Voluntary Paid Firefighters Duchesne County- Fruitland, Tabiona/Hanna, Neola Departments

Duchesne County•Duchesne, UT

8d•$15 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Voluntary Paid Firefighter serves as a frontline first responder responsible for protecting life, property, and natural resources throughout Duchesne County. This role requires a strong commitment to public safety, teamwork, and ongoing training. Firefighters are only paid when called out for duty.

Requirements

Possession of Incident Command System (ICS) certifications 100 and 700
Valid driver's license
Ability to successfully complete the Arduous Work Capacity Test (Pack Test): 45 lb vest, 3-mile walk, completed within 45 minutes
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 100–150+ lbs and drag up to 200 lbs
Capable of extensive walking and hiking over rugged terrain, often in remote environments while carrying 50–75 lbs
Frequent bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying required
Full range of motion and flexibility necessary to perform firefighting and mitigation duties
Ability to work in physically demanding conditions for extended periods (60+ minutes), often in adverse environments
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, motor vehicle record (MVR) review, and pre-employment drug test

Responsibilities

Respond to emergency incidents within assigned jurisdictions and throughout Duchesne County, including structural and wildland fires, vehicle accidents and extrications, hazardous materials incidents, automatic and manual fire alarm activations, and natural disasters.
Provide support to EMS and Law Enforcement during multi-agency incidents.
Protect lives, community infrastructure, private property, and natural resources across Duchesne County.
Participate in regular training drills and exercises.
Maintain required certifications and operational proficiency.
Ensure all apparatus and equipment are properly maintained and response-ready.
Work collaboratively with local, state, and federal partners.
Serve as a key member of the county's integrated emergency response network.
Support a coordinated and effective response to all emergency situations.