Fire Department · Combination
Jackson Fire Department
Jackson, WI · Washington County
The Jackson Fire Department protects the Village of Jackson and surrounding areas of Washington County, Wisconsin, delivering fire protection, emergency medical services, and public education. Its historic bell, from the department's earliest days, still stands on display in front of the station.
The department is a combination model: 5 full-time personnel work on-duty around the clock on a rotating 48/96-hour schedule, while the remainder of a roughly 48-member roster responds from home or work as paid-on-call members when paged. This mix lets a small community field a full range of fire and EMS capabilities.
JFD runs a modern fleet on a 15-year replacement rotation, including two transporting ambulances, multiple Pierce engines, and a 110-foot Pierce Velocity aerial platform. Crews handle EMS at up to the paramedic level and vehicle extrication, and the department participates in regional MABAS mutual aid.
MissionProviding unwavering dedication to Public Safety, through Fire Protection, Emergency Medical Services, and Public Education.
Jackson Fire is a combination department that regularly has openings, especially for paid-on-call members, and encourages community members to join. For paid-on-call positions, no prior experience is required and employer-sponsored training is available; candidates need a high school diploma and a residence within three miles of the station.
Full-time and other positions are posted through the Village of Jackson's employment portal on GovernmentJobs. Prospective paid-on-call members are invited to visit the department during business hours to learn more, or call 262-677-3811.
Requirements
- High school diploma (for paid-on-call positions)
- Residence within three (3) miles of the station (for paid-on-call positions)
- No prior experience required for paid-on-call positions; employer-sponsored training provided
Benefits
Paid-on-call members are compensated and receive employer-sponsored training. Full-time and other positions are posted with details through the Village of Jackson employment portal.
Employer-sponsored training is available for paid-on-call members; no prior experience required.
What are the requirements to become a paid-on-call firefighter?
You need a high school diploma and must live within three miles of the station. No prior firefighting experience is required, and the department provides employer-sponsored training.
Does Jackson Fire have openings?
The department's total staffing is about 48 members and it normally has a number of openings. Community members are encouraged to apply for open positions.
How do I apply?
Open positions are posted through the Village of Jackson's employment portal on GovernmentJobs (governmentjobs.com/careers/jacksonwi). You can also visit the department during business hours or call 262-677-3811 to learn about paid-on-call membership.
What schedule do full-time firefighters work?
The department's 5 full-time personnel are on duty on a rotating 48/96-hour schedule, in addition to coverage during normal business hours.
Is prior experience needed for paid-on-call positions?
No. Experience is not required for paid-on-call positions, and the department offers employer-sponsored training to new members.