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New Britain Fire Department
New Britain, CT · Capitol Region County
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Department careers page ↗The New Britain Fire Department traces its roots to 1833, when it began as a volunteer bucket-brigade organization using hand-drawn carriages and ladders. In 1873, fifty years after its founding, the department transitioned to a professional paid force of 92 firefighters organized into hose, hook & ladder, and on-call special companies.
Today NBFD operates eight companies -- six engines and two ladder trucks -- staffed by 130 personnel across six stations, protecting a population of about 73,000 across 13.4 square miles. Call volume has trended upward in recent years, rising from 6,129 calls in 2016 to 7,321 calls in 2019.
The department's administration includes a fire chief, a fire marshal, four shift-commanding deputy chiefs (Groups A through D), and a deputy chief of training, reflecting a platoon-based staffing structure across the city's stations.
The Firefighter position hiring process is administered jointly with the City of New Britain's Human Resources department and FirefighterApp.com. As of this review, the application period for Firefighter is closed.
Requirements
- High school or vocational school education
- Minimum 18 years old at the application deadline
- Current Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's License; must obtain a CT license with the 'Q' fire apparatus endorsement if hired
- Must reside within 30 minutes of New Britain's border
- Current Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) card required at time of application
- Non-smoker affidavit required
- Medical exam compliant with the NFPA 1582 Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program
- Passing a background investigation, post-offer medical exam, and psychological screening
Hiring process
- Submit application through the City of New Britain / FirefighterApp.com posting
- CPAT card verification (must be current)
- Background investigation including arrest record review
- Post-offer medical exam and psychological screening
- Appointment and enrollment in the Connecticut Fire Academy Recruit Firefighter Program
- 12-month probationary period; Emergency Medical Responder certification required within one year
New hires must complete the Connecticut Fire Academy Recruit Firefighter Program.
How many people does the New Britain Fire Department serve?
The department protects approximately 73,000 residents across 13.4 square miles.
How many fire stations does New Britain have?
New Britain operates six fire stations housing eight companies: six engines and two ladder trucks.
When was the New Britain Fire Department founded?
The department was established in 1833 as a volunteer organization and transitioned to a paid, professional department in 1873.
Is the New Britain Fire Department currently hiring firefighters?
As of this review, the Firefighter application period is closed; postings are handled through the City of New Britain Human Resources office and FirefighterApp.com.
Does New Britain accept lateral firefighter transfers?
Recent Connecticut Fire Academy graduates or out-of-state certified firefighters meeting NFPA standards may be eligible for appointment without an active hiring list if they have passed the CPAT within two years.