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Kannapolis Fire Department
Kannapolis, NC · Cabarrus County
Fields five engine companies, two ladder companies, a heavy rescue unit, and a hazmat unit; about thirty personnel work each shift across seven companies, each staffed with a captain, engineer, and one to two firefighters.
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Department careers page ↗Kannapolis Fire Department covers roughly 37 square miles in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, running more than 10,000 calls a year with a roster of about 115 personnel. The department fields five engine companies, two ladder companies, a heavy rescue unit, and a hazardous materials unit out of five stations, and holds an ISO Class 1 rating, the top classification an insurer can assign a fire department.
Beyond emergency response, KFD runs community risk-reduction efforts including free monthly CPR classes, smoke alarm installations, station tours, school outreach, and a fire truck parade program, reflecting a department that leans into public education alongside suppression and rescue work.
Kannapolis Fire Department recruits year-round for Fire Fighter I and describes itself as looking for "driven, dedicated individuals with a passion for helping others" to join the department.
Hiring process
- Complete an employment application
- Written exam
- Physical agility assessment
- Structured interview
Benefits
3% 401(k) match, incentive pay, separation pay, 12 paid holidays, an onsite employee health clinic, and overtime opportunities, plus the City of Kannapolis's broader employee benefits package.
How do I apply to become a firefighter with Kannapolis Fire Department?
Submit an application through the City of Kannapolis careers portal at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kannapolis. The process includes an employment application, a written exam, a physical agility assessment, and a structured interview.
Is Kannapolis Fire Department currently hiring?
Yes, the department states it has Fire Fighter I positions available now and recruits on an ongoing basis.
What benefits does Kannapolis Fire Department offer?
A 3% 401(k) match, incentive pay, separation pay, 12 paid holidays, an onsite employee health clinic, and overtime opportunities, in addition to the City of Kannapolis's standard employee benefits.
How many calls does Kannapolis Fire Department run each year?
The department runs about 10,000 calls annually protecting more than 63,000 residents across roughly 37 square miles.
How many firefighters work each shift?
About thirty personnel work a given shift across seven companies, each staffed with a captain, engineer, and one to two firefighters.