On-Call Firefighter Trainee – Entry Level

County of San Juan; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

County of San Juan is seeking an on-call emergency responder as a basic firefighter assigned to a crew under direct supervision in Palmer, Alaska. The role requires completing the Mat-Su Borough Basic Firefighter course or an equivalent training program from another fire service organization.

Pay is $18.84 per hour with an on-call schedule. This entry-level posting (Job number 2026-00019) targets individuals ready to support emergency response operations for the county’s fire service.

Qualifications

• Entry-level / academy posting per the title.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic firefighting tasks under direct supervision at emergency scenes.

Skills

Firefighter basics

Education

Basic Firefighter Certification

Job description

County of San Juan is seeking an on-call emergency responder as a basic firefighter assigned to a crew under direct supervision in Palmer, Alaska. The role requires completing the Mat-Su Borough Basic Firefighter course or an equivalent training program from another fire service organization.

Pay is $18.84 per hour with an on-call schedule. This entry-level posting (Job number 2026-00019) targets individuals ready to support emergency response operations for the county’s fire service.