Firefighter Lateral Transfer

Salary: $21.55 - $24.35 Hourly
Location : Fire Department 3326 Tower Avenue, Superior, WI
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 00290
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 01/14/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Job Definition
EXCITING OPPORTUNITY!

Please be sure to read this posting in its entirety or you may miss important information required in the application process.
A Firefighter performs general duty firefighting work in extinguishing and preventing fires, administering emergency medical services and in the maintenance of firefighting rigs and fire department quarters. Performs related duties as required. Lateral Transfer Firefighters who are eligible for WI Firefighter II certification, and are nationally registers EMT's and/or licensed in the State of Wisconsin, may submit an application for employment at any time.

At a minimum, a lateral transfer applicant need to have completed one year of paid full-time firefighting experience prior to being placed on a certified hiring list. Upon hire, a Lateral Transfer Firefighter will be credited with their years of full-time firefighting experience for the purposes of wage placement and vacation accruals. A Lateral Transfer Firefighter will be treated as a newly hired firefighter for all other sections of the union contract, including seniority and longevity pay.

Lateral Transfer Applicants will be exempt from taking the Written Examination and the Oral Examination if they are participating outside of a regular recruitment process (as outlined in the City of Superior Police & Fire Commission Rules). Instead, one PFC member will participate in the Chief's interview of the Lateral Transfer Applicant.

Superior Fire Department website link:

We would love to have you join our proud department. Call for a tour!

SALARY & BENEFITS
Work schedule is 2,912 hours/year: Currently working 48 hours on, and then having 96 hours off.
Health/Dental insurance coverage immediately on start date (for more information click on the Benefits tab).
Annual uniform allowance of $450. Paid in full on first paycheck.
Annual holiday pay is approximately at least $3,000, paid in a pro-rated lump sum on first paycheck.
HazMat member pay is $550 paid out yearly in February.
Wisconsin Retirement System: Employee will make contributions to their WRS benefit at 6.95% (2025 rate) of their gross wages. The City will contribute the balance of this benefit 18.95% (2025) for a total of 25.9% going into your WRS retirement.
Paid Leave: Will accrue vacation, sick leave, and personal day hours for time off.
Employer Paid Parental Leave.
The 2025 base starting salary for a Lateral Transfer Firefighter is step 2, $67,413 ($23.15/hour). Top step in 2025 for Firefighter is $70,907 ($24.35/hour), with possible options for an additional 2% or 4% stipend with a specialist work assignment.
EntryStep 1Step 2Step 3Step 4Step 5Firefighter$21.55$22.69$23.15$23.62$23.98$24.35Firefighter Specialist 2%
$23.14

$23.62
$24.10
$24.46
$24.84Firefighter Specialist 4%

$23.60
$24.08
$24.57
$24.94
$25.32

Firefighter ranges are established as follows:

Entry Firefighter:

95% of Step 1 for a period for 6 months;

After 6 months move to Step 1 of the Firefighter range.

Step 1 - Step 2 less 2% After 6 months at Step 1, move to Step 2

Step 2 - Step 3 less 2% After 12 months at Step 2, move to Step 3

Step 3 - Step 4 less 1.5% After 12 months at Step 3, move to Step 4

Step 4 - Step 5 less 1.5% After 12 months at Step 4, move to Step 5

Step 5 - Top Step After 4 years of service as a Firefighter

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The work of this class involves the responsibility for the performance of hazardous firefighting and rescue tasks under emergency conditions, which may require strenuous exertion under such handicaps as smoke and trapped surroundings. Firefighters may be assigned the responsibility of removing persons from danger and administering emergency treatment to ill and injured persons. A large part of the employee's time is spent in the performance of routine duties at a fire station in cleaning, maintaining and repairing property and equipment, and in training and fire prevention activities. Work is normally performed under close supervision or within an established routine. Assignments are given by a superior officer both in rescue and in fighting fires and in maintenance of building, grounds and fire equipment.

Employment Standards
TYPICAL TASKS:

1. Responds to a variety of types of emergency alarms such as, but not limited to, structure fires, car fires, wild land fires, auto accidents, industrial accidents, hazardous material incidents, EMS calls and rescue.

2. Raises and climbs ladders.

3. Uses a variety of tools such as extinguishers, bars, axes, saws, hammers, auto extrication equipment, etc.

4. Removes persons from danger and administers emergency medical services to ill and injured persons.

5. May be required to work in hazardous conditions and inclement weather.

6. Wears heavy protective clothing and SCBA while performing some duties.

7. Maintains and performs minor repairs of fire equipment, trucks, buildings and tools. Reports deficiencies.

8. Does general ground maintenance such as lawn care and snow removal.

9. Conducts tours of businesses to familiarize self and prepare pre-plans.

10. Participates in fire prevention education programs.

11. Assists in building inspections for fire prevention.

12. Trains in various fire department practices.

13. May be required to maintain fire hydrants.

14. Does related work as required.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Knowledges:

Working knowledge of:

• The street system and physical layout of the City of Superior;
• Emergency medical services at the level practiced by department.

Some knowledge of:

• The Incident Command System;
• Modern firefighting and fire prevention practices.

Abilities:

Ability to:

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions and comply with rules and regulations of department;
• Drive and operate a pumper;
• Develop skill in firefighting and the use of firefighting equipment within a reasonable period;
• Act quickly and calmly in an emergency;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, employees and the general public;
• Become certified as a Hazardous Materials Technician.
• Perform the physical requirements of the position.

Requirements/Special Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:

Any combination of education and experience is qualifying that would provide the required knowledges and abilities. A typical way of qualifying for this position is:
Equivalent to graduation from high school with additional fire department knowledge acquired through attendance at a recognized college, university or attendance at fire schools or fire seminars.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Certification Requirement: Must be Firefighter I, Firefighter II and Emergency Medical Technician Basic certified at time of hire. Must maintain EMT Basic certification. Hazardous Materials Technician will be scheduled for completion according to the needs of the Department.

Skills Test Requirement: Must be Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) certified. CPAT testing is held at Lake Superior College in Duluth, MN during their fall testing period. Candidates can also test at North Central Technical College in Wausau, WI which is offered every two weeks.

Background Investigation: Required to complete and receive acceptable findings from a Background Investigation Questionnaire and a Background Information Disclosure (required by sections 48.685 and 50.065 of the Wisconsin Statutes).

Oath of Office Requirement: Will be required to take an oath of office.

Driver License Requirement: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Residency Requirement: Must reside and maintain residency anywhere within a 45-minute response time to the corporate limits of the City of Superior within 24 months of hire.
Post Job Offer Psychological Examination Requirement: Must pass a psychological exam for the position prior to hire.

Post Job Offer Medical Examination Requirement: Must pass medical examination requirement for specified occupational grouping and drug screen prior to hire.

Supplemental Information

APPLICATION PROCESS:
An employment application must be completed on the City of Superior's website at:

You must attach any copies of certifications you have to your on-line application (CPAT, Firefighter I & II and EMT Basic).
Benefits included with this position:
1) Health/Dental Insurance: Will be effective beginning your first day of employment. The 2026 monthly health/dental insurance premiums (employee portion is 12.6%) to be deducted from the first 2 paychecks each month:

There are two health plans to choose from for 2026. Plan options and premiums are listed below. The premiums also include dental.

Medica - Passport Plan

Single: $142.66 (2 deductions of $71.33)
Employee + 1: $298.14 (2 deductions of $149.07)
Family: $456.44 (2 deductions of $228.22)

Medica - Essentia Choice Care Plan

Single: $115.02 (2 deductions of $57.51)
Employee + 1: $240.30 (2 deductions of $120.15)
Family: $368.32 (2 deductions of $184.16)

The City has a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). The 2026 annual deductibles are: $3,400 for Single coverage & $6,800 for Employee+1 or Family coverage. The City will contribute $1,700/$3,400 of that annual deductible into your Health Savings Account (HSA) for 2025, which will carry over if not used and is always yours to use until spent. There is no proration on the deductible or the City's contribution.

