Firefighter

POSITION: FIREFIGHTER (IV, III, II, I)

DEPARTMENT: FIRE

REQUISITION: 1186

STATUS: REGULAR FULL-TIME; NON-EXEMPT;

12-MONTH INTRODUCTORY PERIOD

SALARY RANGE: $78,681 / ANNUAL - $126,582 / ANNUAL (PAID HOURLY) DOQ/E

WORK SCHEDULE: 48/96 SHIFT SCHEDULE

OPENING DATE: MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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SUMMARY: The Firefighter performs general firefighting duties and is required to remain prepared and ready to respond to all calls for assistance. Studies City street maps, pre-fire plans, and other material preparatory to being called on an alarm. Requires a high degree of independent judgment, initiative, and understanding of Fire Department policies, rules and regulations, and the organization's overall goals. Must have an in-depth understanding of fire behavior and response protocols. Must have the ability to understand complex orders and concepts and communicate the same. Must have a good understanding of machinery, preventative vehicle maintenance, and minor vehicle repair. T

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Firefighter must be familiar with the buildings in the City, including the location of the annunciator panel, FDC, standpipe connections, read the panel, and locate the activated alarm device.
Must maintain a high level of expertise in using all firefighting tools and equipment.
Read and understand the Policies of the City of Black Hawk, the rules and regulations, and the Standard Operating Guidelines of the Department.
Conducts studies and recommends to their Fire Lieutenant new or different equipment, methods, and supplies that will most effectively and efficiently accomplish the goals of the Department.
Responds to alarms of fire or other emergencies and determines the resources needed.
Attend department meetings and briefings relative to Fire Department operations and activities.
Teach classes on a variety of subjects to other fire personnel and the community's citizens.
Answer general questions about the functions of the Fire Department.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: Education and experience: The Firefighter shall be experienced in firefighting and EMS techniques. Additional education and training in the fire science/firefighting fields are highly desirable. The Firefighter must have a high school diploma or equivalency certificate.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must possess a Colorado Driver's License with a good driving record; Must have and maintain at a minimum a State of Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment certification as an EMT-B; Must have and maintain an American Heart Association Professional Rescuer CPR certification; Must have and maintain at a minimum a Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Hazardous Materials Operations certification; Must have and maintain at a minimum a Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Firefighter I certification; Must have NIMS IS-100 and IS-700; Successfully complete NWCG S-130, S-190, L-180 classes within 12 months of hire and complete an approved annual wildfire refresher class (RT-130) each year thereafter..

HOW TO APPLY: To apply for the position, please go to www.cityofblackhawk.org and click the job openings tab, then the job title link. Please read the full job description. All online applications must have a resume attached to be considered. The City of Black Hawk conducts pre-employment physical exams, drug testing, and background investigations as a condition of employment.

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