Firefighter/EMT

Now Hiring Paid On-Call Firefighters HELP PROTECT YOUR COMMUNITY In selecting a Fire Service occupation, you will become a member of a distinguished and honorable profession that dates back to Roman times. Firefighters have always been looked upon by their neighbors, friends and peers as true public servants. They are among an elite group of men and women who have dedicated their lives to help those in need. The Fire Services is not just about fighting fires. The South Lyon Fire Department is currently accepting applications for paid-on-call firefighters (18+ years old) and 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 paid-on-call Firefighter applicants must be eighteen (18) years of age and have at minimum, a high school diploma or G.E.D. 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.

New Hire Training The South Lyon Fire Department requires all probationary firefighters to successfully complete the following credentials courses prior to being promoted to the rank of firefighter. SLFD will pay for the tuition and supply the equipment for all of these courses. Probationary firefighters are compensated for their time in class. Failure to pass any of these required courses will result in termination of employment.

Requirements: 18+ years old, high school diploma or GED, valid Michigan driver's license with good driving record, reside within 4 miles of fire station, EMT Basic certification, no felony/drug/violent crime/criminal sexual conduct convictions

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled