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The brief

Monroe Fire Department in Monroe, Wisconsin is hiring for Firefighter – volunteer/paid-on-call. The posted pay is $15 an hour (about $31,200 a year at full time). Applications close December 13, 2026 — 55 days from now. Stated requirements: Driver's license (at application); Firefighter I/II (within 18 months of hire); High school / GED (required); min age 18.

Among 23 current Wisconsin postings on Driftsmoke with a listed salary, this top-of-range pay is higher than 4% of them; the median among them is $52,000/yr.

About Monroe Fire Department

Monroe Fire Department is a combination (career and volunteer) department with 2 stations. Founded in 1858.

Monroe Fire Department is a paid-on-call fire and EMS agency serving Monroe, Wisconsin since 1858, welcoming recruits with no prior experience and covering all training and gear.

Department page, openings and history →

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

Requirements at a glance

Driver's licenseAt application
Firefighter I/IIWithin 18 months of hire
High school / GEDRequired
AgeMin age 18
EmploymentPaid on call

Summary of Position

The City of Monroe is currently accepting applications for the position of Paid-On-Call Firefighter. This is an excellent opportunity to serve your community in a meaningful way while gaining valuable training and experience. ## Duties and Responsibilities - Respond to 3–5 emergency calls per week - Attend required training (2 Tuesday nights/month) - Maintenance Crew (2 Thursday nights/month) - Participate in firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical operations - Maintain readiness of equipment, vehicles, and facilities - Engage in community fire prevention and public education efforts ## Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

  • Age 18 or older
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record
  • Physically capable of lifting and/or moving up to 100lbs
  • Able to complete:
  • Wisconsin Firefighter I certification within 18 months
  • Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification within 18 months
  • CPR certification within 12 months Benefits:
  • Hands-on training and certifications at no cost
  • Real-world emergency response experience
  • Connection with a close-knit, mission-driven team
  • Opportunity to explore a fire or EMS career path
  • Pride in serving your community in meaningful ways ## Typical Work Environment Typical work environment information is included in the detailed job description and is available by request.

There are no benefits currently associated with this position.