CITY OF MUSKEGON HEIGHTS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FULL TIME FIRE FIGHTER
Please print, fill out and return the attached city application with the requested certifications.
MHFD Application
Download July 7, 2021CITY OF MUSKEGON HEIGHTS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FULL TIME FIRE FIGHTER
CITY OF MUSKEGON HEIGHTS
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
FIRE FIGHTER
Salary $37,606.77 – $48,380.33
(salary currently under review)
The City of Muskegon Heights is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Full-Time Fire Fighter. This employee does firefighting work in the protection of life and property by combating, extinguishing and preventing fires. A fire fighter is responsible for rapid and efficient performance on specialized equipment under emergency conditions. Although firefighting, including equipment operation is most important to the work of the firefighter, a large portion of their time is spent preparing to combat fires and maintaining fire station property and equipment. Work is normally performed under close supervision and specific work assignments are given by a superior officer both in fighting fires and at the station. A firefighter is subject to call at any time in case of emergencies. May be required to perform fire code and safety inspections. Performs all other related work as required or assigned.
- Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED
- State of Michigan Firefighter Level I & II Certification
- Valid Michigan Medical First Responder License (or Michigan Emergency Medical Technician License)
- Current Basic Life Support CPR Certification
- Valid Michigan driver’s license
- Experience in structural firefighting
Applicants may be required to complete the following:
- Written examination
- Physical agility test
- Multiple oral interviews
- Physical examination (including alcohol/drug screen)
- Comprehensive background investigation