Employment Opportunities

How do I apply to become a member of the Fire Department? 

The department is a paid-on-call Fire Department, with the only career position held by the Fire Chief.  There are over 60 paid-on-call members comprising EMTs, firefighters and paramedics in the department which serve the community.  Candidates should be a City resident at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, a valid drivers license, and are in good physical condition.  The candidate will be required to pass a written examination (or hold a current EMT Basic/IV/Paramedic), pass an interview, the physical agility test (PPT)(firefighters) or have a valid CPAT.  All candidates will be required to take and pass pass a medical and drug screening exam.   Please review the Paid On-Call Firefighter/EMT Employment Information below.  Candidates must submit a completed Employment Application to the Fire Department on Buntrock Avenue for review.  (This is not an online fillable form.  Print and complete).  Questions, call the Fire Department at (262) 242-2530 for more information about becoming a member. 

Internship Program Application/Information:  The purpose of this program is to provide career firefighter responsibilities and experiences to selected students enrolled in the Milwaukee Area Technical College Fire Protection Technician Program.  Next Application Period:  TBD