North Mankato Fire Department — North Mankato, MN

Fire Fighter-Paid On Call

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Compensation

$18 /hr

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January 5, 2026 – December 31, 2026 · 11:59 PM CST

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The brief

North Mankato Fire Department in North Mankato, Minnesota is hiring for Fire Fighter-Paid On Call. The posted pay is $18 an hour (about $37,440 a year at full time). Applications close December 31, 2026 — 73 days from now. Stated requirements: Written exam (required); High school / GED (required); min age 18.

About North Mankato Fire Department

North Mankato Fire Department is a volunteer department with 2 stations.

The North Mankato Fire Department is a paid-on-call department serving the city of North Mankato in Nicollet County, Minnesota, providing fire suppression, rescue, and emergency response.

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Summary by Driftsmoke from the official bulletin and department records; the full posting follows below.

Requirements at a glance

Written exam	Required
High school / GED	Required
Age	Min age 18
Employment	Paid on call

Major Job Function

Responds to Alarms of fire or other emergencies in accordance with department procedures.
Participates in training sessions and attends classes in firefighting, hazardous materials, rescue, and related subjects.
Under the supervision of the Fire Department Officers, the Firefighter performs advanced firefighting work in preventing, combating, and extinguishing fires, responding to hazardous materials incidents and emergency calls which include special rescue situations.

Minimum Requirements for Position

Prospective firefighters must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma. Prospective firefighters will take the entrance fire exam. The exam includes a written section, tests of physical fitness, a medical evaluation, and an interview with the officer group and trustees. Applicants with the highest scores will be scheduled for weeks of formal training.

Supplemental Information

Steps to take:

Fill out the application. (required)
Attend an informational meeting at 1825 Howard Drive (required)-You will be contacted with date of meeting.
Take a written test at 1825 Howard Drive (required)-You will be contacted with testing date.

This position is eligible for Minnesota Sick and Safe Time