The Plymouth Fire Department is now accepting job applications for fire cadets – positions available through a program designed to create career paths for those aspiring to become firefighters.
Applicants should not have prior experience as a firefighter – the positions serve as an entry to the field and help cadets develop the skills necessary for a future career as a full-time firefighter. The positions are full-time and are limited to two years of maximum employment.
Applications are available at plymouthmn.gov/firecadet. The deadline to apply is 8 a.m. Monday, Feb. 2.
Learn More at an Informational Meeting
Those interested in asking questions and learning more about the program are encouraged to attend an informational meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22 at Plymouth Fire Station 2, 12000 Old Rockford.
About the Position and Requirements
Fire cadets are immersed in hands-on training for fire and emergency services. Over the course of the program, fire cadets may obtain skills and education that can meet the minimum requirements of a career (full-time) firefighter position and will be eligible to apply for externally posted vacancies.
Training includes learning fire suppression, responding to emergency medical calls, managing hazardous materials incidents, and learning technical rescue, such as auto extrication and rope rescue.
Applicant requirements include, but aren’t limited to:
- High school graduate or equivalent
- 18 years of age on appointment date (June 2026)
- Ability to successfully complete physical ability test, physical examination, background check, drug screen, pulmonary function test and psychological evaluation
- Valid Minnesota driver’s license with a good driving record
- Ability to meet required participation in fire department activities and training sessions
Benefits of the Program
Cadets work full time with the Plymouth Fire Department in paid positions for up to two years with benefits, paid time off and more. The Plymouth Fire Departments benefits from the program by developing qualified personnel with potential to build public safety careers.
To learn more and apply, visit plymouthmn.gov/firecadet, call the Firefighter Recruitment Hotline at 763-509-5129 or email firefighterrecruitment@plymouthmn.gov.
