Firefighter [AEMT] Trainee

Salary : $58,140.00 Annually
Location : 317 11th Street West, Williston, ND, ND
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-20
Department: Fire Department
Opening Date: 06/15/2026
Closing Date: 7/9/2026 11:59 PM Central

Job Description
The is seeking dedicated and community-driven Firefighter (AEMT) Trainees to join the 2026 Summer/Fall Academy!
The City of Williston Fire Department invites you to apply to begin your career in Fire and Emergency services. A Firefighter (AEMT) Trainee serves as a member of a crew responding to fire calls, disaster calls, and emergency medical calls. A career in the fire service includes training in control and extinguishment of fires and/or mitigating other disasters, applying necessary emergency medical care to sick or injured persons, and participating in the maintenance of station equipment and quarters.
*Only complete applications will be considered. Applications must be submitted with a resume, cover letter and at least one letter of recommendation.*
Interested candidates are invited to attend an Open House on Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 from 5:30PM - 7:00PM at Station 2 (610 58th Street West, Williston, ND, 58801). This event is option but intended to allow interested candidates to test the physical agility equipment, see the stations and ask questions about the recruitment process and/or what it is like to have a career in the industry.
Summary:

The purpose of the Firefighter (AEMT) Trainee position is to prepare incumbents to be specifically trained to respond to emergency situations involving fire suppression, medical emergencies, hazardous materials, or special rescues all while providing the highest level of service to those sick and injured. The incumbent in this position is responsible for performing job duties in an accurate manner in order to protect the life and property of the citizens of the City of Williston and surrounding areas.

Supervisor:

Training Captain
Supervision Exercised:

None
FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Must have the ability and willingness to learn and perform the essential duties of a Firefighter (AEMT) including but not limited to emergency situations involving fire suppression, medical emergencies, hazardous materials, or special rescues.
• Must be able to work in flexible and unpredictable environments.
• Must possess the discipline to study academic materials, practice their assessments, and be familiar with their drills.
• Perform truck and equipment checks daily on EMS and Fire apparatus.
• Clean and maintain station and equipment.
• Regularly participates in personal, company and department training.
• Participates daily in either group or self-directed physical fitness activities during duty hours.
• Safety focused mindset is required.
• Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

NOTE: The functions and duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and reflect the general details necessary to describe principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position. The omission of the specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Education and Experience:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent; and 12-18 months of satisfactory work experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Must have or be able to complete CPR & First Aid.
• Must have or be able to obtain the Firefighter I & II standards certificate.
• Must have or be able to obtain the Hazardous Material Operations & Awareness certificate.
• Must have or be able to obtain the NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700 & 800 certifications.
• Must have or be able to obtain the NR AEMT certificate.

Training opportunities available to obtain desired certifications for incumbents who have met the minimum certificate, license, and registration requirements.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and standard operating guidelines. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before patients, crews and groups of customers or employees of an organization.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Internal Communications:

Regular contacts within the department and with other departments as needed. Must be able to read and write formal communications with correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

External Communications:

Regular contacts with third parties, outside representatives, community groups, and mutual aid partnerships as needed.
Use of Equipment and/or Computers:

Regular use of technology and equipment for job-related functions will be required including but not limited to computers, phones, printers, operation of various department vehicles including fire and EMS apparatus.
Other Skills and Abilities:

Ability to utilize both internal and external resources to obtain information and data necessary to carry out routine assignments and special projects. Must have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management and staff. Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment, using a high level of professionalism and critical thinking.

