Paid on Call Firefighter - Lateral

City of Farmington, MN; Farmington (MN); On-site; Part time

Job summary

The City of Farmington, MN is seeking a part-time firefighter responsible for providing fire suppression, prevention, and emergency medical services. Candidates must hold specific certifications and be ready to respond to emergencies, maintain equipment, and comply with department policies.

Qualifications

• Current certifications required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Extinguish and prevent fires, effect rescue, and render first aid.
• Respond to alarms and emergency calls.
• Maintain apparatus and equipment in good condition.

Job description

Salary:

$16.30 Hourly

Location:

430 3rd Street, Farmington - 1

Job Type:

Part-time

Job Number:

00038A

Department:

Fire

Opening Date:

05/07/2025

Closing Date:

05/14/2025 11:59 PM Central

Under the direction of the fire officers, this position is responsible for providing fire suppression, prevention, and emergency medical services to the community and contracting areas.

This position is open to lateral candidates who currently hold the required certifications.

Duties

1. Extinguish, and prevent fires, effect rescue, and render first aid.
2. Participate in field, classroom, and physical training programs, and keep current with significant changes in fire codes, fire prevention practices, firefighting equipment, procedures and methods, and new construction materials.
3. Respond to alarms and emergency calls.
4. Maintain apparatus, equipment, tools, and fire quarters to ensure all are in good condition and working order.
5. Drive and operate all fire vehicles and have the ability to put into service all equipment used by the department.
6. Comply with department SOGs, policies, organizational protocols, and state laws affecting fire and rescue services.
7. Keep officers informed of significant fire department matters, including the status of operations, special events, and personnel actions.
8. Properly and accurately complete run reports after each call.

Qualifications

Certifications required:

• NFPA 1001 Firefighter I
• NFPA 1072 Haz Mat Operations (2017) or NFPA 472 Haz Mat Operations (2013)
• Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
• NFPA 1002 Fire Apparatus Operator/Pumper or NFPA 1002 Fire Apparatus Operator/Aerial
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Additional questions:

1. Do you currently hold the required certifications?
   
   • Yes
   • No
2. Do you have a valid driver's license?
   
   • Yes
   • No
3. Do you wish to apply for Veteran's Preference? Complete the Veteran's Preference points and submit the required documentation (Member Copy 4 Veteran's DD214) by the application deadline.
   
   • Not Claiming Veteran's Preference
   • Veteran
   • Veteran with a Service-Connected Disability
   • Spouse of a Deceased Veteran
   • Spouse of a Disabled Veteran

Required Questions

Preferred Industries: Other