Firefighter

Midwestcityok; Midwest City (OK); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

The City of Midwest City is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter in the Fire Department. In this role, under the supervision of a Captain, you will fight fires, provide emergency medical services, and respond to a wide range of emergencies to save lives and protect property.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and EMT-B certification prior to start date, with a valid Oklahoma driver license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must possess EMT-B prior to start date.
• Must pass written and physical exams.
• Must possess valid Oklahoma driver license and be insurable.
• Background check and polygraph required.

Responsibilities

• Responds to all alarms and calls, operates firefighting and emergency equipment.
• Rides fire truck and lays/ connects hoses to hydrants.
• Extinguishes fires in various settings and directs fire streams.
• Performs rescue and medical assistance duties and administers first aid.
• Acts as vehicle driver as needed and coordinates with supervisor.
• Maintains firefighting apparatus and equipment; reports failures.
• Participates in training, pre-planning, and safety programs.
• Supports public education and fire prevention activities.

Skills

Firefighting knowledge

EMS experience

Rescue operations

Public safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EMT-B National Registry

Job description

Now Hiring: Firefighter

Fire Department | City of Midwest City

Starting Pay: $55,622 - $62,442/YR w/excellent benefits

(lateral hires from other departments will be considered with a 3 to 1 possible service credit with a max of 6 years - depending on qualifications, with recommendation from Fire Chief and approval of City Manager)

This position is designated as safety/security sensitive and is subject to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion and random drug and alcohol screening.

Application Deadline

Applications accepted until end of day Friday, October 9, 2026

All applicants are required to take the written test and a Minimum Physical Performance/Agility Test through City of Midwest City (details to follow).

Join Our Team!

The City of Midwest City is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter in the Fire Department.

What You'll Do

In this role, under the direct supervision of a Captain, you will fight fires, provide emergency medical services, and response to other emergency incidents to save lives and property. You will perform related prevention, education, and support activities.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Under the direction of a Captain, responds to all alarms and calls to which their company is assigned, operates firefighting and other emergency response equipment, and aids in protection of life and property.
• Rides fire truck, lays and connects hoses to hydrants.
• Directs fire streams and extinguishes fire in a variety of situations including residential dwellings, commercial buildings, grass fires and aircraft crashes.
• Performs various rescue and medical assistance duties including removing victims from occupancies filled with heat, smoke or toxic gases and freeing victims from trapped vehicles.
• Administers first aid to victims as required.
• Acts as a vehicle driver when assigned by supervisor. May act as relief driver in the absence of the Apparatus Operator.
• Assists in the inspection of firefighting apparatus and the maintenance and upkeep of equipment in order to insure proper operation, and reports any mechanical failures to supervisor.
• Attends training and drill sessions to receive instructions in all aspects of firefighting. Participates in all training, pre-planning and all other programs as assigned.
• Within the first year of employment, learns all phases of Fire, EMS, and Emergency Response practices and performs these to the best of his training and capabilities. Keeps abreast of Firefighting, EMS, and Emergency Response techniques, current and new.
• Performs salvage and overhaul as required.
• Participates in pre-fire planning and fire prevention activities.
• Responsible for routine maintenance and upkeep of fire station, grounds, and equipment.
• Assists in public education activities as necessary.
• Participates in the Departments physical fitness program.
• Shows proper respect to supervisors.
• Follows all orders.
• Performs other functions as assigned and other duties as required.

Job requirements include:

• Knowledge of firefighting, rescue, and other emergency response techniques and fire department operations.
• Knowledge of fire department equipment maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of other City departments and how they relate to the Fire Department.
• Knowledge of City streets, hydrant locations and water supply systems.
• Knowledge of correct safety policies, procedures and regulations.
• Skill in the use of basic algebraic functions and applications.
• Skill in the operation of firefighting and other emergency response equipment.
• Skill in the application of emergency medical assistance techniques.
• Ability to develop and utilize pre-fire plans.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, other City departments and the public.
• Ability to control emotions and actions in stressful situations.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to withstand heavy physical activity during stressful and non-stressful situations.
• Must possess valid Oklahoma driver's license and be insurable.
• Must be able to pass a background check and a polygraph.
• Must be able to pass Candidate Physical Aptitude Test.
• Must meet the medical requirements set forth by the Oklahoma Firefighters Pension and Retirement System.
• EMT- B National Registry is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Oklahoma Driver license and be insurable
• Must meet state pension requirements
• Must pass written and physical exams
• Must possess EMT-B prior to start date

Preferred Qualifications

• FF1, FF2, Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Ops, Intro to Technical Rescue, Vehicle Extrication, current CPR card, LPG Emergency Operations, WMD Awareness, Intro to Computers, NIMS (IMS)

Certification Requirements

Applicant must possess EMT-B prior to start date.

Safety-Sensitive Position

This position is designated as safety/security sensitive and is subject to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, and random drug and alcohol screening. The position is also subject to applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements under the United States Department of Transportation regulations, the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act, and/or Oklahoma Medical Marijuana laws. Marijuana is included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license does not excuse an employee from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.

The City of Midwest City is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

You may also apply in person using the employment kiosk at:

City of Midwest City - Human Resources 100 N. Midwest Blvd. Midwest City, OK

*This is a job posting abbreviated from the full job description. For the full job description, please contact Human Resources.