Paid On-Call Firefighter

Join the Big Lake Fire Department Team!

Looking for a meaningful way to serve your community? Consider becoming an on-call firefighter with the Big Lake Fire Department!

This is a competitive opportunity. To ensure timely emergency response, all on-call firefighters must reside within a designated area of the City of Big Lake or Big Lake Township. Selected candidates must complete approximately 200 hours of required training during their probationary period. Training covers fire suppression, search and rescue, emergency medical response, hazardous materials, and more.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum age of 18
• Valid Minnesota Class D driver’s license
• Must live within 7 miles of the Big Lake Fire Station
• Ability to pass all required pre-employment screenings, including a physical exam

Rate of Pay: Starting at $16.50 per hour

Application Deadline: July 31, 2026 at 5:00 pm

Please submit applications by email to Chief Hansen:

blfdmn1@gmail.com or applications can be delivered or mailed to City of Big Lake, 160 Lake Street N, Big Lake MN 55309

Fire Department Application