Careers – Training – Positions

Two options for Paramedic school paid for by the dept. Incentive pay and assignment differential. Get paid to go to school and improve your skills.

The mission of Albuquerque Fire Rescue’s Fire Marshal’s Office is to protect the lives and property Of Albuquerque residents and visitors with proactive fire inspections and public education programs.

Literally answering the call! Our alarm room is one of very few in the country that are all sworn, uniformed firefighters. Learn to master our state- of-the-art C.A.D. system and be the difference.

Special skills training including: confined space rescue, trench/excavation rescue, advanced vehicle extrication, high-angle rescue, structural collapse rescue and much more!

Members of the task force stations undergo many hours of training to prepare them for combating Wildland fire with ground and aerial suppression tactics. AFR also assists our fellow firefighting agencies in fighting Wildland fire in NM and neighboring states.

The Fire/Arson Investigation Division is a team of highly trained firefighters who are also certified law enforcement officers. The team investigates fires and fire related incidents to determine the best course of action.

It all begins with education. The AFR Fire Training Academy is staffed with members who seek to master their skills and training and pass on that knowledge to the women and men who join our ranks. From cadets to officers, the Fire Training Academy sets the standard!

Fast, efficient and safe delivery of services is the gold standard for every fire department. Whether operating on the fireground or managing an EMS scene, the Tech Services Division ensures that our computer hardware and software are optimized for real-time information, reliable communication and system redundancy for any emergency.

Members of the taskforce are responsible for the management and safe termination of complex incidents involving hazardous materials, airplane crashes, train derailments, semi-trailers carrying chemicals as well as chemical use (and misuse) in the workplace and homes.