JAMESTOWN, NY – April 4, 2024 – The City of Jamestown Fire Department, in collaboration with the City of Dunkirk Fire Department, Village of Fredonia Fire Department, and Chautauqua County Volunteer Fire Departments, is pleased to announce the upcoming Firefighter Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Screening Event. This event will take place on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, and Sunday, May 5th, 2024, from 9 am to 3 pm at the Northwest Savings Bank Arena, located at 319 West 3rd Street.
The CPAT is a rigorous physical ability screening designed for potential new firefighters. Developed by fire service professionals, the CPAT consists of 8 separate event stations to assess candidates’ physical capabilities. Fire department administrators utilize CPAT to obtain a qualified pool of potential firefighter candidates.
This screening event is open to all individuals interested in pursuing a career in firefighting, whether through volunteer or career/paid service in Chautauqua County. Representatives from both volunteer and career fire departments will be present to discuss recruitment possibilities and answer questions.
There is no cost to participate in this event. Participants must be 17 years of age or older. Individuals under 18 years of age must have written permission and a waiver of liability signed by a parent or guardian to participate. Preregistration is encouraged, although same-day registration will be available.
“We are excited to host the CPAT Screening Event and provide aspiring firefighters in Chautauqua County with an opportunity to demonstrate their physical abilities and pursue their passion for firefighting,” said Battalion Chief Shawn Shilling of the City of Jamestown Fire Department.
For more information and to preregister for the event, please visit www.jamestownny.gov/fire-department/ or call (716) 483-7598.
