The Plymouth Fire Department is set to hire part-time/on-call firefighters – and interested community members are encouraged to apply. Applications are due Friday, July 10.

The position is designed to be flexible to accommodate parents with children and those working full-time jobs. No experience is needed, and paid training is provided.

“We’re asking residents to answer the call to serve,” said Fire Chief Andy Etzel. “It’s about more than responding to fires – it’s about taking care of neighbors, strengthening our community and making a difference during critical moments.”

Attend a Recruitment Meeting

Firefighter recruitment meetings are set for 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, June 4 and June 11 at Plymouth Fire Station 2, 12000 Old Rockford Road.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to attend one of the meetings to speak with firefighters and ask questions. Attendees are encouraged to bring their spouse or significant other.

“Many of our firefighters started by simply showing up to a recruitment meeting,” said Etzel. “These meetings are for anyone with even the slightest interest in the position. It’s a great way to learn about the job, ask questions, take a tour of the station and more.”

About the Job, Benefits

While Plymouth firefighters respond to emergency calls for fires, medical incidents, vehicle crashes and more, the job also offers the opportunity to:

• Learn lifelong critical thinking skills that will benefit all aspects of life
• Build friendships
• Earn an hourly wage for all on-duty activities, including training
• Become partially vested for a pension after five years of service, with full vesting at 10 years
• Operate out of two new fire stations
• Optionally defer up to 100% of wages to a Roth IRA or traditional 457 retirement plan

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent, reside within a 12-minute travel time to a Plymouth fire station and possess a valid Minnesota driver’s license.

Learn More and Apply

Applications will be accepted Monday, April 6 through Friday, July 10. For more information about the position and to apply, visit plymouthmn.gov/firefighter.

Residents with questions may also call the firefighter recruitment line at 763-509-5129 and leave a voicemail – firefighters will return calls and answer questions – or email firefighterrecruitment@plymouthmn.gov.