Firefighter (Apparatus Engineer/Inspector)

Salary : $23.09 - $26.77 Hourly

Location : Verona, WI

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : FD2025-02

Department : Fire Department

Opening Date : 01 / 27 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 9 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

Summary of Job

• THIS IS AN INTERNAL OPPORTUNITY THAT IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO CURRENT MEMBERS OF THE VERONA FIRE DEPARTMENT

This position is responsible for responding to requests for fire calls or emergency assistance and for performing fire prevention inspections. The position generally functions at the task level to stabilize emergency incidents and enforce municipal fire prevention ordinances. The position requires extensive training in the operation and maintenance of motorized fire apparatus, hand tools, and power equipment. Performance of assigned duties will often occur in hazardous settings under a wide range of environmental conditions.

T he deadline to apply for this position is Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 11 : 59 pm.

The applicant pool generated from this recruitment will be used to fill any potential future Firefighter vacancies that occur within the next six months.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

The following duties are considered normal for this position. Activities listed here are not to be construed as either exclusive or all-inclusive; other duties may be assigned or required.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS :

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

Additional Information

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Very heavy work : Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work Environment : Both inside and outside. A job is considered "both" if the activities occur inside or outside in approximately equal amounts. Occasionally exposed to hazards or risk of bodily injury. Occasionally exposed to extreme heat, changes in temperature, wet and humid conditions. Occasional exposure to odors, toxic conditions, dust, poor ventilation, vibrations, and moderate noise.

POSITION REPORTS TO : Fire Lieutenants

The above is intended to describe the general content of the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

The City of Verona fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the city to provide employment, compensation and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal or State law.

The City of Verona does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.

Candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check prior to appointment to this position.

The City of Verona offers a comprehensive benefits package.

This is an internal process in which only current employee's of the Verona, Wisconsin Fire Department may apply. Are you a current employee, full-time, POC, or POP of the Verona, Wisconsin Fire Department?

Please select the highest level of education currently achieved :

For Associate's Degree or higher, is your degree in a fire service-related field?

Please check the box for each of the fire certification / training that you currently hold :

Were the above certifications obtained in the State of Wisconsin?

If no, in which state are you certified?

Please check the box for the EMS certification / training you currently hold :

Were the above certifications obtained in the State of Wisconsin?

If no, in which state are you certified?

Please check the box next to each NIMS training that you currently hold :

Do you have the preferred amount of 2 years of fire service experience at a minimum?

Total years of experience as a Firefighter; career, volunteer, Paid-On-Call, Paid-On-Premise, or part-time on any fire department in the United States?

Please enter your actual years of experience for the above question

If you have career fire service experience how many of the years indicated above were career?

Please indicate your experience as a Pumper or Engine Driver / Operator :

Please describe your experience as indicated above :

Please indicate your experience pumping from municipal water system using a hydrant :

Please describe your experience as indicated above :

Please indicate your experience pumping from a draft at a rural water source such as a dump tank :

Please describe your experience as indicated above :

Please indicate your experience as a Ladder or Aerial Driver / Operator :

Please describe your experience as indicated above :

Please indicate your experience as a Heavy Rescue Squad Driver / Operator including operating hydraulic rescue tools :

Please describe your experience as indicated above :

Please indicate your experience as a Tender Driver / Operator :

Please describe your experience as indicated above :

Please indicate your experience as a Brush or Grass Fire Unit Driver / Operator :

Please describe your experience as indicated above :

Please indicate your experience driving an Ambulance in emergency mode :

Please describe your experience as indicated above :

Please indicate your experience conducting fire inspections :

Please describe your experience as indicated above :

Have you ever been involuntarily terminated from employment?

Have you ever been disciplined during employment?

Have you resigned from a job after being informed your employer intended to terminate or discipline you?

Please provide an explanation for any questions answered "yes"

In the past 10 years have you ever had a Driver's license suspended, revoked or restricted?

If "yes", indicate the date(s) and violation(s)

Have you ever been cited, charged and / or convicted of operating a motor vehicle, snowmobile or boat while under the influence of an intoxicant or with a legally prohibited blood alcohol concentration?

If "yes," indicate the dates, county and state of occurrence :

An applicant for a Career and / or Officer position must submit a cover letter / letter of interest indicating the reasons why the applicant is seeking employment by the City of Verona in the position for which the applicant applied. The cover letter / letter of interest must be typewritten in double-spaced Times New Roman font (12 point) and be no more than one-page long. I have attached a cover letter / letter of interest.

An applicant for a Career and / or Officer position must submit a resume as part of his / her application. I have attached a resume.

I hereby certify that the facts set forth in the above questionnaire are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false information may result in my disqualification from the hiring process or, if employed, may be considered sufficient cause for dismissal.

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Salary : $23 - $27