The City of Marshall is now accepting applications to fill paid-on-call Firefighter positions. We hope you will consider employment with the Marshall Fire Department. We strive to Cultivate the Best in You!
We provide paid training, membership in the Marshall Fire Relief Association, a lump sum pension benefit at retirement, camaraderie, and fellowship with a team of highly trained firefighters.
JOIN US for our Firefighter Recruitment Open House Event! JULY 8, 2025 from 6-8 PM
If you are interested in learning more about the responsibilities and benefits of being a paid-on-call firefighter in Marshall, you are invited to attend this open house event! We would enjoy the opportunity to meet you, talk about the testing process, and answer any questions you may have. The Open House event will be on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the Fire Station, 201 E. Saratoga Street, Marshall. (attendance is recommended, but not required to apply)
Paid-On-Call Firefighter position summary:
Under the direction of the Fire Chief and general supervision of the department officers (Deputy Chief, Asst Chiefs, Captains or Lieutenants), the Firefighter is responsible for the care, operation, and condition of fire apparatus.
Provides the City with prevention and mitigation of emergencies and disaster, through proper planning, public education, and code enforcement to protect life and property. Responds to emergencies involving fire, medical, rescue, and environmental concerns. Provides skilled work in fire prevention, fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical treatment, and recovery programs. Work may include driving fire, rescue, and emergency medical vehicles, operating fire apparatus and equipment, fighting fires, performing various rescue activities, and basic emergency medical activities. Work also includes the performance of routine duties in the maintenance and upkeep of the fire station, vehicles, and equipment.
The firefighter participates in fire training and manipulative drills, the study of fire fighting science and techniques, and the study of emergency medical knowledge and skills. Firefighters are subject to work in a higher capacity as an acting officer.
Compensation:
Paid-on-call firefighters receive starting pay of $20.00 per hour.
HMRT/Firefighters and Technical Rescue Firefighters earn $22.51 per hour.
Additionally, firefighters are eligible for a competitive pension benefit through the Marshall Fire Department Relief Association. Firefighters are vested after 5 years of service at 40%. Firefighters who retire at/after 20 years of service are eligible to receive a 100% service pension after their 50th birthday. The pension benefit is a lump sum payment of $6,200 per year of service.
Apply today!
Visit our website to learn more about our hiring process, the minimum qualifications, a full job description, and to complete our on-line application. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marshallmn
Opening date for applications: Monday, June 16, 2025
Deadline for applications: Monday, July 14, 2025
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