Firefighter

Notify Me; Inkster (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Notify Me in Inkster, MI is seeking a dedicated firefighter/EMT to perform specialized emergency-response duties, including fires, medical emergencies, hazmat, and technical rescues.

The role requires responding to alarms with the fire company, operating equipment, providing EMS care to patients, and maintaining station facilities; candidates must meet MI Fire Fighters Training Council standards and hold an EMT-B license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Firefighter I and II certification by Michigan Fire Fighters Training Council.
• Current Michigan EMT-B license.
• Successful completion of the Candidate Physical Ability Test.

Responsibilities

• Respond to alarms with the fire company and lay and connect hose lines and nozzles.
• Ventilate burning buildings using approved tools and positive‑pressure fans.
• Carry, place, and climb ground ladders to enter buildings and evacuate or rescue occupants.
• Operate firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical equipment.
• Assess patients, provide appropriate emergency medical care, and transport patients when required.
• Perform routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of fire station property and equipment.
• Remain available for emergency call‑back as required.

Skills

Emergency response

Medical care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Firefighter I & II certification (MI)

EMT-B license (MI)

Candidate Physical Ability Test

Job description

Performs specialized emergency-response duties that may involve personal hazards. Responds to fires, medical emergencies, hazardous-material incidents, and technical-rescue emergencies; provides emergency medical services up to the employee's level of training; and maintains fire station property and equipment.

Essential Duties and Job Functions

• Respond to alarms with the fire company and lay and connect hose lines and nozzles.


• Ventilate burning buildings using approved tools and positive‑pressure fans.


• Carry, place, and climb ground ladders to enter buildings and evacuate or rescue occupants.


• Operate firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical equipment.


• Assess patients, provide appropriate emergency medical care, and transport patients when required.


• Perform routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of fire station property and equipment.


• Remain available for emergency call‑back as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Michigan Fire Fighters Training Council certification as Firefighter I and II.


• Current Michigan Emergency Medical Technician Basic license.


• Successful completion of the Candidate Physical Ability Test.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.