RECRUITMENT: PM-1530-1323

PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION FOR:

FIRE LIEUTENANT

SALARY: $1,886.51 Per Week

This examination is open to permanent classified employees of the City of Waterbury

This examination is open to permanent classified employees of the City of Waterbury.  Individuals appointed as a result of passing the examination shall be required to serve a working test period which will be, in effect, the final phase of this examination. A passing score must be obtained on each part of the examination.

Seniority Points – Credit for this position will be in accordance with the amendment of the Civil Service Rules & Regulations.  

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:  

A Fire Lieutenant is in command at the scene of a fire (or other incident) until a superior officer arrives. A Fire Lieutenant leads in the performance of physical tasks involved in firefighting and has a high degree of responsibility for the protection of life and property. Work is carried out according to department guidelines with some latitude for the exercise of independent judgment. Responsible for all administrative function of a particular company.

Meets or exceeds all qualifications of a Firefighter. Good knowledge of modern firefighting equipment and methods; considerable knowledge of the geography of the City, ability to plan and lay out work for subordinates and to maintain discipline; ability to recognize fire hazards; ability to judge what equipment is needed for every type of fire and if help is needed; ability to perform physical aspects of the position; good oral and written communication skills; ability to produce reports.

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST INDICATE ON YOUR APPLICATION THAT AS OF THE CLOSING DATE YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE (OR WILL HAVE IT WITHIN SIX MONTHS:):    

Four (4) years firefighting experience with the City of Waterbury Fire Department. Course work in firefighting technology desirable.

Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirement

Physical Requirements: FIRE LIEUTENANT

 Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class. Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate weights. A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.

 The City of Waterbury and Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.

Prepared on: August 18, 2026

Publishers Phone Numbers and Websites

• CT Fire Academy Boo k Store (860) 264-9271     www.portal.ct.gov/cfpc

  • Jones & Bartlett Learning (800) 832-0034             www.jblearning.com