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Orion Township Fire Department
Lake Orion, MI · Oakland County
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Department careers page ↗Orion Township Fire Department protects roughly 40,000 residents across 36 square miles in Orion Township and the Village of Lake Orion from four 24/7/365 stations. The department operates as an all-hazards agency, delivering fire suppression alongside Advanced Life Support emergency medical transport, with a combination staffing model blending career firefighter/paramedics and paid-on-call personnel.
Beyond emergency response, the department runs an active fire prevention and community risk reduction program, including free home fire safety inspections, a smoke alarm installation program for residents in need, CPR/AED training, car seat installation referrals, and food truck and fire suppression system inspections tied to local ordinances. Its fire prevention division also administers residential burn permitting through a township burn ordinance.
The department has earned a Class 4 rating from the Insurance Services Office (ISO), placing it in the top 8.5% of fire departments statewide and among only three departments in Michigan to reach that classification, reflecting sustained investment in staffing, apparatus, and water supply capability.
MissionThe Orion Township Fire Department is an all-hazards Fire Department that provides fire protection and Advanced Life Support (ALS) emergency medical services to residents, businesses, and visitors in Orion Township and the Village of Lake Orion.
Orion Township hires Firefighter/Paramedics into a combination department working a 56-hour workweek, represented by IAFF Local 5342. The most recent Firefighter/Paramedic posting closed April 29, 2026; the department accepts lateral experience credit of up to 4 years toward pay.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum age 18
- U.S. citizenship or legal residency
- Valid driver's license
- Pass a criminal background check
- English language proficiency
- Appropriate physical condition, verified by physical agility test (CPAT, BPAT, or NOMAA)
- EMPCO exam score of at least 70%
- State of Michigan Paramedic or EMT-Basic license
- Firefighter I/II certification
- Hazardous Materials Operations certification
- AHA BLS Healthcare Provider and ACLS certification
Benefits
Health, dental, and optical insurance with an opt-out option; 14% employer defined-contribution retirement (no employee contribution required); 168 hours of PTO annually; 72 hours of vacation in year one; 13 paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; and an annual clothing allowance.
Does the fire department accept expired fire extinguishers?
No. Residents should contact Oakland County's Waste Management for proper disposal options.
Do I need to notify the department before burning?
Yes, call the burn hotline at (248) 693-1838 to check burn status and review Burn Ordinance 157 for regulations.
Can I get a free home fire safety inspection?
Yes, free inspections for fire safety and evacuation planning are available by calling Fire Administration at (248) 391-0304 ext. 2000.
Are free smoke alarms available?
Yes, for residents lacking resources; firefighters install them and can help with battery replacement. Contact (248) 391-0304 ext. 2004.
Can the public tour a fire station?
Yes, tours are available when firefighters are available; schedule through Fire Administration at (248) 391-0304 ext. 2000.