How can I become a Kinston Firefighter?
You must be at least 19 years old to be a Firefighter for the Kinston Department of Fire & Rescue.


You must have the following to become a Kinston Firefighter:


High School Diploma, High School Equivalency, or have your GED

Valid North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicle Operators License (NCOL) with the ability to obtain a Class B NCOL within the first year of employment.

A fully completed on-line application filed with the City of Kinston Human Resources
(Click on Web Address below to access an application, create an account and sign in)

Ability to complete and Pass the Fitness Entry Aptitude Test (FEAT)

Pass the Interview Process of the Administration of the Kinston Department of Fire & Rescue

A Good Clear Background Check from your most recent County/City of Residence
(excluding minor motor vehicle infractions)

Kinston On-Line Application

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1. Does the City of Kinston have a burning ordinance?
2. How can I become a Kinston Firefighter?
3. Where is the Kinston Department of Fire and Rescue Fire Stations located?
4. What Services does the Kinston Department of Fire and Rescue provide to the Community?
5. How do you schedule a Fire Inspection for a Business, find proper Required Operational Permits of Fire Code, request for a Fire Inspection/Safety Check for a Group Home, Private Home Safety Check?
6. How do you schedule an appointment to install, replace, or maintain the fire smoke detectors for my residence?
7. How do you schedule a request for the Kinston Department of Fire & Rescue to either come and participate in a Community Event, Give a Fire Safety Class/Presentation, or schedule a Fire Station Tour?
8. Does the Kinston Department of Fire & Rescue have a Child Safety Seat Check/Installation Program and how do you schedule for a safety check/installation?
9. Does the Kinston Department of Fire & Rescue have a Ride-Along Program and how can you participate in the program?
10. Do the Firefighters actually stay at the Fire Stations?
11. Do the Firefighters slide down the Fire Poles?
12. Do the Firefighters just sit around the station all day until a call comes out?
13. How do you file a Citizens Complaint?