Nashua Fire Rescue
Career Opportunities
If you live outside New Hampshire, you need ensure your current certifications comply with the requirements of the State of NH for Certified Firefighter Level 2, NH C2F2 and National Registry Emergency Medical Technician Basic. Please contact the NH Fire Academy prior to completing your application to begin the reciprocity process.
Any additional questions please email Training Division
Nashua Fire Rescue Hiring Policy
Section 15.01 Purpose
(a) The Board of Fire Commission wishes to afford all qualified individuals an equal opportunity to enter the Nashua Fire Rescue.
Section 15.02 Scope
(a) Qualifications for position imposed by State of NH Administrative Rules section 701.01:
- The candidate be at least 18 years of age
- Have a high school education or GED
- Shall not have been convicted of a felony A thorough background investigation be completed (including criminal and motor vehicle)
- Receive authorization for the physical ability test from a physician
- Complete the physical ability test within the time parameters (section Fire 702)
- Pass a pre-placement medical evaluation
- Pass a written examination
- Pass an oral interview process
(b) Local qualifications are:
- New hires must have the certification mandated by the State of NH to be considered, (As of January 1, 2001 – NH C2F2 or equivalent).
- EMT - B or greater.
- Willing to reside within fifteen (15) miles of the geographic center of the City of Nashua (Nashua Police Station) within six (6) months of hire for the purpose of callback.
- Hold a NH CDL-B (heavy commercial) driver license within (6) months of hire
- No more than three (3) points in three (3) years on your driver license record for moving violations.
- No DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) convictions within seven (7) years on your drivers license record.
- No convictions involving the transportation of alcohol or drugs within seven (7) years on your drivers license record.