Applications for Firefighter/EMT positions are being accepted by the South Portland Fire Department, and the dates of the Physical Ability Test (PAT) are drawing near.

As part of the recruiting procedure, candidates must finish an application and pass the PAT. Officials stated that there are only a few slots available for the April 25th and May 9th scheduled PAT dates.

Interested candidates are urged to send an email to secure a time slot for testing and to inquire about the hiring procedure. The city's website offers more data and application information.

Because testing slots fill up rapidly, leaders stressed the significance of early registration.