Fire Fighter jobs in Minnesota

Salary : $20.30 Hourly

$20.30 Hourly

Location : Chaska, MN

Chaska, MN

Job Type : Part-Time

Part-Time

Job Number : 23-00060

23-00060

Department : Fire

Fire

Division : Paid on-call

Paid on-call

Opening Date : 04 / 01 / 2024

04 / 01 / 2024

Closing Date :

4 / 30 / 2024 11 : 59 PM Central

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Reports To : Fire Chief

Fire Chief

Job Summary

This paid-on-call firefighter position protects life and property by performing firefighting and rescue skills. Under the direction of Chaska Fire Department (CFD) command staff, the paid-on-call firefighter provides medical care, responds to hazardous materials incidents and performs fire prevention duties while maintaining fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities.

Salary : Members are paid at an hourly rate for calls, training sessions, meetings, and other events according to the Fire Department's Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG).

Benefits : Eligible for member benefits offered according to the CFD Relief Association.

Important Dates : April 25, 2024Required informational night at 6 pm at the Chaska Fire Station285 EnglerBlvd, Chaska, MN)Please bring your family to learn about the Chaska Fire Department.

Week of May 13, 2024First Round Interviews

Responsibilities

Contains and extinguishes fires, works inside, outside and on top of burning and / or smoke-filled structures.Operates fire department apparatus and equipment in accordance with fire department protocol and with due care for the safety of personnel, citizenry and property.

Participates in fire department drills, attends classes in firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and related subjects.

Operates radio and other communication equipment.Renders emergency medical treatment commensurate to their level of training and certification to injured or ill victims.

Participates in fire prevention and safety education events and outreach programs.Prepares, inspects, and cleans equipment, apparatus and facilities to ensure its proper functioning.

Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment.Performs salvage operations such as spreading salvage covers, moving furniture, sweeping water and removing debris.

Maintains individual firefighting skills, including physical condition. Stays abreast of developments in the firefighting field and changes in related laws and ordinances.

Maintain a due regard for safety and welfare of the fire department personnel and the public at all times.Positively represents the fire department at civic and public meetings.

Maintains and improves rescue and firefighting knowledge and skills. Attends internal and external training and maintains familiarity with fire department protocols, equipment operating procedures and the city street system.

Shall carry out duties in conformance with Federal, State and City laws and ordinances.Perform other related work as the Captain, Assistant Chief, or the Fire Chief may direct.

Qualifications

Education and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED equivalentMust be at least 18 years of ageValid Minnesota driver's license or ability to obtain before the first date of employmentOther Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must reside within 10 minutes of the Chaska Fire Station (using Google Maps, MapQuest, Waze, Apple Maps as a guide - may be asked to provide proof).

Successful completion of Firefighter I and II certification within the first year of employment.Successful completion of medical training (EMT or 1st Responder with the State of Minnesota) within the first year of employment.

Attends a minimum of 5 Monday night department trainings per quarter and completes a minimum of 15 hour of training per quarter.

A minimum of 15 hours of duty crew per month and 15% response rate to all paged incidents per quarter.Must maintain driver's license.

Appointees will be subject to completion of a standard probationary period of 1 year.Must be able to pass a background check with no felony convictions, as well as a medical, psychological, and stress exam.

Ability to learn the operations of fire suppression and other emergency equipment.Ability to perform required duties in emergency and stressful situations.

Ability to understand and follow both verbal and written instructions.Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.

Ability to perform strenuous work for prolonged periods of time under conditions of extreme height, intense heat or cold, noise, smoke, or obscured vision during firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials, medical response, and training,Effective written and oral communication skills.

Other Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Active Minnesota State Firefighter l and / or ll certificationCurrent Certified First Responder or Emergency Medical Technician

Equipment, Mental & Physical Demands

Required Informational Night on Wednesday, April 25th at 6 pm at the Chaska Fire Station. 285 Engler Blvd, Chaska, MN 55318.

Please bring your family to learn about the Chaska Fire Department.

First Round interviews the week of May 13, 2024

As a part-time city employee you

be eligible for the following benefits :

457B Tax Deferred Retirement planPension Through PERA - Employer Match (depends on position), or Chaska Fire Relief Association (for Paid On-Call Fire positions)

Life insurance through NCPERS, if contributing to PERA

Chaska Community Center : Individual Membership (depends on position)Chaska Town Course discounts - depends on position

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Do you hold a valid MN driver's license or are you able to obtain a MN driver's license by the start date?

YesNo

Have you earned a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent?

YesNo

Do you reside within 10 minutes of the Chaska Fire Station (285 Engler Blvd, Chaska, MN 55318) using Google Maps, MapQuest, Waze, or Apple Maps as a guide?

YesNoUnsure

Required Question

Last updated : 2024-04-06