Fire - Firefighter

City of Rolla; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ten paid holidays

Personal holiday after 1 year of svc

Overtime eligible

Job summary

City of Rolla seeks qualified candidates for Firefighter I & II positions. Duties include firefighting, routine maintenance, and operating emergency vehicles within safety protocols.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, with Firefighter I & II Certification and Missouri First Responder within set timeframes. U.S. citizens 21+ with a valid driver’s license, plus successful completion of exams and screenings, are required. December 2026 start date; applications due November 13, 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Firefighter I & II certification within 12 months of appointment.
• Missouri First Responder within 12 months of appointment.
• USA citizen, 21+ years old as of Nov 13, 2026, with valid driver’s license.
• Pass Physical Agility Test, Written Fire Entry Exam, Peer Review Board, background investigation and medical exam.
• Residency within 20 miles / 25-minute response within 6 months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Operate an emergency vehicle in a safe and defensive manner.
• Perform firefighting and routine maintenance duties.
• Clean city buildings and support facilities.
• Meet physical requirements of the job.
• Perform other duties as required by the department.

Education

High school diploma or GED

State Certified Firefighter I & II

Missouri First Responder

Job description

Salary Range:
Firefighter I & II IFSAC certified $46,796 - $64,777

Plus, ten paid holidays, one personal holiday after one year of service, and possible overtime (non-exempt employee)

Description of Basic Duties:

Selected candidates will be required to perform a variety of duties, such as firefighting, routine maintenance, cleaning of city buildings, operate an emergency vehicle in a safe and defensive manner, meet physical aspects of job, and perform other duties as job requires.

Education Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent GED Certificate.

State Certified Firefighter I & II preferred required within 12 months of appointment.

Missouri First Responder within 12 months of appointment.

Other Requirements:

Must be a USA citizen at least 21 years of age as of November 13, 2026, while possessing a valid driver’s license.

Must successfully pass the following examinations and board interviews: Physical Agility Test, Written Fire Entry Exam, Peer Review Board, background investigation, and medical physical examination including drug screening.

Written Testing TBA, Time and Location TBA. A Driver’s License and a copy of your Social Security Card, and High School Diploma (GED), must be provided at that time.

Applicants who pass the written exam will be given the Physical Ability Test, Applicants who pass the ability test will be given an interview immediately following. More information will be provided at the written exam.

Must reside within a twenty (20) mile radius or twenty-five (25) minute response at the posted speed limit of the City limits within six (6) months after appointment.

Approximate Starting Date:

December 2026

Application Deadline:

Applications will be accepted until 5:00 pm Friday, November 13, 2026.

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