Ever wanted to be a firefighter in Detroit? Now is your chance! The Detroit Fire Department is looking to hire dozens of firefighters.
According to the fire department, they are specifically hiring 50 firefighters and said the department is considered one of the most desirable fire departments in the nation.
The Detroit Fire Department was established in 1860, and several firefighters spoke about why they love being a firefighter in the city.
According to DFD, after four years, the salary range for firefighters, EMTs and paramedics is around $70,000.
Naomi Rasschaert, a firefighter who has been on the job for eight years, said there's no other experience like being a firefighter in Detroit.
You can apply for the position on the government jobs website.
Minimum qualifications include:
Qualifications (required):
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. (General Educational Development) equivalent.
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements:
- Candidates must provide proof of a valid Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) at the time of interview and hire.
- Employees in this class will be required to operate a motor vehicle. Valid State of Michigan Operator License required.
- Employees in this class will be required to successfully pass and maintain a State of Michigan EMT license, at a minimum, and all required training to maintain.
- Employees in this class will be required to successfully pass and maintain the State of Michigan Firefighters Training Council eligibility standards.
- A valid State of Michigan EMT or Paramedic License is preferred
