CPAT - Candidate Physical Ability Test
REQUIRED Exam at Public Safety Answers
Register with Public Safety Answers for the exam process, go to https://www.publicsafetyanswers.com/truckeemeadows, review the page, and begin the 2-step application process.
Be Prepared
Before applying, be sure to locate and scan all required certifications and documentation to upload to the application. Please only upload the requested documents!
Applications Accepted
- Applications will be accepted for a minimum of 21 days from the date posted.
- Completing the application is the next step to begin your career in fire!
Application Review
- Your application will be reviewed to ensure minimum qualifications are met, including all required certifications and documents are attached.
- Three-minute interview video from "Public Safety Answers" will be reviewed and ranked.
- Once the review is completed, you will be notified of your application status.
- If you have met all of the required qualifications your application will be accepted and moved to the next step in the recruitment process.
Eligible List Established
The top scoring candidates through the recruitment process will be ranked by score and placed on an eligibility list for interview and EMS assessment.
Interview
- This is your time to shine! Be sure to review our website, learn about the agency, the job you want, the programs etc.
- Candidates will be interviewed based on their ranking on the Eligible list.
EMS Skills Assessment (Paramedic Only)
You will be evaluated on your expertise, knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas: Analytical Skills, cognitive skills, and problem-solving, including patient assessment, scene management, and providing advanced emergency medical treatment to sick and injured individuals.
Conditional Job Offer
- Congratulations! You have been offered the job! If you accept the offer, a formal job offer will be sent to you for review and signature.
- The offer remains conditional until you successfully complete the pre-employment requirements.
Pre-employment Requirements
You have returned your offer letter, now what??
You will begin the pre-employment steps to move you to a TMFPD EMPLOYEE!! The District requirements may include, but are not limited to:
- Onboarding sent via NEOGOV for you to complete your hiring documentation
- Extensive Background Check
- Medical Exam (if applicable)
- Driving History
Final Job Offer
You will receive this letter once all pre-employment requirements have been successfully passed.
Welcome to TMF&R! We are excited to have you join the team!
