Firefighter

Village of Rantoul; Rantoul (IL); On-site; USD 19,800 - 24,200; Part time

Job summary

Experience Champaign Urbana is seeking Firefighters in Rantoul, IL. Firefighters will respond to alarms and emergencies, maintaining equipment and ensuring community safety.

Qualifications include being at least 21 years old, a high school diploma, and living within Rantoul limits. Training certifications must be obtained within three years. Currently, this position does not offer benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must live within the corporate city limits of the Village of Rantoul.
• Written skills test and oral interview required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire; medical; or other emergencies as required.
• Inspect equipment to ensure readiness for emergencies.
• Attend meetings and assist with fire prevention education.

Skills

Firefighter Operations Basic certification

National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification

Valid State of Illinois driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Firefighter

Village of Rantoul, IL | $22 an hour

Job Details

Department: Fire

Location: Fire Department (Rantoul, IL)

Position Type: PT Employee

Salary: $22.00 per call

Open Date: 06/01/2026

Description

JOB INFORMATION

Are you intrigued by the opportunity to work and support the renaissance of a community with a prominent history and prosperous future? The Village of Rantoul is the third largest community in Champaign County and it is situated in the heart of Central Illinois. This family-friendly village is experiencing tremendous growth combining its rural charm with high quality of life amenities. Rantoul offers an emerging economy with an established industrial park and commercial opportunities a diverse educational experience a downtown staged for redevelopment a 75+ acre sports complex and focus on health and wellness with numerous outdoor and indoor recreational amenities.

Village of Rantoul is now accepting applications for Firefighters. Our Firefighters will respond to fire alarms fires and other emergency calls.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Have at least a high school diploma or equivalent
• Willing to get your Firefighter Operations Basic certification from the State Fire Marshall within three years of employment
• Willing to get your National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification from the Federal Emergency Management Association in ICS 100 and ICS 200 within three years of employment
• Must live within the corporate city limits of the Village of Rantoul
• Written skills test; oral interview and pre-employment background check
• Valid State of Illinois driver’s license

Requirements

• Responds to fire; medical; or other emergencies as required
• Inspects equipment and supplies in order to ensure that all emergencies can be handled
• Restock supplies as needed
• Helps maintain fire truck; ensuring that the fire trucks are clean and pristine condition at all times
• Report any repair that is needed for vehicles and equipment to Fire Chief
• Attend meetings
• Assist with fire prevention and education at a variety of events
• Ventilates burning buildings which might include breaking windows or doors as needed
• Complete and pass all trainings that are required for this position in a timely manor
• Extricates victims
• Assist in keeping the fire house clean at all times
• Be able to operate emergency vehicles and equipment
• Conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times
• Complete all necessary paperwork/reports/check list after each response
• Performs all duties related to fire rescue; including connection and carrying fire hoses; carrying and setting up ladders; directing water and chemicals on burning items

Additional Information

If you need help with filling out your application for this position or have questions about this position please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

This position doesn't currently offer any benefits at this time. To learn more about this position please visit our career portal at Career Opportunities | Rantoul, IL - Official Website.

The Village of Rantoul is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunity in recruitment hiring and all other employment practices and decisions.