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10 ON-CALL FIRE FIGHTERS - RED LAKE NATION FIRE DEPARTMENT

5 Ponemah District •5 Red Lake/Redby/Little Rock Districts

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

10 ON-CALL FIRE FIGHTERS

• 5 Ponemah District

• 5 Red Lake/Redby/Little Rock Districts

RED LAKE NATION FIRE DEPARTMENT

Open: Until Filled!

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

To be on-call for providing fire protection and related fire services to the Red Lake Reservation and to protect the lives and property of its community members. Reports to Director of Fire Department, part-time positions, salary; $8.00 hrly.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Responsible for taking directions from and assisting the Assistant Fire Chief with duties

• Responsible for knowing the procedures involved with fire fighting techniques; i.e., knowing how to connect the pumps to the water supply or hydrant and knowing how to monitor the gauges for proper water pressure, knowing how to dispense equipment from the trucks, etc.

• Responsible for participating in all training drills and attending any classes or training programs related to the fire fighting

• Performs other duties and assigned

EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Must possess the appropriate licenses needed for the operation of specific types of fire vehicles and a combination of mechanical experience

• Must pass a medical examination which shall include respiratory and physical agility testing and maintain good health

• Must be knowledgeable of the geography of the reservation, four communities and surrounding areas

• Must be able to work during periods of extreme physical and mental stress

• Must be able to accept constructive criticism and supervision and follow instructions

• Must have a personal telephone at home and/or active cellphone

• Must have a Valid Driver's License & Insurance

• Must pass background check and pre-employment drug test

To Apply: Applications (w/Résumé) and copies of certificates are accepted at Red Lake Human Resources Department - P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 - (218) 679-1847.

 

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