Airport Firefighter

The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) is accepting applications for the position of Airport Firefighter. This recruitment process will fill anticipated Airport Firefighter openings and establish an eligibility list for future openings. The Airport Firefighter position is a full-time position located at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The Airport Firefighters are responsible for a variety of functions within the MSP International Airport and neighboring communities, including the following: respond to emergency and non-emergency incidents which include the provision of medical, fire suppression, and rescue services. Protecting life and property from the hazards of fire, providing assistance and responding to various types of medical and other emergencies. Firefighters apply fire suppression methods to control and stop property damage, save lives through rescue from fire or other hazardous environments, provide efficient and immediate care to the ill and injured, perform safety inspections and participate in public education programs. This is a full-time Firefighter job opportunity with 24-hour shifts and average of 56 hours per week, including 3 hours that are subject to Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) that shall be paid at one and one-half (1 1/2) times the base hourly rate.

Essential Tasks: Respond to calls for aircraft emergencies, structural fires, medical emergencies, motor vehicle accidents or fires, grass or wild land fires and other calls as directed. Conduct applicable tactics to rescue victims as directed from aircraft fires, motor vehicle accidents, structure fires and other emergency situations. Select and supply appropriate extinguishing agents to the source of fire. Drive and operate all fire department apparatus and equipment. Work with ambulance service provider in medical response situations to ensure that the highest level of emergency medical care is provided. Prepare written reports detailing patient care or specific fire fighting and rescue actions taken on-scene. Conduct daily and weekly vehicle and equipment inspections as assigned. Ensure all vehicle discrepancies are documented on the vehicle check out sheet and reported to one of the on-duty captains. Conduct all radio communications with the tower and the Communications Center in a professional, respectful manner. Conduct fire safety, fire extinguisher and pre-fire planning inspections. Conduct public education programs. Keep all fire department equipment and property in good operating condition and report discrepancies to one of the on-duty captains. Perform housekeeping duties during each shift, keeping the station clean and in good order. Participate in all fire department training activities. Maintain current knowledge of airport layout including runways, taxiways and ramp areas. Maintain current knowledge of all airport response areas including the military areas and fuel storage facilities. Maintain current knowledge of department procedures for elevator and escalator rescue operations.

COMPENSATION OVERVIEW: The Fire Fighter classification includes four pay steps. 2026 Hourly Rate: $33.912 - $38.869. 2026 Annual Salary (including FLSA and Holiday Value Pay): $107,833 - $123,595. A 3% wage increase will take effect on January 1, 2027, as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. Please note: New hires are placed at step 1 of the Fire Fighter pay scale.

To apply: click the "Apply" link located just above the position description, log-in and follow the instructions provided. This is a safety-sensitive position which will require a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent, Minimum of two years fire fighter work experience (full-time, part-time, paid on-call, volunteer, or military), Valid government issued driver's license unrestricted except for corrective lenses, Current MN Board of Fire Fighter Training and Education (MBFTE) Fire Fighter License (or ability to obtain within 90 days of appointment), Completion of HAZMAT Operations level course/NFPA 472 Hazmat Operations Level Certification, Current Minnesota Fire Service Certification Board (MFSCB) Fire Fighter II, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) Fire Fighter II, or ProBoard Fire Fighter II Certification, Current National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification (or current MN Office of Emergency Medical Services EMT Certification with ability to obtain National Registry EMT within one year), Clear and articulate written and oral communication skills, Ability to operate telephone service, Able to swim, climb ladders, ascend and descend stairs

Salary: $33.91 - $38.87 Hourly

Application Deadline: 2026-10-05