Job Opening
Department
Fire
location
Fire Stations 1 & 2, Ferndale MI
Salary Range
$49,471.02 to $71,543.46
Exempt / Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
employment type
Full Time
The City of Ferndale is seeking firefighters—aka superheroes, lifesavers, educators, and general doers of awesome things! Firefighters serve and protect the community through firefighting, fire prevention, inspections, education, and ongoing training programs. Our firefighters are first responders, combating and extinguishing fires; performing rescues, hazmat responses, and life support functions; and engaging in other specialized duties under emergency conditions, frequently involving personal hazard and/or severe weather conditions. The department has a staff of 24 firefighters, 1 Fire Marshal, and 1 Administrative Assistant with an annual budget of approximately $4.5 million. Command staff are required to be Fire Inspector 1 Certified. The Department is a member of the OAKWAY mutual aid group and works collaboratively with its neighboring departments. Check out the qualifications and certs below.
Preference will be given to those candidates who have a Paramedic License that is valid in the State of Michigan. Highest preference will be given to those candidates who possess all desired qualifications.
Please view our brochure for more information and use the link above to apply.