Fire Department · Career
Chandler Fire Department
Chandler, AZ · Maricopa County
The City of Chandler Fire Department is a progressive, all-career all-hazards agency serving the Phoenix metro community of Chandler, Arizona. It handles fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, and crisis intervention.
The department operates 11 fire stations positioned so that no location is more than about three square miles from the nearest station, supporting an average response time of roughly six minutes. More than 70% of its calls are medical in nature, from basic life support through large-scale emergencies.
Chandler Fire is distinguished by top-tier credentials: an ISO Class 1 rating (placing it in the top 2% of Arizona departments and roughly the top 1% nationally), five-time accreditation through the Center for Public Safety Excellence, CAAHEP accreditation for its paramedic education program, and a Certified Autism Center designation.
MissionResponsive to the Needs of the Community; Committed to Community Involvement; Dedicated to Customer Service; Proud of our Professionalism
Chandler Fire hires through the City's governmentjobs.com portal, where current firefighter openings are posted. The department looks for candidates with a strong work ethic, a desire to continuously learn, the ability to work well within a team, and composure under pressure.
The selection process references a testing process and the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT). Once hired, firefighters can advance to Engineer, Captain, and Battalion Chief, and pursue specialized certifications in Paramedic, HazMat Technician, or Technical Rescue.
Hiring process
- Apply to open firefighter positions via the City's governmentjobs.com portal
- Complete the department's testing process
- Pass the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
How do I apply to become a Chandler firefighter?
Current firefighter openings are posted on the City's governmentjobs.com portal at governmentjobs.com/careers/chandleraz. You can also contact the department at chandlerfire@chandleraz.gov or 480-782-2120.
Is Chandler Fire a career or volunteer department?
Chandler Fire is an all-career (fully professional) department.
What is the hiring process like?
The department uses a testing process that includes the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT). Details are provided through the careers section once positions are open.
What kind of candidates is Chandler Fire looking for?
The department seeks individuals with a strong work ethic, a desire to continuously learn, the ability to operate well within a team, and composure under pressure.
What advancement and specialty opportunities are available?
Firefighters can progress to Engineer, Captain, and Battalion Chief, and earn specialized certifications such as Paramedic, HazMat Technician, or Technical Rescue.