Volunteer Firefighter

A Volunteer Firefighter responds to fires and other emergencies, operates necessary equipment and performs rescue operations. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Works under supervision and guidance of paid personnel. Reports first to Volunteer Coordinators, then Captain/Shift Officers.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Maintain written truck log, equipment reports and other documentation as required. Responds to medical, fire, rescue, and hazardous material incidents in an assigned vehicle. Ventilate burning buildings by opening windows and skylights or cutting holes in roofs and floors. Operate fire fighting apparatus including pumps, aerial ladders and auxiliary equipment, lay and connect hose, maneuver nozzles and direct force streams, raise and climb ladders, use bars, hooks, lines and other equipment. Safely drive firefighting apparatus. Perform rescue operations to remove persons trapped in burning buildings or other hazards. Assist in performing emergency medical duties in response to medical emergency calls such as fires and auto accidents and give immediate treatment to distress victims using appropriate life saving techniques. Assist with inspections of buildings throughout City for Fire Code conformance. Cleans and maintains living quarters. Attend training classes to learn job related techniques, methods and procedures. Participate in inspecting, maintaining and performing minor repairs of equipment, vehicles and apparatus to ensure proper functioning. Write reports and follow up on findings of inspections. Shift Work, minimum 3 twelve-hour shifts per month, 4 hours training per month, plus attend department meetings. New hires may be required to attend a volunteer academy. Must attend at least 2 of the major public relations events per year. Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Requirements: High School or G.E.D. Certification as Colorado Firefighter I. Certification as Colorado Emergency Medical Technician. Certification as Colorado Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certified by time of appointment. Certification of Colorado Firefighter II within one year of volunteering. Certification Colorado EMT IV within one year of volunteering. Valid Colorado Drivers license. Must have acceptable driving record according to City policy. Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment.

WORKING ENVIRONMENTS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift 120 lbs., climb, crawl, run quickly, kneel, crouch, stoop and twist upper body. Must pass agility test. Also must pass post offer physical examination, work in adverse and dangerous conditions such as extreme heat and cold, extreme noise, confined work space, electrical hazards, vibrations, chemicals, toxic waste, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, smoke, fire, collapsing structures.

How to apply: 1. Complete Federal Heights online employment application. 2. Send letter of interest and 3. Send resume to Human Resources: hr@fedheights.org Mail or drop off to 2380 W. 90th Avenue, Federal Heights, CO 80260; Fax to 303-428-3298. Successful applicants for all positions must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check. Police and Fire Department positions require additional pre-employment testing. The City of Federal Heights is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary: Volunteer Quarterly Stipend $150

Application Deadline: 2026-12-31