FIRE FIGHTER




No certifications or experience required for this position. The City will train you and provide you with the opportunities to get your certifications!

JOB SUMMARY
The job duties of the Fire Fighter/EMT include but are not limited to responding to alarms and other emergency calls to protect life and property; trains in and operates firefighting equipment, participates in fire prevention programs, including inspections, public education, hazardous materials, station maintenance, and training activities. Work varies requiring individual judgment within prescribed standards and procedures.


Job Knowledge & Effectiveness
• Effectively perform fire suppression and rescue work, along with ventilation, salvage and overhaul during structure fires.
• Administer basic life support confidently and effectively.
• Assume supervisory and ICS control on medical emergencies.
• Maintain and operate fire apparatus effectively.
• Maintain station and fire equipment properly.
• Assist with fire investigations routinely.
• Effectively maintain and operate airport rescue.
• Perform proper and effective fire prevention activities and inspections daily.
• Assume Fire Engineer position and responsibility frequently.
• Assist and attend training sessions regularly and apply knowledge in the field.
• Test city fire hydrants for flow and pressure.

Supports the Operations of the Department by
• Demonstrates ability to plan, complete tasks and monitor results within established deadlines.
• Effectively applying knowledge to solve a range of problems.
• Following department policies on a consistent basis.
• Performs job responsibilities consistently, timely, cost-effectively, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Making decisions regarding the efficient and cost-effective way to perform job responsibilities.
• Identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities and takes action consistent with available facts and probable consequences.
• Adjusts to changing conditions; accepts new duties and responsibilities with a positive attitude.

Position : 000000478

Code : 44-1

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : FIRE

Grade : FIREFIGHTER

Group : FIRE

Job Family : FIRE FIGHTER

Job Class : FIREFIGHTER

Posting Start : 01/13/2026

Posting End : 12/31/9999

SALARY RANGE: $50,450.40-$71,916.00