Applicants must successfully pass a written test, an aerobic capacity run, a physical assessment test, a background check, a polygraph examination, an interview and a medical/physical examination.

Education -- High school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or 12 semester hours of college.

Residency -- Must live within 30 minutes of designated report-in station; must be accomplished within six (6) months of employment.

Age Requirements -- 18-35 years of age. (Cannot have reached 36th birthday by date of entry-level exam.)

Licenses -- Valid and current Class "C" Driver's License. (Will be required to obtain Class "B" while in training.)