencies →Starting Salary
$74,900
5-Year Salary
$90,000
10-Year Salary
$104,000
Pension
Defined Benefit (pension)
Vests at 5 years
Health Insurance
full
Dental & Vision
✓ Included
Vacation Days/yr
15 days
Sick Days/yr
15 days
Uniform Allowance
$1,000/year
Estimated Take-Home Pay
~$4,500/mo (starting, after deductions)
⚠️ Estimate — verify with department. LACERS pension. Competitive benefits. Limited hiring cycles.
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