2) WI Retirement System (WRS) - among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country: You will be required to make contributions to your WRS benefit at 7.20% (2026 rate) of your gross wages. The City will contribute the balance of this benefit 18.5% (2026), for a total of 25.7%.

3) Life Insurance: Eligible for life insurance on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Ability to purchase up to five times your annual salary of coverage on yourself, you can also purchase spouse/dependent coverage.

4) Vacation/Sick Leave: Vacation and sick leave will accumulate from your first day of employment to become available after 12 months of employment.

5) Paid Parental Leave: Up to six weeks of paid parental leave is available to employees to use following the birth or adoption of an employee's child, or placement of a foster child.

6) Personal Days: Upon completion of probationary period, will have 24 hours of personal day time to use.

7) Annual Clothing Allowance: $450 on or before February 28th of each year. During the first year you will receive a clothing allowance within 30 days from date of hire.

8) Annual HazMat member pay is $550 paid in a lump sum the second pay period of February.

9) Holiday Pay: Annual holiday pay based on 12 holidays (up to $3099.00 depending on start date), prorated from date of hire, will be paid with the first paycheck.

10) Longevity pay when eligible as follows:
After ten (10) years of service, employees will receive an additional 1.5% of their base salary;
After fifteen (15) years of service, employees will receive an additional 2% of their base salary;
After twenty (20) years of service, employees will receive an additional 2.5 % of their base salary;
After twenty five (25) years of service, employees will receive an additional 3% of their base salary.
01

Are you a Veteran? If yes, please submit a copy of your DD214 with your on-line application,

• Yes
• No

02

Which of the following certifications do you currently possess? Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Emergency Medical Technician Basic.If you possess any of these certifications, you must attach a copy to your on-line application.
03

Do you have at least one year of paid firefighting experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Have you passed the CPAT within the last 12 months? If yes, please indicate the completion date. If you possess your CPAT, you must also attach your CPAT certificate to this application.
Required Question

Salary: $21.55 - $24.35 Hourly
Location : Fire Department 3326 Tower Avenue, Superior, WI
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 00290
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 01/14/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Job Definition
EXCITING OPPORTUNITY!

Please be sure to read this posting in its entirety or you may miss important information required in the application process.
A Firefighter performs general duty firefighting work in extinguishing and preventing fires, administering emergency medical services and in the maintenance of firefighting rigs and fire department quarters. Performs related duties as required. Lateral Transfer Firefighters who are eligible for WI Firefighter II certification, and are nationally registers EMT's and/or licensed in the State of Wisconsin, may submit an application for employment at any time.

At a minimum, a lateral transfer applicant need to have completed one year of paid full-time firefighting experience prior to being placed on a certified hiring list. Upon hire, a Lateral Transfer Firefighter will be credited with their years of full-time firefighting experience for the purposes of wage placement and vacation accruals. A Lateral Transfer Firefighter will be treated as a newly hired firefighter for all other sections of the union contract, including seniority and longevity pay.

Lateral Transfer Applicants will be exempt from taking the Written Examination and the Oral Examination if they are participating outside of a regular recruitment process (as outlined in the City of Superior Police & Fire Commission Rules). Instead, one PFC member will participate in the Chief's interview of the Lateral Transfer Applicant.

Superior Fire Department website link:

We would love to have you join our proud department. Call for a tour!

SALARY & BENEFITS
Work schedule is 2,912 hours/year: Currently working 48 hours on, and then having 96 hours off.
Health/Dental insurance coverage immediately on start date (for more information click on the Benefits tab).
Annual uniform allowance of $450. Paid in full on first paycheck.
Annual holiday pay is approximately at least $3,000, paid in a pro-rated lump sum on first paycheck.
HazMat member pay is $550 paid out yearly in February.
Wisconsin Retirement System: Employee will make contributions to their WRS benefit at 6.95% (2025 rate) of their gross wages. The City will contribute the balance of this benefit 18.95% (2025) for a total of 25.9% going into your WRS retirement.
Paid Leave: Will accrue vacation, sick leave, and personal day hours for time off.
Employer Paid Parental Leave.
The 2025 base starting salary for a Lateral Transfer Firefighter is step 2, $67,413 ($23.15/hour). Top step in 2025 for Firefighter is $70,907 ($24.35/hour), with possible options for an additional 2% or 4% stipend with a specialist work assignment.
EntryStep 1Step 2Step 3Step 4Step 5Firefighter$21.55$22.69$23.15$23.62$23.98$24.35Firefighter Specialist 2%
$23.14

