Firefighter Career: Impact, Growth & Community Service

City of Coon Rapids; Coon Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 88,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Coon Rapids is seeking Career Firefighters to join a dedicated team serving the community with bravery and integrity. You will respond to fires and emergencies, inspect buildings, and maintain equipment while upholding core values of service, trust, teamwork, and excellence.

Minimum qualifications include 18 years of age, a high school diploma or GED, MN driver’s license, Firefighter II certification, and EMT certification (NREMT).

Qualifications

• 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current Firefighter II certification from MN Board / IFSAC or NFPA Pro Board.
• Current EMT certification (NREMT) and MN driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Responds to fire alarms and emergency calls to extinguish or control fires.
• Conducts fire prevention inspections and pre-fire planning.
• Maintains fire apparatus and equipment.
• Attends regular training to maintain firefighter skills.
• Operates fire apparatus as driver/operator.

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Communication

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Firefighter II certification

EMT certification (NREMT)

MN driver's license

Tools

NREMT/EMT certification

Minnesota Firefighter License

Job description

The City of Coon Rapids is seeking Career Firefighters to join a dedicated team serving the community with bravery and integrity. You will respond to fires and emergencies, inspect buildings, and maintain equipment while upholding core values of service, trust, teamwork, and excellence.

Minimum qualifications include 18 years of age, a high school diploma or GED, MN driver’s license, Firefighter II certification, and EMT certification (NREMT).