Fire Technician

City of Minnetonka, MN; Hall (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

PERA retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

City of Minnetonka, MN seeks a Firefighter Technician to protect life and property through rapid emergency response, rescue, and firefighting operations. The role blends on-call emergency duties with inspection and maintenance of department assets, plus participation in community outreach.

Shifts include a 56-hour week (Firefighter/Driver-Operator) and a 40-hour week (Technician). Training, records management, and coordination with vendors are essential parts of the role.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent is required.
• IFSAC or Pro Board Firefighter II certification by date of hire.
• EMT certification or higher with OEMS certification by date of hire.
• Hazardous Materials Operations certification by date of hire.
• Minnesota firefighter license by date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency calls quickly with proper PPE to provide fire suppression, rescue, hazmat, and EMS assistance.
• Maintains and operates fire department apparatus, equipment and facilities.
• Assists with training to maintain fire, rescue, and medical skills.
• Organizes and maintains records of inspection and maintenance activities.
• Coordinates inspections by outside vendors and stock maintenance.
• Supports fire prevention activities and community outreach.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

IFSAC or Pro Board Firefighter II certification

Emergency Medical Technician certification or higher

IFSAC or Pro Board Hazardous Materials Operations certification

Minnesota firefighter license by date of hire

Job description

The Firefighter Technician is primarily responsible for protecting life and property through rapid, effective emergency response, rescue, and firefighting operations. Operating on a 24-hour shift schedule, this role combines emergency response duties with the inspection, maintenance, and management of department assets as well as participation in community outreach programs and events.

• Responds to emergency calls quickly, safely and with the proper protective equipment to provide fire suppression, rescue, hazardous materials, and emergency medical assistance to the public.
• Maintains and operates fire department apparatus, equipment and facilities in a constant state of readiness for all divisions of the fire department.
• May be assigned to a 24-hour shift schedule as a Firefighter or Driver/Operator (56-hour work week/2912 annual hours).
• May be assigned to a secondary schedule as a 40-hour Technician (40-hour week/2080 annual hours).
• Is assigned to or supplements duty crew shifts as needed.
• Ensures adherence to department policies, procedures and safety practices.
• Participates in training sessions to maintain and upgrade fire, rescue, and medical skills.
• Organizes, schedules, and maintains accurate and complete records of all inspection and maintenance activities including those performed by the public works department and/or outside vendors.
• Recommends policy and procedure changes to enhance apparatus and equipment performance.
• Organizes, schedules, and performs periodic maintenance on fire apparatus, equipment and facilities including factory-authorized work on self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
• Coordinates all inspection and maintenance activities performed by outside vendors.
• Assist firefighters with cleaning and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assists with fleet management during annual testing of pumps, ladders and hose.
• Provides support to fire prevention activities such as attendance and participation in outreach programs, life safety education, and set up and maintenance of displays.
• Performs snow removal, housekeeping, and grounds maintenance at fire stations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• A commitment to and belief in the organization's shared values.
• 18 years of age or older.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license with no restrictions (other than corrective lenses).
• Current International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) Firefighter II certification by date of hire.
• Emergency Medical Technician certification or higher, with Minnesota Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) certification by date of hire.
• IFSAC or Pro Board Hazardous Materials Operations certification by date of hire.
• Valid Minnesota firefighter license in accordance with Minnesota Statute 299N.05 or secured certification by date of hire.
• Successful completion of a thorough background check.
• Successful completion of fire department-sponsored pre-membership physical examination, psychological test, pulmonary function test and physical agility test.

Compensation and Benefits

• The City of Minnetonka is offering competitive compensation packages to the selected candidates.
• Annual Salary: The 2026 pay range is $31.03 - $37.05 hourly (56-hour work week/2912 hours annual) $43.44 - $51.87 hourly (40-hour work week/2080 hours annual), based on the current labor contract. *
• Employee and Family Healthcare: The City of Minnetonka is proud to provide a compensative healthcare package. Additional health and dental information are available upon request. Voluntary benefits, including disability and flexible healthcare spending accounts, are also offered.
• Retirement: A retirement plan is provided by the City of Minnetonka through the Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA), police and fire program.
• Paid Leave: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay can be found in the applicable Labor Agreement.
• Education, Development and Training: Education, development, and training are encouraged by the Minnetonka Fire Department and outside opportunities may be available for employee funding through employee education compensation.

*2027 wages are undergoing current contract negotiation.

Our Culture

The City of Minnetonka is committed to welcoming all people, thereby fostering a sense of belonging and opportunity across our community and among our staff. We do not discriminate against job applicants, employees or any individual because of: race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation or age.

Shared Values

• Adaptable Learning & Innovation
• Authentic Communication
• Healthy Human Relationships

• Contagious Enthusiasm
• Outcome Focused Teamwork
• Shared Success