Paid Per Call Volunteer Firefighter
About The Position
A Firefighter serves the City of River Falls and surrounding townships by responding to a wide variety of incidents, including fire suppression, prevention, rescues, hazardous materials mitigation, and other emergency calls as required. Additionally, firefighters assist with providing fire and life safety education to building owners, homeowners, and citizens of River Falls. They may also support fire inspectors and investigators as needed. This position requires candidates to attend an informational meeting before advancing in the process. Informational meetings will be held at the River Falls Fire Station from 6pm - 7pm on the following dates: - August 12 - September 23 - October 7 - October 22. You are encouraged to bring your spouse or partner to the session so they can learn about the time commitment of the position. Application review to begin in October. Interviews for this position will be held in early November 2026.
Requirements
- Exceptional communication skills orally and written
- Perform CPR and administer basic first aid
- Comfortable working at varying heights above grade
- Function and work under stressful conditions
- Learn the geography of the River Falls Fire District, the location of important buildings and the street system
- Minimum High School Diploma, GED or HSED
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
- Valid driver’s license
- Live or work within Department responding district
- Must possess or obtain a Firefighter I certification, a Firefighter II certification, a Haz Mat Ops certification and have completed or will complete an emergency driver/operator class, within twenty-four (24) months of becoming a member of the department
Responsibilities
- Safely drive or ride in emergency vehicles in response to fire, rescue or other emergency incidents
- Wear appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment at all incidents
- Participate in department drills and training activities, maintaining proficiency in all emergency response, firefighting, and emergency medical skills
- Apply proper firefighting techniques to control and extinguish fires using equipment and procedures in accordance with safety guidelines
- Respond to hazardous materials incidents
- Quickly read and interpret hazard warnings and labels in emergency situations
- Communicate clearly, calmly, and confidently in oral and written communications
- Assume command in the absence of a ranking officer
- Comply with Federal Rules, Wisconsin State Law, City of River Falls Ordinances, and Department Administrative Regulations
- Perform maintenance and care of apparatus, equipment and tools; report needed repairs to the appropriate authorities
- Conduct pre-incident surveys of structures and businesses in the community
- Always present yourself in a courteous, professional and responsible manner; serve as a role model for members for department members, upholding high ethical and professional standards
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding fire and rescue incidents
- Keep stations, apparatus, tools, and equipment clean and in good operating condition
- Keep a superior officer informed of fire suppression developments and perform other duties as assigned
- During the course of the calendar year, the Department sponsors and participates in a number of Department and community events, including, but not limited to, an annual banquet, River Falls Days, Fire Safety Week, and an annual open house. Members are encouraged to participate in these Department events.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
