Firefighter
Have you thought about becoming a
Milwaukee Firefighter?
The City of Milwaukee anticipates taking applications for Firefighter in late spring or early summer of 2008.
You may place your name on the Firefighter mailing list in order to be notified when applications are being taken.
Click here to be notified by US mail of the next application period for Firefighter. - Click here to be notified via Email when ANY new job opening is posted.
- Click here for the Firefighter Brochure (color).
- Click here for the Firefighter Recruitment Poster (color).
- Click here to download and view the Firefighter Recruitment video.
- Click here for the Milwaukee Fire Department's (MFD) website.
CAREER OPPORTUNITY: Firefighters respond to a wide range of emergencies, performing rescue, EMS (emergency medical services), and firefighting duties, as well as engaging in fire prevention education and carrying out other specialized assignments. While firefighting can be a hazardous occupation, it is also deeply rewarding.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum age 18.
U.S. Citizen.
High school graduate, GED or High School Equivalency Diploma.
A valid, regular motor vehicle operator's license.
NOTE: Candidates must possess the mental and physical ability to perform the duties of the firefighter position.
SERVICE: Each day provides the opportunity to help Milwaukee's citizens. Firefighters stand ready to answer the call of duty 24/7.
EXCELLENT PAY AND BENEFITS PACKAGE: The current starting salary is $34,009, with regular pay increases and the possibility of earning overtime. Generous leave, insurance, and education benefits are provided, and firefighters can retire after 22 years of service at age 49.
FOCUS ON FITNESS: Firefighters keep themselves in top mental and physical condition.
DEPARTMENT-WIDE COMMITMENT TO SAFETY: Exceptional training, equipment, and work practices support MFD's culture of safety.
SCHEDULING FLEXIBILITY: Firefighters work an average of ten 24-hour days per month, affording free time for other pursuits.
CAMARADERIE: Firefighters form lasting bonds with their coworkers.
CAREER ENRICHMENT AND ADVANCEMENT POTENTIAL: From serving on special teams to applying for promotions, growth opportunities abound.
The City of Milwaukee is an equal opportunity employer that values and encourages diversity.