Physical Demands:

The Firefighter (AEMT) Trainee is considered to be a very physically demanding position within the department.
Standing in work areas, walking between work areas, and driving to various locations will be required. There will be a regular expectation to pull, push, reach, walk, stand, sit, crawl, kneel, bend and have the use of hands and fingers, use of both eyes for sight, including ability to distinguish color and distance, hearing, extensive use of arms and legs to climb on top of, under, in and around equipment and facilities; work in proximity and use of computer screens; verbally communicating, and moving objects. The employee must be able to physically move, lift, carry and manipulate up to 100 pounds.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations, absent undue hardship to the department.
Annually, the incumbent will be required to meet physical fitness requirements, not limited to:

• Annual physical exam
• The Spaghetti Drill
• Physical Agility
• Annual Wildland Pack Test (NWCG Standards)

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in and outside of various locations within the community. The noise level in the work environment is loud. Essential functions require maintaining condition necessary for sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time. Employee will work at all Williston Fire Department facilities and is expected to keep work areas clean, safe, and functional.
Work schedule during the fire academy is generally Monday - Friday from 8:00AM-5:00PM or as based on organizational need. Upon completion of the fire academy the working schedule for a Firefighter (AEMT) is 48 hours on/96 hours off. Regular, predictable, and dependable attendance is required. Employee may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
Recruitment & Selection Timeline:

All dates are subject to change. Any changes will be communicated to candidates via email.

• Applications must be submitted with a resume, cover letter and at least one letter of recommendation. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applications are due Thursday, July 9th, 2026, at 11:59PM.
• In-person physical ability testing will be held Wednesday, July 15th, 2026. Further details will be provided to those eligible. The physical agility is scored based on a Pass/Fail status of the agility course.
• In-person interviews will be held Thursday, July 16th, 2026. Further details will be provided to those eligible.
• Candidates who are extended a conditional offer to the Fire Academy are subject to pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check prior to receiving confirmation of a final offer.
• Candidates selected will be expected to tentatively start Monday, August 10th, 2026.
• During the Fire Academy the Firefighter (AEMT) Trainees will work a Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm schedule. Extended days and Saturdays may be required.
• After completion of the Fire Academy (tentatively ending Friday, November 6th, 2026), candidates will transition to work a 48/96 schedule.
• Candidates will be expected to participate in a Williston Fire Department hosted A/EMT Course, which may require attendance on pre-determined evenings and weekends.

*All required training of a Firefighter (AEMT) will be completed through the Fire Academy. Upon completion of all required certifications for the Firefighter (AEMT)Trainee incumbents will receive a pay increase to $65,041.00 annualized.*
Any materials, files, documents, electronic tools, or other items collected or created by an employee in connection with their employment remain the property of the City. Additionally, all material created, transmitted/sent, received, deleted, downloaded, or stored using electronic tools are and remain the property of the City. Employees have no expectation of privacy when using City property.
The City of Williston does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
The City of Williston is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are selected for hire, the City will provide a conditional job offer, check your references, and conduct a background review before presenting you with a final job offer and scheduling your orientation. If pre-employment drug-testing; medical testing; credit check; Motor Vehicle Record; or, other background reviews are required, the City generally makes a conditional offer of hire based on successful completion of these additional steps.
Those seeking Veteran's preference must have been discharged or released from active duty in the Armed Forces under honorable conditions and submit proper documentation to support.
Any questions about the position or recruitment process can be directed to Kay Metzger at
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The City of Williston provides a full range of traditional municipal benefits that are available to Full-Time City employees and their dependents.

• North Dakota Public Employee Retirement System (NDPERS)
• Sanford Health Insurance
• Sanford Wellness Program
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Vacation/Sick Leave Accrual
• Twelve (12) Paid Holidays

Our Human Resources staff can assist you with benefits-related questions and will serve as a liaison between employees and the various carriers that provide benefits to the City.
Eligibility

Upon hire, you may elect benefits listed in this section within one (1) month of your hire date.
Premium information may be found here:
01

Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent; and 12-18 months of satisfactory work experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you certified in CPR & First Aid?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have Firefighter 1?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have Firefighter 2?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have Hazmat Operations?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have Hazmat Awareness?

• Yes
• No

08

What NIMS ICS Certifications do you hold?

• ICS 100
• ICS 200
• ICS 700
• ICS 800

09

What EMS certification level do you hold?

• EMT
• AEMT
• Paramedic
• None

10

Why do you want to work for the Williston Fire Department?
11

Does your availability allow you to work a Monday-Friday (8AM-5PM) schedule from Monday, July 7th, 2025 - September 26th, 2025? Please explain why or why not.
Required Question