Firefighter

City of Eau Claire; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Eau Claire is seeking a full-time Firefighter based in Eau Claire, WI. Firefighters respond to emergency calls, perform fire suppression, rescue operations, and provide medical care within certification level.

Responsibilities include fire prevention, inspections, education, regular training, and collaboration with city departments. Must meet physical and background standards and hold a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Physically demanding tasks including lifting and climbing.
• Emergency response and safety protocol adherence.
• Operate firefighting, rescue, and comms equipment per procedures.
• Strong teamwork and ability to follow command.
• Commitment to community service and professionalism.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and drills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain certifications.
• Meet medical, fitness, and background standards.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls including fires and medical incidents.
• Operate firefighting and rescue equipment and perform suppression.
• Provide emergency medical care within certification level.
• Conduct fire prevention activities and public education.
• Participate in ongoing training and maintain equipment.
• Document incidents accurately and collaborate with city departments.

Skills

Physical fitness

Emergency response

Teamwork

Clear communication

Equipment operation

Safety protocols

Public service mindset

Drill participation

Education

High school diploma

Fire science courses

Technical training

Tools

Firefighting equipment

Rescue gear

Communication devices

Job description

Company Description The City of Eau Claire is a vibrant community that offers an exceptional quality of life supported by strong public services. Local government here is viewed as a stewardship, focused on serving residents and maintaining a safe, sustainable, engaged, and healthy community. The City emphasizes sustainability and responsible resource use in its operations and planning. Team members are encouraged to enjoy their work while contributing meaningfully to the community’s well-being. Joining Eau Claire means helping assure the common good through essential public services.
Role Description This full-time, on-site Firefighter role is based in Eau Claire, WI. Firefighters respond to emergency calls, including fires, medical emergencies, rescues, hazardous materials incidents, and other public safety situations. Daily responsibilities include operating firefighting and rescue equipment, performing fire suppression and search-and-rescue operations, and providing emergency medical care within certification level. Firefighters also conduct fire prevention activities, such as inspections, public education, and community outreach. The role involves regular training, equipment maintenance, station duties, accurate documentation of incidents, and collaboration with other public safety and city departments.
Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, climbing, and working in high-stress, hazardous environments.
• Strong emergency response skills, including situational awareness, decision-making under pressure, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Ability to learn and operate firefighting, rescue, and communication equipment in accordance with department procedures.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to follow direction and work collaboratively within a structured chain of command.
• Commitment to community service, including professionalism, integrity, and respectful interaction with diverse community members.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training, drills, and professional development to maintain and enhance job-related skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training or fire science coursework is beneficial.
• Valid driver’s license; eligibility to obtain any required city or state certifications for firefighting and emergency response.
• Ability to meet department medical, fitness, and background standards as part of the hiring process.