Job Description

FIRE FIGHTER

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform a variety of tasks when engaged in the combating, extinguishing and prevention of fires; answer medical calls, extricate and rescue individuals from fires and entrapment, respond to hazardous materials calls, and the operation and maintenance of fire department equipment, apparatus and quarters; and to perform related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work is performed under the supervision of a superior officer.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK: An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)

• Respond to fire alarms with fire company, connect and control hose lines and nozzles, erect ladders, turn water on or off and use extinguishers, axes, hooks and lifelines.
• Operate firefighting apparatus, pumps and other auxiliary fire equipment.
• Respond to emergency calls removing persons from danger and/or applying emergency medical techniques for life-threatening injuries.
• Respond to rescue calls, operate auxiliary power equipment and/or deploy rescue boat and other gear during search and rescue work.
• Perform general maintenance work in the upkeep of a fire station, clean and wash walls, care for grounds and make minor repairs.
• Wash, hang and dry hose.
• Wash, clean and polish fire apparatus.
• Prepare meals.
• Participate in fire prevention inspections.
• Make periodic inspections, flow tests and maintenance of fire hydrants.
• Post to daily station log, prepare accident and fire reports and other records.
• Participate in overhaul and salvage operations.
• Participate in drills and other departmental training functions.
• Perform related work as required.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:

• Knowledge of the geography, streets and principal locations in the city.
• Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
• Mechanical aptitude and mental alertness.
• Physically sound and active and must meet height, weight and physical requirements as established by policy.
• Willingness to perform any assigned task.
• Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees.

An employee in this class, upon application , should have the equivalent of the following training and experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school, plus some responsible work experience.
• Must possess Michigan Fire Fighter Training Council (MFTTC) Fire Fighter II.
• Must possess a valid State of Michigan EMT-Basic certification or higher.
• Must possess Hazardous Materials Operations Level certification or higher.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan driver’s license.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age.
• No felony convictions.
• A resume, cover letter and copies of the following certificates must accompany the completed job application at the time of application :
  • Michigan Firefighter Training Council (MFFTC) Fire Fighter II- LARA/BFS Certificate
  • State of Michigan EMT-Basic certification or higher MDHHS Certificate
  • Hazardous Materials Operations Level certification or higher
  • A current, valid test score of 80% or higher on Empco’s Firefighter written exam. You must have the Port Huron Fire Department selected in your profile.
    • To schedule a test through Empco, go to and follow the instructions. Create a new profile or log in to your existing Empco profile, then click on the Test Schedule to sign up for a Firefighter test. Be sure to select Port Huron Fire Department under the Select Agencies tab in your Empco profile in order for your test score and information to be viewable to our department.
  • Proof of valid CPAT (Candidate Physical Agility Test) OR successful completion of MFFTC Fire Fighter II at a State of Michigan Regional Training Center within the past 12 months OR proof of completion of a Physical Agility Test at a State of Michigan Regional Training Center within the past 12 months
    • For information on taking the CPAT visit:
    • For information on qualified Regional Training Centers visit:

Working Hours: 24-hour shift rotation; Fire Department operates 24-hours per day / 365 days per year

Salary Range: $58,622 - $78,162 annually

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• BCBS PPO Healthcare, Delta dental, life and optical insurance
• MERS Defined Contribution Plus Qualified Retirement Program
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457)
• Healthcare Savings Plan

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