Volunteer Firefighter
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Job overview
City of New Ulm is hiring a Volunteer Firefighter. The New Ulm Volunteer Fire Department is seeking volunteer firefighters to serve the community. This role involves responding to various emergencies, including fires, rescues, and medical incidents. Responsibilities also include participating in regular training sessions and maintaining firefighting equipment. Members are required to meet specific response and attendance percentages for calls, meetings, and training.
Key focus areas include Respond to fires, Respond to rescues, and Respond to medical emergencies.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, Valid Driver's License, and Must Be 18+.
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Job Duties
The New Ulm Volunteer Fire Department is accepting applications for Volunteer Firefighters. This is a rewarding opportunity to serve your community by responding to fires, rescues, medical emergencies, and other incidents while participating in regular training and maintaining firefighting equipment. Members must respond to at least 45% of fire calls and attend 65% of meetings and training sessions.
Interviews will be conducted in September 2026.
Apply online at www.newulmmn.gov by 4:00 PM on September 1st. Questions? Call Human Resources at 507-359-8235. EOE
Minimum Education Required
Applicants must be at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma or GED, hold a valid driver's license, and reside within a 10-minute drive of the New Ulm Fire Station.
Minimum Experience Required
Required firefighter training and certifications must be completed after hire.
Shift
Other
Number of Openings
1
Compensation
$
Postal Code
56073
Job Type
Part Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
46148
Job Benefits
Volunteer firefighters receive $15 per emergency call (paid annually) and earn an $8,000 pension credit for each year of service. Members become vested after 10 years and can earn up to $160,000 after 20 years of service.
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