$23.62
$24.10
$24.46
$24.84Firefighter Specialist 4%

$23.60
$24.08
$24.57
$24.94
$25.32

Firefighter ranges are established as follows:

Entry Firefighter:

95% of Step 1 for a period for 6 months;

After 6 months move to Step 1 of the Firefighter range.

Step 1 - Step 2 less 2% After 6 months at Step 1, move to Step 2

Step 2 - Step 3 less 2% After 12 months at Step 2, move to Step 3

Step 3 - Step 4 less 1.5% After 12 months at Step 3, move to Step 4

Step 4 - Step 5 less 1.5% After 12 months at Step 4, move to Step 5

Step 5 - Top Step After 4 years of service as a Firefighter

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The work of this class involves the responsibility for the performance of hazardous firefighting and rescue tasks under emergency conditions, which may require strenuous exertion under such handicaps as smoke and trapped surroundings. Firefighters may be assigned the responsibility of removing persons from danger and administering emergency treatment to ill and injured persons. A large part of the employee's time is spent in the performance of routine duties at a fire station in cleaning, maintaining and repairing property and equipment, and in training and fire prevention activities. Work is normally performed under close supervision or within an established routine. Assignments are given by a superior officer both in rescue and in fighting fires and in maintenance of building, grounds and fire equipment.

Employment Standards
TYPICAL TASKS:

1. Responds to a variety of types of emergency alarms such as, but not limited to, structure fires, car fires, wild land fires, auto accidents, industrial accidents, hazardous material incidents, EMS calls and rescue.

2. Raises and climbs ladders.

3. Uses a variety of tools such as extinguishers, bars, axes, saws, hammers, auto extrication equipment, etc.

4. Removes persons from danger and administers emergency medical services to ill and injured persons.

5. May be required to work in hazardous conditions and inclement weather.

6. Wears heavy protective clothing and SCBA while performing some duties.

7. Maintains and performs minor repairs of fire equipment, trucks, buildings and tools. Reports deficiencies.

8. Does general ground maintenance such as lawn care and snow removal.

9. Conducts tours of businesses to familiarize self and prepare pre-plans.

10. Participates in fire prevention education programs.

11. Assists in building inspections for fire prevention.

12. Trains in various fire department practices.

13. May be required to maintain fire hydrants.

14. Does related work as required.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Knowledges:

Working knowledge of:

• The street system and physical layout of the City of Superior;
• Emergency medical services at the level practiced by department.

Some knowledge of:

• The Incident Command System;
• Modern firefighting and fire prevention practices.

Abilities:

Ability to:

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions and comply with rules and regulations of department;
• Drive and operate a pumper;
• Develop skill in firefighting and the use of firefighting equipment within a reasonable period;
• Act quickly and calmly in an emergency;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, employees and the general public;
• Become certified as a Hazardous Materials Technician.
• Perform the physical requirements of the position.

Requirements/Special Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:

Any combination of education and experience is qualifying that would provide the required knowledges and abilities. A typical way of qualifying for this position is:
Equivalent to graduation from high school with additional fire department knowledge acquired through attendance at a recognized college, university or attendance at fire schools or fire seminars.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Certification Requirement: Must be Firefighter I, Firefighter II and Emergency Medical Technician Basic certified at time of hire. Must maintain EMT Basic certification. Hazardous Materials Technician will be scheduled for completion according to the needs of the Department.

