Salary: $35.75 - $45.76 Hourly
Location : Anoka-Champlin Fire Department (Station 1) - 275 Harrison Street
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Anoka-Champlin Fire Department
Opening Date: 09/29/2026
Closing Date: 10/9/2026 4:30 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A

REQUIRED ATTACHMENT

Applicants are required to complete a Tennessen Warning Form which is located on the Careers Page under the Menu Dropdown before submitting your application. Instructions: Download the Tennessen Warning Form, fill in and save it to your computer; then upload the completed form to this application on the Attachments Tab before completing and submitting an application.
Description
The Fire Technician serves as a member of the Anoka-Champlin Fire Department staff, responsible for responding to emergencies and protecting life and property through effective firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials response, and emergency medical services. This position also supports inspection, prevention, and training functions as well as assisting with apparatus and facility maintenance, and logistical tasks as needed.

Summary of Duties

Supervision
This position operates under the direct supervision of a Battalion Chief as assigned and is expected to work independently while upholding department standards and policies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Respond promptly and safely to emergency calls with proper protective gear.
2. Perform firefighting, rescue, EMS, and hazardous material operations.
3. Maintain fire department vehicles, equipment, and facilities.
4. Ensure compliance with departmental procedures and safety regulations.
5. Attend ongoing training to enhance fire, rescue, and EMS skills.
6. Support fire prevention activities and assist in inspections and pre-plan development.
7. Assist with fleet management and annual equipment testing.
8. Carry out housekeeping, snow removal, and grounds maintenance duties.
9. Distribute supplies and equipment to satellite stations.
10. Operate a wide range of fire department vehicles and equipment.
11. Performs other related duties as apparent or assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services, and activities of the Anoka-Champlin Fire Department (ACFD).
• Principles, practices, and methods of comprehensive fire suppression and other emergency services.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Must clearly speak the English language, as well as have full comprehension of the English language.
• Interpret instructions and use logic to solve concrete problems and effectively provide instruction to groups of varying sizes and ages.
• Read firefighting, fire protection, and leadership textbooks, apparatus and equipment service manuals, first responder medical textbooks, and hazardous materials emergency response textbooks.
• Perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division necessary for response to fire, rescue, medical emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents.
• Work as a member of a team and when directed lead the team under stress caused by emergencies, danger, or criticism. Make reasonable decisions regarding the safety of team members and his/her own self. Work under limited supervision in stressful situations. Prioritize work assignments.
• Present a positive, constructive image and attitude in the performance of all duties. Establish positive working relationships with the public, City staff, fire personnel, and other agencies.
• Operate equipment, which includes but is not limited to hand tools, power tools, light and heavy equipment, fire pumps, aerial ladders, and boats. Operate all fire department vehicles including cars and fire apparatus.
• Operate computers using common word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, as well as audio-visual equipment, including digital cameras, video cameras and recording equipment, and various types of projection equipment.
• Perform all physical duties normally expected of a firefighter. Shall meet minimum medical requirements as established by the fire department physician and shall comply with OSHA respirator requirements on an annual basis.

Qualifications/Prerequisites
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES

Any combination of experience that would likely provide the required knowledge is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in the Fire Service.
• Current MN Firefighter License or the ability to obtain upon hire.
• Certification at the Emergency Medical Responder level or higher.
• Minnesota State Fire Service Certifications:

- Firefighter I & II

- Haz-Mat Ops

- Fire Apparatus Operator

- NIMS 100 and 200

• Must possess a valid, unrestricted Minnesota Driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with the Anoka-Champlin Fire Department
• Emergency Medical Technician.
• Minnesota State Fire Service Certifications:
• Fire Inspector I

Supplemental Information
Hiring Timeline
*Subject to Change*10/09/2026Position Closes10/12/2026 to 10/16/2026Applications Reviewed10/19/2026 to 10/23/2026Interviews Scheduled & ConductedWeek of 10/19/2026
Offer Made to CandidateASAP or by 11/16/2026Goal Start Date for Candidate
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, HSA, dental, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work an average of 30+ hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.

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Fire Department Employees can obtain a copy of the Fire Department Personnel Policy upon request.
01

Do you have three (3) years progressively responsible experience in Fire Service?

• Yes
• No

02

If you have three (3) years progressively responsible experience in Fire Service, where & when was your experience and describe experience. Or indicate n/a
03

Do you hold a current Minnesota Firefighter License?

• Yes
• No

04

If you don't have a Minnesota Firefighter License, do you have the ability to obtain the license upon hire?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you hold a Certification at the Emergency Medical Responder level or higher?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you hold Minnesota Fire Certifications in the following?

• Firefighter I or II
• Haz-Mat Ops?
• Fire Apparatus Operator
• NIMS 100 and 200

07

Do you possess a valid, unrestricted Minnesota Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have experience with the Anoka-Champlin Fire Department?

• Yes
• No

09

Are you licensed in Minnesota as an Emergency Medical Technician?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you hold a Minnesota State Fire Certification as a Fire Inspector I?

• Yes
• No

11

This position works with minimal supervision, The individual must have strong communication, research, interpretation multi-tasking, prioritizing and problem-solving abilities, and must be a self-starter. Do you strongly possess these skills?

• Yes
• No

12

"I certify that all the supplemental questions I answer are true and I understand that any false information on/or the omission of information from this Supplemental Form or my application will be cause for rejection of my application or termination of employment without notice or benefits.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

Required Question