Firefighter

City of Ann Arbor•Ann Arbor, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Firefighter role with a specific salary structure. To be considered, applicants must possess a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) certification at the time of application. CPAT testing is available at Schoolcraft College. The application deadline is July 2, 2026. Applicants are required to attach copies of all certifications. This position is represented by the IAFF union, and further information can be found in the IAFF collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) certification at time of application
Fire Fighter I and II Certification Required
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment
Ability to meet such medical and physical standards as may be required at the time of appointment
Have no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions
Must possess a valid State of Michigan Emergency Medical Technician license
Must possess a valid US Driver’s License
Fifteen (15) credit hours from an accredited college OR Active military guard/or reserve or DD214
EMPCO score of 75% or more
Ability to understand and learn firefighting and medical response information from oral and written sources
Ability to read and write the English language at a level necessary for efficient performance
Ability to understand and follow oral instructions
Ability to effectively communicate in English through oral and written communication
Use modern office equipment, including computers, computer applications and software
Ability to work long hours under stressful conditions
Ability to apply a wide variety of firefighting duties, methods and procedures including the operation of firefighting and medical equipment and tools
Ability to perform physical and strenuous rescue and firefighting work requiring physical strength, coordination, endurance and flexibility
Ability to learn technical information in a classroom setting and transfer this knowledge to actions
Ability to exercise judgment during hazardous circumstances and to act quickly and effectively during emergencies
Must be able to adhere to all physical requirements necessitated for a firefighter position.
Requires stamina and physical endurance needed to sustain prolonged, rigorous physical activity during emergency situations.
Requires physical dexterity as needed to don equipment quickly, tie knots, etc.
Physical demands include the ability to lift, push/pull, hold and carry in excess of 50 pounds.
The ability to climb step stools, step ladders, extension and aerial ladders, as well as 3 or more flights of stairs.
Physically able to operate assigned apparatus and equipment.
Operating office equipment requiring continuous or repetitive hand/arm movements.

Nice To Haves

Participate, earn a certification, and keep certification of the Blue Card Incident Command System when required by the Fire Chief
Pass any written and practical exam specified by the medical control board.
Must possess or successful complete Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification and pass a written exam required by the Washtenaw/Livingston Medical Control Authority to provide basic EMT services within the County of Washtenaw within the first six months of employment.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergencies with a fire company, may enter burning buildings with hose lines, operate nozzles and extinguish the fire as directed
Operate hand fire extinguishers, fog nozzles and similar equipment in extinguishing fires; raise, lower and climb ladders; and ventilate burning buildings to carry off smoke and gases and assist in returning equipment to service
Rescue persons from danger and administer medical aid as necessary
Perform salvage operations such as throwing covers, evacuating water, removing debris and performing general cleanup at the fire scene
Perform routine housekeeping duties at a fire station, such as mowing grass, cooking, making beds, cleaning walls, washing windows and sweeping floors
Assist with limited repair and maintenance work on fire equipment and apparatus
Attend and participate in training sessions to learn firefighting strategies and tactics, equipment operation, medical aid and street and hydrant locations
Check and inventory all personal protective equipment, firefighting tools and equipment for readiness (e.g. protective clothing, breathing apparatus, rescue equipment, hoses, hand tools, etc.); place personal safety gear on apparatus; check emergency medical care equipment for readiness (e.g. replenish first aid supplies in trauma box).
Report any missing, damaged or non-functioning equipment
Communicate with fire crew, other fire crews or supervisors, fire department management staff and incident commanders; follow verbal instructions
Promote life safety and prevention among public contacts
Perform associated fire and rescue work as assigned.