Cadet Firefighter

The South Lyon Fire Department is currently accepting applications for cadet firefighters (16-18 years old). All required training is provided completely free and you are compensated for attending training. Classes are held on evenings and weekends. Taking the department-provided classes at a community college can cost several thousands of dollars.

Hiring Process
The South Lyon Fire Department is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All applicants must reside within four (4) miles of the fire station. Valid Michigan driver's license with good driving record. (Cadet firefighters must possess a Level 2 Intermediate License). No felony, drug, violent crime, or criminal sexual conduct convictions. The South Lyon Fire Department is an at-will employer. As such, it is the right of the South Lyon Fire Department to terminate the employment of any employee at any time with or without cause. Falsification of, missed steps, or in completion of or during any portion of this process, can and may lead to your application not being accepted and this process being terminated. If there is any information found unacceptable to this department, you will be notified of this and advised of any issues or concerns and also of any next steps, if applicable. If at any time during this process your application is found to not meet the requirements of this department, you will also be notified.

Requirements: 16-18 years old, Level 2 Intermediate Michigan driver's license, high school diploma or G.E.D., reside within 4 miles of fire station, no felony/drug/violent crime convictions