Are you interested in becoming a Firefighter? Please read the information provided on this page to start your path to employment with Belmont Fire Department.

There are four sequential steps to Belmont Fire's testing and selection process -, the application, the oral interview, the written exam and the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT).

Application

If you are interested in proceeding further in the selection process, you will be required to apply for employment with the District.  Job application forms and instructions are available online, our an application can be picked up in person at our headquarters station located at 701 Fork Shoals Road, Greenville, SC.

Oral Interview

A panel will ask you questions to gain insight into your qualifications and your ability to perform as a fire fighter.  We are interested in your prior education or experience, your reasons for seeking a position as a fire fighter, and why you feel you would be a good member of our team. 

Written Exam

Our written exam is administered by our training department twice a month, with the schedule being posted in three month increments.

Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)

The CPAT is a sequence of eight events that require the candidate to progress along a predetermined path from event to event in a continuous manner.  This is a pass/fail test based on a validated maximum total time of 10 minutes and 20 seconds.

     Event #1:  Stair Climb
     Event #2:  Hose Drag
     Event #3:  Equipment Carry
     Event #4:  Ladder Raise/Extension
     Event #5:  Forcible entry
     Event #6:  Search
     Event #7:  Rescue
     Event #8:  Ceiling Breach & Pull

The candidate wears a Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and firefighter protective clothing.  An additional 25 pounds, using two 12.5 pound weights that simulate a high-risk pack (hose bundle), is added for the stair climb event.  The candidate will walk a distance of 85 feet between each event.

This test evaluates your ability to perform several tasks similar to those performed by firefighters on the job.