On-Call Firefighter

Detroit Lakes Paid On-Call Firefighter

Location: Detroit Lakes, MN
Status: On-Call

The City of Detroit Lakes is accepting applications for the position of Paid On-Call Firefighter. This position performs skilled and semi-skilled work in protecting life and property through fire suppression, rescue operations, and emergency response services within the City of Detroit Lakes and surrounding area.

This is not a full-time position. Firefighters respond to calls as needed and participate in required training and department meetings.

• Age 21 or older
• High School diploma or GED Equivalent
• Valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License
• Must live within 4 miles or an 8-minute drive time of the Detroit Lakes Fire Station (417 Main St. W., Detroit Lakes, MN 56501)
• Successfully pass a written exam, oral interview, physical exam, and physical agility test.

• $15.00 per hour while responding to calls or on Standby

• Submit your Resume and Employment Application online at  to be considered. You must submit an application on the City of Detroit Lakes website to be considered for the position.

For additional questions, please contact our HR Director, Deon Strapp, at d

Note: Employment background investigation, drug, and alcohol testing may be conducted.

The City of Detroit Lakes is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.