Skills Test Requirement: Must be Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) certified. CPAT testing is held at Lake Superior College in Duluth, MN during their fall testing period. Candidates can also test at North Central Technical College in Wausau, WI which is offered every two weeks.

Background Investigation: Required to complete and receive acceptable findings from a Background Investigation Questionnaire and a Background Information Disclosure (required by sections 48.685 and 50.065 of the Wisconsin Statutes).

Oath of Office Requirement: Will be required to take an oath of office.

Driver License Requirement: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Residency Requirement: Must reside and maintain residency anywhere within a 45-minute response time to the corporate limits of the City of Superior within 24 months of hire.
Post Job Offer Psychological Examination Requirement: Must pass a psychological exam for the position prior to hire.

Post Job Offer Medical Examination Requirement: Must pass medical examination requirement for specified occupational grouping and drug screen prior to hire.

Supplemental Information

APPLICATION PROCESS:
An employment application must be completed on the City of Superior's website at:

You must attach any copies of certifications you have to your on-line application (CPAT, Firefighter I & II and EMT Basic).
Benefits included with this position:
1) Health/Dental Insurance: Will be effective beginning your first day of employment. The 2026 monthly health/dental insurance premiums (employee portion is 12.6%) to be deducted from the first 2 paychecks each month:

There are two health plans to choose from for 2026. Plan options and premiums are listed below. The premiums also include dental.

Medica - Passport Plan

Single: $142.66 (2 deductions of $71.33)
Employee + 1: $298.14 (2 deductions of $149.07)
Family: $456.44 (2 deductions of $228.22)

Medica - Essentia Choice Care Plan

Single: $115.02 (2 deductions of $57.51)
Employee + 1: $240.30 (2 deductions of $120.15)
Family: $368.32 (2 deductions of $184.16)

The City has a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). The 2026 annual deductibles are: $3,400 for Single coverage & $6,800 for Employee+1 or Family coverage. The City will contribute $1,700/$3,400 of that annual deductible into your Health Savings Account (HSA) for 2025, which will carry over if not used and is always yours to use until spent. There is no proration on the deductible or the City's contribution.

2) WI Retirement System (WRS) - among the best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country: You will be required to make contributions to your WRS benefit at 7.20% (2026 rate) of your gross wages. The City will contribute the balance of this benefit 18.5% (2026), for a total of 25.7%.

3) Life Insurance: Eligible for life insurance on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Ability to purchase up to five times your annual salary of coverage on yourself, you can also purchase spouse/dependent coverage.

4) Vacation/Sick Leave: Vacation and sick leave will accumulate from your first day of employment to become available after 12 months of employment.

5) Paid Parental Leave: Up to six weeks of paid parental leave is available to employees to use following the birth or adoption of an employee's child, or placement of a foster child.

6) Personal Days: Upon completion of probationary period, will have 24 hours of personal day time to use.

7) Annual Clothing Allowance: $450 on or before February 28th of each year. During the first year you will receive a clothing allowance within 30 days from date of hire.

8) Annual HazMat member pay is $550 paid in a lump sum the second pay period of February.

9) Holiday Pay: Annual holiday pay based on 12 holidays (up to $3099.00 depending on start date), prorated from date of hire, will be paid with the first paycheck.

10) Longevity pay when eligible as follows:
After ten (10) years of service, employees will receive an additional 1.5% of their base salary;
After fifteen (15) years of service, employees will receive an additional 2% of their base salary;
After twenty (20) years of service, employees will receive an additional 2.5 % of their base salary;
After twenty five (25) years of service, employees will receive an additional 3% of their base salary.
01

Are you a Veteran? If yes, please submit a copy of your DD214 with your on-line application,

• Yes
• No

02

Which of the following certifications do you currently possess? Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Emergency Medical Technician Basic.If you possess any of these certifications, you must attach a copy to your on-line application.
03

Do you have at least one year of paid firefighting experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Have you passed the CPAT within the last 12 months? If yes, please indicate the completion date. If you possess your CPAT, you must also attach your CPAT certificate to this application.
Required Question

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