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