Paid-on-call Firefighter

City of Fridley; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Job summary

City of Fridley is seeking a part-time firefighter to respond to emergencies in the assigned district and participate in required training and drills. You will operate fire apparatus, perform suppression, and engage in hazardous materials response per NFPA standards.

Within 24 months, you must complete training and obtain certification as an Emergency Medical Responder, Firefighter I, Firefighter II and HazMat Operational level, with preference given to those already holding FF I/II or

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Minnesota Driver's License by date of hire with no restrictions and good driving history.
• Within 24 months of start date, complete training and obtain certification as an Emergency Medical Responder, Firefighter I, Firefighter II and Hazardous Materials Operational level.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency incidents within assigned district and during scheduled periods, meeting minimum participation requirements.
• Perform firefighting activities in accordance with NFPA Standards, including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, and performing suppression, ventilation and overhaul tasks.
• Perform activities related to technical rescue, emergency medical, and hazardous materials response.
• Participates in required weekly drills, department meetings, committee and community activities, and other required training activities and meets minimum participation and competency verification requirements.
• Serve on standby crew and/or duty crew as assigned.
• Participates in the general maintenance of department facilities and equipment in accordance with department procedures, such as clean and wash station facilities and equipment; care for grounds around station; wash, hang and dry hose; wash, clean, inspect and maintain test apparatus and equipment.
• Participate in and make presentations of department programs/activities to individuals, groups in the community on safety, medical and fire prevention topics.
• Within 24 months of start date, successfully complete training and obtain certification as an Emergency Medical Responder, Firefighter I, Firefighter II and Hazardous Materials Operational level. (Preference will be given to those who have completed Firefighter I, Firefighter II, EMT, or Hazmat certifications.)

Skills

Minnesota Driver's License

Education

Emergency Medical Responder

Firefighter I

Firefighter II

Hazardous Materials Operational Level

Job description

• Respond to emergency incidents within assigned district and during scheduled periods, meeting minimum participation requirements.
• Perform firefighting activities in accordance with NFPA Standards, including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, and performing suppression, ventilation and overhaul tasks.
• Perform activities related to technical rescue, emergency medical, and hazardous materials response.
• Participates in required weekly drills, department meetings, committee and community activities, and other required training activities and meets minimum participation and competency verification requirements.
• Serve on standby crew and/or duty crew as assigned.
• Participates in the general maintenance of department facilities and equipment in accordance with department procedures, such as clean and wash station facilities and equipment; care for grounds around station; wash, hang and dry hose; wash, clean, inspect and maintain test apparatus and equipment.
• Participate in and make presentations of department programs/activities to individuals, groups in the community on safety, medical and fire prevention topics.
• Within 24 months of start date, successfully complete training and obtain certification as an Emergency Medical Responder, Firefighter I, Firefighter II and Hazardous Materials Operational level. (Preference will be given to those who have completed Firefighter I, Firefighter II, EMT, or Hazmat certifications.)

Job Duties

Essential Job Functions

• Respond to emergency incidents within assigned district and during scheduled periods, meeting minimum participation requirements.
• Perform firefighting activities in accordance with NFPA Standards, including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, and performing suppression, ventilation and overhaul tasks.
• Perform activities related to technical rescue, emergency medical, and hazardous materials response.
• Participates in required weekly drills, department meetings, committee and community activities, and other required training activities and meets minimum participation and competency verification requirements.
• Serve on standby crew and/or duty crew as assigned.
• Participates in the general maintenance of department facilities and equipment in accordance with department procedures, such as clean and wash station facilities and equipment; care for grounds around station; wash, hang and dry hose; wash, clean, inspect and maintain test apparatus and equipment.
• Participate in and make presentations of department programs/activities to individuals, groups in the community on safety, medical and fire prevention topics.
• Within 24 months of start date, successfully complete training and obtain certification as an Emergency Medical Responder, Firefighter I, Firefighter II and Hazardous Materials Operational level. (Preference will be given to those who have completed Firefighter I, Firefighter II, EMT, or Hazmat certifications.)

Minimum Education Required

• Within 24 months of start date, successfully complete training and obtain certification as an Emergency Medical Responder, Firefighter I, Firefighter II and Hazardous Materials Operational level. (Preference will be given to those who have completed Firefighter I, Firefighter II, EMT, or Hazmat certifications.)

Minimum Experience Required

• Possession of a valid Minnesota Driver's License by date of hire with no restrictions and good driving history.

Shift

Rotating

Number of Openings

6

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$18.14 / Hourly

Additional Compensation

Contribution volunteer relief association, unemployment,

Postal Code

55432

Job Type

Part Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

64111

Job Benefits

Life insurance