Paid-on-call Firefighter

About the role

Respond to emergency incidents within assigned district and during scheduled periods, meeting minimum participation requirements. Perform firefighting activities in accordance with NFPA Standards, including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, and performing suppression, ventilation and overhaul tasks. Perform activities related to technical rescue, emergency medical, and hazardous materials response.

Responsibilities

• Participate in required weekly drills, department meetings, committee and community activities, and other required training activities and meet minimum participation and competency verification requirements.
• Serve on standby crew and/or duty crew as assigned.
• Perform general maintenance of department facilities and equipment in accordance with department procedures, such as cleaning and washing station facilities and equipment; caring for grounds around station; washing, hanging and drying hose; washing, cleaning, inspecting and maintaining test apparatus and equipment.
• Participate in and make presentations of department programs/activities to individuals and groups in the community on safety, medical and fire prevention topics.

Requirements

• Within 24 months of start date, successfully complete training and obtain certification as an Emergency Medical Responder, Firefighter I, Firefighter II and Hazardous Materials Operational level. Preference will be given to those who have completed Firefighter I, Firefighter II, EMT, or Hazmat certifications.
• Possession of a valid Minnesota Driver’s License by date of hire with no restrictions and good driving history.

Schedule

Rotating shift.

Benefits

• Life insurance

Pay

$18.14 per hour.