Brighton Area Fire Authority

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Paid-on-Call Firefighter

Paid-on-call firefighters are dedicated, civic-minded individuals who provide critical support to their community by responding to emergencies as needed. These firefighters are trained by Brighton Area Fire Authority to handle a variety of situations, including fires, medical emergencies, rescues, and hazardous material incidents. Although they often hold other jobs or commitments, paid-on-call firefighters are always ready to answer the call when their services are required, demonstrating exceptional community commitment. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to serve the community while gaining valuable experience in the field of firefighting. No training is required at application.

Full Job Description

What are the minimum qualifications to apply for a paid-on-call position?

United States Citizen

Minimum age of 18 years

High School Diploma or equivalent

Must possess a valid State of Michigan Drivers License

Must reside in Brighton Area Fire Authority’s fire jurisdiction at the time of appointment.

What are the steps in the application process?

  1. Submit completed employment application to Human Resources.
  2. Application is reviewed by Human Resources, approved applications will move to the next step.
  3. Criminal and Driving Background Investigation- Application that has successfully passed background investigation will move to the next step in the process.
  4. First Round Oral Interview- An applicant who successfully passes the First Round Oral interview will receive information to complete the Entry Level Fire/Rescue Online Exam including orientation link and sample questions.
  5. Entry Level Fire/Rescue Online Exam- This online exam was developed and is corrected by Fields Testing. The written exam consists of Reading & Verbal Comprehension, Problem Solving/Critical Thinking, Math, Estimation Ability, Graphic Representation, Teamwork, Integrity, Attention to Detail, & Customer Service. Each applicant is allowed up to 3 hours to complete the test. An applicant must obtain a score of 70% or higher to proceed to the next step in the hiring process.
  6. 2nd Round Oral Interview- An applicant who passes the 2nd round oral board will move to the next step in the process.
  7. Brighton Area Fire Authority Physical Agility Test- A timed physical circuit test that is designed to assess an applicant’s physical ability to perform essential firefighting job functions. Each station of the circuit simulates a physical skill or function that Firefighters experience on the job. Applicants must pass this test to move to the next step in the process.
  1. Conditional Job Offer- Once a job applicant has passed all the required hiring steps and a decision has been made to offer a position, a conditional job offer will be issued outlining any potential conditions to the position including the required successful completion of the Fire Authority’s physical examination.
  2. Physical Examination- Physical examination will be completed by the Fire Authority’s Occupational Provider.
    1. This physical examination will include the following:
      1. Medical History Questionnaire
      2. Physical Examination
      3. Drug and screening
      4. Blood and Urine Tests
      5. Xray including B-Read
      6. Pulmonary Function Test
      7. EKG
      8. Hearing and Vision Screening
      9. Tuberculosis (TB) blood test
Note: If any test results are abnormal, you will need to follow up with your personal healthcare provider for further testing. To avoid delays in your application process, please make sure to inform your Primary Care Provider about your application or establish care with one in advance. Applicants will be evaluated based on the NFPA 1582, Standard on Medical Requirements for Fire Fighters and Information for Fire Department Physicians.

How to Apply

STEP 1: Download & Fill Out Job Application

Download this fillable PDF and fill it out to the best of your ability.

Download Application

Step 2: Submit Your Completed Application Using This Form