Firefighter/EMT

The Pewaukee Fire Department is recruiting and currently accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Benefited Firefighter/EMT with an anticipated start date in August for the Fire Academy. For candidates selected to continue, the hiring process includes:

1. Initial Phone Interviews (May)
2. Two written assessments completed at Pewaukee City Hall (mid-May)
3. Panel and Fire Commission Interviews (June)
4. Conditional Job Offers (late June)

Applications and copies of other documents described below must be submitted to the City of Pewaukee Employee Services Department no later than April 24, 2026 on the online job application portal at https://www.cityofpewaukee.us/137/Employment-Opportunities.  Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.  

Qualifications:

Required to be a State of Wisconsin certified EMT and Firefighter I; will be required to obtain Wisconsin State Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Certification, both pumping and aerial as well as Firefighter II within first year or as agreed upon by Command Staff. The Department will sponsor the applicant through Paramedic school after one year and applicants must pass the course to continue their employment. Applicants are required to hold a current CPAT Certificate or pass CPAT within 3 months of hire. Also, must possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. 

 Out-of-state candidates will be required to obtain Wisconsin reciprocity within 24 months of appointment for fire service certifications.

Required Documentation: 

A completed online application.  Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of a job application.  Begin the online application process in our Career Center using this link:   https://www.cityofpewaukee.us/137/Employment-Opportunities  Internal candidates may login to ADP and apply directly under Myself/Talent/Career Center and click on "Firefighter/EMT".

Copies of the required licenses and certifications listed above must be uploaded with the online application.

A cover letter that addresses the following must also be uploaded with the online application:

a.  A summary of firefighting experience and work history.

b.  A description of your career goals.

c.  A summary of the factors that will distinguish you as the best-qualified person for the job.

A failure to comply with any of the foregoing requirements may result in the disqualification of the applicant.

Please direct any questions to Employee Services at 262-691-6035.